Understanding Handmade Variation

Handmade objects carry small differences because they are shaped through material and touch rather than reproduced as identical industrial units. In textile flowers this may appear in petal spacing; in crochet work, in stitch and expression; in natural pearls and stones, in surface, color and outline.nnVariation does not mean that quality is ignored. A useful product page should still state the material information available, approximate dimensions, care, processing time and intended use. It should also explain which differences are natural to the process.nnBefore ordering, compare the measurements with an object you already own and read the care and shipping notes. This makes the handmade character easier to appreciate and the purchase easier to plan.