CAC Submissions

Trish Dalto – Trish Dalto – Blown Glass

106 – Submitted 17/06/2016

Hillsboro, NH

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Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: Handblown glass. All original designs – made by me.

I didn’t realize the deadline for submission was June 15, so I am late! I hope you can still consider me for the exhibit. Thank you.

Iris Vase
glass
4 ” x 7″
$70.00

Tricolor Vase
glass
3.5″ x 7″
$70.00

Flared Vase
glass
7″ x 7″
$70.00

 

Kim Roy – Walk By Faith Doggie Bakery

105 – Submitted 17/06/2016

East Hampton, CT

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Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: We fresh bake our treats every week.

Fresh Baked Treats
All Natural Ingredients
4inx8in
$7.00

All Natural Dog Treats
All Natural Ingredients
4inx8in
$7.00

All Natural Dog Treats
All Natural Ingredients
4inx8in
$7.00

 

Diana Cesaro – Diana by design

104 – Submitted 16/06/2016

Avon, CT

Instagram: www.instagram.com/dianabydesign4
Links: www.diana-by-design.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I take old, forgotten clothing and breathe new life into it yielding one of a kind wearable art. My ‘recycled sweaters’ are made from old wool/arcylic/cotton sweaters which I have felted. I cut them up and redesign a new piece, which is totally machine washable and dry-able now. From those sweater scrapes came my fingerless mittens, mitten-mittens and neck warmers! No waste.

My ‘mixed-media’ jean jackets are made from existing jackets but putting my upcycling in play with the sleeves, making the jacket one of a kind and so much more comfortable. Using the old jacket sleeves I make my ‘wine totes’ and add old ties for the handles.

Other products I make are tee dresses, tunics and tee skirts all made from tees and sweatshirts. This works well for spring/summer wear or perhaps cruise wear.

Every single piece is made 100% by me from the find to the finish!

There isn’t a piece I have made that is not a personal favorite! My website will show you more. I am a graphic designer by trade who has always sewn and loved fashion.

Crocheted with Lace Mixed Media Jacket
Denim, Lace, Cotton Crochet, Poly
Women’s Size S/M
$148.00

Sweater Trio (Girls_frnt.jpg)
Wool & Wool Blends
Women’s sizes S through XL
$265.00

Seasons_16
upcycled clothing wool/cotton/poly/rayon
Women’s sizing XS-XXL
$265.00

 

Naomi Tussin – Naomi Jewelry

103 – Submitted 16/06/2016

Avon, CT

Instagram:
Links: http://www.naomijewelry.biz/index.php/company

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: My collection of necklaces, bracelets, pendants and earrings feature my signature brushed sterling silver pillow squares. I use freshwater pearl, 14k gold vermeil-over-sterling-silver and stone accents to complete the collection. I work closely with a fabricator in Johnston, RI, where my squares are hand-produced by a specialist in the technique of electro plating. These loose pieces are then assembled into finished pieces by hand at my studio in Avon, CT.

Diva Straight 17
Brushed sterling silver with 14k gold vermeil over sterling beads
17″ in length
$680.00

Singular Abalone
Brushed sterling silver with abalone shell
17.5″ in length
$550.00

Wired
Brushed sterling silver with sterling silver twists
7.5″ in length
$370.00

 

Lexy McCrady – Fat Crochetâ„¢

102 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Madison, CT

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Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current faculty

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I’m a painter, installation artist, professor. I am submitting my small Shirret rugs to Celebration because of my interest in CAW. I make the rugs myself while riding Metro North or socializing with colleagues. Each one is a color study. They start with foraged, clean used clothing in bright colors. I cut the fabric in strips and crochet them together with cord.

The themes of my painting are the Sublime, giant forces around us we can’t control, like fire, emotion, and now climate change. I continue to make these small rugs as protective fireside hearth reminders. My parents were jazz musicians in Indianapolis. My mother’s mother was the ILGWU foreman in a dress factory and in the summer, we and my grandmother’s four sisters used the sewing and cutting room scraps to make rugs like these. This tapestry method has a long history which originated with, and is intricately tied to, my mother and her mother and myself and my children.

Color Study 275: Modernist Square
Recycled wool, cotton Shirret.
3/4″h x 14″ x 14″
$750.00

Color Study 315: Violet Fire
Recycled wool, cotton Shirret.
3/4″h x 30″ x 30″ round
$980.00

Color Study 298: Yellow
Recycled wool, cotton, Shirret.
3/4″h x 26″ x 26″
$980.00

 

David Flynn – David Laurence Flynn

101 – Submitted 15/06/2016

StratfordNorwalk, CT

Instagram:
Links: DavidLaurenceFlynn.com Custommade.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Other
Describe your process: I design and create hand made lighting fixtures. They are usually one of a kind of pieces for site specfic installations. I work in all mediums to create these sculptural pieces.

Milk bottle light
cedar wood – milk bottles – light
60″ x 60″ x 16″
$4,200.00

French Bell
wrought iron
36″ x 36″
$2,850.00

Candle Stick
Wrought iron
15″ tall
$47.00

 

Katya Vetrov – Purslane Press

100 – Submitted 15/06/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Other
Describe your process: All images are hand-drawn and hand silk screened in New Haven, CT.

Kids Hippo T-Shirt
silk screen on cotton
various sizes
$17.00

Adult Hedgehog T-shirt
silk screen on cotton
various sizes
$24.00

Alphabet Print
silk screen on paper
12×15″
$75.00

 

David Taddei – n/a

99 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Hamden, CT

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Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Wood
Describe your process: Thank you for the oportunity to present theese pieces. I will be submitting two bowls that I turned from local sources and one pen, again, turned from local wood.

I have been woodworking for the past 32 years and turning for app. 5 years using mainly local wood from trees that have either died, or taken down for a variety of reasons.

Cherry bowl
Cherry
8″x4″
$275.00

Maple burled bowl
Maple
7×3.5
$195.00

Taxus pen
Taxus (common Yew)
5″
$85.00

 

Sara Hayes – Granite Mountain Knitworks

98 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Freeport, ME

Instagram:
Links: Have done many craft fairs in Maine and New England, sold items at several retail establishments in Maine. Looking for a market in Ct.

