Vendor Spotlight: Thumbprint Handcrafted Soap

August 22, 2017

Thumbprint Handcrafted Soaps makes soaps, lotions, lip balms, beard oils, sugar scrubs, dryer balls and more. Thumbprint soaps are made with high quality ingredients in small batches in Cedar Rapids, IA. They are formulated for sensitive skin and are free of parabens, detergents & phthalates. No unpronounceable ingredients; so you can feel good about what you are putting on your skin.

Materials: New
Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
Website: thumbprintsoap.com
Instagram: @thumbprintsoap
Facebook: facebook.com/thumbprintsoap

Vendor Spotlight: Boho Gypsy Gal

August 21, 2017

Boho Gypsy Gal began creating jewelry pieces when she became frustrated at the lack of unique items at retail stores. She didn't want the same pieces that friends and co-workers were wearing, but instead wanted to stand out! She created some basic pieces and discovered that they were a huge hit and that she wasn't the only one looking for something different. Thus, Boho Gypsy Gal Jewelry was born!

Materials: New, Natural, Found, Upcycled, Recycled, Repurposed
Location: Cedar Falls, IA
Website: bohogypsygal.com
Facebook: facebook.com/bohogypsygal
Instagram: @bohogypsygal

Vendor Spotlight: Allison Fretheim Ceramics

August 20, 2017

Allison Fretheim describes her work as "functional" and "super rad," and we have to agree. Her wheelthrown and handbuilt ceramics, including mugs, planters, bowls, and more, are a refreshing, unique and ultra adorable spin on a classic artform. We're pleased to have her as a first year vendor at the 2016 Pear Fair!

Materials: New, Natural, and Found
Location: Iowa City, Iowa
Instagram: @allisonfretheimceramics
Facebook: facebook.com/allisonfretheimceramics
Website: allisonfretheim.com/
Etsy: etsy.com/shop/afretheimcrafts

Vendor Spotlight: Genevra Bell Illustration

August 19, 2017

Genevra Bell is a graduate of Maharishi University of Management, 2009, with a Bachelor of Fine Art (Cum Laude) with an emphasis in ceramics. From 2009-2010 while living in England she continued to work in clay in a shared studio with ceramist John Kershaw. In 2011, she received a ‘Merit’ in Graphic Design from Kendal College, England. No doubt inspired by the British countryside, only a few miles down the road from Beatrix Potter's historic home, Genevra moved away from ceramics and began to paint and illustrate. In 2012, Genevra moved back to the US with her British husband so that he could attend university. Genevra currently works as an illustrator primarily using watercolor and ink.

Materials: New
Location: Fairfield, Iowa
Instagram: @genevrabell
Facebook: facebook.com/genevrabell
Website: genevrabell.com/
Etsy: etsy.com/shop/genevrabell

Vendor Spotlight: To Our Moon and Back

August 18, 2017

Est. 2012, To Our Moon And Back is the creative endeavor of Cedar Falls-based mother-daughter duo, DuRaae and Shelby Davis. All products are handmade and one-of-a-kind. DuRaae makes knitwear, traditional art, home decor, embroidery art, and jewelry. Shelby makes polymer clay jewelry, miniatures, and figurines. Shelby also reads Tarot cards and practices Lithomancy. Custom orders are welcome and encouraged! Shelby's mystic services are also available for bookings.

Materials: New, Natural, Found, Upcycled, Recycled, Repurposed
Location: Cedar Falls, IA
Website: facebook.com/Yarnival
Instagram: @moon_shine920

Vendor Spotlight: Frayed Fawn Stitchery

August 17, 2017

Based in Minneapolis, Frayed Fawn Stitchery features bold and whimsical hand-embroidered goods created by Cierra Fitzgerald. These unique patches, banners, and wall hangings are sure to brighten any wardrobe or home.

Materials: New, Thrifted, and Vintage
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Website: etsy.com/shop/FrayedFawn
Instagram: @frayedfawnstitchery

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