Featured Makers

Allison Chavanelle, a watercolor artist based out of Maine, stumbled into watercolors by accident when trying to get another venture off the ground, but then quickly figured out that painting was something she had to do – every day. She credits her genetics because both of her grandmothers were artists. She kicked off her obsession by using her maternal grandmother’s watercolors on a notepad half filled with her paintings. She spent many years trying to figure out her perfect creative outlet and was relieved when she discovered watercolor!

She is a mother to a 6 year old boy – Emerson (Emmy), a 3 year old boy – Oliver (Olly) and a 7 year old husky mix, Kevin.

www.emmyandolly.com

Elevate your entertaining experience with custom charcuterie boards.

https://snowdoncustoms.com/

Clean, luxury candles for every day.

We started with the simple idea of bringing the best candles from us to you. eva louise candle co was founded by Danielle Joslyn in hopes of creating a clean candle line that is safe for families, and smells and looks beautiful! we take pride in every candle we create and hand-pour all candles in small batches. we hope you enjoy all our candles have to offer to provide relaxation and joy for your everyday.

www.evalouisecandle.com

Maine Fly Co. was founded in part to celebrate our founder, Jeff Davis', late father's passion for fly fishing and Maine. It’s the heritage of Maine fly fishing that keeps alive his father’s spirit, and that he hopes to pass along to his three sons and future generations everywhere. In his name, we celebrate the sport of fly fishing, show appreciation for fine craftsmanship, and remain committed to the sustainability of Maine’s lakes and streams.

Maine Fly Co. is dedicated to inspiring and supporting the intergenerational love of fishing for all members of the family.

Pictured here is the THE CARRABASSETT- 8' ~ 4W, 5W OR 6W priced at $359.

https://maineflyco.com/

Kristin Fuhrmann-Simmons is a painter based in Southern Maine. She draws inspiration from life on the seacoast, and her images combine her meditation and painting practice into one. Fuhrmann-Simmons, a digital marketer, writer, + teacher by trade, honed her artistic skills in her mid-40s as an outlet for her creative energy.

https://www.kristinsimmons.com/

My pottery journey started in 2017 when, shortly after moving back to Maine, I signed up for a class at Portland Pottery. I'd like to say that I was hooked right from the start but that would be a lie. I wasn't a natural, I struggled with centering and pulling. It was maddening and frustrating but I stuck with it. I made a lot of terrible pots. A lot.

Pottery is an emotional and therapeutic journey for me. My mom was diagnosed with younger onset dementia and we lived that nightmare of her decline for 10 years until her passing from Covid in 2021. During the years of her decline I started therapy and my therapist helped me seek and Choose Joy. I had to rewire my brain out of the depths of despair. Choosing Joy could be as simple as taking a walk or big like trying a new skill. My mom loved pottery, she collected it and gave it for gifts. Part of my Choosing Joy journey was being led toward things my mom enjoyed. I feel that my mom had a hand in me becoming a potter. I only regret she never saw it for herself and I wasn't able to fill her home with pots.

https://www.mudinmaine.com/

https://m.facebook.com/dawnkenealy.art/

Also, available at the Woods Shop Maine.

At CHART Metalworks, each piece is individually designed and made to order, just for you. We start our work with you. Where is your spot, the place you hold close to your heart? Our workshop flows with hands-on artistry at every step of our process. From design to pour, engraving to polish, we make sure each step and each piece is as unique as you. We believe your piece can also be the beginning of a new journey, we’d love to be a part of that.

www.chartmetalworks.com

Straight from the slopes of Sugarloaf Mountain, we are a team of world-class board designers, engineers, and riders. We’re on a mission to build the best snowboards in the world — through innovation, respect for nature, and staying true to the core.

https://www.winterstick.com/

My name is Jovana and I am the owner of Maine Wreaths & Design. All of the wreaths you see on my website are designed and created by me and I teach all of the wreath making workshops. Maine Wreaths & Design was created out of a desire to create a wreath for my own front door when I could never find one that I loved. My inspiration for my wreaths comes from the beautiful outdoors, especially here in Maine, and the every changing seasons. My hope is that, like the wreath I made for my own front door many years ago, one of my wreaths will add a warm welcome to your home.

https://mainewreathsanddesign.shop/

A professional metal fabricator by trade since 1994, Erica has worked with architects and homeowners on their custom metalwork needs, and has been doing related commissions through her business Magma Metalworks since 2001, which now operates under her name. Projects have been welded and machined of various metals to fabricate items such as custom hardware and railings, to furniture and sculpture. She has a passion for resolving unique engineering challenges that also require fussy attention to fine detail and well-executed craft.

https://www.ericamoody.com/

Lady Shuckers is a mobile raw-bar and event catering company based in Portland, ME.

We source world-class, Maine oysters directly from a network of women-owned sea farms and partner with aligned businesses, organizations & clients to collaborate and cater a wide variety of private and public events.

