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Sarah-Anne Inglis, Multicrafter

21/11/2017

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Sarah-Anne of Anchor & Wings creates skin care, bath & beard products as well as wood burned cutting boards, coasters and ornaments. What motivated her to start was "Wanting natural body products, but being unwilling to pay the high price associated with marketed 'natural' products, I started researching ingredients and trying combinations."
She has the most fun creating lip balms. "I like the lip balms. Most people use lip balm in winter, and I like to be able to provide a natural option that people enjoy, and options for flavours." When not creating, Sarah-Anne says she is "Researching something! I love learning new things. From stargazing to gardening to soaping... and pretty much anything."
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To occupy her mind while working, Sarah-Anne says, "I love to listen to music while mixing products and listening to something a bit more intellectual when labelling." Sarah-Anne says the most difficult part of the process is labelling. "Labelling, since all my labels are coloured by hand. I enjoy it, but it is really time consuming"

You can buy Sarah-Anne's creations from her Facebook page, or 30 Craft Market on December 9 at Sadleir House (751 George St. North),

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Kelly Smith, Aromatherapist

30/10/2017

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I make soy candles and melts in many scents and beautiful colours. I started making soy candles when I found out most candles are made of paraffin wax, which is made of petroleum oil. Many carcinogens in them and I hated the black smoke. Soy is chemical free, so it doesn't take away from the scent.
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I work full time at the hospital, so love my weekends to make my candles. I love listening to music while I create. The hardest part is setting the wicks. 
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You can meet Kelly at 30 Craft Market on December 9 at Sadleir House, 10:30 - 3:30.
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Leslie Cunnian, Toque Expert

30/10/2017

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"I knit toques! All are multi-coloured and most are one-of-a-kind. My mother got me started on the toques. She used to knit mitts for the "bag ladies" in Toronto and we got together and made "sets".

I then gave most of my toques away to either her or to the homeless shelters in Peterborough.
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The multi-coloured yarns surprise me almost every time as they tend to make their own patterns. I never know what the end result will be and find it rather exciting. I'm retired now, so spend my time watching TV [while] knitting [on the couch]. I knit almost every afternoon. I get my inspiration from all of the wonderful colours that are now available."
When asked what the most difficult part of the process is, Leslie says, "Some yarns that I use are a bit thick and have many strands, I have to be careful that I only pick up one strand when knitting." Despite this, "many of my toques turn out to be favourites."
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Most people enjoy the fact that my toques are well made, and enjoy the wealth of different colours. I only sell my toques at a few craft shows, the rest I give away to homeless shelters, or other places where they might be needed. I try to make each toque different from the others.
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You can meet Leslie at 30 Craft Market on Dec 2nd (90 Hunter St East) and Dec 9 (751 george St N)!
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Donna Boyle's Rock People

26/10/2017

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Donna Boyle creates rock people. "After a long-term partner passed I spent a lot of time on the lake shore balancing small rocks and came to love the balance/sensation of them." When not creating, Donna writes. The themes she pursues are love and intimacy. When creating her rock people, she works on her back porch in silence or while listening to the radio.
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She works only when inspired to, and derives her inspiration from within. Donna says the most difficult part of the process is "free-standing balance". "Free-standing balance - I free stand all of my pieces so that they balance themselves w/out any adhesive substance. Rock people are similar to the Inukshuks we find in the north and they always stand with balance only. Although that is easier to accomplish because the stones are usually squarish and very large I admire & respect that singular accomplishment. Regardless, if my guys are small and rounder, only after achieving balance do I apply the adhesive substance." She sells her creations at 30 Craft Market and the nursing home where her mother lives. 
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"Rocks are like people, they come in every shape & colour and are equal in the eyes of the universe."

You can meet Donna at 30 Craft Market on Dec 9 at Sadleir House (751 George St N) between 10:30 and 3:30.

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Andrea's Knitting Addiction

26/10/2017

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Andrea Sabo says, "I create many knitwear items from a pattern free perspective. 

Everything from mittens, toques, slouchy hats & headbands to sweaters, cowls, bow ties, blankets, wine bottle covers, art cards & yarn art - the list goes on and on. My nana taught me to knit when I was a little girl and over the years I had made myself, family & close friends mittens, toques & scarves which they enjoyed and appreciated. 

It wasn't until a few years ago, during the winter season, when I was looking to spend as much quiet indoor time as possible with our aging dog curled up beside me, that my small business was born. Before I knew it I had made several pairs of mittens & toques, and it was suggested I sell what I had made. From there I created my Facebook Page and started posting those very items for sale. Custom orders started coming in so I opened up my Etsy Shop and things have evolved from there."
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When asked what she has the most fun making, Andrea says, "It's hard to choose just one as I enjoy & have fun making everything that I do but to highlight one item it would have to be my YarnArt. There's just something amazing & different to me about painting a canvas and combining it with something I've knit or crocheted and hanging it on your wall."
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"When I'm not creating I'm thinking about creating & what my next project will be (even though I've always got several on the go). I also really enjoy baking & gardening and the simple things in life like spending time with family & friends. 

I work on my creations everywhere ! From the comfort of my own home, trips in the car (where I'm the passenger), or when I'm waiting at an appointment. I generally have a ball of yarn & a crochet hook or knitting needles with me."

To occupy her mind while working, Andrea has either the TV on or she works in silence. She also works regularly because she is inspired to do so. "Inspiration for me comes from colours in my day to day environment and sometimes it comes from the simple necessity of needing something useful." 
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For Andrea, the most difficult part of the process is maintaining all her social media sites. She also says, "My favourite piece of work would have to be the All In One Bed & Blanket For Pets that I designed & actually wrote the pattern for. Our cat Stanley sleeps in it regularily!"

"I really enjoy what I do and try to find new things to create using knitting and  crocheting as the main medium. I also find knitting and crocheting very therapeutic as I spend many hours commuting to work from Peterborough. It's an enjoyable way to (generally) end my day by sitting quietly knitting or crocheting. It really is an addiction this knitting/crocheting thing that I do! Just ask my husband - he can verify it for you!"

