Meet the Makers: June 3rd
It's June and that means Father's Day is coming up! We've got some excellent picks for Dad this Saturday in Market Square Park. We'll see you 10-4:00 across from the West Side Market.
Charles Strasshofer, Chuck Stuff
"Currently a one-man operation, Chuck is dedicated to crafting strong, elegant ceramics. Architectural elements define the current body of work, through angles thrown into the shape of the pot and in the use of positive and negative glaze patterns. The custom glazes used on his work are fine-tuned in house to ensure the strength and durability of his wares without compromising style and beauty. Chuck Stuff are all one-of-a-kind pieces that celebrates the materials used to create them.”
Kelly McGreehan, Kay-Em Apparel
"Cleveland and outdoor inspired apparel and merchandise. Using pop culture and the love of the outdoors to create relatable and eye catching products!”
Dawn Shimp, fashionsplatter
"I make vintage-inspired hand-crocheted clothing and accessories. I'm obsessed with yarn and texture and I live to create textiles with a satisfying tactile quality. My current work has a focus on reclaimed fibers and fabrics, in shawls and halters and fascinating hats.”
Amira Fahmy, baked AF
"I recreate nostalgic childhood desserts (aka throwback snacks) from scratch using high quality ingredients, and the majority of items I offer are made with 100% plant based ingredients. There’s something amazing about food that can transport you to a different time and place when you take a bite of it - I want to help people relive those beloved memories while feeling good about what they’re eating”
Jacki Hersman, White Church Co.
"White Church Co. are the creators and purveyors of small batch, artisan made jams, jellies, and preserves. Crafted in the French tradition..we use only the freshest ingredients and the finest wines and spirits. Our goal is to make the ordinary..extraordinary! ”
Tanya Green, Juliabelle Seasonings
"Julia Belle's makes 25 curated seasoning blends inspired from around the globe. All of our baking and side dish mixes can can be made by adding 2-3 common kitchen ingredients. Our blends are natural, vegan and gluten free; they are free from MSG, GMO and artificial colors, and we offer salt and sugar free options.”
Josh Sheets, Ol' Dirty Sheets' Hot Sauce
"Ol' Dirty Sheets' is a small batch, handcrafted hot sauce company out of Wooster, Ohio. Our names are Jamie and Josh and we are the four hands behind all of our products! We use simple and natural ingredients that are layered together to create our hot sauce and spice rub recipes. We now have five flavors of hot sauce and two spice blends. Come get hot with us? ”
Brent Wesley, Akron Honey
"Akron Honey is a super fun honey brand that's way more than just honey. We're about your delicious food and feeling freaking awesome ❤️. Our approach to the honey game is what sets us apart. It's not about a jar of honey, but instead about how we can create the best flavors that work amazingly with your favorite foods🌟. Our honey is the stuff that you use on ANYTHING to make it better! Whether it's glazing your salmon or carrots, and brussel sprouts. Or maybe you want to put it all over your pizza to give it insanely great flavor. Or even putting it on your Facebook feed that seems to be barely palatable at times😂. We'll try anything once.”
Michael Killik, Killikhsc
"Fermented Hot Sauce.”
Carlyle MacDonald, Found Woodworks
"Found Woodworks is a boutique woodworking studio handcrafting artful home and kitchen wares made from found, reclaimed, and locally sourced hardwoods. Carlyle designs and makes every product herself, ranging from hand carved flower vases, to kitchen utensils, home decor accessories, and heirloom quality cutting boards. Every piece blends the natural material with a modern and sophisticated style to create truly unique pieces guaranteed to elevate your home and table.”
Kate Craine, Sweet Punkette
"I use previously damaged vinyl records to create clocks and multiple styles of jewelry. 45rpm record clocks are made from the actual 45 record single. They make awesome gifts, especially when customers find that special artist or song! The LP clocks and cuffs are hand painted and the cuffs are hand-sanded and shaped. The earrings are cut from the original record labels- all completely one-of-a-kind. In addition, I make large pendant necklaces featuring tarot cards and celebrity mug shots- they make great conversation pieces! My shop name comes from my nickname given to me by Betsey Johnson. When I worked for her, she would call me her "Sweet Punkette" ”
Krista Beitl, Chewlinka GEAR
"We design and make dog collars, bandanas, bowties and t-shirts for dog lovers. We are passionate about animal and donate to local rescues in northeast Ohio.”
Sara Rockburn, 2 ODD BIRDS
"2 ODD BIRD's works in small batches creating unique, edgy, nature-inspired jewelry. Completely sourced from Mother Nature, I hand pick every stone and compliment each piece with brass that has been through an oxidation process, giving an aged- weathered appeal. Each collection I create highlights one to three stones to make a cohesive body of work. There will always be a pair of earrings to make your one-of-a-kind necklace. ”
Dylan Kamalay, Water Bear Clay Co.
"Water Bear Clay Co. is a small women-owned business that was established in late 2019 and specializes in handmade polymer clay jewelry. Polymer clay as a material is incredibly lightweight, which allows for statement styles without the sacrifice of comfort. Made with hypoallergenic metals, eclectic shapes, and intentionally mixed colors; we strive to create products with longevity and sustainability in mind. We believe in the playful spirit of water with the way it adapts and forgives, a flexible force of nature that we hope to emulate in our art.”
