What’s New at Steel Roots Market: August Creative Launches, IOD DIY project & a Weekend Gift
Welcome to August at Steel Roots Market, where creativity, handmade charm, and heartfelt updates come together. This month, I’m excited to share the latest from Roycycled Treasures, a quick easy DIY featuring IOD stamps, and a special free weekend gift offer for my loyal shoppers.
Plus, scroll down for behind-the-scenes moments from our homestead, garlic harvest, and a joyful family milestone.
Let’s dive into everything that’s blooming this August!
Roycycled Treasures – New Release This Weekend!
Royce has unveiled her newest collection and it is absolutely breathtaking! I’ll be streaming her official reveal over on my social pages, and you’ll be able to secure your favorites early. My shipment is due in by Wednesday, and I’ll make the collection live on the site Sunday evening (once permitted!).
You won’t want to miss these new additions—they are filled with charm, texture, and vintage vibes.
IOD Christmas Release – Yes, It’s Coming!
You may have seen an early (and accidental) email from IOD that hinted at their upcoming Christmas release. While it wasn’t meant to go public just yet, the buzz is real—and I can tell you, from what little we’ve seen as stockists, it’s one of their most beautiful collections yet. I haven’t been able to place my order yet, but I’d love to hear from you.
If you know you’ll be wanting all the moulds or other goodies, please email or message me. Your early interest helps me know how much to bring in for you—and trust me, you’ll want these before they sell out.
A Special Weekend Surprise for You
To celebrate the start of the month—and thank you for all the support—I'm offering a limited weekend bonus:
Place any order of $75 or more today or tomorrow (Saturday & Sunday) and receive one of my brand-new, not-yet-released laser-cut surfaces for your next creative project.
I’m working in the studio this weekend testing designs, and I’ll hand-select one of these special new surfaces as my thank-you gift to tuck into your order. It's a little piece of what's to come this fall—and you’ll be one of the first to try it out. (Photos below show a few early samples I’ve been working on—these aren’t named yet, but they’re so fun!)
Thank You for Jingle Days
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the Jingle Days orders during our Christmas in July celebration. I’ve been cutting surfaces, packing boxes, and heading to the post office daily. As of this weekend, all but Friday’s orders have shipped—and those will be out by Monday.
Your support means more than words.
Wedding Joys & Sweet Moments
On a personal note, I had the most wonderful experience this week joining my future daughter-in-law, her mom, grandmother, and maid of honor for her first wedding dress shopping trip. It was such a special, joyful day, and yes—we are planning a wedding for 2026! It was a moment I’ll never forget and reminded me again of the beauty of being present for life’s little chapters.
Homestead Days: Garlic, Gardens, and Sawmill Dreams
We’ve also been full-steam ahead with garlic harvest and orders—thank you to everyone who has supported our little garlic stand! Scott has been experimenting with his sawmill, and I’m dreaming up ways we might use some of his beautiful wood in future creative offerings. Our gardens are in full swing, and while we’re staying close to home, we’re finding joy in little day trips, slow moments, and working side by side.
DIY Spotlight: Using IOD Stamps to Make Rustic Signage
I wanted to share a favorite project from around the homestead—our fresh garlic roadside sign! I used two rough-cut boards, spray painted them black, then used my IOD Typesetting Stamp Set and Block Type Stamp Set with white paint and a brayer. I stamped the letters on and filled in the gaps with a paintbrush for a rustic, weathered look. The word "fresh" was done freehand.
These stamps work beautifully—even on uneven boards—thanks to the flexibility of the IOD grid sheet (I’ll update this post with the proper name/link). Once sealed with a clear coat, the signs were ready. They've held up beautifully for three years now, and my husband even added a new panel this year: "End of the Road."
I have both stamp sets and brayers available in the shop, so if you’re feeling inspired, you can grab what you need to make your own rustic signage!
Shop Steel Roots Market Stamps here
Fresh Surfaces – Coming Soon!
This morning, I began designing and test cutting a new set of laser-cut surfaces. These shapes are perfect for papercrafting, decoupage, and seasonal DIYs. I haven’t named them yet, but here’s a peek at what’s coming:
These samples represent just the beginning of what’s coming this fall to Steel Roots Market—and as a reminder, any $75+ order this weekend will receive one of these new surfaces as a surprise gift.
Shop Updates – New Rice Papers & Pentart Finds
If you haven’t peeked in the shop lately, I’ve added a lovely assortment of new rice papers (including holiday prints!) and Pentart products that I think you’ll love. These are perfect for your upcoming projects, especially as we begin dreaming of fall and the festive season ahead.
Make sure to browse !! You never know what you will see!!
August is shaping up to be an inspired month full of new creative energy, heartfelt moments, and beautiful projects. Thank you for continuing to show up for this small business and for being part of this journey with me.
With a full heart,
Carrie
Steel Roots Market