You can buy Andrea's creations from any of the following:
https://www.facebook.com/AndreasKnittingAddiction
https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/AndreaKnittingAddict
https://www.pinterest.com/andreasknitting
https://twitter.com/Knitting_Andrea
https://instagram.com/andreasknittingaddiction

You can also meet her at 30 Craft Market on December 2nd at Mark Street United Church.
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Krystal Daskewich, Home Decor Designer

23/10/2017

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"Sign Design does custom wood sign designs as well as other generic wooden signs. We make signs for every season as well as holidays. We also make lamps and solar lamps out of logs and beaver stumps. We basically work with wood and design many different decorations for inside and outside your home.

Sarah was the one that got myself (Krystal) into it. She took a few classes and started making different signs for her home and families' homes. I saw that she could make them and wanted to make them myself. We started making signs together and selling them on Facebook. We liked it so much and had so much fun making them together. We decided to not just make them to sell on Facebook but to do different shows. Sarah has since stopped making the signs and I enjoy making them so much I have continued. I work a very busy job in a kindergarten classroom and sign making has become my release and relaxation at night. ​

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I love making funny signs with funny sayings on them. Love watching people’s reactions to the signs and these signs really put me in a good mood when I am making them! 

When I am not creating I am an ECE in a kindergarten classroom which keeps me really really busy! I also enjoy hanging with my other half Ryan and our puppy Ringer. We own 500 acres so we are always outside walking, riding four-wheelers or just enjoying nature! 

I work in a room in my house that has a big window that looks outside. Love being able to see the outdoors and be creative." When asked how she occupies her mind while working, Krystal says, "I have a TV going in the background. I work better with background noise as I am use to it at work. A kindergarten classroom is never quiet. Usually have a show I have already seen so it doesn’t distract me."
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I usually work on the signs I have sold first then I try to make one or two signs or wooden decorations weekly. I have many pictures of signs I have seen or written down ideas for, so when inspiration strikes on what the finish product should
look like I work on those ones first.

I do a lot of searching on the internet for wording on signs and I also look around at different signs in stores on how they are designed and I put them together and make them my own."

Krystal says the most difficult part of the process is "picking out colours for signs. I don’t always like to go neutral but picking colours that other people will like is very difficult as everyone has different tastes."

"I love when my signs speak to people. I hear 'that is so true'. Or 'wow I need that sign it’s me!' Or when they laugh because they find a sign funny. Those responses are always memorable ones.

I pride myself on making everything homemade and I am local. I also love making personal signs where people don’t have the vision but the words they want on a sign and I can put a vision to make their personal sign come to life. I enjoy making the signs -- it is relaxing for me. Thanks for taking the time to read this interview and come check out my booth at the December show or check out my Facebook page. 

​I sell on Facebook and they email. The Facebook page is 
https://www.facebook.com/signdesign2 and the email address is sign_design@outlook.com

You can meet Krystal at 30 Craft Market on December 2nd, 2017 between 10:30 and 3:30 at Mark Street United Church (90 Hunter St East), and, December 9, 2017 between 10:30 and 3:30 at Sadleir House (751 George St N). Both shows are in Peterborough, ON.


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Heather O'Shea, designer of Baby Bee Clothing

20/10/2017

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"I make baby and kids clothing, specializing in Grow With Me clothing. I have a two year old daughter, and like most babies and kids she grew (and continues to grow) fast! It was frustrating to have all these cute clothes that she'd maybe wear once or twice because she outgrew them so quickly. There were even some things that she never got to wear at all! I also didn't like having to constantly be packing away the old sizes and buying or unpacking the next size up. It felt never-ending. 

When I started making clothes for her it made so much sense to create pieces that would fit her for months or even years, so that's what I did! I started with Grow With Me Pants, and added other GWM items from there: Hoodies, Tunics, Shirts, Shorts, etc. 

People kept asking me if I was selling the clothing I made and that really planted a seed in my head! I decided to go for it. 
Of course, I had to name the business after the girl who inspired it all and her nickname was Baby Bee."

​When asked what she has the most fun making, Heather says, "I love making the Grow With Me Pants. They're fairly quick to make and they were the piece that got this whole thing started!"

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"When I'm not creating, I'm either running after my two year old, working on my skincare business (yes, I have another business), or working as an ASL - English Interpreter. Needless to say, my life is pretty busy! I love all the things I do though, and try to ensure that each one of my passions and responsibilities get my focus and attention. 

We have a little bungalow in Whitby, and in the basement there's a spare room that I slowly took over until everyone started to refer to it as my sewing room. It's cozy, but I have everything in one place and a door I can close when necessary!
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One of the things I love about sewing is how meditative it is for me. I'm completely immersed in the task, and I don't listen to anything else but the sound of my machines when I'm sewing. It's a wonderful contrast to my day job as an interpreter where I have almost constant auditory input to attend to, decipher, and interpret into another language! 

I sew most days, whether it's to work on an order, prepare for an upcoming show, or make something for myself or a family member. The most difficult thing, as you may have guessed, is finding the time to create as much as I'd like. Right now I work full time during the day, and I have this business, another business, and a home and family to care for. It's a juggling act at times!

When asked what her favourite piece of work is that she's created, Heather says, "I made this Grow With Me Cowl Neck shirt out of a fabric remnant. It was the last piece the supplier had and there was just enough to make this shirt. I absolutely love it."


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"The best responses I get are the ones where they can't help but send me pictures of their babies and kids wearing the clothes! That's one of my favourite parts. 

I buy all of my fabric from suppliers that are Canadian home-based businesses run by mompreneurs like myself! At the moment I sell online via my facebook page 
facebook.com/babybeeclothing and in person at vendor events and artisan markets."

You can meet Heather at 30 Craft Market on Dec 2nd at Mark Street United Church (90 Hunter Street East).
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Manon Gagnon, Maker of Cute Bunnies and Cacti

16/10/2017

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"I make cute felted bunnies, cacti and ornaments. I also make custom mobiles. I've always wanted to be a DIY kind of person. I believed I could make or create things myself, without having to rely on box store products. 
I learned to knit, sew, felt and wet felt, as well as bead. All these crafts come together in my products. I love making my white bunnies. They are my most popular item and I can add flair to any of them.
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When not creating, Manon takes care of her 5-month old son. And when she is working, most of the time she just enjoys the silence. "I work a lot throughout the day. It's a great way to combat boredom if the baby is sleeping. It's also a great outlet for creativity."

