Melanie is headed to Japan! September 6, 2024Hello, fellow makers and design lovers! I am SO excited to share with everyone that I will be traveling to Japan this October for the FIRST time ever! I was...
Join the MAD Carving Tour on the East Coast! July 5, 2024Ready to try something new and relaxing? Come join us on the MAD Carving Tour as we travel along the East Coast with our fun and hands-on carving workshops. We’ll...
The Perfect Weekend Hobby: A Beginner's Guide to Carving June 26, 2024If you're looking for a new hobby that's both relaxing and creatively fulfilling, carving might be just what you need. I've been carving with Japanese tools for over a decade,...
Lisbon Design Week Highlights: Showcasing Fragmented June 19, 2024The chance to showcase my work alongside so many talented designers was a dream come true. I’m thrilled to share my incredible experience at Lisbon Design Week! It was an absolute...
MAD Treasure Hunt Recap! May 9, 2024Wow, what an incredible ride our 10th-year anniversary treasure hunt has been! 🎉 I'm still buzzing with excitement from all the fun we had together. From different locations around the city...
Join the MAD 10th Anniversary Scavenger Hunt! April 17, 2024It's been a decade of crafting madness with Melanie Abrantes Designs! To celebrate this milestone, we've teamed up with San Francisco's own People on a Mission for an epic treasure...
