The first weekend in May is a very busy one for Makers-on-Hudson.

On Saturday and Sunday Sarah Omura of
SO HANDMADE
will be in Hudson, NY at
The Basilica Farm and Flea
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With her lovely selection of organic playmats, crowns, books and all sorts of sweetly designed items to keep your little ones occupied.

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I know that she created this for a young curious sewer, but I need one for my travel bag.



On Saturday Erica Everette of
Curious Vintage Shoppe
Will be in Croton-on-Hudson, NY at
The Mother's Day Artisan Fair
North East Etsy Artists

On Sunday this busy artisan will be in
Hastings-on-Hudson for the
Hastings Spring Thing

She has a beautiful line of jewelry created from vintage postage stamps. Earrings and pendants with gorgeous colors and interesting histories.

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Hester Thomas of
 HESTER' Studio
Will be in Beacon, NY at the
Self Made Market
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Hester has been very busy creating many new ceramics for this event.
Stop by her booth to choose from a wonderful selection of cheese trays, planters, pendants, mugs, bowls........


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Plenty to see and do this weekend in the beautiful Hudson River Valley.

Where To Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

Shop Small in a Big Way

 

Art Print on Wood by Digilio Designs

Depending on how you feel, either the dreaded Black Friday weekend, or the real beginning of the exciting holiday shopping season is now upon us. Fortunately, there are options, and our Makers will be out there for your shopping pleasure. Remember, it's Small Business Saturday, so it's a great opportunity to support local, artisan, handcrafted items. Here's just a small sample of the beautiful things you'll find:

Sue, of Digilio Designs, has a selection of her work at The Hudson Valley Artisan Market ,in Dutchess County, N.Y. at the beautiful Locust Grove Estate in Poughkeepsie. Also in Dutchess County, Kathryn of Huzzah! Unique Handmade Wearables, will be back at the Dutchess Community College Annual Craft Fair for another year. This show is in it's 45th year and features two large buildings full of handmade gifts for everyone. 

Hand knit, felted wool brimmed hat by HuzzahHandmade

Up in Columbia County, in the lovely city of Hudson, you'll find the Basilica Farm and Flea and there you'll find Sarah of SO Handmade, and Christina of Hudson Naturals, too. The very popular event runs both days on the weekend. 

 

Crayon Roll by SO Handmade

The Woods cedar and pine hand poured soy candle by Hudson Naturals

So, there's no need to get "malled." Alternatives abound. Enjoy!

Where to Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

Celebrate Spring, Celebrate Mom

Sunday, May 8th is Mother's Day this year. Our Makers will be out and about up and down the Hudson Valley with beautiful, handmade gifts moms will adore.

Birth Month Flower Beveled Glass Ornament by digiliodesigns

On Sunday, Sue from Digilio Designs and Patti of Get Glassy will be at the first Makers' Market of the year in Warwick, N.Y. You couldn't find a more perfect place to bring Mom for a bit of shopping and a bite to eat in beautiful downtown Warwick. 

One of a Kind Dichroic Fused Glass Pendant by getglassy

Travel up to Hudson on Saturday or Sunday and you'll find Sarah of So Handmade and  Christina of Hudson Naturals at the Basilica Farm and Flea

Lilac Soap by HudsonNaturals

Hummingbird Embroidered Hoop Art by SoHandmade

Our members offer only the finest quality handmade items that are sure to become Mom's favorites for years to come. You'll have two days to shop this weekend too! 

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

Shop Local, Shop Small, Enjoy!

 

Owl Soft Sculpture, by digiliodesigns

 This weekend ushers in the "official" holiday shopping season. Saturday has become known as "Small Business Saturday," and the movement has really taken off. So, if you'd rather not get "malled," then Hudson Valley Etsy has many alternatives to that "black" experience. We are all over this weekend and these events are just the thing to lift your spirits with an amazing array of handmade, locally sourced holiday gifts.

Sue, of  Digiliodesigns  will be at the 44 Annual Dutchess Community College Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday and Sunday. Sue is inspired by the beauty of the natural world when creating her prints, paper goods and original art. While you're there stop by to meet Kathryn, from HuzzahHandmade to discover some of her luxury hand knits and Nuno felted accessories for special people on your holiday list.

 

Bulky, Cabled Alpaca Cowl by HuzzahHandmade

 

Sue, Kathryn and Hester, from Hesters Studio  are also participating in Gifted, Hudson Valley, a sweet, little Pop-Up Shop right on the main street in Red Hook, N.Y., that opens this weekend and continues through Christmas. 

Also, if you are in the vicinity of Garrison, N.Y. you will also find a selection of Sue's items at The Desmond Fish Library Holiday Boutique

 

Oval Bird Ornament by Hester's Studio

 

Up in the city of Hudson, N.Y. at the Basilica Farm and Flea, Christina, from Hudson Naturals returns to this unique venue with her all-natural body products for both women and men.  

 

Rosemary Mint Soap by Hudson Naturals

For something a bit different, visit Erin, from Harp and Thistle at the On Trend Holiday Market  in Hadley, MA on Saturday. Erin's beautiful punch needle embroidery will charm anyone on your shopping list.

 

Black Capped Chickadee Punch Needle Embroidery by Harp and Thistle

 

And finally, Hudson Valley Etsy wishes you a very Happy Thanksgiving, and a joyous holiday season. We thank all of you for continuing to support handmade products and the artisans who live and work in your communities. Cheers!