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Zetamari Mosaic Artworks are handcrafted in Seattle, Washington. Artist Angie begins by shaping each mirror base from birch with standard shop tools. Then, she precisely shapes and sets each piece using traditional mosaic techniques. Once the setting is complete, she grouts using colored cement giving the piece a unified and finished look. Angie finds the creation of each piece a meditative and cathartic way of working with her hands. She takes pride in the work that she does and hopes to educate the public about this ancient art form and to increase public appreciation for hand-crafted artwork. She also hopes to bring the joy of spirit she feels during the creation of each piece to the home of others. -
Will Carswell handcrafts heirloom-quality, eco-friendly, wooden jigsaw puzzles one at a time from start to finish in the foothills of Western Massachusetts. With each new puzzle he creates, he strives to give you the most memorable, unique, jigsaw puzzling experience possible along with an enjoyable opportunity to slow down amidst a fast-paced world. Originally a British tradition, each Zen Art puzzle includes a number of unique to the puzzle themed pieces. For example the chameleon puzzle has pieces shaped as a chameleon, dragonfly and other insects and salamanders. These specially shaped pieces are called whimsies. Enrich your life with the challenge and charm of these wonderful whimsical pieces, the beautiful imagery of the puzzles, and the devious trickery he designs into most of our puzzles, such as false borders and false corners! Enjoy tranquil solitude or togetherness with family and friends as you discover the nuances of each new puzzle you choose for your collection! Zen Puzzles™ and Peapod Puzzles™ also make the perfect, unique, giftable keepsake! As both a profit and a mission driven company, Zen Art uses eco-friendly materials, collaborates with non-profits, and donates a portion of profits to social and ecological causes. -
All birds, critters, dogs, and cats of Yardbirds are hand-crafted in Kentucky. They are made from scraps, seconds, overruns and discontinued auto, bicycle and garden parts. Yardbirds promises to maintain their tradition of consistently creating exciting new designs. It’s pretty simple: Yardbirds are just about happiness. -
John and Linda have been using the traditional methods of metalsmithing since the early 1970's to present their own interpretations of objects of adornment. They are inspired by their cumulative life journeys and the artisans that have preceded them. The metals of the studio are vast and include red brass, nickel silver, bronze, copper, fine silver and sterling silver. The final pieces often include polymer clay, semi-precious stones, leather cords, and chains and become magical adornments that are treasured by their owners. -
White Light’s hand-crafted Sea glass jewelry blends ordinary recycling bin and vintage antique glass and mimics nature's process to create a unique environmental aesthetic. Each piece uses the extraordinary qualities inherent in the glass source to enhance the design, creating styles that are individual and distinctive. These creations satisfy today's consumers desire for beauty and the urge to help the environment. -
Handmade in Canada, produced with layered slabs folded, sculptured and twisted to achieve a fluid vitrified form. Each piece is then hand painted using colorful, metallic oxidized glazes. Food, microwave, and dishwasher safe.- Size: 11” x 11”x 2”
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Kim has always loved to draw so the fine detailing required in carving was just right for him. He has been a full time scrimshaw artist for 40 years. Once he purchases fossils from the Native American Indians in Alaska, he works around cracks, fissures and chunks of bark as he slices, polishes and engraves them. Thus a fossilized mastodon or mammoth develops a story of its own---designed and carved by Kim and reproduced by his wife, Katherine in a sculptural casting resin base. Kim creates a wide variety of designs including trees, nature, wildlife, women/fairies, nautical, Judaica, celestial...and the list goes on! Each engraving is also available as a standalone jewelry piece. Engravings are available as wearables, money clips and as framed and matted images. -
Tom’s inspirations include: organic shapes in the New England countryside, the ocean in its fluid changing forms, and the music and dance that fill his life outside the jewelry studio and reminds him of the proportion, balance, movement and grace he strives for in his jewelry designs. His design process incorporates a lifelong exploration of linear forms in space, and attention to the interplay of aesthetics and the fabrication process (if it’s too complicated to make, it’s probably not a good design!). -
Three Crow Glass is an artisanal glass studio located in the heart of the Old Quebec. The studio is owned, managed and operated by Christina Mayr and Jeff Ferrier; two glassblowers with over 20 years of experience in the craft. Despite its current location and visibility, Three Crow Glass had its inception in an unlikely place. In 2002, Jeff and Christina opened their first mutual glass blowing studio in the town of Saint-Ignace-du-Lac. A place known for two things: being isolated and historically flooded. The couple worked relentlessly. Every day, three crows, perched on the closest branch, would observe their toil with a sarcastic detachment. Before long, the glassblowers decided that one day, those three idlers would work for them. It took 8 years of labour for the young enterprise to finally move out of seclusion to Saint Charles close to Quebec City. Simultaneously, Jeff and Christina were able to open a boutique in the Old Quebec to sell their works in retail for the first time. The boutique grew for 6 years in the Petit Champlain district before moving right next to City Hall in 2016. Today, Three Crow Glass is a must-see feature of the historic center of Quebec City. Visitors are invited to witness how Jeff and Christina create glass art following traditional methods. Every day, they are helped by talented assistants and a friendly sales staff in the transmission of their passion for glass craft. -