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I knit them all by hand myself. Hats and scarves are sold in sets and separately. All are one of a kind, each made with at least 20 different types of yarn in them. All quite funky. Pricing varies a bit depending on ornamentation on the items.

The kids kimonos vary in weight and texture. Some are heavyish like a fall coat weight and some are more sweater like. All are either machine or hand washable.

hat and scarf set
mixed fiber
scarf 64″x6″
$125.00

hat and scarf set 2
mixed fiber
scarf 68×7″
$130.00

kiddo kimono sweater/jacket
acrylic
size 12 months
$70.00

 

Michael Bradford – n/a

97 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Orange, CT

Instagram:
Links: Bio – https://cawstudiopotters.wordpress.com/studio-potters/about/#2

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current faculty

Category: Clay
Describe your process: I work in all types of clay, and in small and large scale. Craft-making techniques include combined wheel & hand-formed pieces, and wheel & pulled-form architectural assemblies. My assemblies of multiple thrown, pulled, extruded, and sculpted elements into larger thematic structures are unique in the craft, and reflect the sensibilities of my combined engineering and artistic background.

I am inspired by Greek and 19th century ceramic design, and strive to integrate natural forms with classic ceramic styles. My goal is to produce pleasing, functional products; more useful, unique, and better designed than anything commercially available.

Centerpiece Candelabra
Stoneware
10″ dia by 12″ tall
$175.00

Letter Holder
Stoneware
3″ by 5″ by 10″ tall
$35.00

Tea Cups
Stoneware
various
$25.00

 

Sara Hsiang Kaluzynski – Cup of Hand Pottery

96 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Bethany , CT

Instagram:
Links: http://www.facebook.com/cupofhandpottery

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Clay
Describe your process: All my work is my own from start to finish with the exception of the oil lamp burners and chimneys.

I create my work at CAW as a Studio Potter, as well as at my home studio and through workshops.

Oil lamp
Clay, brass, glass
13″H x 8″W
$65.00

Cobalt saggar vase
Low-fired stoneware
7″H x 4″W
$80.00

Heart bowls
Mid-fire chocolate stoneware
3″H x 5″W
$25.00

 

Josh Gaetjen – n/a

95 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Hamden, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.joshgaetjen.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past faculty

Category: Fine Art
Describe your process: I make all my work myself working in my studio or on site. No outsourcing.

Koi and Plant
oil on canvas
24 x 12″
$1,200.00

untitled still life
charcoal and graphite on paper
18 x 24″
$400.00

Stay and Play II
oil on canvas
44 x 50″
$6,000.00

 

Robin Green – n/a

94 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Hamden, CT

Instagram: www.instagram.com/fernstitch
Links: www.fernstitch.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: The design of my quilts is improvised and they are meticulously machine-pieced and hand-quilted. They can be hung (I will attach a hanging sleeve if one is desired) but they are sturdy, functional objects — made to be used and (gently) washed. They are 100% cotton and the edges are double-bound by hand. I make all my work myself and produce about 4-6 quilts a year. I do not have merchandise practices, yet!

Barred
cotton fabric and batting, cotton thread
51″ x 66″
$740.00

Sidestep
cotton fabric and batting, cotton thread
66″ x 54″
$785.00

 

Araceli Cassera – The Jelly Florist

93 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Monroe, CT

Instagram: The Jelly Florist
Links: www.facebook.com/TheJellyFlorist

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Other
Describe your process: I don’t outsource any of my work. I have a home based business and sell to friends and family. It is a gourmet artistic gelatin dessert, made into infinite forms, colors and shapes. I mostly sculpt any kind of flower with milk based gelatin into clear water based gelatin, creating a mesmerizing glass effect, and it is completely edible, made with scratch ingredients, fruit, milk, vegetable colors and natural flavors, no preservatives, gluten and Peanut Free. Check my photos at www.facebook.com/TheJellyFlorist

Encapsulated Flower Gelatin Cups
Edible Gelatin or Jello
6oz. Half Sphere Cups
$5.00

Sunflower Square Bouquet
Edible Gelatin or Jello
10″ x 10″ x 3″
$85.00

Mini ANY Image Cup
Edible Gelatin or Jello
3.5oz Individual cup
$3.00

 

Connie Pfeiffer – n/a

92 – Submitted 15/06/2016

East Haddam, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.conniepfeiffer.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current faculty

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: All jewelry items are one of a kind and completely hand fabricated solely by the artist.

bark (bracelet)
sterling silver
1″x7″
$220.00

openings (earrings)
sterling silver
variable, 2 1/2″x3/4″x3/4″
$160.00

rings selection
sterling silver
variable
$140.00

 

Janice Bielawa – n/a

91 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Ansonia, CT

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Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: My work is inspired by nature. With each piece of jewelry I would like the viewer to be reminded in some way of the natural world, whether it is an actual shape from nature, such as my leaf earrings; or a subtle reminder using color, style of bead or overall feel of the piece. I work organically with wire and beads first creating a shape from wire, hammering, and then using wire wrapping to add beads. I recently started working with sheet metal using foldforming and air chasing techniques, again designing as I work, so each piece is unique. I purchase most of the beads I use, they are all Czechoslovakian glass beads, semiprecious stone, or Japanese glass seed beads. I also recycle beads from antique jewelry and incorporate found pieces of sea glass into my work. I purchase the earwires, they are silver plated, nickel free.

Cuff Bracelet
brass with sterling silver rivets
2.5 ” tall
$105.00

Leaf Earrings
Aluminum and silver plated copper wire with glass seed beads and 2 silver plated beads
Full length is 2.5″ long from earwire, leaves are 1″ wide x 1.5″ long
$30.00

Tiger’s Eye Tree
Silver plated copper wire, tiger’s eye stones, leather cord
Pendant is 2″ wide x 2.5 ” tall, chord is 16″ long with hand made clasp
$47.00

 

deborah staub luft – deborah staub pottery

90 – Submitted 15/06/2016

madison, CT

Instagram:
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Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Clay
Describe your process: My pottery is made in my Madison studio solely by me. All my work is porcelain or stoneware which is wheel-thrown and high-fired. All pieces are designed for use in the kitchen and dining room and are oven-safe with lead-free glazes. “From Form to Function” is the name of the course which I teach at the Guilford Art Center and this is the focus of my work in clay. Curerently, my pottery is mainly sold through two annual studio sales and through the shops of the schools in which I teach.

