Where to Find Our Makers This Weekend

Our super busy Sarah Omura of

sohandmade 

Will be vending her lovely items at the Hudson River Exchange on the riverside in Hudson, NY

This Friday and Saturday.

hudson river exchange summer market

Go and peruse her gorgeous selection of Eco-friendly toys.

train-play-mat

 

birthday-crown 

I love this personalized birthday crown, what a sweet new baby gift!

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 Weekend

Castles, Vineyards and Parks

Field of Poppies Wearable Art Nuno Felted Shawl by HuzzahHandmade

That's where you'll find our makers this weekend. Our venues are as diverse as our products, and you'll have great opportunities to explore and discover them all if you plan accordingly.  The weekend starts on Friday evening with Kathryn of Huzzah Unique Handmade Wearables. She will be among the artists at the Canvas & Cocktails Show from 6 - 8PM at the Castle Hotel and Spa, Tarrytown, N.Y. The show is a collaboration between the Castle and RiverArts.

Essential Oil Handcrafted Soap by Beyond the Picket Fence

Saturday, travel just over the border from Orange County to Milton, N.Y. and you'll be delighted to find several of our members at Nostrano Vineyards for the Mid Hudson Marketplace Fall Festival . It's the perfect time of year to enjoy this beautiful part of our area. The vineyard is perched in the hills above the river. You'll find vendors in their beautiful, large barn as well as in the field surrounding it. Wander around and find Gwen from Beyond the Picket Fence, Hester of Hester's Studio, and Sarah from SO Handmade.

Bowl in Teal and White with Tree by Hester's Studio

Owl Embroidery Hoop Art by SOHandmade

Saturday will also find a member of our Makers' "pack," JoAnn from LollyPups Designer Petwear, in New Jersey enjoying the weather and the furry company for a good cause, the Bark in the Park . Stop by to support Liberty Humane and pick up the perfect accessory for your pooch. A chill is in the air, so it's definitely time for some new, snugly duds.

Winter Mittens Wool Plaid Harness Vest by Lollypups Designer Petwear

Where to Find Makers-on-Hudson This Weekend

We're Going to the Dogs

The "Pepper," hand crocheted alpaca sweater

After visiting the Tarrytown/Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market on Saturday, you will be able to dress your best friend very stylishly in a handmade accessory by JoAnn of Lollypups Designer Petwear.  JoAnn designs and hand crafts each of her dog accessories with love and style. You can find her at The Crafts Collective Patriots Park, Sleepy Hollow, N.Y.

"Boyfriend" Jean repurposed harness vest

Your fur babies will love you for it, and will strut their stuff in style.

"Posh Paisley" harness and leash set

 

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

 What's All the Hullabaloo About?

Black Boiled Wool Jacket, by meerwiibli

Well, let us clue you in to the situation. The Hudson Valley Hullabaloo takes place this weekend, both Saturday and Sunday, in Kingston at the Andy Murphy Midtown Center and many of our Hudson Valley Etsy makers will be there. 

 

Please visit Sarah-Maria from Meerwiibli for stylish, hand-sewn-with-love clothing created in the Catskills. 

 

Christmas Carol Ornament Collection by Harp&Thistle

 

You'll also find Erin of HarpandThistle with her beautiful and fanciful punch needle embroidery for your home and gift giving. 

 

Next, stop and say hello to Sarah, from SOhandmade. Sarah's handmade Christmas tree skirts, ornaments and children's items are perfect for all ages on your list

 

Handmade Crayon Holder by SOHandmade

  For stationery and paper goods head on over to see Cindy, of Cynla. Cindy's cards are all based on her original drawings.

Good Tidings, box of 8 cards by Cynla

 

Rounding out our group is Christina from Hudson Naturals. You will definitely need to find gifts to pamper the special people in your life this holiday season. Christina's products are all natural and handmade here in the Hudson Valley for both women and men.

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

Gunkhole Down the River From North To South with Hudson Valley Etsy

Shaving Soap from Hudson Naturals

"Gunkholing," is a quirky nautical term for meandering down a waterway, stopping here and there to explore or stock up on provisions. So, get into the adventurous spirit of gunkholing and pay a visit to two of our members this weekend. Christina, from Hudson Naturals will be in Albany at the Half Moon Market with her handmade bath and body products for women and men. Her logo features an image of the Half Moon, Henry Hudson's ship. Hudson cruised the river extensively, gunkholing all the way.

Owl and Moon punch needle embroidery by Harp and Thistle

Erin, from Harp and Thistle will be at the opposite end of the river at the Greenpointers Market . Sail on down to discover one of her delightful punch needle embroidery treasures for yourself or pick up a gift for someone special.

What's New In September

It's finally here! Our favorite time of the year.  Living in the Hudson Valley, we already know how extra beautiful it gets up here in the Fall.  Although it's going to be a wet one the next couple of days, cozy on up and check out what's new with our members shops. You can see a full list of all new items from the team here.  We have a lot to show you so make sure click the "Read more" link at the bottom.

Maple Leaves Felt Cup Sleeve from QuarterLifeLuck

Cinnamon Spice Soy Candles from Beau Tea Studio

Feather Charm Necklace From Pulp Sushi 

Fiber Art Scarf In Merino Wool from Elena Rosenberg

Harvest Moon Lunar Cycle Necklace from Incarnate Anew

Champagne Brocade and Leather Pirate Eye Patch from Dara Gallery

Flicker Flight Feather Watercolor Print In Frame from Katie Grove Studios

Small Bowl With Lavender Imprint from Hesters Studio

Hand Crochet Alpaca Sweater from Lollypups

Small Zipper Pouch From Hand J Star Creations