Hirmie - Handmade Crafts

04/27/2024

COMING SOON: HIRMIE FELT WALL ART
I am on vacation in Singapore but the hustle never stops. I am excited to launch my newest handmade craft - FELT ART. These wall art seek to complement concrete objects and most importantly help me pay for the many vacations and travel I hope to take 😁 - stay tuned for the official launch.

11/13/2023

It's finally happening + coming full circle! A 3 day pop up store in the mall this weekend. You can find me selling concrete objects on Level 1 and you can go to Level 3 to get royce chocolate! I hope to see you downtown Chicago for holiday shopping!

09/21/2023

When I am not spending my free time making concrete objects in the basement, you can find me at either one of my Japanese chocolate stores
1. Flagship Store
520 N. Michigan Ave, Level 3
⭐️ read my latest interview by following
Stop by and try some Japanese chocolate today!
2. Mitsuwa Marketplace
(Japanese supermarket)
100 E. Algonquin Road
Arlington Heights, IL
📷 images courtesy of The Shops at North Bridge, Nordstrom mall.

08/11/2023

One month away from celebrating 20th year! I am excited to be back with renewed energy + passion 🖤
A lot of work goes behind the scene. A lot of travel + play too if you've seen my stories lately. I am excited for Renegade on Sept 9 (Sat) and Sept 10 (Sun).
Booth 25.
I will unveil a new look for my booth by The last photo 📸 is my booth from last year Renegade. It rained 🌧 Hoping for better weather this year!
Hope to see you guys
[Strength & Beauty, cast in Concrete]
HIRMIE - handmade in Chicago

07/10/2023

I've always been a "good boy" and having a published article on a platform called Canvas Rebel makes me feel dangerous, naughty and rebellious 🤣 Enjoy the interview! Shout out to Julie Merica 🙌 - Hustle never stops [Strength & Beauty - Cast in Concrete]

Alright - so today we've got the honor of introducing you to Hirman Ahmad. We think you'll enjoy our conversation, we've shared it below. Alright, Hirman thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. How has Covid changed your business model? Prior to Covid, I was a sm...

05/12/2023

A mother's love, a concrete vase, Unyielding strength in every trace,
Her tender touch, a guiding light,
Holding us close through the darkest of night.
I am honoring the one who gave me birth, my dear mother, a symbol of worth, Whose love for me will never cease,
An enduring bond, a source of peace.
Thank you for loving us for who we are!
Happy Mothers Day
📷: me + my mom Salmah
📷: David + my mother in law Kerry
Don't forget to shop for Mother's Day gift at these women-owned local businesses who are mothers themselves
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03/06/2023

It can be hard to keep up your pace + sometimes a drought of motivation can feel like the end of the world. It is important to keep inspiration on hand. I keep a folder of:
1. motivational quotes +
2. several photos of
It reminds me to maintain my hustle no matter what. If you need a little bit of . Here is a quote that I've recently embraced
" Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” Arthur Ashe - American tennis player, the first Black winner of a major men's singles championship

02/17/2023

There is beauty in simplicity.
There is inspiration everywhere.
In unexpected places - like a concrete stairway or a pile of chopped wood 🪵 for product photography
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01/31/2023

The poll results are in:
🍵 The Matcha Collection
This is a limited production. The first object is a catch-all tray. These are not available on my website. You can grab them and soon in a store in Evanston (Artem Pop-Up Gallery).

Green inspires hope and the idea of looking to a new, better circumstance for increased prosperity. The phrases “greener pastures” and “the grass is always greener” express this longing.

01/06/2023

The sun went away
The sky went black
Up came the wind
I fell on my back

It started to rain
I began to sink
Then I lifted my head
And took a drink

I perked myself up
And said "please don't cry"
And wiped off my petals
Until they were dry

The clouds soon parted
And out came the sun
The beauty in me
Has only begun.
Poem by Billie Jo
"You're Beautiful As Yourself"

10/13/2022

Behind the Scene:
I have been busy with chocolate + life. I have also been working behind the scene to create some original pieces. This is the first of many to come -
Designed this trinket tray with my friend Macus of Variatian Design LLC.
It will be 3D printed by
Lastly, I will create a silicone mold from the 3D trinket tray. I have no idea what I'm doing but wish me luck 😅