Personal Statement

I love being a potter in the continuum of potters throughout human history who make useful pots that express both the sensuous fluidity of clay and a purposeful energy. My pots reflect the importance of the small rituals of everyday life: images of mugs of coffee cradled in the early morning, a cereal bowl held aloft by a toddler intent upon draining the last drops of milk from the bottom, aromatic, steaming baking dishes full of macaroni and cheese, eggplant parmigiana, and apple crisp proudly brought to the table, and large handled platters laden with meat and vegetables swooped upon hungrily by our college women’s swim team. My pots are a part of the sublimely mundane life of my family, and I am honored when you choose them to be a part of your special everyday moments.

Biography

Deborah Staub Luft is a studio potter in Madison, Connecticut specializing in wheel-thrown stoneware and porcelain domestic pottery. Throughout her career as a potter she has participated in numerous prestigious shows and gallery exhibits, among them: The American Craft Council shows in Newport and Baltimore, The Guilford Art Center’s Handcrafts Exposition, Wesleyan Potters Holiday Shows, The Philadelphia Craft Show, The New Britain Museum of Art Craft Show, and The Field Gallery on Martha’s Vineyard. Lord and Taylor and Henri Bendel are among the retailers that have sold her dinnerware. She is on the faculty of the Guilford Art Center and Wesleyan Potters, and also teaches developmental reading and writing.

green soup tureen and bowls
white stoneware
@ hgt 8″ at handle, @ 8″ diameter
$350.00

multi- colored teapot
porcelain
@ 6″ hgt
$200.00

black handled platter
stoneware
@ 15″ diameter
$200.00

 

Philip Levine – Philip Levine Artist/Educator

89 – Submitted 15/06/2016

Stratford, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current faculty

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: I make every thing my self from recycled materials i.e. wood and metal

Bird House
Found Wood
12x11x6
$120.00

Stone Crab
Beach Stone and Copper
10×10
$120.00

Bird House
found wood and Metal
12x8x6
$120.00

 

Susan Rogol – Susan Rogol Pottery

88 – Submitted 15/06/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Clay
Describe your process: I have been a student at CAW for many years and in the past 2 years have also been working at my studio at Erector Square. I have made a small start in selling my work and hope to expand this in the future.

Thank you for considering my work.

Please note that when I exhibited at the Celebration in the past it was not clay but fabric.

POD
Glazed stoneware with rubber stamped “laugh”
2″x 2″
$10.00

POD
glazed porcelain
2 1/2″x 2 1/2″
$10.00

Rose Bowl
unglazed porcelain with holes for flower arranging
3 1/2” x 3”
$20.00

 

Marla Whalen – n/a

87 – Submitted 15/06/2016

East Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links: mzwhalen.blogspot.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Other
Describe your process: All designs and patterns are created exclusively by me. The crafting of each piece is also done solely by me. Materials used (glass, solder, copper foil, etc.) are purchased at the factory, retail outlets, or online by me.

I work from a home studio overlooking the Farm River Estuary, which inspires much of my work.

I also repurpose items purchased at thrift stores and flea markets and replace the glass, either in a new pattern or with singular, striking pieces. This transforms the item into something completely new.

Additionally, I produce private commission work and network through craft fairs.

I enjoy posting to my blog and social media to share my work and to gain feedback.

Blue Heron
Handmade and standard art glass, copper foil, solder, zinc came.
29.5″ x16″
$850.00

Untitled
Handmade and standard art glass, glass jewels, copper foil, solder, zinc came.
8.5″ x 12.75″
$150.00

Nouveau Green
Handmade and standard art glass, copper foil, solder, zinc came, reclaimed iron stand
approx. 8.25″ x 9″, including stand
$125.00

 

Monica Rak – P.J. Camtal

86 – Submitted 15/06/2016

New Haven CT., CT

Instagram: pjcamtal@instagram
Links: SDA member, First Prize Fiber Art Glastonbury Art Show,Spectrum Gallery, Silvermine Art Gallery

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: Shibori technique Arashi and Itajime. Hand painted scarves using dyes or paints and soy wax. All natural fibers used for scarves.

Scarves are made in my home studio.

Arashi Shibori
Silk
21×72
$110.00

Hand Painted Scarf
Silk
14×72
$80.00

Itajime Shibori
Silk
14×72
$80.00

 

Carol Austin – Carol Austin Fine Art

85 – Submitted 15/06/2016

San Clemente, CA

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: A design is imagined, pattern is drawn; appropriate glass color/texture/type is chosen; glass is cut to pattern; glass is kiln-fired first time, trimmed or changed as necessary; then fired a second and perhaps third time; finished and signed. I do all the work myself.

Black Quadrant Sushi Dish
Fused colored and dichroic glasses
8 inches square
$55.00

Orange and turquoise sushi dish
Specialized fused glasses
13″ x 4″
$65.00

Black and hombre dichroic sushi dish
Opaque black and dichroic glasses
12.5″ x 5.75″
$65.00

 

Charles Jones – N/A

84 – Submitted 14/06/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current faculty

Category: Clay
Describe your process: All my work is produced 100% by me and is limited production.

Inlaid bowl
Stoneware
H4″ X W8″
$50.00

Nubbed Vase
Stoneware
H8″ X W6″
$65.00

Bowl 2
Stoneware
H5″ X W7″
$45.00

 

Marilynn Arm – Marilynn Arm – Artist

83 – Submitted 14/06/2016

East Haddam, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: Monotype/Collage one of a kind works on paper. Eight x eight inches in size, mounted on mat board, 11×11 inches. Using hand cut original stencils and mark making to create assembled abstractions. Building new compositions with layers using line, texture and color.

