Vendor Spotlight: VanezzaWithTwoZZs

September 5, 2017

VanezzaWithTwoZZs brings a fantastic mix of vintage & modern to freshen up your jewelry collection! Founded in 2012, the jewelry line VanezzaWithTwoZZs is the creation of indie crafter, Vanezza Van Buskirk. The two Zs in her name aren't the only unique thing about her. Her handmade creations are derived from new and vintage found pieces.

All of VanezzaWithTwoZZs jewelry has been handcrafted with only the best found objects. Styles both old and new come together in every VanezzaWithTwoZZs piece to provide a statement item for years of enjoyment!

Materials: New, Thrifted, and Vintage
Location: Des Moines, IA
Years as a Pear Fair Vendor: 1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanezzawithtwozzs/
Instagram: @vanezzawithtwozzs

Vendor Spotlight: Ultraterrestrial

September 4, 2017

Ultraterrestrial was conceived through a synthesis of inspiration from two sources. The word "ultraterrestrial" in Philip K Dick's novel "Valis" is defined as "a superior, non-human entity of natural or supernatural origin that is indigenous to planet earth." In other words, aliens are among us! At the same time, trademarks from the 20s, 30s, and 40s, made for everyday products like shampoo and spark plugs were filled with wit and imagination. Ultraterrestrial was born to make fun, colorful products inspired by these passions, including stickers, pinback buttons, keychains, jewelry, tshirts, and artwork for those wanting to adorn themselves and their lives with things that are cartoony, colorful, and perfectly bizarre.

Materials: New
Location: Dubuque, IA
Etsy: etsy.com/shop/ultraterrestrial
Instagram: @ultra_terrestrial

Vendor Spotlight: No Coast Paper Co.

September 3, 2017

No Coast Paper Co. started with a line of sarcastic, every day postcards and quickly branched off into snarky greeting cards as well. Today, No Coast Paper Co. carries over 120 greeting card designs, over 40 postcards designs, and multiple prints and notepads, with new products coming out every few months!

Their products vastly focus around tongue-in-cheek humor, mixed with feel good vibes, which are meant to make the reader smile. Within their line of products you'll definitely find your fun, every day card, but there is also a strong emphasis on products meant to help empower women, and a line of products in support of the LGBTQ community.

All products are designed and printed within the US, with most being printed and packaged in their in-home studio in Madison, WI.

Materials: New
Location: Madison, WI
Website: nocoastpaperco.com/
Etsy: etsy.com/shop/nocoastpaperco
Instagram: @nocoastpaperco
Facebook: facebook.com/nocoastpaperco/

Vendor Spotlight: Quicksilver Designs

September 2, 2017

Quicksilver Designs offers affordable handmade jewelry for any occasion. From sleek sterling silver pieces to copper and raw stone jewelry, find your next go-to accessory!

Materials: New, Natural, Found
Location: Ames, IA
Instagram: @byquicksilverdesigns
Facebook: facebook.com/QuicksilverMakesThings

Vendor Spotlight: Magpie Alchemy and Arts Shop

September 1, 2017

Magpie is a marriage of art and the metaphysical. Magpie exists to de-mystify the psychic stuff in the world, to make it accessible for people to use as an every day tool in their life. Magpie offers a variety of intuitive readings, including Tarot readings. Magpie also offers jewelry and talismans that have been crafted for the same purpose; to help the bearer rise to meet their challenges, open up to new possibilities, or get in touch with their own inner wisdom. Each piece is unique, handmade from crystals, stones, shells, wood, and miscellaneous trinkets that are both lovely and meaningful.

Materials: New, Natural, Found, Thrifted, Vintage
Location: Waverly, IA
Facebook: facebook.com/MotherMagpie3/

Vendor Spotlight: Pineapple Bubble Gum

August 31, 2017

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

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