About the most difficult part of the process, Manon says, "Wet felting and sewing, because it always takes the longest! The challenging part is trying to hold/soothe/feed a baby all the while ... so needless to say it takes a long time!"
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Manon's favourite piece is a custom mobile she made (see above). She sells her creations at Watson and Lou on Water St and the Play Cafe on Chemong. You can meet her on December 2nd at 30 Craft Market (90 Hunter St East, 10:30-3:30)!
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Lorel Life, Modern Master Knitter/Crocheter

16/10/2017

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"I create hand knitted and crocheted work patterned, socks, hats, mitts and baby snuggle bags. There are also lots of fun hats, and shadowbox mitts which are both closed in and open at the top, to facilitate using your phone with ease. Animal inspired mitts and hats, such as hedgehogs are the latest addition to my line.

Knitting has always been something I've loved doing since my Grandmother taught me when I was very small. Being able to do something I love, and make a bit of extra money, plus make others happy, has inspired me for years. The hedgehog mitts are my favourite, although quite time consuming. The look on the faces of my customers when they see them, makes me smile.
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When I moved to Peterborough 4 years ago, I didn't know anyone outside of my family. Joining knitting/crochet groups has allowed me to meet wonderful people and to help create many and participate in charity work. We create blankets, sweaters, hats, mitts and many other things for veterans, children's aid, abused women and their children as well as many other groups. It really helps to give you a wonderful feeling, helping others. 

I love trying new things, especially fun creations which make people smile. That is why I love to make animal inspired hats and mitts. I'm a home crafter, so everything I do is either done at home, or at one of the club/group meetings I attend." While working at home, Lorel says "watching dvds and (gasp) videos of golden age murder mysteries is my favourite way to work. I try to work regularly, because it can take quite a bit of time to finish each item. I do take some time off, so that I don't get sick of knitting. Much of my inspiration comes from online searches, on places like Pinterest, Ravelry and other sites like that"
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For Lorel, the most difficult part of the process is the finishing. "I hate sewing in the ends of yarn. LOL I think a good many knitters would understand that!" Her favourite piece is a sweater she made for a customer. "I've now added it to my line as it was such a success."

As for the most memorable responses she's had to her work, Lorel says "Some children think my animal-inspired mitts are puppets, and want to play with them. One girl actually created a special home for her hedgehog mitts and her mom says she treats them more like a pet!"

Lorel sells at shows and through Kijiji. "Some of the shows I will be at this fall are the 30 Craft Market on 
December 2 at the Mark St United Church, and the Cottage Craft shows in Peterborough, Morrow Building November 26, Lindsay Exhibition Grounds December 3 and the Morrow Building December 19th and 20th."
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Maureen Brand's Garden of Eden!

13/10/2017

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"I make beautiful and comfortable reusable cloth menstrual pads, incontinence pads, bamboo nursing pads, period underwear, and a great many other reusable cloth items for the family.

I loved using the cloth menstrual pads myself and, when my friend told me about the issues she was experiencing with disposable menstrual pads (unbearable rashes and irritation!), I knew I could help her with cloth pads. Her mom also wanted some for incontinence. And a business was born! 

I really enjoy sewing all my products because I like to play with the fabrics and colours to make an interesting product. Also, I really enjoy selecting cheeky fabrics, like the "Burley Beavers" for my pads. It's just a bit of fun during a sometimes less-than-enjoyable week. ​
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I have 4 kids, a husband, a day job, and a VERY messy house! Needless to say, I almost always choose sewing over cleaning the house! I have a sewing and fabric area set up in our basement which is just perfect to work while kids are playing behind me and it also allows me to work into the night when everyone is in bed."

When working on her creations, Maureen listens to the radio or finds a great show to binge-watch online. "I try to sew every day but it's not always possible given all the other things that need to get done in a day. Often, I end up sitting down for a long period of time and banging a whole wack of pads out."

When asked where she gets her inspiration, Maureen says, "Ooooh, the fabric!" For Maureen, the most difficult part of the process is explained as "cutting all the pieces that go into my pads really just takes time, as opposed to being difficult. I am beginning to learn that cutting a whole bunch of one thing at a time and getting a good stock built up is really the best way to go for me."

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I have had several notes from women who are so happy to have found my pads. Maybe they had allergic reactions to disposables and found a solution, or maybe they just wanted to have a smaller environmental footprint, but many have said how much they appreciate being comfortable for the first time in a long time. 

Maureen's creations can be obtained from the following:
www.gardenofedenreusables.com 
Peterborough Green Up - Alymer St., Peterborough
Kawartha Local Marketplace - King St., Peterborough 
ETSY - shop name is: GardenofEdenReusable (the "s" wouldn't fit)

​"I use a lot of organic material in my pads, and some of it even manufactured right here in Canada! As well, my exterior fabrics are of a very high quality (quilter-quality flannels and cottons) and so will last for years without fading or pilling. And finally, the waterproof barrier I use is top-notch; nothing is getting through that baby! :-D"

You can meet Maureen at 30 Craft Market on Dec 2nd, 10:30-3:30, at Mark Street United Church (90 Hunter St East).

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Andrea Harasek, Monster Maker!

21/8/2015

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"My name is Andrea and I make monsters … and other fun plush creatures!  Last summer my father found a second-hand sewing machine and I thought it was a great chance to I teach myself to sew.  

When I started, I used a simple pattern from McCall's to learn the basics and those creatures are what I call a Beevil.  Then I decided to make a triangle-shaped monster which I call a Tricket (both Beevils and Trickets are sewn using my sewing machine and the button eyes and felt heart are done by hand).  My hand sewing skills grew as I started making a furry monster which I call a Fuzzling.  By far, my Fuzzling monsters are my favourite to create.  They are hand-stitched, except for the ears and face, and they do take more time to create but each has such a personality that it is totally worth the extra work.  