Point Counterpoint
Monotype/Collage
8×8 inches
$50.00

Ritardando
monotype/collage
8×8 inches
$50.00

Three quarter time
monotype/collage
8×8 inches
$50.00

 

Anne Graham – Anne Gladczuk Graham

82 – Submitted 14/06/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: My handwoven items are the result of limited series production, exploring color interactions. I rarely duplicate pieces, preferring to vary colors, patterns and accents to create unique woven treasures.

Sapphire Nights
rayon chenille (56%), pearl cotton (23%), tencel (21%)
65″ x 7.25″
$75.00

Southwest Sunrise
tencel (100%)
67.25″ x 5.75 ”
$90.00

Blue Grey Whimsey
rayon chenille (100%)
53.25″ x 4″
$75.00

 

Doug Hockman – Doug Hockman Photography

81 – Submitted 14/06/2016

South Windsor, CT

Instagram: @hockmanphoto
Links: http://hockmanphotography.com/

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fine Art
Describe your process: All photos taken by me, mounted on wood panels as a finished piece in my studio in South Windsor, CT

Afternoon Tide
Photo on Wood Panel
8X8
$65.00

Alone
Photo on Wood Panel
5X5
$45.00

Purple Daisy
Photo on Wood Panel
3X5
$30.00

 

valerie riveras rhodes – Boho Art Expressions

80 – Submitted 14/06/2016

stratford, CT

Instagram: boho_arte
Links: bohoartexpressions.com currently at City Lights gallery with shoe doorstoppers in bridgeport, ct

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: I work mostly with plaster, paper, polymer clay, and anything else I can get my hands on. I work alone and make my creations by hand using the least amount of bought supplies unless i need basic materials.

I love recycled products to up scale and mix with my creative bohemian style. I dabble in jewelry and accessories, create home accents and decor, and mostly unique Latin style shrines and boxes.

I tend towards the colorful and bohemian style but art for me is on a whim, you never know what my next artistic phase will bring about. Some of my art adds splashes of color and humor to areas of your home or office to add some fun and happiness.

I believe you must let your inner guide decide what you need in your personal space, so I make the shrines interactive, leaving spaces open for you to incorporate your own personal touch.

All my items are OOAK ( one of a kind) pieces of art.

doorstoppers made from recycled shoes or boots
leather, plaster, polymer clay, dolls, fabric, assorted ephemera
size 5 to 7 shoes sizes, very heavy due to filled with plaster so the sit tight
$125.00

photo frames and mirrors
recycled wood frames, polymer clay, assorted ephemera
4 x 6, 8 x 10, can make much larger frames
$55.00

jewelry boxes
recycled fabric, brass, buttons, polymer clay, wax
various shapes and sizes
$55.00

 

Neema Syovata – The Bantu Girl

79 – Submitted 14/06/2016

Woodbury , CT

Instagram: @thebantugirl
Links: www.thebantugirl.tictail.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: I recently began a business based on my love for home decor that incorporates both of my cultures, on seeing that I am Kenyan American. I love bold colors and a combination of tribal and modern aesthetics in my work. I create things that are both beautiful and functional. I hand-make a variety of things but included in this application are headbands large($20) and small ($15) and cloth napkins (lunch and cocktail).

Because I am a sole proprietor I haven’t had to outsource any of my production yet but as I gain momentum, I plan to enlist a seamstress to assist me with some of the sewing. Also, most of my materials are usually sourced from shopkeepers around the country, but do I enjoy supporting both local and small businesses wherever possible.

PS: I have been wanting to sign up for classes, and that is how I came upon this application. Also, if the committee requires me to provide any additional information not included here, I am happy to do so. Thank you.

Cocktail Napkins
Fabric
10″ by 10″
$40.00

Lunch Napkins
Fabric
13″ by 13″
$50.00

Twist tie headband
Fabric and plastic coated wire
32 inches in length
$20.00

 

Rashmi Talpade – N/a

78 – Submitted 14/06/2016

WALLINGFORD, CT

Instagram: artofrashmi
Links: www.artofrashmi.net

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: Each beaded doll is hand crafted and unique using beads, buttons, wooden pieces and miniature flower pots. Merchandise may vary slightly from images since no item is duplicated. No work is outsourced.

Medium Bead Dolls
Beads, buttons
approx. 9″ long
$28.00

Large Bead Doll
Beads, buttons, scrap wood, miniature pots
Approx 14″
$32.00

Small Bead Doll
Beads, buttons
Approx 4″
$20.00

 

Cyn Thomas – RiverDog Prints

77 – Submitted 14/06/2016

Avon, CT

Instagram: cyn_riverdogprints
Links: http://riverdogprints.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Paper
Describe your process: I am artist and illustrator that uses mostly paper and fabrics for my work. I create original art pieces, as well as hand-stenciling goods with original designs for use in the home. All goods used in creating are extensively researched for eco-friendliness and little or no negative impact on the environment. All art, design, and production is created and finished by me in my home studio.

Pets on Famous Furniture (8 styles)
Watercolor pencil drawing printed on recycled felt card stock
Card is 4.25×5.5 inches; Boxed notes package is approxiamately 4.5x6x1 inches.
$14.00

Zodiac Dog Art Prints (12 styles)
Line drawings, hand-drawn shapes, cotton rag art paper
8×10 inches
$18.00

Art Blocks Watercolor Flower Dogs
Aspen wood, milk paint, watercolor art paper, natural sealant
6x6x3/4 inches or 8x8x1 inches
$20.00

 

Kate Hull – Hull Ceramics Studio

76 – Submitted 14/06/2016

Haddam, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Clay
Describe your process: The dinnerware and serving pieces are produced using cone 10 porcelain clay. The pieces are individually crafted using a variety of hand building processes by Kate Hull. The bisque pottery is glazed by John and Kate Hull.

