In My Studio: Pantone Color of the Year 2016

Every year Pantone launches a color of the year which is set to inspire and influence everything from fashion to home wares for that coming year. In a change from tradition this year Pantone has named a blend of two colors Rose Quartz and Serenity as their colors of the year. Pantone says that their selection is

A symbolic color selection; a color snapshot of what we see taking place in our culture that serves as an expression of a mood and an attitude.

By using Pantones suggested colors of the year designers and makers can tap into new trends in the marketplace. Etsy itself is likely to pick up on these trends and could potentially use these products in features and Etsy Finds.

Here are some amazing products by our own Makers on Hudson team members that are already showcasing these trends:

Rose Quartz Earrings by Omi Silver

Pink and Silver Brocade Mask by Dara Gallery

Toddler Dress by LaidieCloth

Felt Name Banner by QuarterLifeLuck

Chainmaille bracelet by Pulp Sushi

Glass Pendant Necklace by Get Glassy



Art Print by Digilio Designs

I have put together a treasury with some wonderful handmade items from the Makers on Hudson team in this years 'hot' color Rose Quartz

https://www.etsy.com/treasury/MTI4MjQxNjN8MjcyNTU3ODE1OQ/rose-quartz

Good Luck and Good Making!

Sarah
SO Handmade



Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

 Makers-On-Hudson invites you to meet Hudson Valley Etsy in person this weekend   

This Saturday is "Second Saturday" in Beacon, and Hudson Valley Etsy's Annual Holiday Show returns to the  Howland Cultural Center  for the 7th time. Second Saturdays are a fun way to spend a day in this vibrant city, and everything is within easy walking distance. Here's a preview of just some of the items our members will be featuring.

Woodland Snowy Owl art print mounted on wood by digiliodesigns 

Sue, of  Digilio Designs, will be on hand with with an assortment of items such as notecards, prints, soft sculpture dolls, and jewelry, all based on her beautiful, original drawings.

Floral Nuno Felted scarf by HuzzahHandmade 

Kathryn, of  Huzzah! Unique Handmade Wearables will bring a selection from her shop, including her Nuno Felted silk shawls and scarves, alpaca hats, and felted accessories of all kinds. Sue and Kathryn's work also continues to be featured at Gifted, Hudson Valley  in Red Hook, N.Y. until December 27th.

Cerulean blue necklace and earring set by pulpsushi

Marilyn of Pulp Sushi, brings her beautiful collection of contemporary jewelry with a hint of vintage flair to our holiday show again this year.

This is just a small sampling of over 20 artists we are featuring this year, including at many more HV Etsy members. Please stop by. We'd love to meet you all.

Friday and Saturday, Elena, of Elena Rosenberg opens her Winter Fashion Pop-Up at ArtsWestchester in White Plains. Elena will be offering her fine hand knits, as well as a sample sale of one of a kind accessories.

Mohair and Silk Infinity Scarf by Elena Rosenberg

Rounding out our offerings this weekend on Sunday, Erin, of Harp and Thistle will be on the road to Portland Maine to take part in Picnic Portland Holiday Sale. Erin's punch needle embroidery brings a contemporary twist to this time- honored craft.

Silver Reindeer punch needle embroidery ornament by Harp and Thistle

The weather is going to be almost "picnic worthy," on this mid-December weekend, so get out and take advantage of it, have some fun, spread a little holiday cheer and meet Makers-On-Hudson/Hudson Valley Etsy in person.

Cheers! 

Where To Find The Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend

It's our last weekend of the year for craft fairs so come out this weekend and get your special one-of-a-kind and limited edition gifts (and why not treat yourself too?)

We are participating in 2 events this weekend.

If you're in New York City, or feel like a little trip down south for the gorgeous Holiday season, Cynla and John Met Betty will be at Handmade Cavalcade at the Chelsea Market this Saturday and Sunday, December 13 and 14, from 10AM-8PM.

Cynla

Cynla

John Met Betty

John Met Betty

As you've previously seen on this blog, our signature team event, the Howland Holiday Fair, will take place this Saturday, December 13, from 10AM-5PM at the Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, NY. Among the team members selling at the event will be
Pulp Sushi
Hester's Studio
The Potpourri Room
For a full lineup check our previous posts part 1 and part 2.

Pulp Sushi

Pulp Sushi

Hester's Studio

Hester's Studio

The Potpourri Room

The Potpourri Room

Happy shopping and Happy handmade Holidays!

