Dianna's Design Studio-Handcrafted Whimsies

08/18/2026

Had so much fun doing this hat bar for the team! Have a great season ladies!!!

08/13/2026

Who Needs Comfort Bags!!!

Well... this whim took me a little longer to get out into the world than I planned. 😄 But sometimes a delay gives you time to rethink, redesign, and make things just a little bit better—and that's exactly what happened! I researched different natural fillers, how well they hold heat and cold, and then started creating the sizes and shapes that I would actually want if I were shopping for them myself.

After some tweaking, design upgrades including removable/washable covers, my handcrafted hot & cold comfort bags are officially in stock and ready to go! ❤️

🐞 Boo Boo Buddies for life's little bumps, bruises, bug bites and ouchies
🌿 Weighted Eye Pillows for a little quiet comfort and relaxation
❤️ Back & Body Comfort Pillows for those bigger areas that need some warmth or cooling comfort

I'll be sharing each of them individually, and each photo will include a description, sizes, blends, pricing, and all the details.

I've also been playing with different natural blends and scents, including lavender, mint, eucalyptus and chamomile—because apparently I can't just make one version of anything. That's probably why they're called whims. 😄

For now, I'm just excited to finally say...

They're made. They're stocked. And this whim is officially ready to leave my She Shed and head out into the world! ❤️

Let me know if you'd like more info on anything!
-Dianna

07/18/2026

07/18/2026

So thankful for the chance to get behind the camera with this beautiful senior. She is as kind as she is stunning, and her playful spirit made every photo come to life. This session is one I will certainly remember—with some great music and just the right time to keep our momentum going! (Thanks Dallas!🎶💕)
It felt impossible to narrow this session down for some sneak peeks-but here are some of my favs!!

Wishing this incredible young lady all the best on the journey ahead! ✨📸🎓

06/13/2026

✨ A Little Sneak Peek at My Newest Whim ✨

One of my latest retirement rabbit holes started with something I've used for years—those old microwave rice bags.

The funny thing is, I use heat and cold therapy packs constantly. They're scattered all over my house, and it's not unusual for me to be warming one up several times a day. Because I rely on them so much, I've always had opinions about what I liked, what I didn't like, and what I wished worked (and smelled) better.

And if I'm being honest, part of this project may have been inspired by my son-in-law. He's spent the last couple years politely tolerating the smell of my well-used (and occasionally overcooked) rice bags whenever they come to visit. A few of his complaints to my daughter about "that smell" eventually made their way back to me. 😆 Since giving up my heat packs was never really an option, I figured maybe it was time to find a better solution.

So I started researching. Then researching some more. I looked into natural fillers, tested different blends, compared how they held heat and cold, and thought about the sizes and shapes I actually reach for most often.

What started as simple curiosity turned into one of those projects that completely grabbed my attention.

The result is a collection of comfort packs that I'm really excited about, including one of my favorite creations so far—something I'm calling Boo Boo Buddies. 🐞

I'll share more soon, but for now I just wanted to give everyone a little peek into what I've been busy creating lately.

Stay tuned... this whim is almost ready to make its full debut. 🌼

05/28/2026

✨ Here is My Latest Whim ✨

Handcrafted Whimsy was born from a simple idea for my retirement: spend my time creating whatever inspires me. This little adventure is all about me following my whims and turning them into unique handcrafted creations. Whether it's beadwork like my recent plant wand creations, leatherwork, engraving, resin art, or something completely new, I love having time to learn new techniques and find ways to combine them to create unique pieces that build on one another.

My latest challenge to myself has been learning custom engraving and then I added resin art to my plans…and I'm super excited to share my very first creation—a custom engraved cutting board with a resin accent!

I'm now ready to start taking custom orders and would love the opportunity to create something special for you.

Currently, I can personalize:

🌿 Cutting Boards
🌿 Keychains
🌿 Hats
🌿 Leather Goods
🌿 And more custom engraved creations

I'll be honest—marketing isn't exactly my strong suit. 😅 So if you see something you like, sharing my posts or recommending my little business to friends and family would mean a lot to me!

If you have an idea you'd like personalized, send me a message! I'd love to work with you to create something unique and made just for you.

Thank you for supporting my little whims and following along!

More projects coming soon!!

05/28/2026

Little teaser....I've been playing in my studio and have some fun items I will be posting in the next few days. Excited to show what I've been working on!

Send a message to learn more

03/26/2026

Pre-made Garden Wands! I have a handful of each of these designs. Toppers are interchangeable. Charms or name beads are easily added. Also Keep an eye out if these are catching your eye for some pop up -kid friendly- make and take opportunities this spring and summer! I would love to hear what you think of these!