Whether it is an accent pillow, vase, printed textile, decor piece or whatever, the Art Star Craft Bazaar is the place to find that perfect handmade addition to your home! Here are a few of our picks “for the home” to help you plan your shopping strategy.
1. Boutique Textiles Lauren Rossi’s small local company, Boutique Textiles, prints the most gorgeous, colorful patterns on tea towels, napkins, pillows, fabric yardage + more! Booth #25
2. Hannah’s Hannah Simmons is the lady behind this line of products all made from local, sustainably harvested cherry trees. Simmons, along with her father Jonathan, create everything from hair accessories to these very useful and aesthetically pleasing IPhone Stands. Booth #100
3. happydespina ltd Every home needs a chalkboard! Lucky for us, Chicago based artist, Despina Papadeas cuts them into cool shapes. Find everything from the United States, hot air balloons, instruments, to any adorable animal you could think of, and much more! Booth #27
4. jennyjen42 Baltimore based, Jennifer McBrien, draws birds with her sewing machine on fabric. The result is really beautiful! She also adds elements of felt applique, which adds a splash of color that contrasts nicely with the simple black stitching. Her line includes pillows, kitchen aid / sewing machine covers, pot holders and more! Booth #63
5. littlegreenthings Leah Boelman of littlegreenthings makes unique, reclaimed wood art pieces that she paints and also hand embroiders. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and her selection is huge, which makes it kinda hard to choose – there are so many good ones! She stitches up outlines of states, rvs, bikes, love notes, inspirational sayings, pretty much anything you could think of. Find the perfect piece to hang in your home! Booth #30
6. Nikkuu I love Melissa Moore’s line of wood planters! These are made from a variety of woods and cut into different geometric shapes. Some are painted with a pop of bright yellow or turquoise, while the wood is left to shine on others. These are great for air plants. Buy a bunch to set on your windowsill or coffee table. Booth #81
7. Peg and Awl Husband + Wife duo, Margaux + Walter Kent’s goods always begin as an item that they need for their own home and family. All their products are made from old things – reclaimed wood, antique gunsling leather, vintage zippers, etc, that are given new life in the form of housewares, accessories, jewelry and journals. This apothecary cabinet is made from reclaimed cypress and finished with milkpaint. Made to hang in your washroom to store all your toiletries. Booth #93
8. redraven studios Pittsburgh based artists, Amy Hamley, makes this gorgeous line of porcelain keepsakes. The home collection includes planters, jugs, good luck horseshoes, whiskey decanters, and more. The pure, white porcelain shines in each piece and is sometimes accompanied by a line of gold luster or a pop of color. Booth #78
9. Rider Dirt Work I am in love with local Philly ceramicist, Lauren Rider’s, line of henna inspired pottery. Each wheel thrown porcelain piece is glazed and food safe. Use as your everyday dishes or for display. Booth #84
10. Taylor Ceramics Art Star artist, Cara Taylor, is traveling from Easthampton, Massachusetts to sell her porcelain planters, vases, pots, and jewelry. The surfaces of her pieces are kept to a minimal so the simple, yet beautiful details in her forms, carvings and glazing can be appreciated. Delicate line work, hand formed ridges and beading adorn these stunning pieces. Booth #103
11. The 807 Faye Zimmerman of The 807 makes unique wood shelving for the home. Display your collections in an interesting way with her triangle, gem, arrow, and zig-zag shapes. She also makes fun, hand cut wood banners with phrases like “uhghhh” and “cheers bitches”. Booth #48
12. Trinity Framing Last, but certainly not least, our friends from Philadelphia’s premier custom framing shop will be selling their awesome ready made frames that they hand make from reclaimed wood. Bring all the prints you score at the show over to them and pick out the perfect frame. I also hear that they will be giving out coupons for custom framing with purchase. Booth #53
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