Where To Find The Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend

Hello Friends!
It's a wonderful time to do some Holiday shopping this weekend, so we have you covered. Please support your local craftsmen and craftswomen rather than the 4th vacation home of some faceless CEO. We love our customers and we'd love to see you at any of the 5 events we're selling at this weekend!

This Friday, December 5, Bard College will host their 11th Annual Holiday Craft Fair at the Bertelsmann Campus Center on the Bard College campus in Annandale-On-Hudson, from 11AM-6PM.
Among the Hudson Valley Etsy Team members selling their wares will be:
Pulp Sushi
Karmabee
Amber H Lynn

Pulp Sushi

Pulp Sushi

Karmabee

Karmabee

Amber H Lynn

Amber H Lynn

Hester's Studio will be pulling double-duty this weekend by selling at the Cornell Street Studios' Holiday Craft Fair on Friday, December 5, from 5PM-10PM and on Saturday at the Holly Berry Trail Holiday Boutique on Saturday, December 6, from 9AM-1PM. Both are located in Kingston, NY.

Hester's Studio

Hester's Studio

The Pudgy Rabbit will be at the Bust Holiday Craftacular at the Brooklyn Expo Center in Brooklyn, NY, this Saturday and Sunday, December 6 and 7, from 11AM-7PM.

The Pudgy Rabbit

The Pudgy Rabbit

And last but not least, Lollypups will be traveling to Stanhope, NJ, for the 11th Hour Rescue - A Winter Wonderland market Saturday, December 6, from 11AM-5PM and Sunday, December 7, 12-5PM.

Lollypups

Lollypups

Happy shopping!

Where To Find The Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend

...And so the Holiday season begins! And how about starting it with a bang?!

For one we have the Holiday Bazaar at the VFW Washingtonville Post 8691 in Washingtonville, NY, this Saturday, November 22, from 10-4. Hudson Valley Etsy Team member The Potpourri Room will be there.

The Potpourri Room

The Potpourri Room

This weekend, Saturday November 22 and Sunday November 23, will be the 2nd annual Hudson Valley Hullabaloo. After an exciting start last year the Hullabaloo is expanded to the whole weekend and new location, the Andy Murphy Midtown Neighborhood Center right on Broadway in the middle of Kingston, NY. There are many super-talented crafters and makers in the lineup, plus there will be no shortage of fun with photo booths, a DIY table, food trucks and all kinds of other fun. Hours are Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 11-5.

The Hudson Valley Etsy Team members selling their creations there are:
Cynla
Pulp Sushi
Knot by Gran'ma
Hudson Naturals

Cynla

Cynla

Pulp Sushi

Pulp Sushi

Knot by Gran'ma

Knot by Gran'ma

Hudson Naturals

Hudson Naturals

Happy shopping!

Where To Find The Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend

It's going to be another gorgeous summer weekend in the Hudson Valley. Why not stop by the Bazaar-On-Hudson while you're out and about in gorgeous Cold Sping?

We will have two members of the team, Pulp Sushi and New Prospect Pottery, selling their work at the bazaar this Sunday, July 6, from 10:30AM-4:30PM. Go say hi!

Pulp Sushi

Pulp Sushi

New Prospect Pottery

New Prospect Pottery

Happy shopping!

Where To Find The Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend

One day there is Halloween and the next the Holiday craft fairs are starting. How about making this Holiday season a relaxing one and shopping handmade for all your friends and family (and don't forget yourself!)

The Hudson Valley Etsy Team has you covered this weekend.

Elena Rosenberg will be at Crafts at Purchase at the Performing Arts Center at Purchase College, in Westchester Country, on Friday, November 1, 3PM-8PM, Saturday, November 2, 10AM-6PM and Sunday, November 3, 11AM-5PM.

Elena Rosenberg

Elena Rosenberg

Pulp Sushi and Knot By Gran'ma will be at the Beekman Holiday Craft Fair in Poughquag, NY, on Saturday, November 2, from 10AM-4PM.

Pulp Sushi

Pulp Sushi

Knot By Gran'ma

Knot By Gran'ma

Tink's Treasure will be at St. Mary's Holiday Craft Fair at St. Mary's Church in Fishkill, NY, on Saturday, November 2, from 9:30AM-3:30PM.

Tink's Treasure

Tink's Treasure

Happy shopping!