Our goal is to deliver you the best raw-bar experience possible while increasing visibility for underrepresented groups on the working waterfront.

https://www.ladyshuckers.com/

Local Farm delivers local food to your family in Oxford, Maine.

https://www.facebook.com/people/Smedbergs-Farm/100064928732352/

Slack Tide Maine is headed up by Aunt and Niece team Cathy and Lauren along with childhood friend Sarah. We are a woman-owned and operated small-batch sea salt company in southern Maine.

https://slacktidemaine.com/

Milk Bottle was founded by us, Caitlin & Dillon Houser. We draw on years of experience in the hospitality industry to create unique, delicious & balanced mixers. They mix with anything you like, spirited or not, and are delightful on their own!

https://www.milkbottle.me/

At Time & Tide Coffee, we believe that everyone deserves to drink the best. There are very few things in the world that we all have access to the best in the world version of – but coffee is one of those things.

We believe that providing better coffee for everyone starts with making great coffee accessible and approachable.

https://www.timeandtidecoffee.com/

At Bare Bones Handsewn we are focused on quality shoemaking, we are humble, yet proud of our trade and want to show you what Maine shoemaking can be. Together our team has over 400 years of shoemaking experience. We are Mainers, we were born here, and it is where we are lucky enough to raise our children. We learned our traditional craft from our families who passed down these treasured skills through the generations. Our team consists of 10-15 craftspeople, and your purchase goes directly to supporting each one of those families.

https://bareboneshandsewn.com/

Emily Shaffer is a contemporary studio jeweler located in Maine. Emily made her way to Maine in 2014 after receiving B.F.A in Crafts concentrating in fine metals, and B.S. in Art Education from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Upon arriving in Maine, she immediately began a formative one-year internship with former jeweler and gallery owner, Cara Romano. This experience marked the beginning of her jewelry career and relationship with the Maine Crafts Association (MCA).

https://www.emilyshafferstudio.com/

Nestled along the wooded, rocky Coast of Maine, Holmes + Hudson creates skincare concoctions from pure, wholesome ingredients. Carefully curated ingredients include solar dried Maine sea salt, foraged + homegrown botanicals, rich plant oils and purifying clays. All items are packaged in elegant glass bottles with hand drawn illustrations of the botanicals of which they're made, a beautiful addition to any shelf. H+H provides effective treatments made from scratch, perfect for your self-care rituals.

I have always done something with my hands, my mother was an unbelievable knitter and that's all I saw. She always felt you should do something if you were sitting down. She knit us all sweaters and hats for skiing and just for everyday Maine weather. Of course, we wanted the store-bought machine-knit kind.

https://www.bespolk.com/

At Swans Island Company, we believe in keeping it simple.

Pure fibers, time-honored processes, and a commitment to fine craftsmanship are at the heart of everything we do.

Since 1992, we have produced the finest possible textiles and yarns, and we are proud to carry on the tradition of fine American craftsmanship here on the Maine coast.

https://swansislandcompany.com/

Eklund Griffin is our Maine inspired, American handmade brand. We are sisters and cofounders Blair and Hayley Griffin. Each product is informed by our twin inspirations from the cultural influences of our Scandinavian heritage and home state of Maine. Our great grandparents, Hannah and Wilhelm Eklund, moved to the Maine seaside four generations ago and the ineffable beauty of the rugged coast has held our family captivated ever since.

https://eklundgriffin.com/

Baskets by Dot, a small Maine basket business. Dot Hutchins began weaving baskets in 1991 when she took an adult education class in basket weaving. Since that time, she hasn’t stopped weaving. In 2002, she started “Baskets by Dot” as a way to share her love of baskets and to make room in her house!

https://www.basketsbydot.com/

Kennedy & Company is a small batch handmade operation based out of central Maine.

Every piece made, from concept to design is created by hand. We combine unique found and salvaged textiles with modern materials to produce beautiful, utilitarian goods that reflect pride in service as well as reflections of vintage and industrial roots.

Proudly 100% made in the USA, the KCO product line is inspired by the iconic state of Maine and it’s hardy inhabitants. Harsh winters, picturesque summers, and breathtaking fall seasons bring about many hours spent enjoying Maine’s idyllic terrain and many of our items are made with that in mind. With this line we hope to create iconic, coveted pieces that pay tribute to all of your Maine adventures and beyond!

https://kcomaine.com/

As you may have noticed, diverse + inclusive toys are hard to come by in the toy aisle. Every kid deserves not only see themselves represented, but to also play with a doll that better represents our communities. We pride ourselves in hand-making dolls that come in a variety of colors and customization options. Kids not only can play with a doll that looks like themselves, but that also look like their friends.

https://thelinneacompany.com/

Just Up The Road: A Year Discovering People, Places, and What Comes Next in the Pine Tree State follows Chelsea Diehl's year-long journey through the state of Maine as she travels far and near to complete one hundred adventures and hopefully gain insight into what she wants to do next with her life. Through candid, humorous, and personal accounts of new and revisited journeys, readers will follow along on her trail of stays, discoveries, hikes, and meals—all while getting to meet some of the people that make them possible and possibly learning a little about the things that truly matter.

https://www.gadaboutmaine.com/book.html