Black Dinner Plate
cone 10 porcelain
10 1/2″ x 10″ x 1/2″
$54.00

Chestnut Red Dinner Plate
cone 10 porcelain
10 1/2″ x 10″ x 1/2″
$54.00

Clock wise from top left: 9″ server $55, 7″ server $45, 4″server $20, 6″ server $35
cone 10 porcelain
9″ x 3″,7″ x 2 1/2″, 4″ x 2 1/4″,6″ x 3″
$55.00

 

John Hull – John Hull Studio

75 – Submitted 14/06/2016

Haddam, CT

Instagram:
Links: Website… johnhullstudio.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Clay
Describe your process: I work in and share my studio with my wife/potter, Kate Hull. We personally do every aspect of our Clay production.

Tall Vase
Saggar Fired Porcelain w/ Terragilatta Surface
12 x 7 1/2 x 7 1/2
$235.00

Necked Bottle
Saggar Fired Porcelain w/ Terragilatta Surface
10 x 5 x 3 1/2
$210.00

Orb
Saggar Fired Porcelain w/ Terragilatta Surface
3 1/2 x 7 x 7
$185.00

 

Jeanne Melillo – Jeanne Melillo Design

74 – Submitted 14/06/2016

Norwalk, CT

Instagram: jeannedesign
Links: jmtableart.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: I handcraft all my work and no part of it is outsourced.

Blue Skies
Table runner constructed with printed silk black suede joined with river stones.
14″ x 70″
$188.00

Zed on Black Table #1
Table runner constructed with earth tweed and mixed river stones.
14″ x 58″
$178.00

Red Pebble Overstone
Table runner constructed with red pebble cotton and gold suede, red bamboo and river stones.
18″ x 58″
$168.00

 

Lucy Q. McClure – Lucy Q. Photography

73 – Submitted 14/06/2016

Hamden, CT

Instagram: lucyqphoto
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past faculty

Category: Fine Art
Describe your process: My current work is about the implied silence in Urban Details. Exploring the city while searching to capture the stillness of space.

The work is shot in digital raw format and carefully individually edited without digital manipulation.

Urban Skies
Inkjet Photograph
30×40
$250.00

Urban Greys
Inkjet Photograph
40×30
$275.00

Grey Patterns
Inkjet Photograph
30×40
$275.00

 

Susan Garry – Felt Experience

72 – Submitted 14/06/2016

Lowell, MA

Instagram: felt_experience
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I hand felt all of my work; also often hand dye wool and silk either before or after garment construction. Other materials include soap and water. All garments are seamless and one of a kind. I sometimes upcycle or purchase printed silks. I merchandise from my studio during Western Avenue Artist Association Open Studios on the first Saturday of the month; and at various craft shows during the fall and winter months.

I have described photos below that I will email to Nina as the files are larger than 2MB. In order to have the application transmit I have put photos of additional work in the slots below. All of these ‘place holder’ photos are by Claudia Dricot Photography. Additional photos at my website: www.feltexperience.com.

Collaged Coat
Silk fabric, wool fiber, wool prefelts, silk fiber
unavailable as item is sold–street length
$600.00

Shibori Shawl
Silk fabric, wool fiber
40″ x 80″
$400.00

Power Jacket
Silk fabric, wool fiber, silk fiber
unavailable as item is sold
$450.00

 

Susan Rollins – Susan Rollins

71 – Submitted 13/06/2016

North Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Fine Art
Describe your process: These are monoprints and are one of a kind. I printed these specific prints at CAW using printmaking ink on Rives BFK or Arches paper.

I would submit them matted and wrapped. (They are not currently framed but I could frame them at a different price point.)

I currently have 10 different botanicals but could create more.

Botanical V
Monoprint, ink on paper
image is 5 x 7, paper is 10 x 12
$40.00

Botanical VII
Monoprint, ink on paper
image is 5 x 7, paper is 10 x 12
$40.00

 

Alicia Caraballo – N/A

70 – Submitted 13/06/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram: TextilesbyAlicia
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I am a fiber artist who prefers working with white silk fabric, I use different techniques to bring dye to the fabric. My favorite techniques include shibori, deconstructed screen printing that yields unexpected results and sometimes use found objects to paint the fabric.

My interest is creating wearable art that can be used to drape the body or to decorate the home.

Shimmering Blue
Black silk fabric that was degummed
Length is 76 inches & Width is 26 inches
$145.00

Bronze Swirls
Silk fabric screen printed
Length is 66 inches & Width is 35 inches
$230.00

Dancing Girls
Black silk scarf discharged and screen printed
Length is 55inches & width is 23 inches
$145.00

 

Owen Luckey – Luckey ReDo

69 – Submitted 13/06/2016

BRANFORD, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.owensealuckey.com,www.luckeyredo.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: Luckey ReDo, one of a kind, re-imagined wearables and accessories. There is always a new twist—classic plaid, fur accent, pocket or hand knit details—to be found amongst the whimsical unexpected embellishments of antique buttons, applique and lace. I continues to produce my signature line of hand knit scarves, gloves, hats and collars.

owen luckey 1
re-imagined shirt and sweaters
Women’s size small
$149.00

Owen Luckey 2
re-imagined sweaters
Women’s size M
$179.00

Owen Luckey 3
re-imagined jacket,sweater and shirt
Women’s size M
$225.00

 

Jean LIN – LA MUSE KALLIOPE

68 – Submitted 12/6/16

Jersey City, NJ

Instagram: #lamusekalliope
Links: www.lamusekalliope.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Toys
Describe your process: Designer/Maker Jean Lin invented new construction methods, coined ori-sculpture™, which breeze life into her artisan crafted characters. Les Musettes™ (Your Own Lil’ Muse™) are collectibles featuring vintage and upscale materials and embellished with Swarovski Crystals and Semi-Precious Stones.

Also exclusive to us are DRAGONETTE™ Interactive Dragon Monsters and UNICORNETTE™ with multiple ways of making wishes. Customized spikes can be made on WannaBe DRAGONETTE™ and ribbons can be tied and untied on KNOTTY HEART DRAGONETTE™ and UNICORNETTE™ as gestures of I “Heart” You.

