Meet Makers-on-Hudson!

We have exciting news to share with you today!  After being known as The Hudson Valley Etsy Team since we formed in 2008, we are changing our name and will now be known as Makers-on-Hudson!

As we continue to grow as a group, we wanted to identify ourselves as more than just Etsy sellers, although you can still find all of our shops there! We call ourselves different names - artists, designers, crafters, but the one thing we all identify with is that we are "Makers."  We are passionate about what we do and support the handmade movement which continues to thrive in the Hudson Valley.

Our name is a play on the "on-Hudson" towns located in the Hudson Valley like Hastings-on-Hudson, Croton-on-Hudson, Cornwall-on-Hudson, and Annandale-on-Hudson.  In the end, "Makers-on-Hudson" was agreed upon as a nice way to who represent who we are and where we're from.

If you follow this blog, update your bookmarks to our new blog makersonhudson.blogspot.com.  All of our Social Media accounts will be switching over to our new name shortly.

Our Etsy page has been updated which you can check out by clicking here and our official website is now www.makersonhudson.com.

Out of my Studio: Celebrating Karmabee

Karen Berelowitz in her Karmabee Store in Kingston NY

I wanted to write this blog post to celebrate Karen Berelowitz of Karmabee and to congratulate her on her amazing 4 years of business in her bricks and mortar store on the Strand in Kingston.

Karen has decided to close her well loved store for the time being but is set to continue being a fixture at local farmers markets, craft fairs and of course online.

The store opened its doors in 2011 and was one of the first to capitalize on the renewal of the area which today sees many visitors to the historic waterfront site and to the new stores, cafes and restaurants  that have since opened.

 

Karmabee Store

In her time on the Strand Karen has been instrumental in local community events including the monthly night markets, events such as Sinterklaas, Hooley on the Hudson, the Shamrock Run and many more. She also joined Re>Think Local and regularly contributed to small business shopping events.

 

 

 

The store not only sold Karmabees distinctive range of hand screen printed t-shirts, onesies and cards but Karen also championed local craft makers including many from the Hudson Valley Etsy Team. Thanks to Karen many of us have been able to count on regular sales from Karmabee and we have also benefitted from having a local store that we can send our customers to.

Personally I have really enjoyed popping into Karmabee every couple of months to bring in new stock and  to chat with Karen about what we have both been making and craft fairs we are doing. Working on a small craft business from home can be quite a lonely pursuit and having people like Karen to touch base with once in a while was such a blessing.

 

Gorgeous Karmabee themed cake at the store closing party

I hope everyone is together with me in wishing Karen  every success in her future endeavors. We are excited to see what plans she has in store for Karmabee.

In the mean time Karmabee can still be found on Etsy and Amazon and in the warmer months she will be returning to the uptown Kingston Farmers Markets.

 



Look out for Karmabee at local farmers markets and craft fairs

 

Good Luck Karen and Good Making!

 

Sarah

So Handmade

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



FREE Holiday Printable: Christmas Gift Tags

I would like to share with you all a jpg of my Christmas Gift Tags.

I find these quick and easy to print up and I like to add a little bit of 

glitter to mine. The cards fold over and you can add a little bit more

personal notes than you can to the pre-made sticker type ones.

Punch a hole in the corner and add a bit of string or ribbon.

Enjoy and have a Merry Christmas!

Click here to download

Of course just for your personal use ;)

Sue DiGilio

digiliodesigns.etsy.com

THIS SATURDAY! Meet us at The Howland in Beacon - Holiday Craft Fair!

We are just days away from our 7th Annual Holiday Craft Fair at The Howland Cultural Center in Beacon, NY. Will you be joining us?

Here is the last group of vendors joining us this Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm.  View the full list of vendors here. 

Phoenicia Honey Co.

Duane Lakin Photography

Mary's Dream Studio

Knit In Color

Ehstern Silk Jewelry

Reclaimed Designs

Holiday Gift Guide: for the Ladies

We rounded up a few of our favorite gift ideas for all the moms, sisters, nieces, wives and girl friends on your gift list this year. You can find even more of our favorites on our team's Etsy page.

