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EmBr Forge

At the Forge, we blend art & intention — from paintings and resin art to illuminated dioramas, crochet, wool dreadlocks & more.

We craft more than art — we create memories, turning your treasures into lasting keepsakes. Step into EmBr Forge, where imagination takes shape and little worlds come alive. Here you'll find glowing fantasy dioramas, resin enchantments, cozy crochet wonders, custom wool dreads, and creations sparked by nature's magic. Sprinkled with stones, shells, leaves, and tiny treasures from our travels, each

piece carries a whisper of adventure. Have a special keepsake or memory you want to honor? We'd love to weave your treasure into a custom creation that preserves their spirit in art!

06/01/2026

The Workspace Setup 🧶✨

The calm before the creative storm. 🌿✨ My decorating station is completely prepped, layout finalized, and all the custom embellishments are selected for this Boho Beauty set of wool dread extensions. There is something so satisfying about having every piece meticulously lined up before the real assembly begins.

Taking the time to map out the colors and textures ensures that the final set tells a cohesive story.

Who else needs their workspace completely organized before they can dive into a big project?

05/31/2026

Sunday Studio Reflections. ☕️✨

Taking a quiet morning to look back on a week full of completely different rhythms—from rainy day camper crafts and beach hunting to learning new leather skills and putting hours into a massive blanket project.

This week was a reminder that whether you're building a large piece, learning a brand new technique, or navigating the steady ups and downs of a recovery cycle, consistency is everything. You just keep making the loops, wrapping the cord, and moving forward.

Have a peaceful Sunday, everyone. Take some time to rest and recharge for the week ahead.

05/30/2026

Tied to the Craft 🪵🪢

Behind the bench: Expanding the toolkit. 🛠️👀
Spending my Saturday diving into a new skill and learning the art of leather wrapping. There is something incredibly satisfying about combining raw wood and tightly bound leather.

Every new technique opens up a dozen new doors for future designs. Any early guesses on what this piece is going to turn into? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

05/29/2026

Friday Focus: Raw Texture 🧶✨

Textures in the wild. 🌲🐑
Instead of showcasing a finished product this week, I wanted to share a look at some raw materials fresh off the processing block. This is a full set of boho-themed, double-ended (DE) wool dreadlocks—completely felted and prepped.

The next step is where the real magic happens: adding the custom decorations, wraps, and unique details to give them their true personality.

05/28/2026

Rhythmic Waves 🌊🧶

Progress shot on a massive project today. 🧵✨

This custom order blanket is slowly coming along, stitch by stitch. The rhythm of working through these deep ocean blues and bright turquoise crests has been incredibly therapeutic this week.

Can anyone guess the overarching theme for this custom piece? Hint: It involves a few little travelers we've been working on recently. Drop your best predictions below! 👇

05/27/2026

Update from the caregiver’s desk: Listening and learning. ☕️🌿

We are holding steady over here. The Wife is navigating her recovery one day at a time—some days are noticeably better than others, and right now, the focus is entirely on listening to her body and resting exactly when she needs to.

Healing isn't a straight line, but we're taking the wins where we find them and keeping the pace sustainable. Huge thanks to everyone who offered shoe suggestions and those who keep checking in on us; your support keeps the Forge moving forward.

05/26/2026

Treasures from the Shore & Sweet Treats 🌊🪨🍦

Scouring the shoreline for inspiration. 🔎🌾
Once the rain cleared up, we hit the beach for some serious rock hunting with the grandson. He managed to track down some great pieces—including one tiny, unexpected ladybug passenger taking a rest on a stone.
The best textures and colors always come straight from nature. Getting out by the water is the perfect way to clear the head and bring some fresh perspective back to the workbench

Then a quick pit stop to cool down and fuel up. 🍨✨
You can't spend time out this way without making a traditional run to Toft's Ice Cream Parlor - Port Clinton. Grabbed a quick scoop to beat the heat before heading back into the studio routine.
Sometimes a little local sweetness is exactly what you need to recharge before a long stretch at the bench. Back to work!

Cream

05/25/2026

Rain or Shine Camping 🏕️🌧️

Happy Memorial Day from our family to yours! 🇺🇸✨

The long weekend weather didn't exactly cooperate, but a little rain wasn't about to slow us down. We moved the operation inside the camper and spent the afternoon working on some colorful magic puff animals and foam monster crafts with the grandkids.

No matter the weather, it's all about making memories and keeping those creative wheels turning. Hope you're all having a safe, restful holiday weekend with the people who matter most!

05/24/2026

Sunday Studio Reflections. ☕️🍩

Taking a quiet morning with a warm chai latte and a perfect gluten-free Boston cream paczki from Rumi's Passion Gluten Free Bakery / rumispassion

This week was full of trial, error, and new ideas—from lanterns and dreads to hunting down ugly (but necessary) recovery shoes. It’s a reminder that progress doesn't always look pretty or follow a straight line, but as long as we keep creating with intention, we’re moving forward.

Enjoy your Sunday, rest up, and find some sweetness in the slow moments today.

05/23/2026

Fantasy Funwear 🌿🎩

Bringing a little fantasy to the workbench this weekend. 🪵✨

I’m working through a brand new idea—a forest-themed hat designed specifically for Renaissance Faire season and cosplay.

Right now, it’s all about the prep work: matching the textures, trimming the greenery, and planning out how all these natural elements will come together. Building wearable art like this takes a lot of patience, but creating something that feels like it stepped right out of a storybook is worth the time.

Stay tuned to see how this one evolves. 🏹🐉

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2121 N Monroe St
Monroe, MI
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