Carlie Merkle, Into the Pines Jewelry
"I make small batch handmade jewelry using various techniques such as hammering, adding textures and patinas, and selecting interesting stones that are unique colors and shapes. I work with many different metals and create pieces that you will bring along with you on your adventures! Each piece is handmade in my home studio in Cleveland.”
Beth Jurns, Ink & Chisel
"Ink & Chisel is a woman-owned business hand making original fine art linocut prints and etchings, cards and stationery, bags, accessories, and home goods. Everything made by Ink & Chisel is produced with a focus on ethical sourcing and environmental sustainability.”
Miranda Tulcewicz, Miranda Lynn Designs
"Miranda Lynn Designs creates whimsical unique art with a retro kitsch feel that will wrap you in a feeling of happy nostalgia. From prints washi and notepads to enamel pins, keychains and pouches there’s something for everyone to enjoy! ”
Dania Alvarado, La Chiquita Selva ("The Little Jungle")
"Hello, I’m Dania, the owner, and creator of "La Chiquita Selva” also known as, The Little Jungle. I run a local pop-up plant shop that travels all across Ohio. We welcome everyone from beginners to expert gardeners because at La Chiquita Selva we love to educate and share all about our plants. Like where they come from and the type of care they require. A few items you can find at our stand are indoor tropical houseplants (common and rare) and indoor/ outdoor gardening accessories. Gardening accessories can include hand-curated soil, hand-made pots, propagation stations, and more. As well as plant-lover items such as plant-themed t-shirts, tote bags, and stickers. Help us bring a little green and life into your home!”
Samantha Phillips, Venus In Aquarius Apothica LLC
"Venus In Aquarius Apothica is an herbalist formulated apothecary specializing in conscious aromatherapy, whole herbal body care, and seasonal herbalism. Most if not all of our herbs are either homegrown/ethically foraged, locally sourced, from small scale herb farms to ensure freshness and quality. Or sourced from certified organic distributers. Our intention is to create high quality products you can use in your everyday. Whether thats carving out intentional time for yourself, focusing on personal wellness, or inviting the power of the natural world into your heart, etc. The plants support us in so many ways. ”
Dejah Nixon, Nuni Products
"Nuni Products is a planted-based body-care line, aiming to aid with everyday skin concerns with natural remedies. We are a sister duo, with a passion for formulating and ever-expanding knowledge of the skin, charged to share their creations. We strive to provide a product you're excited to grab each day. Nuni Products creates accessible, quality products that don't hurt your pockets.”
Steveland Arnold, Oh So Dapper Soap Company
"Oh So Dapper Soap Company is a company that creates Men’s handmade groom products. Our main product is masculine scented handmade soap, but we also make beard care Products, lip balms and lotion to meet the needs of men that want to look good, stand out and get compliments.”
Jennifer Scott, The Ash House LLC
"The Ash House makes handcrafted soap and body products with all natural ingredients. We focus on sharing the ancient art of soap making with our customers as well as keeping our products free of plastic packaging, palm oil, artificial colors, and synthetic fragrances. Our soaps are made with local and fair trade ingredients when possible. Each soap is made with thought and intention and a love for our natural world all while keeping in mind the aesthetics of a beautiful product.”
Scott Hudson, Rocket E3
"Rocket E3 is the creative endeavor of Scott Hudson, who lives and works in the North Collinwood neighborhood of Cleveland. Scott designs a line of apparel, posters, stickers and mugs with a unique personality and tongue-in-cheek sense of humor. His work resonates with people who love things like old sci-fi and horror movie posters, vintage comic books, pizza, cats with attitude, and a love of the city of Cleveland and its teams, especially the Browns and Guardians. ”
Dave Gruss, We Bleed Ohio
"Owner Dave Gruss derives joy from crafting each piece of We Bleed Ohio Apparel with his own hands, evoking a personal connection between the customer and the product. It's not just apparel, but rather a shared experience bringing people together and telling a story. We Bleed Ohio sells Ohio and Cleveland sports-themed designs screen-printed by hand on quality apparel.”
Rebecca Weisberger, Plant Love
"Through intensive research & my combined passion for plant medicine & crystals, I have created Plant Love. Everything I make is hand-crafted in small batches, with the highest quality organic, all-natural & ethical ingredients. All of my products are infused with intuitively chosen crystals that amplify the energy of the oils that heal & nourish the skin & smell divine. ”
Claire Landuyt, Chez Lapin LLC
"Chez Lapin crafts artisanal Soy Candles and Natural Skin Care. Their mission is to inspire eco-conscious, cruelty-free and natural living by handcrafting products that people can feel good about having in their home and on their bodies. Chez Lapin hand-blends, pours, and labels their candles at their Pittsburgh studio using pure soy wax, perfume oils, essential oils, and cotton braided wicks. They pride themselves on their inspired artisan-ship, ethical production, and accessible prices. Chez Lapin’s unique and eco-friendly recipes are inspired by nature and inspirational landscapes. Their home fragrances have even caught the eye of the press; such as British Vogue and Pittsburgh City Paper. Chez Lapin also retails natural skin care; like clay cleansers, facial masks, botanical oils and floral toners.”