Cupcake Quote Poster by Silently Screaming, $12.00 and up

Cashew Cardamom Brittle with Black Lava Salt by Catskill Candy Co., $18.00

White Feather Ornament by HestersStudio, $14.00

Moon Phase Necklace by Incarnate Anew, $30.00

Pink Druzy Earrings by Nixe Jewels, $39.99

Lavender Roses Bath Soak by Beau Tea Studio, $14.00

2015 Holiday Craft Fair Sneak Peek #3 - Beacon, NY

Today we are happy to share with you the second batch of vendors you will find at our Holiday Craft Fair this year.   We will have a nice mix of members of the team as well as other local artisans and makers bringing you a great collection of fun and unique gift ideas for your shopping list.  Go back and view our first and second batch.

If you are on Facebook and plan on joining us, click here to RSVP!

Beyond The Picket Fence

Pulp Sushi

Hudson Valley Makers and Artisans Cooperative

Indigo Lane Jewelry

Holiday Gift Guide: for the Guys

Looking for something special and unique for the men in your life? We rounded up a few of our favorite gift ideas for all the dads, brothers, uncles and nephews out there. You can find even more of our favorites on our team's Etsy page.

Maximum Mending Hand & Paw Salve by Mira's Naturals, $8.00

Yellow Striped Feather Watercolor by Katie Grove Studios, $55.00

1937 Oldsmobile Note Cards, "Old Blue" by KmiotekArtWorks, $3.00

North River Beer Soap by Beyond the Picket Fence, $6.00

MacKay Muddler Pestle by Rooster Studios, $40.00

2015 Holiday Craft Fair Sneak Peek #2 - Beacon, NY

Today we are happy to share with you the second batch of vendors you will find at our Holiday Craft Fair this year.   We will have a nice mix of members of the team as well as other local artisans and makers bringing you a great collection of fun and unique gift ideas for your shopping list.  View our first batch here.

If you are on Facebook and plan on joining us, click here to RSVP!

Harp and Thistle

Huzzah! Handmade

Rockerbox Spice Co.

Omi Silver Jewelry

Kokma Toys

Where To Find Hudson Valley Etsy This Weekend

 What's All the Hullabaloo About?

Black Boiled Wool Jacket, by meerwiibli

Well, let us clue you in to the situation. The Hudson Valley Hullabaloo takes place this weekend, both Saturday and Sunday, in Kingston at the Andy Murphy Midtown Center and many of our Hudson Valley Etsy makers will be there. 

 

Please visit Sarah-Maria from Meerwiibli for stylish, hand-sewn-with-love clothing created in the Catskills. 

 

Christmas Carol Ornament Collection by Harp&Thistle

 

You'll also find Erin of HarpandThistle with her beautiful and fanciful punch needle embroidery for your home and gift giving. 

 

Next, stop and say hello to Sarah, from SOhandmade. Sarah's handmade Christmas tree skirts, ornaments and children's items are perfect for all ages on your list

 

Handmade Crayon Holder by SOHandmade

  For stationery and paper goods head on over to see Cindy, of Cynla. Cindy's cards are all based on her original drawings.

Good Tidings, box of 8 cards by Cynla

 

Rounding out our group is Christina from Hudson Naturals. You will definitely need to find gifts to pamper the special people in your life this holiday season. Christina's products are all natural and handmade here in the Hudson Valley for both women and men.

2015 Holiday Craft Fair Sneak Peek #1 - Beacon, NY

Today we are happy to share with you the first batch of vendors you will find at our Holiday Craft Fair this year.   We will have a nice mix of members of the team as well as other local artisans and makers bringing you a nice mix of fun and unique gift ideas for your shopping list.  If you are on Facebook and plan on joining us, click here to RSVP!

Digilio Designs

Kmiotek Art Works

S2 Stationery and Design

Squirrel Den Studio

Knot By Gran'ma