Small things, made
with a merry heart
Handmade jewelry, crochet pieces and home decor — every piece designed and made by hand, one at a time. No two are ever exactly alike.
The Collection
Made in small batches — when a piece is gone, it's gone.
Handmade Earrings
Crochet and beaded designs, from everyday studs to statement dangles — made with Swarovski crystal elements and Swarovski glass pearls.
Crochet Handbags
Sturdy, fully handmade bags in cheerful colors — roomy enough for every day.
Light-Up Etched Bottles
Etched glass bottles with warm fairy lights inside — a little glow for any shelf.
Framed Art
Rolled-magazine art, framed and ready to hang — including the dachshund everyone asks about.
Crochet Minis & Keychains
Little crochet friends and keychains — sweet stocking stuffers and bag charms.
The Earring Gallery
A few favorites — every pair is one of a kind, and new ones appear all season. The crystals are Swarovski elements, and the pearls are Swarovski glass pearls.
Rose Quartz Studs
Wire-wrapped rose quartz teardrops.
Champagne Drops
Swarovski crystals in silver teardrop frames.
Pearl Ball Drops
Swarovski glass pearl drops with rhinestone caps.
Pearl Studs
Simple, goes-with-everything Swarovski glass pearl studs.
Pearl Drop Earrings
Swarovski glass pearl drops.
Red Crystal Drops
Swarovski crystal drops in holiday red.
Pink Crystal Drops
Soft pink Swarovski crystals on a fine chain.
Aqua Crystal Drops
Cool blue Swarovski crystal drops with a little swing.
Blue Flower Studs
Little blue Swarovski crystal blossoms.
Silver Star Dangles
A little wish, hanging from each ear.
Green Crochet Hoops
Crochet rings topped with a Swarovski glass pearl.
Silver-Gray Hoops
Soft gray crochet rings with Swarovski glass pearl drops.
Sky-Blue Fan Earrings
Crochet fans with sky-blue Swarovski crystal beads.
Pearl Fan Earrings
Cream-and-green fans with Swarovski glass pearl teardrops.
Emerald Fan Earrings
Deep green crochet fans on Swarovski glass pearl chains.
Bags, Big & Small
Chunky Handbag
Sturdy, fully handmade — roomy enough for every day.
Silver Clutch
Crochet clutch with a gold chain strap.
Mini Paw Tote
A tiny tote for your AirPods, with a paw-print window — clips right onto your bag.
Light-Up Etched Bottles
Etched by hand, lit from inside — each one glows a different color.
Blue Glow
Etched bottle with cool blue fairy lights.
Green Glow
Etched bottle with green fairy lights.
Warm Glow
Frosted etched bottle with warm golden fairy lights.
About the Maker
Hi, I'm Jackie
I've crocheted for years — shirts, sweaters, purses — and I always have beautiful yarn and thread left over. Merry Little Thing™ is where those leftovers become little things that make people smile: earrings, bags, glowing bottles, framed art and tiny plush friends.
Most of what's here is handmade by me in McLean, Virginia, under my small business, Grawave LLC — and I also carry handmade pieces from local crafters as guest makers. I sell at local holiday markets — come say hi in person, or text me any time.
See It in Person
This December in McLean
McLean High School Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, December 12 · 10am–3pm
McLean High School · 1633 Davidson Rd, McLean, VA
Come find Merry Little Thing™ in the gym — the table will be full of earrings, crochet pieces and glowing bottles, and everything is prettier in person. See you there!