I'm very proud of the scratch of Fuzzlings that I created for my first show in 2015 - I had made 10 Fuzzlings.  (I coined the term "a scratch of Fuzzlings" to mimic the grouping that you would use for other species… a warren of rabbits, a murder of crows, etc). 

plush toysClick to see larger version. Trio of Trickets - their shape is unique and Andrea has had a few people comment that they don't usually see triangle-shaped plushies.
For me the most difficult part of the process is finding materials.  There are lots of places online to purchase fabric but I need to feel the fur before I buy it.  I look for bright or fun colours and I want to make sure that the faux fur I use feels as soft as possible.  I use new materials for most of my creatures; anything I make using felt I try to use EcoFelt or similar which contains recycled contents.  The easiest part for me is naming each monster.  I have a notebook on my worktable and when I am in the midst of creating I look at the monster and write down possible names.  Each monster is named and the name is written on a tag which I attach to the plushie.  I'm sure some people have changed the name of their monster but I think it's important to give each monster a name so that their personality shines through when waiting to be picked up, squeezed, loved and taken home by someone.

PictureClick to see larger version. Andrea loves making Beevils out of fleece which are super soft and nice to snuggle.
We have an extra room in our home which we use as an office and my craft area.  I have a shelving unit where I keep my fabrics and other bits in clear totes -- otherwise one of our cats might think the faux fur is a new bed for them to sleep in!  I'll often go down to that room and spend a few hours creating a monster or two.  I like to have the TV on in the background, but I have be known to blast the radio with some tunes from the 80's.  

I follow a few sewing blogs and I spend some time on Pinterest to see what others are making and to help me with ideas.  I have a website which links to a few online shoppes where I sell some of my monsters.  I also have them in a few brick and mortar shops (The Artist's Loft in Smiths Falls and the Merchant's Mill which is in Consecon).  I have found that I don't sell as many monsters online as I do at shows and I think it's because people need to touch and squeeze plushies.  Most people who have seen them smile when they see their silly faces and fuzzy fur.  I've had more adults purchase my monsters for themselves rather than for a child.  One of the best reponses to my Fuzzlings was a lady who came by and purchased one for her daughter.  She came back before she left the craft show to purchase another one for her daughter because the original one she decided she wasn't willing to gift it to anyone because she loved him too much to give up! 

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Shayna Hartley, Supremely Talented Up-and-Coming Photographer

10/6/2015

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Having started her career about 4 years ago, Shayna is a photographer with a focus on wildlife and conservation. She has always been infatuated with the natural world, but it was only after being given a DSLR camera for college graduation that her passion for photography flourished. "It only took a few clicks of the shutter to get me hooked."

Shayna has an incredible love of all wildlife, but her favourite subject is the barred owl. She first saw a barred owl in 2011 and was immediately captivated by its enchanting behaviour. She says its soft coo, silent flight, impeccable hearing, and stunning beauty truly captured her heart.
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In her photography, Shayna tries to convey beauty, whether it be an obviously gorgeous owl, or (to most) the not so obviously gorgeous garter snake. "I think it is important for us to appreciate the unique beauty that each species holds, because as a society we have based conservation efforts on "cute" and "beautiful" things. The more someone can see in a maybe not-so-loved animal (such as the snake), the more chance that species has of protection and survival."
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For Shayna, the most difficult aspect of her work are the mosquitoes. "Sometimes I sit in one spot for 5, 6, 7 plus hours in the middle of the summer and am completely eaten alive by insects. It's most definitely worth it.. most of the time. ;)" Indeed, the great outdoors is her office she says, and she wouldn't change it for the world. She is constantly inspired, and is always looking for new locations to view different species.

Some of her favourite photos are shown in this blog entry. They're her favourites for personal reasons.

The greatest compliment she has received for her work is that her photos are natural, and the animal always looks comfortable with her presence. It is almost as though they are sitting with her with an invisibility cloak over them. 

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When asked where she gets her inspiration, Shayna said "It's pretty hard to not be inspired by the great wild spaces we have surrounding us. I am inspired by everything from wind, to leaves, to snakes, to deer. Everything in nature is an incredible inspiration."

Shayna has begun to sell her work at arts & crafts shows, but prints can be purchased through her website as well. shaynahartley.com

"My main goal is to inspire the viewer to embrace the outdoors, and work towards protecting and conserving the natural world, and all that lives within it."

Come over to Silver Bean Café/Millennium Park in Peterborough to meet Shayna on June 27 and purchase her gorgeous pieces! She'll be there from 10:30 - 3:30 pm.
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Betty Good, Crocheter of Baby Clothes

27/5/2015

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Betty Good makes size newborn to toddler hats, headbands, hair clips, and newborn dresses. She also enjoys making hat and cocoon sets for newborns. She says they are especially nice for newborn pictures. She started learning to crochet last year. "My hats look much better now then the ones I first made."
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Betty recently retired after working 37 years as a labour and delivery nurse. Last year, in anticipation of retirement, she knew she would need to find something to keep herself busy. While searching for a new hobby, she came upon her mother's old crochet hooks. She used to crochet stuffed animals and donate them to the emergency department at the local hospital for the kids. So, she started making hats and headbands for the family's children and enjoyed it so much that she kept making more and more. Her grandkids can only wear so many hats so she decided to start selling them.  "I love making different animal hats. Dogs, cats, frogs ... anything I think the kids will like." 
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Betty just moved to Lakefield late last year. She and her husband also love to travel in their 5th wheel trailer. The long drives give her lots of time to crochet. Last December they had visited their son's family in Alberta, travelling by car. She finished 6 hats by the time they returned home. When travelling, she tries to remember to look up once in a while so that she doesn't miss all the sites. 
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Betty usually sticks to hats for kids and an animal theme or holiday themes. She's still learning new stitches and how to read a pattern so it's a work in progress. She also finds it difficult to find time to do anything else like cooking or cleaning.
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Betty will work anywhere, and won't go anywhere without a project to work on. "It's a bit of an obsession now. All my family and friends call me a real Grandma now because I'm always crocheting. But, that ok because I am a Nanny to 3 and 1 on the way. I used to be a very conscientious housekeeper. Unfortunately you can't vacuum and crochet at the same time. Guess which one suffers." 
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Her favourite piece of work that she has created was a matching dog face hats for her friend's baby boys. In addition, her grandson loves trucks and tractors so she made a hat for him with a tractor on the front. "When I gave it to him he loved it so much that he wore it all day in the house and even to bed. I guess I get my inspiration from my grandkids. They love the different hats and they look so cute in them. If I make a different hat and I try it on them for sizing, they look so cute in it that I just have to let them have it." 
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When crocheting, Betty is either watching TV, travelling in the car, or visiting with family. 
She recently created a Facebook page to take orders for the hats displayed on there. It's called  "Bet's Baby Boutique"

Betty loves to create new style hats. Each one gives her a sense of accomplishment. She was never into arts and crafts much, but now she feel very craftsy. When she finishes a project I want to start another one right away. She finds crocheting very relaxing and therapeutic.

