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Vendor Spotlight: Pineapple Bubble Gum

Vendor Spotlight: Pineapple Bubble Gum

Pineapple Bubble Gum strides towards making one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, and weavings, using repurposed and unusual materials. A collaboration of two artists, Mary Louise Reeves and Bubble Gum Coffey. Mary earned her BFA in Painting at the Kansas City Art Institute, and Bubble Gum earned her BFA in Printmaking at the University of Northern Iowa. Both artists have always had an interest in fiber-based creation. In undergrad Bubble Gum focused on sewing, crochet, and fabric printing; Mary focused on weaving, dye work, and pattern design. Together, they are teaming up to create fresh, funky and adorable objects to look at and wear.

Materials: New, Upcycled, Recycled, Repurposed
Location: Cedar Falls and Bettendorf, IA
Website: bubblegumcoffey.com
Facebook: facebook.com/greenearthglass/
Instagram: @bubblegumcoffey | @sisterpinkelephant

Vendor Spotlight: Zhanna's Jewels

Vendor Spotlight: Zhanna's Jewels

Zhanna's Jewels offers handmade crystal and copper jewelry and "curioddities" that look like they have a mysterious story to tell.

Materials: New, Natural, Found, Thrifted, Vintage, Upcycled, Recycled, Repurposed
Location: Waterloo, IA
Etsy: etsy.com/shop/ZhannasJewels

Vendor Spotlight: Fontenelle Supply Co.

Vendor Spotlight: Fontenelle Supply Co.

Fontenelle Supply Co. brings a large selection and wide variety of high quality hand tooled leather accessories to the Pear Fair. From wallets to bags, belts to key clips, Fontenelle Supply Co. has a great array of items that make excellent gifts for anyone. Or, just treat yourself.

Materials: New
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Years as a Pear Fair Vendor: 1

Website: fontenellesupplyco.com
Instagram: @fontenellesupplyco