Where To Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

Summer Splendor On the Lake and River

Wet Felted Painting of a River Marsh by HuzzahHandmade

This weekend, three of our members will be enjoying the summer breezes near the water. Hester, of Hester's Studio, will be venturing up to the lovely city of Hudson to take part in their first Annual Hudson Summerfest, in Henry Hudson Riverfront Park on Saturday. Not only will there be a crafts tent, but music, food, local authors and much more.

Ceramic Serving Tray with Leather Handles by Hester's Studio

Down-river a bit, you'll find Sue, of Digilio Designs, in a equally idyllic location at Garrison Landing on the Hudson for the Garrison Riverside Art and Craft Fair. This show is in its 48th year and runs both Saturday and Sunday. 

Owl Soft Sculpture by Digilio Designs

Finally, if lakes are more to your liking, then Cooperstown might be your ideal destination. Kathryn, of HuzzahHandmade, will be participating in Art by the Lake, sponsored by the Fennimore Museum, on their expansive front lawn on Ostego Lake in historic Cooperstown NY. This show will be on Saturday, and features many fine artists, great food, music and local craft brews. 

Please join our members for a delightful weekend celebration of summer in all it's splendor.

 

Grins, Gags and Gifting.....Love is in the air

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

that "hard to please" person in your life,

 such as:

THE LOVING WIFE

Sterling Silver bracelet from OmniSilver

Swarovski Dangle Earrings by OmniSilver

                                                Scandinavian Folk Art Bird & Heart by HarpandThistle

THE DOGGIE MOM

Mini Terrier with Heart necklace from Hoshika

Valentine Love Harness Vest by Lollypups

THE NEW BABY 

Baby knit heart hat by UniqueKnitDesign

Personalized Nursery Wall letters in felt by QuaterLifeLuck

Lion Plushie by Kokma

THE NEWLYWED

Custom Hand Cut Wedding Silhouette by SilhouettesByElle

Valentine winged heart by HarpandThistle

Handcrafted wooden Wedding Decor by JDRwoodworks

Where To Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

Gone Rustic

 

Cafe Sour Beer Soap by Beyond the Picket Fence

 Two of our busy makers will be featured at events this weekend. On Saturday, Gwen from Beyond The Picket Fence, will be back at the Middletown BID Farmers' Market with her selection of hand crafted, natural and sustainable bath and body products for women and men. Why not try one of her unique soaps crafted from some of the best local beers?

Modern Hippie Bath and Body Oil by Beyond the Picket Fence

 This Sunday Hester, of Hester's Studio , will return to Sullivan County and The Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods, with more of her collection of hand-built ceramics. This Sunday's Festival theme is Rustic for the Home. Hester, from Ulster County, creates figurative ceramics and home decor. 

Pocket Jar with Bird by Hester's Studio

Baquette Board by Hester's Studio

Here is a bit of insight into her world: "Nature surrounds me in the Hudson Valley and has heavily influenced my work. I draw inspiration from the shapes, colors, and textures inherent to the landscape, and strive to create simple pieces for everyday use with the desire to express the beauty with utility. Each piece is handbuilt with slab construction, using a strong white stoneware clay. I give much attention to the layering of textures, creating asymmetrical compositions. My functional pieces utilize images inspired by different elements of daily life; landscapes, textiles, foliage, food, flora and fauna. " 

  

Where To Find Makers-on-Hudson This Weekend

Let's Meet Down by the Riverside

Luna Moth statement pendant by Digilio Designs

You'd be hard-pressed to find a more picturesque, bucolic setting in our valley then the riverfront landing park in Garrison, N.Y. This Saturday and Sunday, you'll be able to enjoy the lovely setting and have the opportunity to shop and meet over 80 fine artists and craftspeople at the 47th Annual Garrison Fine Crafts Fair. Our members, Kathryn, of Huzzah! Unique, Handmade Wearables, and Sue, of Digilio Designs, will both be there. Sue brings a varied selection of note cards, art prints, pendants and her original art.

Nuno Felted Shawl on Silk Gauze by HuzzahHandmade

Kathryn will bring her nuno felted accessories and a selection of luxury hand knits. So, choose your method of transportation: auto, train, or even boat and come on down to the river for a great weekend of shopping in a lovely, intimate setting.