Terry Acker has been working as an artist for over 20 years. She creates functional pottery and large sculptural vases and bowls made from high-fire white stoneware clay. Unique pieces are made for both everyday use as well as gifts for special occasions. Each product has a touch of humbleness, nature, and joy. -
The ladies of Tempest in a Teapot search the New Jersey/Pennsylvania flea markets and auctions for vintage silver plate flatware that is 60 -120 years old. These found pieces of Americana become glorified, recycled history. Creatively they “re-purpose” their finds crafting unique bracelets with easy to wear magnetic clasps. Another favorite from Tempest is their Angel Bell necklace……. The fact that silver plated flatware is no longer produced in the USA results in an artistic, wearable piece of history! An ideal gift for the person who has everything. -
Sunblossom Solar Gifts is an award winner. Designated as one of Michigan's "Best and Brightest Sustainable Companies" (2010-2017), it continues to innovate and produce undeniably unique solar powered products. With chiming and movement, the outdoors is brought inside. No wind. No batteries to replace. No fans or electricity. -
The creator behind all this whimsy is Rebecca Grills a resident of Mystic, CT. Rebecca's first business launched a frozen pizza —"Mystic Pizza"—to supermarkets up and down the east coast. After selling the business in 2001, Rebecca turned her stained glass hobby into her dream business. Armed with an MBA from the University of Connecticut, a creative passion for all things colorful, and a vision of fun, Rebecca and Summer Glass are brightening homes and businesses nationwide. In the summer of 2003, Summer Glass opened a renovated studio just a stones throw away from the Mystic River. The structure dates back 100 years, but is now functioning in the 21st century! -
Hand crafted by Glenn Sullo of Pennsylvania.Each Memory Box is designed specific to an invitation, photo or other printed memonto which is preserved between two layers of glass. You choose the glass and the handmade paper which will line the inside of the box. Artisan's staff can help with these design decisions. When the box is opened, the back of the lid will house a mirror which can be replaced with a photo, reception card or momento of your choice. The finished piece becomes a wonderful place to store special photos and keepsakes. A one-of-kind gift that will always be treasured.$145 includes personalization and shipping.Allow 6 weeks for delivery. -
Studio M is as passionate about quality as they are about innovation. They strive to create truly distinctive products while holding themselves to a higher standard than others in the industry. They take pride in their work, and together strive to be remarkable—using innovation to make good products great. Each product created starts with a unique piece of artwork—a sketch, painting, or graphic illustration … a mosaic, collage, or piece of wood that’s been burned and painted. Together with talented artists from around the world, Studio M strives to create remarkable products that inspire creativity and personal expression. Art fuels everything they do. -
For decades STICKS has been creating unique functional art for the home. Each piece is individually crafted, hand carved and hand painted. No two are ever alike. SINCERELY STICKS is created by pulling a high resolution photograph of the image from a handmade original. An in house ink printing process brings the image onto a wooden structure. It is finished with several coats of the same polyurethane that is used on an original. The end result has visible paint strokes and wood grain, a work of art to be treasured for years sure to become a family heirloom. -
Steve has been making unique and decorative functional pottery for 24 years. He uses a variety of airbrush, resist and glazing techniques to achieve his Rising Moon Pattern which depicts the moon rising over the North Carolina mountains he calls home. The pottery is safe for the microwave, oven, dishwasher and it is lead free. -
Beth Berggren graduated with a degree in art and taught at the elementary and secondary levels for a while. Then she went to work for art materials manufacturers. After working in sales and marketing, she decided to try self-employment, and began making luminaries. Starrylights have evolved over the years and have become a best seller. Beth is always working on new designs to keep the collection fresh, and because she is an artist, people are charmed by the luminaries, and the price point causes no hesitation. -
Starry Lights are handmade works of Beth Berggren. A handcrafted product from Beth’s collections makes a unique and thoughtful gift for any occasion from birthdays and graduations, to wedding favors. Products include hand etched and hand painted terra cotta tea candle luminaries. -
St Clair Designs is a small company located in Woodland Park, CO (West of Colorado Springs). All of their beautiful bags are made by the owner, Megan, and a handful of home sewers in her little mountain town. The endless variety of fabrics, incorporating vast amounts of different patterns, colors, and textures all pieced together with an artistic eye, is what sets St Clair Designs’ products apart. Megan finds her fabrics from a variety of different places, including online companies, retail fabric stores (when they have good sales) and from several interior design manufactures who send along their “left-overs”. The more different incorporated into a pattern the better! Each pattern goes through a process of “testing” during the design process, to include alterations like adding a pocket here or there, changing a regular strap to an adjustable one, and so on. Each design is also given a name, often named after the woman who inspired the design, or after an important person in Megan’s life! -
