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Meet the artisans
Artisan Treasures
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A collection of unique handcrafted jewelry, pottery, woodworking, wall art, and photography by talented American artisans.
Anne Vaughn Designs | jewelry
Handcrafted in Virginia, their expansive variety of necklaces, bracelets, and earrings are designed to make you feel as beautiful as you are.
See more of their work here: https://annevaughandesigns.com/
Barb Lund Pottery | pottery
Barb Lund has been making her handmade, wheel thrown stoneware & earring holders for 20 years in an ever expanding array of colors.
See more of their work here: http://barblund-potter.com/
Philip Roberts | woodworking
Art should bring life to a living space and wood should bring warmth. Philip aims to create a captivating yet calming viewing experience while bringing these two, absolutely essential, ingredients to any room.
see more of their work here: https://philip-roberts.com/
Branscome Glass | jewelry
Branscome Glass, founded in 2005 by Diana, initially featured art glass pieces like mirrors, suncatchers, and tableware. Inspired by the potential of recycled glass, she began sourcing unique bottles from local restaurants in 2008. Diana carefully smashes, arranges, and fuses the shards at high temperatures to create stunning bowls, tea light holders, platters, and more.
See more of their work here: http://branscomeglass.com/
Clay Fossils | pottery
Susan and Don Walton have been working with clay since the 70's. They have owned several successful galleries through the years, including Blue Moon Gallery, Broad Street Pottery and Artworks, Pottery Road Gallery and Mountain Star Gallery.
See more of their work here: https://www.clayfossils.com/
Giusti Art | wall art & pottery
Founded in 1984 by Tom and Nancy, Giusti's Enterprising Art began with Tom's Gyotaku (fish rubbings) and Nancy's hand-thrown Raku pottery. Today, they offer unique Raku wall hangings and reproductions of Tom's Gyotaku and fused glass, all handcrafted at their home, Camp Giusti.
see more of their work here: https://giustiart.com/
America From The Sky | photography
Greg Cromer's America from the Sky Aerial Photography offers stunning aerial views that make great gifts for anyone who cherishes their town, college, or special place. His mission is to photograph every town in Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, and Southern Pennsylvania, expanding since 2012 to include towns along the Florida coast, Ohio, Kentucky, Southern Indiana, Central Iowa, Central Georgia, and more.
See more of their work here: http://www.americafromthesky.com/
Hilborn Pottery | pottery
Nancy Hilborn has been working with clay for over 30 years. A Toronto native, she holds a B.A. from the University of Waterloo and studied at the Ontario College of Art.She specializes in both wheel-throwing and hand-building, finishing her pieces with rich tones and soft matte glazes from metallic oxides. In 2014, Nancy and Rick Hilborn were inducted into the One of a Kind Hall of Fame.
See more of their work here: https://hilbornpottery.ca/
Marlene Van Beek | jewelry
Marlene VanBeek has been making jewelry for over 25 years. All her pieces are designed in her garden studio in Bellingham, Washington. As her business grew, Marlene expanded from the craft fair market, to selling in shops across North America. Her pieces are unique, using glass along with mixed metals.
see more of their work here: https://marlenevanbeek.com/
Okrant Wood | woodworking
Okrant Wood crafted its first boxes in 1981, combining David's carpentry skills with Kim's jewelry-making expertise and keen eye for detail. They use only the finest, highly figured legal woods, finished with clear oil and paste wax to highlight each wood's natural beauty. After their debut at the American Craft Enterprise show in San Francisco in 1982, they spent the next 37 years selling exclusively to fine galleries, craft stores, and museum shops worldwide.
See more of their work here: https://okrantwood.com/
Silver Forest | jewelry
Silver Forest jewelry, handcrafted in Southern Vermont, is enchanting and playful, featuring vibrant colors, textures, and movement. Founded 40 years ago, the brand began by selling distinctive pieces at craft shows across the Northeast and is now available in retailers throughout the United States and Canada.
See more of their work here: https://silverforest.com/
Home & Hearth
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Cozy essentials including home goods, candles, chimes, and playful toys for children to create a warm and inviting space.