Meet Betty at Artisan Dreams on June 27 at Silver Bean/Millennium Park! She'll be under the outdoor roof.

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Stephen Buckle, Woodcrafter

3/4/2015

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For over 46 years, Stephen Buckle has been involved in woodworking. For about 30 years, he made custom furniture, and when his children were very young, he started making custom children’s toys and furniture. Over the last few years, he’s been designing and constructing craftsman style mantle clocks out of oak, black cherry, and black walnut. He also makes picture frames and chopping boards.

As one who loves cooking, Stephen wanted a heavy chopping board. Since the commercial ones were too expensive, he milled up some scrap hardwood in his shop and made a maple board. It was so lovely that he made a few more, incorporating maple, black cherry, black walnut and Jatoba (Brazilian Cherry). The boards turned out beautifully, and before he knew it, he started using wood that he had designated for furniture. He found the process of making the boards fun and therapeutic. In fact, he finds them to be the most fun items to make.
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Many people have remarked that Stephen’s boards are very beautiful, but unfortunately he’s found that their beauty prevents some people from purchasing them because they feel they are too beautiful to cut on! But this issue is sending him into another side of the business: creating plain boards that people will feel comfortable with cutting on.
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Stephen researches craftsman style and classic designs for clocks, cutting boards, and furniture, but sourcing high-quality, cost-effective wood is an obstacle he faces. He presently obtains 98% of his wood from sustainable local sources. The other issue he deals with is working in his unheated shop. It is difficult to do so on cold days. Despite these problems, however, he does work regularly as weather permits listening to music and podcasts. And, he is always inspired to create new designs.

When asked about his favourite piece of work that he’s done, Stephen said
“I made an heritage wagon for my granddaughter in the States. It incorporates Black Cherry, Butternut, hard Maple and Douglas Fir. It is my own design and I wanted the materials and input to reflect 3 generations of fathers. My father-in-law donated the handle and the fir lumber from his old house in Bethany, I designed and built the wagon and my son-in-law, Brianna’s Dad, will be painting her name on the wagon.” Stephen’s wife, Christine, made the cushions for the wagon.
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When Stephen’s daughter and son-in-law took his granddaughter to a parade in her wagon, a crowd that formed around the wagon and his daughter was told that Brianna and her wagon should have been in the parade! In addition, his clocks, cutting boards and kids’ toys have been pinned and re-pinned on Pinterest!
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“All my boards are made from woods harvested in southern Ontario from sustainable sources i.e trees cut to widen roads or to build a home as well as trees that have fallen in storms. I only use 2% of wood from foreign sources i.e. Jatoba from Brazil. I use glue that is approved by the FDA for food purposes and I use natural products to seal the boards.”

You can meet Stephen at 30 Craft Market on May 2nd at the Peterborough Public Library!
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Tonia Mainland: Seamstress, Charm Maker

8/2/2015

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"I have done so many different kinds of crafts over the years, it's been a struggle to focus on and find just the right medium.  This last year I have been doing a lot of sewing projects, purses, pouches, aprons, bibs, blankets, bowl covers, wallets and all kinds of things.  I really enjoy the practicality of sewing. Need a new purse? I just make one myself.  

I like to have lots of variety to keep me interested so I took up making miniature clay charms.  I like that I can be a little more creative and artsy with this medium, which I lacked with sewing.  This is fairly new to me but I enjoy it immensely.  

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I have been crafty my whole life. As a kid I would make pom pom animals, Christmas tree ornaments and all kinds of things with my Grandma to sell at the crafts sales along with her knitting.  What got me specifically into sewing and miniature charms were mostly Pinterest and YouTube.  There are so many great ideas and other crafters sharing how to make all kinds of things, it's really inspiring to try and so easy to learn new things. The thing I really enjoy the most is coming up with and then creating new things.  It's really satisfying when your idea and hard work comes to fruition. 

[When not creating], I spend a lot of time on Pitnerest and Youtube, looking up new crafts and getting inspired. I also have my own Youtube channel that I share my ideas and some tutorials on. I also really enjoy reading and playing the occasional video game.  

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For my sewing I really like practical items, I use a lot of neutral colours for purses, but get a little more funky with the accessories.  For my clay charms I enjoy making really cute miniatures, many in the Kawaii style (Japanese, cute) or miniature foods. 

The most difficult thing for me is picking one thing to make.  I get so inspired and have so many ideas all at once, or find lots of projects on Pinterest that I end up not doing many of them because it gets a little over whelming to stop and pick just one. As for the actual making of each item, I find my mind really works well at following instructions and following patterns very easily and I pick up new things quickly.  The only thing that would be difficult is the waiting, waiting for the clay to bake and not having patience with my sewing machine when it tries to be a pain.

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I work in our spare bedroom. I have put my grandmother's kitchen table in there where I keep my sewing machine on and work on clay.  I have completely taken over the entire room, there is no room for anyone to sleep!

I tend to work in short bursts, an hour here, 15 minutes there.  Clay pieces tend not to take too long to make and sewing projects are easily set aside which works great for me and my short attention span. 

My favourite piece was the very first purse I made myself.  I had such trouble finding purses I liked in stores.  It's been a year and I still use it as my main bag, even with all the kool aid stains, ketchup and dirt.  