Jean’s creations are characterized with simple yet profound allure with that certain je ne sais quoi quality and light-hearted fun. All of our creations are about “YOU”. Your Les Musettes™ or DRAGONETTE™ as well as UNICORNETTE™ are your Personal Lil’ Muses, Cheerleaders and Life Time Pals.

All of our products are artisan crafted in the NYC Metropolitan Area using all new and premium material. All spikes and stuffings are made with 100% recycled material. Upcycled material used when feasible.

For the 2016 Celebration of American Crafts, LA MUSE KALLIOPÊ will again introduce new designs and products.

Shaggy DRAGONETTEâ„¢ Interactive Dragon Monster Keyrings & Bag Charms
Shaggy Fabric With Hypoallergenic Filling. May contain Swarovski Crystal. Plastic Eyes. Metal Accessory Ring.
4″x4″x4″
$20.00

Les Musettesâ„¢ (Your Personal Lil’ Muse)
Upscale Fabric With Hypoallergenic Filling. Contains Agate Semi-Precious Stones.
3″x3″x3″
$30.00

An Amusement of the Les Musettesâ„¢
Upscale Fabric With Hypoallergenic Filling. Contains Child Safety Eyes.
4″x4″4″ – 6″x4″x6″
$25.00

 

Rosemary McClain – Not Applicable.

67 – Submitted 12/6/16

Shelton, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Clay
Describe your process: I hand build my pottery and sculptures. I work with terracotta, stoneware and porcelain. I use Mason Stains to achieve the designs in the terracotta pieces. The stoneware works the designs are achieved with glazes.

Blue Birds
Terracotta
10 1/2″ x 3″
$85.00

Symbols
Stoneware
9 3/4″ x 3 1/2
$85.00

A Light Heart
Stoneware
3″ x 6″ x8 1/2″
$85.00

 

Heidi Leugers – Reclaimed Wool

66 – Submitted 11/6/16

Portland, OR

Instagram:
Links: www.reclaimedwool.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: My studio is focused on wool. I work with virgin wool fibers direct from shepherds across the USA, post-consumer and recycled wool fabrics, textile mill waste, and virgin wool yarns. The techniques I use include needle felting, wet felting, embroidery, hand sewing, machine sewing and dyeing. My studio has been zero waste since 1998. All scraps of fabric, yarn, and fiber produced in my studio is recovered and used in the production of new items.

Breed Specific Sheep Ornament
100% wool, needle felted
3.5 inches x 2.75 inches
$18.00

Hand Embroiderd, Felted Ball Ornament
100% wool
2.5 inches diameter
$18.00

Rosebud Pincushions
100% wool
2.75 inches diameter x 1.75 inches high
$30.00

 

Sally McBee – Two Bees Design Studio

65 – Submitted 11/6/16

Stonington, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.twobeesdesign.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Paper
Describe your process: Two Bees Design specializes in greeting and note cards, 8″ x 10″ matted prints, and screen printed tote bags featuring my hand-drawn, watercolor and ink-based original artwork. Once I have completed a piece, I scan it and transfer it to InDesign, where I create the final image.

I print all of my cards and matted prints here in my studio with archival, acid-free papers and matting materials using the giclée process, employing fade-resistant archival pigment-based inks. Tote bags are screen printed locally in Stonington, CT by Poor Morgan (poormorgan.com) using non-toxic, machine-washable inks; our labels are screen printed by Emulsion Apparel and Printhouse (emulsionprinthouse.com) in nearby Pawcatuck.

I am submitting only my 5″ x 7″ greeting cards for this show; therefore, every aspect of the production of the cards, from design to packaging, is created solely by me.

Believe in Yourself
Museo Fine Art paper, Crane & Co. envelope
5″ x 7″ card; packaged 5 7/8″ x 7 3/4″
$5.00

A Recent Study
Museo Fine Art paper; Crane & Co. envelope
5″ x 7″ card; packaged 5 7/8″ x 7 3/4″
$5.00

Procrastination
Museo Fine Art paper; Crane 7 Co. envelope
5″ x 7″ card; packaged 5 7/8″ x 7 3/4″
$5.00

 

Stephanie Anestis – Stephanie Anestis Photography

64 – Submitted 10/6/16

Hamden, CT

Instagram: www.instagram.com/stephanieanestisphotography
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Fine Art
Describe your process: I am a local photographer, and I primarily make portraits (of both people and animals). In this ongoing series I am photographing horses in their stalls in a barn in Bethany, experimenting specifically with the use of low light to emphasize shape and form. Humans feel connected to horses, perhaps because of our shared history and dependence. Connecticut is a state with a long history of horse-lovers, and I imagine that most people know *someone* who loves horses.

Everything from start to finish is done by me: the initial photographing, the editing, and the printing, which will be for this series on cotton matte archival paper. Photographs will be approximately 5×7 and matted with backing to 8×10 inches.

Horse I
Archival inkjet photographic print on paper
8×10 inches after matting
$45.00

Horse IV
Archival inkjet photographic print on paper
8×10 inches after matting
$45.00

Horse V
Archival inkjet photographic print on paper
8×10 after matting
$45.00

 

Maria Eiler – E & R Bookarts Sheilah Rostow and I are submitting separate applications but are working together

63 – Submitted 10/6/16

Portland, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: Sheilah Rostow and I are students of Paulette Rosen’s and have taken numerous classes and workshops from her and other professional book artists. We like to work together to plan our pieces, set up templates and select materials. We may then work independently on a book but we consult each other and discuss ideas and problem solve together. Our work is the result of our collaboration.

We have contributed annually to “XOXO” at CAW making cards, books, notebooks and albums for Valentine’s Day. We are both studio binders.

We do not outsource any of our work but we do purchase lined and graphed

Small Photo album
Paper and Board
8 1/4″W x 6 1/4H x 3/4″D
$20.00

Notebook/Memo Pad; Japanese account book style
paper, Board and Riibbon
8 5/8″H x 3″W x 1/2″D
$15.00

Refillable Notebook
Paper, Board and Elastic
4 7/8″ W x 6 1/2″H x 7/8″D
$15.00

 

Sheilah Rostow – E & R Bookarts

62 – Submitted 10/6/16

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: Maria and I are students of Paulette Rosen’s and have taken numerous classes and workshops from her and other professional book artists. We like to work together to plan our pieces, set up templates and select materials. We may then work independently on a book but we consult each other and discuss ideas and problem solve together. Our work is the result of our collaboration.

