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.

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

 
 

Where To Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

Pop Ups and Pooches

 

As we celebrate Columbus Day with a long weekend, our makers will be featured at two unique events. First, on Saturday, from 10 - 4, you will find three of us on Main Street in Beacon, N.Y. during the Second Saturday festivities at the Mid Hudson Etsy Makers' Pop Up Market. The event is being held at the Howland Cultural Center .

  

"Rita Bone" collectable doll, by Digilio Designs

Meet Sue, from Digilio Designs; Hester, from Hester's Studio and Kathryn from Huzzah! Unique, Handmade Wearables, along with many more local makers. It's a great opportunity to start your holiday shopping while supporting local artisans.

Nuno Felted Capelet by HuzzahHandmade

Tray with Leather Handles by Hester's Studio

On Sunday, JoAnn from LollyPups Designer Petwear, will be a featured vendor at an event in support of animal rescue. There are lots of fun activities scheduled at the Hounds on the Sound Walk-a-thon and Festival. JoAnn will be bringing her adorable line of designer pet wear along with other fun accessories. So load the pooches into the car and come on down to have fun and support local animal rescue.

 

Trixie Treat Harness and Leash Set by Lollypups

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

The Catskills Are Calling

 

 

Salad Bowl with Lavender Imprint by Hester's Studio

 

 

 

 

This Sunday two of our makers are heading to White Lake N.Y. in the beautiful Catskills and to the site of the original Woodstock Festival to kick off the opening weekend of The Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods.  The Hudson River Exchange is co-sponsoring the event and will have their own "Outpost" tent featuring a juried selection of artisans, making opening day even more special. Hester, of Hester's Studio, will bring her hand-built figurative ceramics and home decor. Kathryn, of Huzzah! Unique, Handmade Wearables, brings a large selection of her luxury hand knits and felted accessories

Upcycled Felted Wool Bag by Huzzah Handmade

The Harvest Festival features two artisans' craft tents, two farmers' market tents, a stage with music all day, food and many other activities. It's all free, with a nominal $2. parking fee. So many great reasons to come "back to the garden" in the beautiful Catskills, meet our Makers and enjoy celebrating opening day!

 

Where To Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

Green Frog Notecards by Kmiotek Art Works

This weekend five of our members will be out enjoying the lovely late spring weather at three Hudson Valley events. On Main Street, Fishkill, N.Y.three members will be participating in a long-established show, The 23rd Annual Fine Art and Craft Fair.  Look for JoAnn of Lollypups Designer Pet Wear, Hester, of Hester's Studio, along with Paul, of Kmiotek Art Works. 

Cheeseboard and Markers by Hesters Studio

Boyfriend Jeans Pocket Vest by Lollypups Designer Petwear

Sue, of Digilio Designs, returns to the Country Living Fair 2016, at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck Friday through Sunday. 
 

June Birth Month Flower Rose by Digilio Designs

Sarah, of SOHandmade heads to Albany for the Art on Lark street fair, now in its 20th year. 

Unicorn Coin Purse by SOHandmade

So many options, so little time! Grab your sunglasses and head out for an adventure this weekend. 

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!

 

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

To Market on A Summer Evening 

 

Asymmetrical Vase by HestersStudio

Alas, Summer is winding down, but there's still plenty of time to explore the Hudson Valley, and Kingston offers an unusual opportunity, The Night Market, that takes place every third Friday through October. 

Hudson Valley Etsy's Hester from HestersStudio has been a regular at the market, and returns this week with her one of a kind, hand built ceramic work, so be sure to stop by to say hello, and bring home one of her unique pieces for your home.

 

Set of four cheese markers by Hester's Studio

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

"A true conservationist is a man who knows that the world is not given by his fathers, but borrowed from his children."  John J. Audubon

 

Tree of Life Nuno Felted Shawl by HuzzahHandmade

Thought-provoking words from one of the world's most beloved artists. Nature as inspiration links the work of our featured members this week. The weekend finds them in two beautiful areas of the Northeast that were very familiar to John J. Audubon: the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania and the upper Hudson Valley of New York. Kathryn, of HuzzahHandmade, will be at the 30th Annual Audubon Art and Craft Festival in Hawley PA. on Saturday and Sunday from 10 - 5. The festival features over 100 artists and craftspeople. 

Felt and Leather eReader case with embroidery by HuzzahHandmade

 

Two of our members will be in Kingston on Friday night, July 17, participating in the Kingston Night Market. Take a drive when the temperature cools down to visit Karen, of Karmabee to choose one of her delightful, doodle-based designs on items ranging from note cards to tee shirts.

 

Organic Cotton Onesie with Owl Trio by Karmabee

Penguin Note Cards by Karmabee

Also, back at the Night Market you'll find Hester of Hester's Studio. You can choose from her selection of beautiful nature-inspired ceramics for your home or garden.

Textured Pocket Vase by HestersStudio

Set of Three Herb Markers by HestersStudio

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

Drop Anchor at a River Town This Weekend

"Dancing" pocket vase

Ahoy all seekers of handmade! Set your sails and compasses for Peekskill, N.Y. this Saturday, June 6, 12 - 5 PM. Upon arrival, disembark at Embark Peekskill Open Studios and meet Hester from Hester's Studio.

Hester's hand-built, slab ceramics are heavily influenced by nature in the Hudson Valley. She also creates ceramic sculptures that explore human emotions, and because her work is built by hand, no two pieces are ever alike. 

Hand ceramic sculpture

Embark Peekskill Open Studios is hosting an event that includes Hester along with artists working in many other mediums. Drop anchor and check it out. 

Cheese board with markers

The Signs of Spring

The Signs of Spring

from the 

HudsonValley Etsy Team

Purple Butterfly Rug by Twisted Thread and Hook

Dancing Pocket Vase by Hester's Studio

Sweet Leigh Flower Earrings by Merry Alchemy

 

"The Sisters" by Digilio Designs

Jody - A Studio By The Sea

Where To Find The Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend

It's our last weekend of the year for craft fairs so come out this weekend and get your special one-of-a-kind and limited edition gifts (and why not treat yourself too?)

We are participating in 2 events this weekend.

If you're in New York City, or feel like a little trip down south for the gorgeous Holiday season, Cynla and John Met Betty will be at Handmade Cavalcade at the Chelsea Market this Saturday and Sunday, December 13 and 14, from 10AM-8PM.

Cynla

Cynla

John Met Betty

John Met Betty

As you've previously seen on this blog, our signature team event, the Howland Holiday Fair, will take place this Saturday, December 13, from 10AM-5PM at the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, NY. Among the team members selling at the event will be
Pulp Sushi
Hester's Studio
The Potpourri Room
For a full lineup check our previous posts part 1 and part 2.

Pulp Sushi

Pulp Sushi

Hester's Studio

Hester's Studio

The Potpourri Room

The Potpourri Room

Happy shopping and Happy handmade Holidays!