Vendor Profile: Birch Artisan Studio

Following my creative passion I recently launched a line of handmade wood and semiprecious stone jewelry, Birch Artisan Studio - some of you know as just Birch!  

My wood jewelry is cut, sanded, sized, set and finished by hand, each piece selected for its unique grain or pattern. The birch wood pieces are harvested just north of Saskatoon from standing dead fall (no cutting down of live trees!) that I collect on hiking trips. The exotic hardwood come from up-cycling from other wood projects and donated from other artisans or purchased if necessary from companies that support sustainably managed forests. The environment is very important to me so I'm doing my best to participate in its protection!  

I weave all my semiprecious wrap bracelets by hand, set all my own stones and fasten and finish every piece. I recently started learning wire wrapping so you’ll find an assortment of dainty little wire-wrapped rings available!

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You can find Birch Artisan Studio on Instagram and Etsy!

vendor profile: Birch

I recently started following my creative passion and launched a line of handmade wood and semiprecious stone jewelry. My wood jewelry is truly handmade, I cut, sand, size, set and finish every piece by hand. My birch wood pieces and some of my burl woods I harvest myself just north of Saskatoon from standing dead fall (no cutting down of live trees!) that I collect on hiking trips. All my stone pieces are handmade (I weave every wrap bracelet, set all my own stones and fasten every piece).

You can find Birch on instagram @birch_artisan_studio, email  or on Etsy

vendor profile: Clair Ashley Jewelry

YOUR STORY: LIVE IT, WEAR IT ™

Words inspire me.  I love inspirational quotes that make you think or make you get up & go!  This is what fuels my creative process.  I'm also fuelled by the ocean, sky, southwestern design and of course, colour!  Hand stamping my designs enables my customers to literally wear their story. Be it a meaningful message, a memorable event, or a name of someone dear. It allows for a connection with their jewelry piece that makes it special. I'm so thankful I get to be a part of that!

-Ashley Merkle, Clair Ashley Jewelry

Find me at:
www.clairashley.com
Instagram:@clairashleyjewelry
Facebook/clairashleyhandmade

vendor profile: Made By Andi

As a full-time business educator over at The Dream Job Shop, one of my favourite passions is to be able to create jewelry and accessories with my own two hands.

Originally I started my creative journey making handbags full-time from vintage leather jackets. But after sewing over 2,000 bags, my motivation level decided that it might be time to try something new.

At that point, I began to play with jewelry and instantly fell in love. I love the idea of creating pieces that delicately enhance the wearer, versus take all the attention away from them - for that reason my designs focus on simplicity. I'm also really inspired by the colour turquoise and how it compliments brass so nicely - I'm ever exploring new ways that this pairing can help me express my ideas.

I don't think I'll ever fully get away from sewing and textiles. I like to think it's in my blood at this point and makes up the core of who I am. I really love to create simple clutches with bold pattern choices and leather accents. These are easy for women to carry as an accent at parties, or throw in a bigger bag to help organize their stuff.

Having the ability to create jewelry and accessories helps me to explore my passion and balance everything out. And although I now spend my days over at The Dream Job shop helping other creative business owners learn the business side of things, I'll never be able to put away the creative side of my own journey.

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www.thedreamjobshop.com

vendor profile: Oneiro

 

Oneiro (pronounced oh-nair-oh) comes from the word oneirology, which is the study of dreams. My business specializes in handcrafted contemporary dreamcatchers and jewelry, which consists mostly of crystals and chain that can adorn any part of your body. From body chains, headpieces, necklaces to earrings, name a body part and I've made a piece of jewelry for it. My recent obsession with learning the energy powers of different crystals has added another element to my jewelry and my dreamcatchers. Each dreamcatcher is made with found objects, reclaimed materials, antique lace and a whole lot of love. Whether you’re looking for jewelry to create a statement for your outfit, a dreamcatcher to keep above your bed or gift to someone special, it’s a pleasure to see anything I make appreciated as a gift or a personal treat.

www.oneirodesigns.com
@oneirodesigns on instagram

vendor profile - Vinta Bella

Vinta Bella is passionate about making pretty things for you to fall in love with! I am always dreaming up new and unique items to make that will inspire you to decorate yourself (and your home) with lovely handmade items. My style is vintage inspired, floral, tea cups, birds and bows are common themes in all of my work. I make pretty things such as hair bows made from recycled fabrics, rare jewelry, cute hand painted cards, and dreamy floral canvas paintings. I'm excited to share my creations with the community and become more involved as a local artist. Feel free to take a look at my creations on my Facebook page: www.facebook.com/vintabellabycassie
Or email me with any questions or requests: yourfavoritecolors@gmail.com
- Cassie Hildebrand
@Cassabella on Instagram

Springtime Handmade Market Vendor Profile: Clair Ashley Jewelry

I live in the prairies but I'm dreaming of the sea….

I'm a girl from the prairies whose inspirations are sea and sky. Our skies are like oceans, vast and beautifully blue. With a love for water and words, I make nautical jewelry & message jewelry.
Hand stamping my designs enables my customers to literally wear their story. Be it a meaningful quote, a memorable event, or a name of someone dear. It allows for a connection with their jewelry piece that transcends time.

I hope you enjoy your piece, as much as I enjoyed making it.

www.clairashley.etsy.com
www.clairashley.com
www.facebook.com/ClairAshleyHandmade

Winter Wonders Artisan Profile: Shannon Welch

I have been working with precious metals and gems for 13 years. My wish, as a "maker" is to continue to develop my skills and that my designs continue to evolve. 

Shannon R Welch Jewellery on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shannon-R-Welch-Jewellery/191336827707630