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I have recently set up an Etsy shop,  www.KraftyKitty123.etsy.com.  Anyone local willing to pick up at my home in Peterborough doesn't have to pay anything for shipping, just shoot me an email through my Etsy store or at t-mainland@hotmail.com." You can meet Tonia at 30 Craft Market on May 2nd at the Peterborough Public Library (her purses will be available at the June 27th show at Silver Bean).
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Sheri McNeil, Artisan of Many Talents

12/12/2014

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Sheri McNeil turns wood into wands, writing instruments and bowls.  She began making them this summer after watching her father do it.  It sparked her interest when he bought a lathe after handcrafting furniture and other items from wood for many years. She also knits, crochets and sews. “ I first started knitting when I was 6 and my Grandmother tried to teach me, however I grew frustrated with it and didn't knit again until last year.   I have been crocheting and sewing for several years now and began when I had my first son who is now 20!” 
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When asked what the most difficult part of the process is for her, Sheri said “Sometimes while working on a project there are times where I have to wait for glue/finishes to dry or when I run out of something and have to get more, the waiting drives me crazy!” Sheri creates items as often as she can, since she finds it inspiring and relaxing. The knitted, crocheted and sewn items Sheri works on at home while listening to a movie or music. She uses her Dad's workshop for the handturned items.
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The items she has most fun making are the wands. “I am a huge Harry Potter geek so I love making the wands!” She also has had a great deal of fun making bearded beanies.  “I first made them for my kids and it snowballed from there.  For my youngest son I also made a uni-brow to go with the hat and we all had a good laugh when he put it on Christmas morning.”
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“I love to make things that are practical and useful, so as the saying goes ‘necessity is the mother of invention’.  Sometimes, however, things just catch my attention and I love the challenge to try and figure out how to make them. I work hard to try and make a good quality product and don't settle for a substandard one.”

Sheri is a single mom with two boys, works full time and loves spending time with family and being outdoors. Meet her at 30 Craft Market on Tuesday, December 16, between 3:30 and 8 pm at the Peterborough Public Library!
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Gail McFadden, Fine Artist

11/12/2014

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Gail McFadden has always wanted to paint, and now has time to do so. Her favourite medium is oil, but she also uses acrylics. She mostly paints rural landscapes, and loves to paint old cars, trucks, tractors, and country scenes. She loves being able to create realistic scenes which capture the serenity and peace of the rural countryside which she loves so much. She usually spends a part of each day painting, either at home or with other artist friends.
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Inspired by rural Ontario, when Gail works at home she likes to paint with total silence around her so that she “has no distractions and [she] can be totally involved in the work at hand.” One of her favourite pieces is “The Tractor Man”, and at the moment she’s working on “a scene with a horse in a field - a Christmas gift for some one special.”  Gail also often paints scenes and puts them into antique window frames. “These types of works are very popular.”
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Gail began painting in a decorative art style and has transitioned into realism. A memorable response she has had to her work: “One of my paintings is a winter scene with an old brick farmhouse and barn. Many people have commented that that is the house that they grew up in. One lady even ‘knew’ it was her home in Manitoba. It is so special to mer that so many people can relate to something in my painting.”  

When not painting, Gail enjoys “spending time with grandchildren, family, doing photography and dancing.”
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Gail’s work can be bought at many fine art shows in Ontario and some galleries. She sells original oil paints (custom-framed), prints (framed or unframed on canvas stretchers), and, does commissions. You can reach her at gail.mcfadden@sympatico.ca or 705-887-3449 to arrange an appointment to see her work or discuss commissions. Meet Gail at 30 Craft Market on December 16, 3:30 – 8 pm at the Peterborough Public Library.
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Christine Gerris' Candy Bouquets

25/11/2014

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This summer, Christine Gerris started making candy bouquets, and they have been selling well. Her business is called Candy Creations. She finds it creative and relaxing, and sees that her bouquets look beautiful as table centre pieces and brighten up the room. She started Candy Creations as an alternative to fresh flowers. Although flowers are beautiful, she says, she is allergic them. Her candy bouquets do not exude any scents that trigger her allergies. They also “have the added bonus of not 'dying' and when you get bored of them; they can be eaten!”

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Making the flowers in her bouquets is very time consuming, but she says they are “worth the effort!” The most fun bouquet to create is the Halloween centre piece. Her favourite bouquet is her “Sweetheart Teddy Bear” bouquet because she is “a romantic at heart.” When Christine is inspired and can find time in her busy schedule, she creates her bouquets at home.
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When not creating, Christine works fulltime supervising two group homes, spending time with her large family, and spending a lot of time as a “taxi service” for her children.

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A memorable response she has had to her work was when a dragon bouquet was purchased for a young boy “and the look of amazement and huge smile on his face is a memory [she] will never forget.”

Christine sells her candy bouquets at craft shows and Bubbly Baby in Lakefield. Meet her at 30 Craft Market this Friday, Nov 28, 10:30 -4, at the Peterborough Public Library!

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Patti Timms, Needle-Felter

24/11/2014

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For about a year and a half, Patti Timms has been needle-felting animals. When she saw how adorable a friend’s needle-felted sheep was, she had to try her hand at it. Her themes are birds, dogs, and wildlife. Her favorites pieces she has made so far are her pet dogs.

She is employed fulltime so she does not have a lot of time to devote to it, but when she is not needle-felting, she’s thinking about it. The most difficult part of the process for her is when she’s just beginning a piece. She works at home, everyday when possible, for at least an hour, and  enjoys listening to music or the TV while she works. Currently, she’s working on various 4” owls.
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Patti will be creating and donating another set of seven 4-inch owls to Hope for Wildlife located in Nova Scotia, for their gift shop. 30 Craft Market has also put her in touch with the Kawartha Turtle Trauma Centre and she have donated 5 needle-felted turtles for their turtle themed Christmas ornament show.

Patti enjoys talking to other needle felters and she is inspired and amazed by the talented needle-felters who live in and around the Peterborough area. Patti says, “Needle felting is an inexpensive, easily accessible hobby for everyone, I recommend you try it!”  You can meet her at 30 Craft Market this Saturday, November 29 at the Peterborough Public Library between 10:30 and 4!
   
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Dani McNelly and Anne McNelly, Multi-Crafters

19/11/2014

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Dani and Anne make a variety of things. Anne has always been a whiz with a sewing machine so re-purposing sweaters and making pillows and mitts is something she's done for years. Dani has been making jewellery for about 4 years. She got into it as a designer for an up-and-coming fair trade jewellery company and learned different techniques and then just continued making it as a hobby. Anne has only been making painted skates for several months and is excited to come up with even more ideas. Burlap is a new thing for both crafters and they’ve been learning the best ways to work with it.

