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Shelly

Handmade with Trust

June 15, 2020

handmade hats for women

In a world of uncertainty how do we know we are doing exactly what we should be doing or have to do or are we just simply doin’ it? Do we have a path that we can see or feel? Let’s stitch a little trust into the handmade while adding a dash of gratitude and humor.

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The Heart of the Matter

February 11, 2020

Whether we pour our heart and souls into something or not, we still may need to sort things out and get to the heart of the matter. In comes the forsythia branch – maybe she can shed some light on the subject and we can flourish in a new perspective. But first…remember that bread recipe I promised?…not sure if you’ll “knead” it as much as I do, but none-the-less it’s delish.

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Filed Under: Blog, Get Creative

How to Be a Hat Person

January 31, 2020

Welcome! So, I totally get it…plain and simple you want to wear hats but don’t know where to begin. Hello, my name is Shelly and I love wearing hats so much that I began to make them years ago because I could never get one to fit right. I’m here to help you be the hat person you want to be.

Do you often hear these negative voices about wearing hats…..?


My head is WAY too big.

– says retired woman that wants to show up her friends at book club

I LOVE them but they look ridiculous on me, ugh.

– says the taxi mom with peanut butter stains from feeding her 3 year old lunch

My friend is always wearing a cute cap, I could never pull it off!

– says the best friend that wants to be as confident as her hat-wearing friend

As your hat wearing expert, I get the pleasure of telling you that YES! you actually can wear hats. With just a few basic tricks not only will you find a flattering, well-fitting hat but you’ll also experience the extraordinary wardrobe up-leveling that comes with incorporating hats into your wardrobe.

And I am prepared to uncover everything you need to know in my FREE mini email course!

say no more ……I want in!

Life is busy, especially during this time of your life and as a mom of five myself, I too, struggled with wanting to feel put together after a full day of chasing kids, feeding the 5000, etc.

Let’s start with a simple question today:

Why do I want to add hats to my everyday wardrobe?

I got the answer hidden right here….


1. Handmade hats pulls together an outfit and makes YOU look put together
2. Disguises a bad hair day, because we all know that your hair may (or may not) have gotten washed this morning…or last night
3. Instant confidence after a crappy day at work
4. A shield from the world when you just wanna get your mail and go home

Join me and hundred’s of other women that learned how to beat the confidence battle while accessorizing with a hat!

okay, I’m convinced…HELP ME!

Bound to be….helping you, too,
XO Shelly

Filed Under: Blog, Handmade Hats Tagged With: comfortable hats, hair loss hats, hat for women, help me wear hats, how to be a hat person, how to wear a hat, love hats, reversible hats for women, want to wear hats, women's hat

There’s a Patch for That

January 14, 2020

After an energetic hiatus of putting Christmas away, remnants of tinsel glisten in the carpet (and on the dog) while distant scents of pine cone candles linger. In addition to shiny and scrubbed floors the house is cleaned and ready for January traffic as “normalcy” resumes. Besides starting a new decade with a smile and a deep breath I reflect on 2019 with much gratitude, lessons learned and clarity and finding a Patch for That …

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Did I Miss Something?

December 12, 2019

ready to ship handmade hat

Do you ever get that feeling you’re missing something? Whether it’s a joke or singing the wrong song lyrics since the 80’s. Ugh – we’ve all been there…and probably will be again. The Winter season is flying by and it’s not even Winter Solstice yet. Let’s poke our head outta the driveway snow bank and bond over a blue mug of coffee…

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3 Reasons Why We Wear Hats

December 6, 2019

Envision yourself in a handmade hat and experience the feeling of freedom. Three reasons to wear hats is more than just throwing it on and heading out the door….

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Filed Under: Blog, Handmade Hats Tagged With: 3 reasons why we wear hats, handmade hats, reasons to wear hat

Shop Local & Handmade

November 22, 2019

Shopping handmade and local is just one little way to add a smile on someones face throughout the year. Handmade is best, ya know.

The tinsel is patiently waiting high on the garage shelf, the baking recipes are slightly crusted with the spatter batter of last year and the the big box stores are filling with eager shoppers that are “just getting ideas”. Although the season is but a sweet scent of raspberry turtle mocha away the hustle and bustle of the holiday season has begun. And for some local artisans it began months ago preparing for their busy season of creating.

The Holiday Boutique of local artisans this year consists of five artisans that I admire, not just for their wonderful work and talent but for their stories behind the creations.

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Dog Leashes and Collars

September 23, 2019

custom dog leash and collars

Our pets can bring us more than just sloppy kisses, they can bring us comfort, love, laughter and just plain cuteness. But in the name of getting right to this exciting news… NEW IN THE SHOP and cuter than ever are
dog leashes and collars. (As I’ve said before…more than just hats and bags).

SHOP FOR YOUR PUPS NOW!
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HIP Mini Packs a Punch

June 18, 2019

Cross-body HIP Mini bags are back on the cut table and they are fabulous! The new HIP Mini‘s are packed full of fun and ready for your summer days ahead. Here’s a quick snippet of whazz up at Bound to be Creative and the HIP Mini.

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Filed Under: Blog, Get Creative Tagged With: canvas bag, crossbody purse, festival purse, mini purse for her, phone purse, walking purse, womens travel bag

Live your creative life

May 9, 2019

Putting Mom in Moments
Moments without Mom is just, well – ‘ents’. Let’s get honest with a non-gushy gush about Mother’s Day. Live your creative life blog gets to the nitty gritty about Mother’s Day.

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Bound to be Creative® hats are more than just hats, they’re a creative and personal connection to your unique personality and one of a kind style. Created with intention, purpose and trust, your custom handmade hat encourages you to express yourself with confidence and sends a message of “I can wear hats!”. From one hat lover to the other, I will help you find a hat that you’ll wear, a hat that’s a comfortable fit for your head, and a hat that nudges you to be your best self with the wardrobe you already have. Purposefully handmade in Minnesota. More about your hat expert...

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Hiya there! Tired of your baseball hat already? Yep, thought so. This fellow hat-lovin’ Minnesotan-gal is at your service. With a huge passion for comfortable and flattering hats and years of hat wearing ability, I take your ho-hum average baseball hat days and transform them into self-assured, cute hat badass self days. More about your hat expert...

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