Where To Find Makers on Hudson This Weekend

Ladies and Gentlemen, Come One, Come All

Leather Goblin Mask by Dara Gallery

To The New York Capitol District Renaissance Festival.  The apple orchards and strawberry fields of Altamont Farms have once again been transformed into The Royal Village of Appleton for your pleasure. Knights, ladies, minstrals, and probably a few rogues as well, populate the village. Upon entering, you'll enjoy games, food, and of course vendors of all sorts of wondrous goods.

Purple, Paisley Masquerade Mask by Dara Gallery

Who better to represent Makers on Hudson at this event then our own Dara, of Dara Gallery? She brings her array of beautiful handmade masks, eye patches and hair accessories that are just what you require to complete your period attire, or embellish that unique outfit. The festival lasts the entire weekend, so choose the perfect day to enjoy time-traveling to a distant era to create you own fairy tale.

Where To Find Makers-on-Hudson This Weekend

From Farm to Gallery: Two Unique Events

Organic Full Leaf Tea Trio by BeauTea Studio

This weekend as the days lengthen and the warm breezes prevail, our makers will be participating in two diverse events. On Saturday, at the estate at Madava Farms, BeauTeaStudio will bring their glorious assortment of full leaf organic teas, hand-crafted botanical skincare, soy candles and vintage teaware to the HV Market at Crown Maple. Beau Tea's products are a delight for the senses, so stop by to indulge. 

Next stop, Catskill, N.Y. Two makers will be taking part in the Summer Salon. The opening reception is June 3rd from 5-7PM, but the Salon runs through July 22, so you'll have many opportunities to attend (or return) until then. 

Included in the show are the exquisite masks by Dara, of Dara Gallery. Each mask is completely designed and handmade by the artist.

Hummingbird Mask by Dara Gallery

 Also included in the Summer Salon is Kathryn of HuzzahHandmade. Several of her wet felted pieces will be on display. The Center is right on the main street of this quaint village and there's lots to do and places to eat. Why not make a day of it, and stop by the opening in the evening? 

Scottish Cottage on the Moor by HuzzahHandmade

Where To Find Makers-On-Hudson This Weekend

 Make Haste While the Sun Shines

Couples matching peacock green masks by Daragallery

Makers-on-Hudson will be enjoying the beautiful weather at two very different events this weekend. If you love The Renaissance era, then hasten thee to Altamont, N.Y. near Albany, on Saturday and Sunday for the NY Capitol District Renaissance Festival . There you can partake in all the festivities, and also meet Dara, from Dara Gallery, purveyor of beautiful, handmade masks and accessories. Dara uses both paper mache and leather to create her gorgeous masks, eye patches and hair accessories for men and women

Tea Lovers Gift Set by BeauTeaStudio

While you are "hastening," don't forget to meander over to Dover Plains, in Dutchess County, on Saturday only, to visit Jules and Olya of  Beau Tea Studio at the Crown Maple/Organic Hudson Valley Food and Arts Festival . Their tea shop and apothecary features organic teas, body products and lovely vintage tea cups. Perfect gifts for anyone.  We're sure you will enjoy these two unique events and meeting two of our talented makers in person. 

Where To Find The Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend

Happy almost weekend!
Why not head down to NYC for a little city trip this weekend? Make sure to stop by my old haunt Fort Tryon Park in the Washington Heights neighborhood for the Medieval Festival of Fort Tryon Park. Our very own Dara Gallery will be there selling her gorgeous masks. It's all happening this Sunday, September 28, from 11:30AM-6PM.

Dara Gallery

Dara Gallery

Dara Gallery

And don't forget to visit The Cloisters while you're enjoying this underrated part of Manhattan...

Happy shopping!

January New Members

It's a new year and the Hudson Valley Etsy Team has some wonderful new members. I hope you'll enjoy them and give everyone a warm welcome!

The Aerialist - Surreal Conceptual Fine Art Photography Print by Jen Kiaba Photography

Jen Kiaba is a photographer based in Rhinebeck, NY.  She offers some wonderful, surreal, dark, and creative photographic art.  They're all gorgeous, and I'm sure would look great  on your wall! (It would on mine, at least.) Welcome to the team.

Hand Dyed Sock Yarn, Superwash Merino Wool and Nylon: Meteorite by RiptideeDyeWorks

Dario Cavaliere of  RiptideeDyeWorks colors his yarns in Scarsdale, NY.  His shop is filled to the brim with lovely, hand-dyed yarns in a nice array of colors.  I wish I knew how to knit so I'd have a reason to get them! Happy to have you.

necklace, Jasper, Lariat, Drop, Floral, Red by SimoneSutcliffe

Simone Sutcliffe creates her work in Kingston, NY.  She specializes in wonderful tribal style jewelry using vintage materials.  Her creations are sure to make a statement wherever you go!  Hope you like it here.

Antique hexagono Portuguese Ceramic mosaic Tile Scrabble Pendant by TarryTiles

TarryTiles are made in Tarrytown, NY and all are super cute!  Their family-run shop is just chock-full of these small, ceramic tiles with everything from photographs and saying to illustrations, with tons of different themes to choose from.  Glad to have you!

Royal Blue Brocade Bird Masquerade Mask with Diamonds and Pearls by DaraGallery

Last but certainly not least is Dara T of DaraGallery who is based in Shandaken, NY.  Masks (and a handfuls of other items) fill her shop pages.  They're elegantly decorated with lush fabrics, beads, and even some metals.  They just ooze fantasy and would fit in the most elegant masquerade party.  Welcome!

So there you have our first batch of new members for the year! Check them out, give them a warm welcome, and maybe pick up something for your sweetie.  Remember Valentine's Day is coming!

Enjoy,

Amber