We have contributed annually to “XOXO” at CAW making cards, books, notebooks and albums for Valentine’s Day. We are both studio binders.

We do not outsource any of our work but we do purchase lined and graphed signatures from book binding suppliers.

Small Photo Album
Paper and board
8 1/4″ H x 6 1/4″ W x 3/4″D
$20.00

Notebook/Memo Pad; Japanese account book style
Paper, Board and Riibbon
8 5/8″H x 3″W x 1/2″D
$15.00

Refillable Notebook
Paper, Board and Elastic
4 7/8″ W x 6 1/2″H x 7/8″D
$15.00

 

jean luc comperat – 1178designs

61 – Submitted 9/6/16

New York, NY

Instagram: n/a
Links: www.1178designs.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: we work out of our studio in chelsea since 1978 – no outsourcing – everything done in house

Pocket book box
Patterned glass and souder – Tiffany technique
10″ x 5″ x 4″
$250.00

Opium Pillow box
Patterned glass and souder – Tiffany technique
15″ x 3 5/8″ x 2 3/4″
$290.00

Small dome box
Patchwork of patterned glass – Tiffany technique
7″ x 6 1/4″ x 3 1/4″
$220.00

 

Patricia Baum – N/a

60 – Submitted 8/6/16

Riverside, IL

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I start by purchasing dyed and undyed wool roving; other natural fibers, such as hemp, for variation in texture; and synthetic fibers, such as mylar, for metallic effects. I then produce all of my work by hand using the needle-felting technique: shaping the wool by hand and punching it with a single barbed needle to cause the fibers to mesh and hold the shape. All of my designs are original. They can all be made either to stand upright, or with a ribbon to hang as a holiday ornament.

*****Prices listed below are for each individual item, not for the entire group pictured.*****

Polar Bear, Cardinal, Snowman
Wool
Approximately 4″ tall/long each
$30.00

Gourds
Wool
Varies, between 3″ wide and 6″ wide
$30.00

Teddy Bears
Wool
Varies, between 2″ tall and 4″ tall
$25.00

 

Maureen Farr – Mozelle Fine Jewelry

59 – Submitted 8/6/16

Deer Isle, ME

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mozellefinejewelry
Links: www.mozellefinejewelry.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: All of my jewelry is handcrafted by me in my Maine island studio. I make fold-formed, enameled copper earrings, bracelets, and necklaces, as well as original one-of-a-kind silver jewelry from Precious Metal Clay.

Some of the enameled pieces are one-of-a-kind, such as the dogwood flower necklace. Because each petal is hand drawn on the copper and cut, then assembled with one or two other layers of hand drawn and cut petals with brass micro fasteners, no two necklaces are exactly alike.

All of my enamel work is kiln-fired on both sides, and all earwires, chain, and most clasps are handmade by me from sterling silver. Bracelets have locking sterling silver clasps.

Pink Dogwood Flowers Necklace
Enamel on Copper, sterling silver.
20-22″ adjustable length
$550.00

Holey Moley! Necklaces
Enaemel on Copper; stainless steel cable
2-3″ diameter discs on 16″ or 18″ cable
$140.00

Hugs + Kisses Necklace
Enamel on Fold-formed Copper, sterling silver
1″ and 1.25″ discs; 20-24″ adjustable length
$225.00

 

Robert Burger – N/A

58 – Submitted 8/6/16

Branford, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Paper
Describe your process: I perform all of the photography and post production of my work, outsourcing only the actual printing. I purchase my framing materials, but perform all of my mounting and framing as well.

Serenity
Photograph, Kodak Endura Professional Paper
20 x 13
$250.00

Blue Dasher #1
Photograph, Kodak Endura Professional Paper
20×12
$250.00

Shanghai Twist
Photograph, Kodak Endura Professional Paper
11×14
$200.00

 

Joan Mueller – Joan Mueller LLC

57 – Submitted 7/6/16

Spring City, PA

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: I carve a wooden dowel and then wrap it in clay. I sculpt a face around the clay. I cut branches and drill holes in them. I then place the dowel in the hole ad add glue.

santa face
clay and wood
2 x 6 inches
$40.00

santa ornament
clay
4×2 inches
$20.00

santa ornament
clay
2×3 inches
$20.00

 

Nicholas Moreau – Wicks Forge

56 – Submitted 6/6/16

Woodbridge, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.wicksforge.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: I am a blacksmith and so work primarily in metal. I work with wood occasionally when making furniture as well. I have a small shop in CT and everything is hand made using a combination of traditional and modern techniques. These include heating metal in a forge, working the metal on an anvil and with a power hammer, welding, grinding, etc. All of the work is made in house and my primary outlet is online sales for smaller pieces and custom commissioned work for larger pieces, with occasional art shows and craft fairs as well.

Rose Music Stand
Mild Steel, Brushed and Waxed Finish
2’x2’x4′
$4,000.00

Harmony’s Gate Music Stand
Mild Steel, Brushed and Waxed Finish
2’x2’x4′
$4,000.00

The Bow Music Stand
Mild Steel, Brushed and Waxed Finish
2’x2’x4′
$3,000.00

 

Barbara Shiller – World on a String

55 – Submitted 6/6/16

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: I work in bead design – necklaces, bracelets, ear ring.

Ear rings
Sterling or plate findings; glass beads
1.5″ long
$40.00

necklace
drusy quartz drop with glass, pearl, crystal and silver
16″ long
$80.00

necklace
leather, silver, glass, shell, gemstones
20″ long
$75.00

 

Susan Salomon – Button Bay Fiber Arts

54 – Submitted 5/6/16

Bremo Bluff, VA

Instagram:
Links: www.buttonbayfiberarts.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I am a knitter who makes felted hats. They are knitted, then felted to the proper shape and decorated with tiny beads on the crown or a button/bead/tassel combination. I do all my own work.