Years ago, Anne and Dani were roommates, working on sewing projects and crafts. Last year, they made Christmas urns on a whim for a craft show and were successful. This year, they” decided to go all in and start making all the wonderful things [they] see on Pinterest and want in [their] homes.” Rustic, funky, whismical are themes they try to run with.

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Anne absolutely loves artistically altering Christmas skates. The thrill of finding a vintage pair of skates that she can paint and decorate is a great deal of fun for her. Dani loves making earrings the most. It's her “de-stresser, [her] go-to” which brings her inspiration.

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The most difficult part of their creative process is prep work. “The beginning of the process, cutting out pieces for decorations. It's so tedious and time consuming, but worth the end result.” Inspired by nature and Pinterest, and working at their dining room tables, they’ve worked at least 5 days a week during recent months. Anne is home in the daytime and puts a lot of work in while the kids are at school. Dani tries to put in at least 2 to 3 hours a night once she gets home from work. They say it's necessary to have enough stock ready for November. 

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So far, their favourite creations have been their whimsical burlap framed prints and Anne’s painted skates. At the moment, they’re working on burlap silhouette prints.

When not creating, Anne is often running her 4 children  to football practices or to the pool for swimming lessons. She enjoys training for triathalons and she is a master baker of sweet treats and yummy coconut curry. Her husband is a contractor. Dani works fulltime as a Marketing and Sales Assistant with the family renovation company.  She tries to get to the gym at least 4 times of week to de-stress and bring balance to her life. She is the mother of 1 energetic little boy and a girlfriend to a great guy.
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Last year their company was in a home show and they had some additional space in their booth. On a whim, they whipped up some Christmas urns. They went through the forest finding birch branches in the snow, and cut down dogwood and cedar and made about 25 urns in a day. They sold out the first day and made more the second day and almost sold out again. This year, they wanted to put their skills to the test and get their crafts in a show. “We work very well together and bounce great ideas off each other. We are enjoying every step of the process as we get ready for the show.”

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Anne and Dani’s advice to other crafters: “Keep up to date on what's trending. On Pinterest there is such an abundance of ideas that people are really into and that are current decorating ideas that you see in magazines and decorating shows. If you make what people are looking for...you're bound to sell more. Be willing to scrap an idea if it's just not working...even if you've put time in it. Love what you do. Don't make something that you'll be cursing yourself for starting in the first place. Be excited about what you create!”

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Dani and Anne love what they do, love what they sell and they hope you love it too. Their website is at www.wispofrustic.com and you can email them an order of anything they like. You can meet them at 30 Craft Market on November 28 and 29 at the Peterborough Public Library!

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Melodie McCullough, Candlemaker

15/11/2014

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I started making traditional and decorated beeswax candles 3 1/2  years ago. By "traditional" I mean plain pillars, tea lights, votives and tapers. The decorated ones are either square or round pillars, made in various moulds. I add many things to the sides of the candle after it is made and dip it back in the wax so it has a soft look.  I use photographs, flowers, naturally-found objects, etc. and embellish the candles with ribbons, buttons, etc. I also use dyes which come from natural spices and plant powders. I diffuse the powders into the wax to create colourful dyes. I am inspired by nature and the changing seasons.

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I got started because I was looking for some beeswax with which to do batik. After I found a small amount of wax, I decided to try making some candles and fell in love with the smell and everything else about them. I still haven't got around to doing any batik. :)

I have the most fun making the layered pillars. These candles have different-coloured layers, and the coloured wax drips down the candle to create one-of-a-kind patterns. I never know what they will look like, and am always excited to take them out of the mould to see what I have.

One of my favourite pieces is a white pillar candle. The white wax has been naturally whitened,  using a charcoal filtering technique, and I buy it like that. I took an old drawing of a landscape that my son did, photocopied it onto tissue wrapping paper and then glued the tissue paper onto the candle. Then I dipped the whole thing into hot white wax to give it a nice sheen.    
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The most difficult part of the process is cleaning the wax. I get it from a local beekeeper, so it has not been commercially filtered. I do the filtering at home in my basement, which is where I make my candles. It is not really a difficult job, just time-consuming.

What I like about making and selling candles is the beautiful smell that I get to work with, the fact that I get to meet a lot of new people and I can please people with my creations. Most of all, I love being able to take a simple candle and make it into a work of art, and a beautiful piece of home decor. I like working with beeswax because it is a natural product that produces a lovely glow and healthy burn, which doesn't pollute our homes like other commercially-produced paraffin candle products. No artificial scents or dyes are added.
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The travel tin is a good seller. It burns for 13 hours. I enjoy finding photos, or magazine cut-outs with which to decorate the tin tops.
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When I'm not creating I volunteer with the local chapter of Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan to raise money for the education of women and girls in Afghanistan. I also volunteer with the Kids on the Block program, in which I travel to elementary schools with an employee of the Canadian Mental Health Association. We put on puppet shows for the school-children talking about mental health issues, divorce, bullying , etc.. I also play bassoon with the Kawartha Community Orchestra (we 're always eager to welcome to new members) and I belong to the Trinity United Church hand bell ringing choir. In addition, I am the editor/writer with Discovering Women magazine which is published four times a year in Peterborough.
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I sell my candles at other craft shows; Simple Soap Store on George St., Peterborough; The Green-Up Store on Aylmer St., Peterborough; Stuff Store on Queen Street in Lakefield; and Gallery in the Attic on Hunter Street, Peterborough.
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"A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle". This applies to all aspects of life. We lose nothing of ourselves by giving to others, but when we do we light up the lives of many. ~ Melodie McCullogh. See her on Facebook: This Old Flame.
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Amanda Vaughan, Skin Soother

10/11/2014

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Because she has sensitive skin as well as allergies to many chemicals in commercially manufactured soaps and body products, Amanda Vaughan started making soap 3 years ago. 2014 has been her first year making lip balms, healing salves, tiger balms, body butter, hand balms, headache erasers, sleep sticks, and solid perfumes. She started dabbling with with soaps, specifically those made with animal fats.”Once I noticed how great my skin felt I jumped right in. There are many reasons to love the use of animal fats in soap. It makes a mild, hard bar of soap, it is not a drying soap and it actually cuts motor grease and pine tar. It has been used for generations in soap making. It is a local resource that is otherwise considered a waste product, and I get the fat from a farm where the animals are pasture-raised and antibiotic free.”
Amanda also makes pure Vegetable soaps that are great for the skin, lather well and last a long time.  She says the possibilities are endless, allowing for creativity and evolution to happen, “so I can't imagine myself ever not making soap. I love making soap. I have fun with the whole process, and I really enjoy using the final product. I also really enjoy making the lip balms and salves and solid perfumes. I feel like an alchemist with all of my bottles of essential oils, carrier oils and equipment.”
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She knows of so many people who have skin problems and allergies, that she “really had no choice but to do something about it. There is no reason to be putting toxic products on your body when there are so many natural possibilities out there.”

