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HANDMADE MARKET
12 - 7 PM
Handmade Market, previously Art in the Heart of Hillsborough, will feature original, handmade work from 50+ local artists! This curated, community art show is taking place within the Weekend of Art, Friday & Saturday, April 29-30. After an evening of festivities for April's Last Friday & the Art Walk, Saturday will be jam-packed with art and fun!
Directly following the Eno River Farmers Market, you'll find artists, food & beverage, experience vendors, and live music on the lawn of River Park from 12-7 PM, Saturday, April 30!
At 4 PM, the town of Hillsborough will be transformed by the spectacle of creativity and fun that is this year's found object Handmade Parade! The parade will end back in River Park, meeting with Handmade Market, for end-of-parade celebrations and wind-down, just in time for one last round of perusing before dinner time.
FOOD & BEVERAGE:
EXPERIENCES:
Fairy hair, henna tattoos, and face painting by
Keep an eye out for, Katie Rebich, on stilts, heralding the start of Handmade Parade!
MUSIC:
HANDMADE PARADE:
START: 4 PM
Churton Street Route
Handmade Market will serve as the location for end-of-parade celebrations!
MEET THE 2022 ARTISTS!
Click for links to artist websites where available.
Kristen Douglas
My work consists primarily of acrylic paintings, and has been called expressionist and illustrative. I use bright colors and movement to create a sense of energy and excitement. I paint primarily on canvas, though I have also painted on tiles and on stones, and created mini-paintings for jewelry pendants. I enjoy painting backgrounds using fluid art techniques and chemical processes, and then painting what I "see" coming out of the background. I also use controlled fluid techniques to paint objects or animals, and then use brushwork to paint in the details.
Molly Cronenwett
I am a functional potter with a natural/minimalist decorating style. I make beautiful forms with an emphasis on functionality and elevating the aesthetic of forms for everyday use. I strive to make ceramic work that people will use and appreciate everyday--it is all food/microwave/oven/dishwasher safe. I have been teaching wheel-throwing at the Carrboro ArtsCenter for 10 years.
Brian Rosa
Whittled walking stick, magic wands and rustic wooden items; candle holders, benches.
Paula Baumann
Coils Twines And Knots Contemporary Baskets by Paula Baumann are created by coiling paper yarn and wire, twining with waxed linen on international themes, bias plaiting on acrylic painted rag paper, tie dyed linen or duck cloth and machine stitching with variegated thread on cord that is hand dyed using techniques to Shibori, stripes and ice-dyeing. Baskets and bowls vary in size and shape to enable uses from planters to bright home decor accents.
Ali Givens
I work with fabric and paint to create portraits of spaces. I discovered quilting in North Carolina almost two decades ago. It has been meaningful to be part of an artistic tradition built on community; hands working together to create. It is through the support of community that I have found my own artistic voice.
Ali Givens is Handmade Market's Program Chair and on the Board for the Hillsborough Arts Council.
Ali Givens is Handmade Market's Program Chair and on the Board for the Hillsborough Arts Council.
Tracy Levy
Welcome to Frickery Frackery Pottery by Tracy. I create functional and mindfully made pottery on and off the wheel, inspired by thoughts that swirl around in my head. Working with clay feels therapeutic, nourishing and has given me a great outlet for my creativity.
My work has evolved and uses a variety of techniques. Mishima a surface design technique drawing original artwork and utilizing layers of stains and glazes to add textural effects on each piece.
I graduated from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia PA and have been working in New Jersey/New York City as a Graphic Designer until moving to NC 2 years ago.
My work has evolved and uses a variety of techniques. Mishima a surface design technique drawing original artwork and utilizing layers of stains and glazes to add textural effects on each piece.
I graduated from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia PA and have been working in New Jersey/New York City as a Graphic Designer until moving to NC 2 years ago.
Brian Merganthaler
Metal folk art.
Marga de Bruijn
Wall and bed quilts consisting of basic shapes (line, square, triangle, diamond) resulting in a contemporary piece incorporating light, creating depth and dimension beyond what form can provide.
Crawford Horne
I make functional stoneware pottery intended for everyday use in the home, most of it fired in my self designed and constructed wood fueled kiln outside my home studio here in Hillsborough.
Carrie Stewart
I specialize in custom, high-quality, practical upcycling – turning what you won’t use into what you will. My work also promotes sustainability; every element I can reuse is one less thing in a landfill.
I love infusing new spirit into forgotten, imperfect, discarded, neglected, or obsolete things by re-envisioning them – perhaps repurposing – and turning them into unique, functional art. Each creation then gets a second chance with someone who values what it has become, while paying homage to what it was – and when it was.
What I enjoy most is helping folks to appreciate what they already own. In consultation with clients, we work together to re-imagine belongings, then restore or transform them, making something beautiful and useful. From an old TV armoire (which became a sophisticated bar cabinet) to a 40-year-old wedding dress in the attic (the lace of which was fashioned into a pendant) to the novel memorialization of a woodworker’s first-ever saw blade (which became the key feature in a *very safe* side-table) . . . the possibilities for renewing or reinventing what’s already yours and giving new purpose to sentimental possessions are endless.
