Grins, Gags and Gifting, Holiday edition

Adding a little humor mixed with gift ideas to eliminate some of the anxiety when shopping for 

that "hard to please" person in your life,

 such as:

THE FOODIE

Bell Shaped Cheese Board set by HestersStudio

Glass coasters by GetGlassy

Lavender Earl Grey Tea by BeauTeaStudio

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas sign by JDRwoodworks

Sushi zipper pouch by HandStarCreation

THE COOK

Hand turned wood salad bowl by RoosterStudios

Wooden Spice Bowl with Spoon by RoosterStudios

Tea Towel by wickedmint

Handmade wooden cutting board by Knotsinyourhead

Crochet Cotton Pot Scrubber dish cloths by GetTangled

The Manly Man

Handmade Burl Razor by Knotsinyourhead

Tesla cage light with bulb by OctoberDesignCompany

Leather Goblin Mask by DaraGallery

Wood desk clock by FranklynWoodworks

Men's sterling silver ring by BertoniJewelry

The Little Man 

PoDoh San plush monster by Kokma

Organic handmade playmat by SOhandmade1

Monkey Tee Shirt by Karmabee

Car nursery decor by QuarterLifeLuck

Blue Baby Knit hat by UniqueKnitDesign

Happy Holidays !!!

Where to Find Makers-On-Hudson This Week

"Spirited" and Spiritual Holiday Markets This Week

 

Wet Felted Wall Hanging by HuzzahHandmade

 We're posting early this week because our makers aren't waiting until the weekend to bring you a variety of holiday shopping opportunities.

Oval Floral Pendant Necklace by Digilio Designs

On Thursday, the 15th from 5-8 PM, two of our members will be enjoying the atmosphere at the Mid Hudson Etsy Makers Pop Up Market at The Egg, the new activities center at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y. Sue, of Digilio Designs, and Kathryn, of HuzzahHandmade, will be just two of a dozen artisans in attendance offering a wonderful variety of gifts for everyone on your list. Stop over for a quick bite, some shopping and relax by the floor to ceiling fireplace. 

New Year's Eve Surprise Ball Party Favor by Yvonne Laube Designs

On Saturday, the 17th Yvonne, of Yvonne Laube Designs, Hester, of Hester's Studio and Kathryn, of HuzzahHandmade, will be in Pine Plains, NY, at Dutch's Spirits Distillery at Harvest Homestead Farm, from 12-5PM. The distillery is on the grounds where the infamous gangster Dutch Schultz once ran his bootlegging operation during the Prohibition Era. Along with a fine selection of handmade goods, you'll be able to tour the distillery, enjoy a variety of specialty coffees, music, and taste some spirits that will raise your spirits!  Here are all the details: Pop Up Boutique at Dutch's Spirits.

Baquette Board by Hester's Studio

 

On Sunday, Jen, of Reflectjen, will be at the Hudson Valley Holistic Market in Wappingers Falls. The New Age style market will be crammed full and redesigned this year. Check out their huge line-up and go enjoy. 

Speed Limit Om Baby Onesie by Reflectjen Style

Finally, Makers-On-Hudson would like to thank all our followers and friends for their support throughout the year. You are the reason we are able to continue to create high quality, handmade products locally and grow our small businesses. Cheers for a happy holiday season and a bright and peaceful New Year.

2016 Makers on Hudson Holiday Gift Guide

Check out the 2016 Makers on Hudson Holiday Gift Guide! It features a keenly curated selection of gift ideas for everyone on your list. Each item is 100% made-in-Hudson-Valley-New-York. Ceramics, skincare, luxurious knits, unusual jewelry, and more, in every price range. Each purchase supports small independent businesses and artists in our area. Ready, set, go shopping!

2016 MAKERS-on-HUDSON HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

We are grateful to Yvonne Laube of Yvonne Laube Designs for putting this fantastic gift guide together!

Laser Cut Birch Plywood Sheep Ornament by Yvonne Laube Designs

Where to Find Makers-on-Hudson This Weekend

Round Bird Ornament by Hester's Studio

This weekend ushers in quite a variety of events for our busy team. First up: the Holiday Craft Show, at the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon. We coordinate this show, which features many of our makers, plus a few others from the area. It's Second Saturday in Beacon, so the festivities will be in full swing. You'll find Hester, of Hester's Studio with her beautiful, hand built ceramics and new member, Jen of Reflectjen Style. Stop by to meet all the team members who will be there.

Lotus Mantra Journal by Reflectjen Style

Owl Embroidery by SO Handmade

Sarah, of SOHandmade, has been super busy this holiday season. You'll find her in this weekend at the Holiday Shindy, in nearby Pittsfield, MA.

Christina, of Hudson Naturals, will be up in Maine for the Picnic Portland.

Lumberjack Soap by Hudson Naturals

JoAnne of Lollypups Designer Petwear, will be brunching and bringing her stylish pooch duds to The Celebrity Catwalk on Saturday.

Harness and Leash Set for Winter Holiday by Lollypups

Where To Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

A Festive Weekend with Makers-On-Hudson

Sterling Silver Dichroic Glass Pendant by GetGlassy

Our makers will be well represented this weekend in a variety of interesting events. Patti, of Get Glassy, is part of a show at The Howland Cultural Center in Beacon entitled Out Of The Fire. All work in this show was in some way formed by fire. You'll find Patti's fused glass jewelry and home decor items included. The show runs until the end of December.

Yvonne, of Yvonne Laube Designs, will be taking part in a holiday pop up at Poughkidsie on Sunday from 12-7PM. 

Deer Christmas Ornament by Yvonne Laube Designs

On Saturday Hester, of Hester's Studio, will be up in Sullivan County for the Holiday Market at Bethel Woods

Bell Shaped Cheese Board Set by Hester's Studio

On Sunday Sarah, of SO Handmade, will be in Saugerties for the Fiber Flame Holiday Fair

Penguin Christmas Tree Skirt by SOHandmade