When not creating skin products, Amanda and her husband run a farm called “Rainbow Terrace Greenhouse and Garden”. They grow perennials, annuals, vegetable plants and chemical-free garden produce. “We grow varieties of excellent garlic available by the bulb, pound or bundle.”
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For Amanda, “the most difficult thing is waiting. Soap must cure for at least a month before use. Sometimes it is really difficult to wait that long to see how something turned out.” Working out of her kitchen and spare bedroom while listening to a lot of music (jazz, bluegrass, folk, rock and roll, metal; opera), Amanda makes soap in batches, “taking a day or two and going crazy, so it doesn't really disrupt daily life. The same thing goes for the lip balms and body products. There is no such thing as making one tube of lip balm. 
In the winter work on the farm and in the garden slows down and I get a chance to play with things and experiment. That is definitely when I will just follow a whim and create when the ideas strike.”
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Her “favourite product is definitely the Palm Balm. My hands are exposed to the elements every day, I dig in the earth, causing the backs of my hands to chap, and I'm prone to really dry skin that cracks to begin with. I can't live without this stuff. I put a pea size amount on my hands before bed and voila -- smooth hands in the morning.”

Amanda’s headache erasers are amongst her best selling products. “I make Lavender with peppermint and frankincense with peppermint. Apply to temples, back of neck, jaw (clenching) or anywhere that hurts, and wrists. Close eyes and inhale aroma for 10 minutes.”

When asked what memorable responses she has had her work, Amanda said, “I have had memories of the 1960's recounted to me after one whiff of my Patchouli Solid Perfume by more than a few people. I sold a lady four bars of soap one weekend at the farmers market. She came back and bought out all of the stock I had with me to give to all of her family at a reunion. I have had more than one person come back and tell me that at first they were dubious about the animal fats in the soaps and were almost determined not to like it, but after giving it a try and liking it so much they had to get some more. I am often met with enthusiastic responses from repeat customers about how long my soap lasts, and how much they enjoy it.”

Amanda sells my products at the Campbellford Farmers Market at my farm stall, Rainbow Terrace Greenhouse and Garden. She is happy to talk about special orders for weddings, party favors or other requests.

“I like that I make something that I use every day. I also like that I provide a more natural option for people trying to avoid petroleum products, artificial colourants and fragrances or harsh chemicals. Living as locally as possible is the best way for each of us to make a real difference in the world.”

Meet her at 30 Craft Market on November 28 and 29 (10:30 – 4) at the Peterborough Public Library!
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Vega Venuk, Wreath Maker

4/11/2014

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Because prices were outrageous and Vega wanted a nice summer wreath, she began making wreaths 6 months ago. She has the most fun making wreaths with a lot of bows, bells, ribbon, etc. She regularly crafts but when she’s inspired to, she creates even more. She works in silence with minimal conversation, and tends to sell her work to family and friends. Because she is new at making wreaths, she’s very excited to see how people react to them at 30 Craft Market. She has, however, always been a crafter, knitting blankets and other things.

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Vega is in her first year of studies for occupational and physiotherapy at Fleming College, and when she is otherwise not crafting, she works at Pizza Hut part-time.

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Meet her on Saturday, Nov 29 at the Peterborough Public Library!

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Alex Anchor, Sign Maker

22/10/2014

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Last year, Alex Anchor –- a stay-at-home mother of two little boys -- decided to make handmade gifts for the holidays. The signs she made turned out well and she very much enjoyed making them, so she opened up a little shop. Her shop expanded to include her creations of decorative name blocks, wooden picture frames, vinyl decals and growth rulers.
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She works regularly for 4 – 5 hours after her boys are in bed. Although the most difficult part of the process is the designig, she’s mostly inspired by her customers. She loves it when they approach her with an idea that they can design together.  Her favourite items happen to also be the most popular ones: family name signs. At the time of the interview for this blog she was working on 9 family name signs, 7 growth rules, and 2 baby stat signs.
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She has received a lot of great feedback, but the best has been from returning customers. 1 customer has ordered 10 items from her over the past 6 months. To her, that’s the best feedback one can receive.

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Alex loves using her creative side and sells most of her work through her Facebook page as well as her Etsy store. All of work work is made in Millbrook, Ontario. Meet Alex at 30 Craft Market on November 28, 10:30 – 5 and November 29, 10:30 – 4 pm!

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Alicia Moore, Jewellery Artisan

14/10/2014

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friendship braceletsFriendship bracelets by Alicia Moore
For 4 years, Alicia Moore has been making friendship bracelets and wire jewellery. She creates many different patterns with a wide range of colours. She first started making jewellery in arts and craft class in high school. She tries to make something every day, having the most fun making friendship bracelets.






The most difficult part for her is starting a bracelet and not mixing up the strings. She works on many different projects at a time, and although her jewellery making hasn’t changed much over time, she’s gotten better at it. Her most memorable customer response was when a girl bought a pair of her earrings then later sent her a message saying she wore them to her prom and everyone loved them.
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Alicia likes that her work appeals to everyone. Her friendship braclets appeal to kids while her wire jewellery appeals to adults. She makes her jewellery while watching TV or during long car rides. Her best sellers are tree of life pendants and friendship braclets. Her personally favourite piece is a wire=wrapped stone tree pendant.

When not making jewellery, Alicia works as a manager at a Subway restaurant and educates herself via online courses.

You can buy her work at various craft shows and through Facebook. 

Meet Alicia at 30 Craft Market on Nov 28 and 29 of this year!
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