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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. -
Hilborn Pottery Design, owned and operated by Rick and Nancy Hilborn, has been producing Canadian handmade pottery since 1975. Nancy’s creative and unique design style has enabled the studio to provide a distinctive brand of functional pottery that is well-known and respected across North America. Rick, referred to as the “Assistant Potter” by their three children, tackles the sales and business aspects of Hilborn Pottery. Lisa, their daughter, runs the production side of the studio. With the great help of a few exceptional employees, Hilborn Pottery continues to offer exceptional quality and design in its funky ceramic pots, that are food and drink safe as well as oven, microwave and dishwasher proof. -
Bryan Becker Clay Werks Inc. was established in 1983. It is a full service pottery studio and Gallery, housed in a 1928 dairy barn. Each bowl is hand thrown on the potter’s wheel by ceramic artist Bryan Becker. The clay used is called "high fire" stoneware. After a slight drying time, a special tool is used to inscribe a message around the rim of the bowl. Because every bowl is handcrafted, one at a time, names and dates can be added. The bowl is later trimmed of excess clay and signed by the artist. After its initial firing (bisque), the bowl is glazed with one of six custom colors, and fired to 2354 degrees F. This "high fire" process gives each piece its lasting durability, ready for food, dishwashers, microwaves and home ovens. It can also be enjoyed for years as a decorative keepsake. -
Bill Campbell has been a potter for over 30 years. Across the country, his porcelain is admired for its spectacular color and elegant, crisp forms... each piece maintaining some of the energy of its creator. The glazes dance with surprising vibrancy in unexpected patterns. Functional pots become little moments of celebration within the day to day routine. -
All items by All Fired Up are designed and made in their studio in Milton, Ontario. Their medium is earthenware (low-fire ceramic). They employ a number of different techniques in making, decorating and glazing products – hand painting, silk screening, slip-trailing, sponging, airbrushing, dipping, wax resist. Sometimes, they use multiple techniques on the same piece! -
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. -
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. -
Julie has been creating dichroic, glass jewelry for over 20 years. She inherited the love of glass from her mother. Julie began her glass career by selling her jewelry at shows, home parties, and then to stores and galleries. Then, in 2001, the glass jewelry became her full time business. She loves creating one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces. She also applies decals to the glass for a variety of patterns. Julie is thrilled to be able to focus on the craft that she loves, and to have a home business. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Kathy Bransfield began her craft in Cincinnati. At a young age she traveled the country honing her skills and selling her wares. She now resides in sun soaked California and continues to be inspired by life’s complex beauty and all its diversity. Kathy is delighted to be able to share history’s most brilliant visionaries with you giving each piece a distinct meaning. Meticulously crafted in her sterling silver and 22k gold, she cleverly uses the two tones and creates a piece that opens to the very special messages. We love that the on looker knows there is something written inside and the wearer can choose to share it or keep it as their own personal inspiration. Each finished piece embodies the essence Kathy’s unfaltering cheerful spirit. Wear these words close to your heart. -
Firefly’s intricately embellished mosaics are inset with a combination of Swarovski crystals and various other materials. Firefly presents stunning pieces of jewelry comprising Austrian crystals & Czech glass beads with an intricate mosaic design. -
For over 30 years, Marjorie Baer has been designing modern, sculptural jewelry that's beautiful, comfortable and wearable. In deep gold tones, bright polished silver, and rich oxidized metals, Marjorie Baer jewelry has a unique look. Her designs are elegant, architectural, bold, and distinctive with easy balance, dramatic movement, and light-weight layers. Her jewelry is a staple for women who value unique and eye-catching pieces that complement and enhance their own personal style. -
As a teenager, Jim Mullan became intrigued with old watches, vintage toys, and scientific instruments. In the process of taking things apart and putting them back together, he began pairing some of the old pieces with his favorite things found in nature, such as, bird, dragonfly and animal components to create one of a kind mixed media jewelry and assemblages. He enjoys combining natural materials such as, freshwater pearls and semi-precious stones, with found and recycled objects to give his designs a time worn, yet renewed feeling! -
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.
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