Borealis Press | Stationary & Cards
Borealis Press launched in 1984 with the successful poster "To Catch A Lobster," which was featured in the National Zoo's invertebrate exhibit. For five years, designer Mark Baldwin continued building bathtubs and houses while expanding the product line. Now a team of six, Borealis Press is known for its original, fast-selling, and humorous QuoteUnQuote cards, magnets, and napkins. Located on the Maine coast, the company has been creating unique products for over 25 years.
See more of their work here: https://www.borealispress.net/
Ellembee | home goods
Lisa, the owner and designer of ellembee, founded the company in 2008 after being laid off from her bedding design job in Southern California. Moving back to Detroit, she turned her setback into a thriving business. Now, 15 years later, Lisa leads a small team dedicated to creating funny gift products available online and in over 4,000 boutiques across the US, Canada, and Europe.
see more of their work here: https://www.ellembeegift.com/
Lineage | candles
Founded in 2016 by Paul Hansbarger in Harrisonburg, Virginia, Lineage began with a simple request from his pregnant wife for a diaper bag. After opening a brick-and-mortar location in 2018 and a second store in Richmond in 2021, Lineage has expanded its offerings to include stylish, durable, heirloom-quality bags and accessories. With a focus on utility and elegance, each product is handcrafted in their Richmond studio using the finest materials, designed to endure everyday life and be passed down through generations.
See more of their work here: https://lineagegoods.com/collections/candles
Meadowbrooke Gourds | home goods
Meadowbrooke Gourds began over 20 years ago when a farmer discovered two gourds by accident and turned that moment into a dream. After seeing fresh gooseneck gourds in New England, we brought them to Central Pennsylvania to grow and sell with pumpkins. Today, our team of over 20 members crafts more than 250 varieties of gourds, creating a family-like bond through years of collaboration.
See more of their work here: https://www.mbgourds.com/
Rock Creek Metalcraft | home goods
What began as a metal mouse figurine has grown into over 500 handcrafted metal sculptures. Established in 1969 by Jack and Rae Nuckols, Rock Creek Metal Craft is a family-owned business offering reasonably priced, high-quality, hand-welded metal gifts made in America. Our sculptures are crafted from nuts, bolts, washers, screws, and other materials, showcasing unique artistry and craftsmanship.
See more of their work here: https://www.rockcreekmetalcraft.com/
The Wild Wanderer | home goods
The Wild Wanderer work is grounded in consideration and craftsmanship, from their drawing desk to your door. Every product starts with drawing by Virginian illustrator and The Wild Wander founder, Clara Cline.
See more of their work here: https://wildwanderco.com/
Thoughtful Gifts
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Distinctive gifts featuring charming hats and delightful toys, perfect for celebrating special moments and expressing your sentiments.
Crayon Rocks | chlidren & toys
Founded by special education teacher Barbara Lee, Crayon Rocks are made from U.S.-grown soy wax and non-toxic pigments, making them ideal for children with fine motor challenges. With a focus on promoting fine motor skills, our crayons have positively impacted many young learners. Originally crafted in a garage in California, we now produce 14,000 crayons a day with our specially designed machine, Daisy, after relocating to Kentucky Amish farm country.
See more of their work here: https://www.crayonrocks.com/
North Star Leather | hair accesories
North Star Leather began its history in 1969 in Boston. Our founder and Owner Stephen M. Batson discovered the joy of hand crafted leather. From street vending there in Boston, he moved south to a small town called Ruby, SC. Our product line has increased to over 150 products. We do our best to offer quality leather goods at reasonable prices made in the USA.
See more of their work here: https://www.nstarleather.com/
Wind River Chimes | chimes
For more than 30 years, Wind River Chimes has studied and perfected what they call “the Science of Sound.” Our chimes are individually handcrafted and hand-tuned, for exceptional precision and lasting beauty. From the shape of the components to the materials they use, every detail is tested and engineered to deliver superior resonance and tone.
See more of their work here: https://windriverchimes.com/
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