Cheerful, colorful and inspirational, each blown glass hummingbird is one of a kind, no two are alike. Hang in a window and watch the beautiful colors come to life. Story card included...“In the face of a forest fire, all the animals stood and watched helplessly. Only the small hummingbird took action, taking a few drops of water in his beak, flying over and dropping them onto the flames repeatedly. When they asked what he hoped to accomplish with such a small gesture, the Hummingbird replied: ‘I am doing my share.’”. Hang it in a window and watch the beautiful colors come to life.- Size: Length: 4” Width: 3.75” Height: 5”
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Solmate Socks was started in the year 2000 by Marianne Wakerlin with the simple idea that “Life’s too short for matching socks.” As a lifelong textile artist with a wonderful eye for design and keen instinct for business, she knew there was a market for beautifully crafted, mismatched socks made right here in America. Solmate Socks' product line also expanded to include hats, mittens, and scarves in addition to mismatched, colorful socks. Passionate about color, pattern, and quality, they draw inspiration from the exquisite natural beauty that surrounds them in the Pacific Northwest. -
Silver Forest jewelry is enchanting, playful, full of color and texture. They believe that the difference is in the details. Their jewelry is made using quality materials and lovingly handcrafted in Southern Vermont. The ear wires are surgical steel or surgical steel with an 18k gold overlay. The ear wires are nickel-free; as there is no nickel used in the plating process. This is a significant benefit to the metal sensitive customers who can buy earrings with confidence. They use genuine semi-precious stones, glass beads, natural materials, and genuine Austrian Crystal to accent our jewelry. -
Sierra Jewelry is created in the studio of Sonoma Art Works, located in Sonoma Valley amidst the vineyards of northern California’s wine country. The jewelry is designed by the artist Cheryl Sirkus whose creations begin on her sketch pad and are transformed into the precious metals that are used. The majority of the original designs have been hand cast in sterling silver and 14k gold vermeil. They capture the feeling of elegance and femininity in a very understated way. The semiprecious gemstones and pearls enhance their subtle and natural beauty. -
BRING A LITTLE BIT OF NATURE INDOORS Oh, if this stone could talk... "I was born from magma in the center of the world, millions of years ago. I've traveled thousands of miles through the shifting earth to what would become New England. I've been deep underground, deep underwater, and high on a hill. I've been splintered by glaciers, baked in the sun, and rolled and dashed relentlessly by the mighty Atlantic. My epic journey ended when I was carefully chosen from gazillions of neighbors based on my coloring and shape, for an inventive role in your home. Life is easier now, and sweet... So when you touch me, I will touch you back and tell you my story." Special thanks to the sea stone artists for sharing this marvelous story! DON'T MISS THE BOOZE CUBES ideal for the whiskey, bourbon drinkers to prevent diluting. -
Schlabaugh and Sons has been handcrafting clocks and other creative wood products since 1981. Their studio is located in Kalona, Iowa, the heart of Amish country. -
Earrings are crafted with metal, glass and crystal beads, then completed with gold-filled or sterling ear wires. The resulting jewelry is not only unique and colorful, but also lightweight and comfortable to wear. -
The proud American artisans of Salusa Glassworks ply their ancient craft in the scenic town of Prescott-- Arizona's "Christmas City." No two pieces are exactly alike! Displayed in a cheery window, perched on a shelf of hung on a holiday tree, your Salusa creation is sure to delight year-round. Gentle rinsing in plain water is the best way to maintain its unique beauty. -
Renaissance Jewelry is handcrafted in their studio just outside Asheville, North Carolina. The glass is fired in a kiln to over 1400 degrees in several layers. Each color combination is unique, so no two pieces are ever exactly alike. -
Ray's Pottery has a goal: to enhance the celebration of daily life and enrich its simple joys. They strive to create an intimate connection between human hands when using pots, a shared moment that often seems increasingly absent in one's life. All of the pottery produced by Ray's Pottery is handmade. It is either thrown on a potters' wheel, slab built or extruded. It is then fired in a kiln, which uses propane for fuel, to 2350 degrees Fahrenheit. Ray's Pottery is thankful to have a great team of jewelers and employees to work with, as well as the support of their customers over the 3 decades in the business. -
“Life is too short for matching socks.” Eco-friendly, crafted with recycled materials and made in America. They make each sock a work of art- colorful, whimsical and exceptional quality. 62% recycled cotton, 22% recycled polyester, 15% nylon, 1% lycra. Machine wash gentle. Dry on cool. No bleach. -
Handcrafted in Virginia from weather-resistant components, made to be enjoyed year-round. Gorgeous wind chimes that respond to the slightest breeze produce beautiful, uplifting melodies with every movement. Each tube is hand-tuned to ensure that the chime produces a balanced scale which is soothing and pleasant to listen to.
120 East Street, Route 10, Plainville, CT 06062 860.747.4121 Store Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday 10-5, Friday 11-6, Saturday 10-5.