I love infusing new spirit into forgotten, imperfect, discarded, neglected, or obsolete things by re-envisioning them – perhaps repurposing – and turning them into unique, functional art. Each creation then gets a second chance with someone who values what it has become, while paying homage to what it was – and when it was.
What I enjoy most is helping folks to appreciate what they already own. In consultation with clients, we work together to re-imagine belongings, then restore or transform them, making something beautiful and useful. From an old TV armoire (which became a sophisticated bar cabinet) to a 40-year-old wedding dress in the attic (the lace of which was fashioned into a pendant) to the novel memorialization of a woodworker’s first-ever saw blade (which became the key feature in a *very safe* side-table) . . . the possibilities for renewing or reinventing what’s already yours and giving new purpose to sentimental possessions are endless.
Kathryn Mathias
Chainmaille jewelry, hand-cut gemstone jewelry, fine silver jewelry, Tiffany style stained glass, soy wax candles in alcohol ink painted container.
Kimberly Papanicolaou
I create Angels accompanied by stories written by myself. The basis of my angels are a picket/spindle from old staircases, porches, chairs or wherever I can find them. Everything I use to create my angels is repurposed from architectural salvage, one of a kind objects discovered from junkyards, thrift stores or someone else's tossed items. My pieces are well constructed with screws, nails as joining elements with the intentions that they will be enjoyed for years to come. I create my Soul Pickets with lots of love. I do every step of the process myself whether it be the gathering of the materials, cutting the materials with my favorite saws and tools passed down from my father, who was a sort of "Outsider Artist" late in his life, painting, wiring, or whatever is needed to create a specific angel. Each piece I create is one of a kind. I am heavily influenced by my surroundings, travels and fascination with what we as a society toss out, considering it to have minimal value anymore. My aim is to tell a story and engage people to look at things differently. I have been creating the angels since 2014. I add that I am deaf but with a cochlear implant, only to allow you to understand that world is so focused on the visual and noticing the small things in life, my angels tend to reflect the emotions I feel as I gather the items. My aim is to create things that are intriguing and challenge the people that see them to look at them closely to see that there can be lots of joy and beauty found in the things we throw away without a thought. The thing I love the most about creating Soul Pickets is getting to meet and talk with my clients at the various art shows or talks that I have given.
Lisa Murad
Lavender grower and artisan of aromatherapy handcrafted gifts and artifacts made from organic essential oils and botanicals and natural ingredients (many locally sourced) including scented and unscented organic cold process soaps and salt bars; aromatherapy pillows and sleep masks filled with organic lavender and flaxseed for hot and cold soothing relief; ornately handwoven lavender wands and handcrafted laundry and wardrobe sachets filled with organic lavender grown here in Cedar Grove.
Janet Dumont
Captivating freestanding thick hardwood jigsaw puzzles suitable as display or play for ages 3 to 103!
Shaerie Mead
Natural fiber and organic clothing designed, sewn and hand-dyed in Hillsborough, NC. IONA focuses on fit and vibrant color to make apparel that is effortless and joyful - a treat for all the senses. Mix and match our solids with the custom colors we create based on nature's own hues.
Katy Petrisin
My work is primarily functional ceramic wares: mugs, bowls, planters, vases and the like! I use modern shapes and clean lines, adding playful patterns and whimsical touches.
Marion Seaman
Handmade glass items including windchimes, candle holders, suncatchers, garden animals, garden stakes, ornaments, trays, bowls, vases, soap dishes, jewelry, framed art and collectibles. Items are fused glass (in a kiln), stained glass and mosaic glass. All designs are original and generally available in a variety of colors.
Deb Barnett
I create hand-built functional and decorative pottery. As much as possible, sourcing North Carolina clay for her pieces. Through a combination of simple elegance, texture, shadow, and contrast, I transforms clay into usable forms. I have been working in clay over 15 years with an increasing focus on collaborating the use of stencils stamps and shapes. I challenge myself to produce pieces that can be used everyday or special occasions. The pieces can appeal at first glance and invite touch.
Elaine O'Neil
I am a textile collage artist. I will be selling embroidery kits predominantly with Ali Givens, selling her Ali Kits! We will also have some small original textile art for sale.
Kimberly Edwards
Beautiful flowers made from recycled materials.
Julie Hinson
My work in ceramics has lately been focusing creating serving sets, attempting to make dining at home more joyful and beautiful. I play with surface texture and glaze combinations to create exciting and unexpected results on everyday objects.
Debra Wuliger
The Harmonic Vibration series and the Miss Florence series explores the open ended emotional resonance of interlocking pattern and color. These patterns tap into a deep desire we have as humans for order and the joy that order and vibrant color brings.
Bethany Rice
Handmade, boho-inspired, home decor combining macrame and natural elements such as, driftwood, river rock and cruelty-free antlers.
Dick Snow
Blown glass ornaments, glasses, vases, bowls. I'm also a blacksmith so may have some small metal objects (keychains, etc.) if allowed.
Lynn Burcher
I make whimsical, nature-themed jewelry from hand-painted enamel, sculpted glass beads, and traditional metalwork. My interest in botanical illustration and print-making was pivotal in the development of my enameling style. For my imagery, I make silkscreens from my drawings to use for the outlines of the images and then hand paint the details using water color enamels and vintage china paints.
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