Testimonials

  • Another beautiful creation from Maura, The attention to detail on all of Maura's work is just fantastic. It shipped super fast, even though I ordered it late and came beautifully packaged as always.
    - Sarah
  • Picture certainly doesn't do the justice here! It's even more beautiful in real! Love it, got it for a gift but will probably hold on to it☺️
    - Kasia Eska-Grajek
  • Beautiful work. Seller was more than happy to adjust design to my requests and gave me several options to choose from. Shipped really fast and was a much loved personalised gift.
    - Frenchatron
  • I love these earrings! I've worn them loads, and they are very light and comfy 😍😍😍😍
    - Teresa
  • This arrived in what seems like record time, and it was beautifully packaged with such care. The hoop will be a wonderful addition to my home. Thank you so much!
    - jencat12
  • Beautiful earrings, love em! Great communication with the seller, thanks Maura! and super fast shipping which is especially impressive during the holiday season. Highly recommended! :)
    - Wren Field
  • I ordered a custom hoop from Maura for a new home. Maura was great to deal with and answered all my questions without delay. It was packaged lovely and arrived super quick!
    - Elizabeth
  • I ordered the sunflower brooch as a gift for my mother & its even better in the flesh! The little frame is very quirky and it was packaged so well too. Thank you!
    - Catherine
  • I ordered the rainbow hoop for my niece, it arrived very quickly and packaged beautifully. Thanks Maura :)
    - Therese
  • I absolutely LOVE love love my order that arrived today! The packaging was just so beautiful! Such gorgeous work, thanks so much! & loving my new earrings too ! Thanks for such a lovely service.
    - Katrina Carroll

Well hello !

Welcome to The Messy Brunette, a creative crafty place, with a creative crafty brunette!

Hey hey hey! Welcome to my little piece of the internet. Maker of fun embroidery hoop art & quirky jewellery.  You'll also find a creative crafty lifestyle blog, all run by me, Maura, the original messy brunette.  If you like upcycling, crochet, embroidery well head over to the blog.  In the shop, there's lots to choose from, from colourful earrings & necklaces to nursery/home decor to personalised baby gifts, quirky phrases & rude ones too .... oops ! some cute jewellery that you won't get in Penny's hun.  Nice gifts for new babies, Mothers Day & anniversaries, Valentine's Day and more! or just treat yourself, sure go on !

Featured products

Personalised Baby Name Embroidery Hoop Art - Rainbow Nursery Gift
Personalised Baby Name Embroidery Hoop Art - Rainbow Nursery Gift
from €40,00
Personalised Geometric Heart with Initials - available in different colours
Personalised Geometric Heart with Initials - available in different colours
€25,00
Personalised Unicorn Name Hoop Art
Personalised Unicorn Name Hoop Art
from €50,00
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Personalised Initial Embroidery Hoop Art
Personalised Initial Embroidery Hoop Art
from €30,00
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My Collections

Embroidery Hoop Art. Hand Stitched Gifts
Embroidery Hoop Art - Ready to Ship
Personalised Custom Hand Embroidery Hoop Art
Embroidery Hoop Art - Custom/Personalised
Laser Cut Wood Jewellery. Hand painted Jewellery
Laser Cut Wood Jewellery
Hand Embroidery Jewellery
Embroidery Jewellery
Handmade Jewellery, Fabric Jewellery Laser Cut Jewellery
Jewellery Sets
Fabric Handmade Jewellery
Fabric Jewellery
Love Heart Laser Cut Stud Earrings, hand painted in different colours. Perfect for Valentines

New ! Heart Stud Earrings

Made with eco friendly bamboo and available in different colours.

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#theMessyBrunetteCrafts

I love seeing my makes in the wild ! please do share on your social media & tag me with the hashtag ...

Custom Rainbow Hoop Art

The perfect gift for the small people in your life!

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Coffee Table Revamp with Hair Pin Legs ….. ooooh sexy !

I shared this little table make over on my Instagram stories and was blown away with all the attention it got, so I thought I would go ahead and share here…. sure why not ! It was part of a 3 piece set, you know the ones that all fit into each other.  I got … Continue reading Coffee Table Revamp with Hair Pin Legs ….. ooooh sexy !

Craft Room Tour

I did a major over haul, over the Christmas break, (soooo long ago at this stage) of my craft room or should I start calling it ‘The Studio’ now? I took a few pics, as we all like a good nose around others’ work spaces.  Here’s a few before pictures.  It had gotten very cluttered … Continue reading Craft Room Tour

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A great campaign with heart, please know when  you buy from me its from a small business with heart !