Our Story
Merrie Hope
The name Merrie Hope is inspired by the spirit of traditional handcraft and the enduring values that have shaped generations—resilience, joy, and the belief in something lasting. “Merrie” is an old English word meaning joyful or cheerful, reflecting the warmth, camaraderie, and satisfaction that comes from creating with your hands. It nods to the past, honoring the heritage of handcrafts passed down through families and communities.
“Hope” represents our purpose: to preserve skills, to inspire purpose-driven creativity, and to build a future where making by hand matters. Together, Merrie Hope captures our mission—to keep the heart of handcraft alive, to celebrate the beauty of tradition, and to offer a space where kindness, community, and creative work come together in meaningful ways.
At Merrie Hope, we share stories, honor heritage, and nurture the kind of cheerful hope that’s built by hand and passed from person to person.
We Create With Purpose
Human purpose is deeply connected to handcrafting because each piece created carries with it a personal intention-whether it's to express creativity, preserve tradition, or offer a caring solution to a need.
We Handcraft Projects
Our community is project-based.
Most people learn and continue handcrafting because they want to create a product, not just practice.
“Learn a stitch, create something.”