I love how those stories bring out family memories. I’ve got a few handmade things from relatives, and they always feel more personal than anything store-bought. They just mean more.
Grandma-level handmade stuff always hits different, and I like pairing those gifts with small touches that make the house feel cozy. I’ve been lighting fresh linen candles while wrapping or working on projects, and it gives the whole space that clean, calm vibe that reminds me of spring laundry days at my folks’ place. Little things like that seem to make the handmade pieces feel even more personal.