I sell my work at several craft shows in Richmond and Crozet, Virginia and New York (Crafts at the Cathedral). My work is in the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, Sharon Arts Craft Center, NH, The Barn Swallow, The Rockfish River Gallery and Alleghany Arts and Crafts center all in VA among others.

I am not sure what production practices are, other than the fact that I work on a year-round basis although most of my business is in the Fall and early Winter.

Black and red fringe hat
85% wool, 15% mohair, polyester fringe
7″ tall 23′ around crown, 34 brim around
$72.00

Red and black hat/beads on crown
85% wool, 15% mohair
as #1 (approximately, as they do vary)
$72.00

Orange/variegated rim / button trim hat
wool/mohair as above, mohair rim
as #1
$72.00

 

Antje Goldflam – n/a

53 – Submitted 4/6/16

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: All my fiber works are hand made by myself.

I am a maker of hand woven items, hand felted and stitched toys and wall pictures, bobbin lace and eco-/rust- scarves etc. which are subsequently hand stitched.

Willow by the River
bobbin lace linen
6 3/4″ x 4 Â_”
$55.00

Felt birds
wool, cotton yarn for stitching, filling
7″x4″ and 12″x12″ approx. ($52.00)
$35.00

Rice Fields and Mountains
wool
19″ x 30″
$180.00

 

Susan Godshall – n/a

52 – Submitted 3/6/16

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: CAW basketry classes 2001 – 2016.

tbd
reed
approx. 12″ diameter
$100.00

 

Gregory Berg – GHB Services LLC

51 – Submitted 3/6/16

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links: http://www.gregoryhberg.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: I take digital photographs and then use an image transfer medium to transfer the image to 4″ by 4″unglazed bisque tiles. The tiles are then sealed using a spray acrylic coating. The finished tiles are suitable for use as coasters or as decorative pieces. They will be sold in sets of four. The tiles are cast by a small business in Gulfport, MS.

Street Art Tiles
Ceramic tile with digital transfer images
4.25″ by 4.25″
$40.00

 

Jeannet Leendertse – mooizeg

50 – Submitted 2/6/16

Medfield, MA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeannet_leendertse/
Links: http://mooizeg.com/ https://www.facebook.com/jldesign.mooizeg/

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I personally make all scarfs by hand in my home studio.

LOVE scarf
silk
19″ x 80″
$96.00

LIVE scarf
silk
19″ x 80″
$96.00

Coastland Cowl
100% Dutch wool felt
12″ x 50″, unpleated
$230.00

 

Hannah Leckman – Hannahpottery, LLC

49 – Submitted 2/6/16

Hamden, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Clay
Describe your process: I am a traditional potter, working from a studio at Erector Square. I make primarily functional pieces, although I use many techniques, from carving the clay to sculpting detail on it, from careful painting of underglazes to splashing glazes together. I generally make my own high fire glazes, although recently I have experimented with commercial glazes which are fired to a mid range temperature. Some of my work is handbuilt, but most is created on the wheel. I avoid straight lines, and I love generous, swirling, circular forms. I sell my work during City Wide Open Studio, and from my own home. I have some pieces at the Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, Connecticut.

pedestal plate
stoneware
7.5 inches high/11 inches diameter
$60.00

murmuration of birds
chocolate stoneware
14 inches high/5.5 inches wide at the top
$100.00

lidded jar
porcelain
4.75 inches high/4.5 inches wide
$45.00

 

Sally Prangley – n/a

48 – Submitted 1/6/16

Seattle, WA

Instagram:
Links: www.sallyprangley.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: I design and make all my work myself in my home-based studio, and have for 30 years now! I work with wire and make basketry, sculpture, and jewelry, often incorporating vintage beads, found objects, or paper in the artwork’s design and construction. All the wirework is done via “cold fusion”– that is, I don’t use solder/glue– I weave with the wire, and I have lots of pliers to help me crimp end pieces. When I create wire + paper baskets or jewelry, I do use a glue mixture to adhere the papers together. I first learned to create traditional basketry at CAW when living in New Haven (around 1992) because I wanted to make baskets out of alternative materials. About 5 years later when I had moved back to Seattle, I figured out how I could adapt traditional basketry techniques to wirework, and have been expanding on that idea since. I sell my wirework in galleries and museum stores throughout the country. Please take a look at my website, www.sallyprangley.com to see and learn more!

Fresh Fish Purse
stainless steel wire, vintage beads
15″h x 8″d
$550.00

Color Swatch Basket
annealed steel wire, papers
7″h x 11″d
$325.00

Zebra Necklace
stainless steel wire, paper
1.25″w x 30″l
$175.00

 

Iris Reilly – Yayoi Shibori – Hand-dyed in Hawaii

47 – Submitted 1/6/16

Honolulu, HI

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: I hand-dye tees in indigo using a form of tie-dyeing known as Shibori. I fold, tie and/or bind 100% cotton tees and hand-dye them individually in indigo.

“Arashi” tank top
100% cotton, indigo
Women’s small
$28.00

“Diamond Itajime” tee
100% cotton, indigo
Women’s small
$32.00

“Slant Itajime” tank top
100% cotton, indigo
Women’s small
$28.00

 

Haley Grunloh – n/a

46 – Submitted 31/05/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past faculty

Category: Other
Describe your process: Pysanky are empty eggshells dyed with a wax-resist process. Wire hooks can be easily attached so they can be hung as ornaments, or they can be displayed in baskets or on egg stands. They are painted with a clear glaze to make them shinier and more durable.

Assorted Chicken-egg pysanky
Chicken eggs, dye, clear glaze, wires for hanging
2.5 inches
$20.00

Duck Egg Pysanky (Fish)
Duck egg, dye, clear glaze
4 inches
$25.00

Duck Egg Pysanky (Orange Flowers)
Duck egg, dye, glaze
4 inches
$25.00

 

kelley solomon – Aquinnah Jewelry

45 – Submitted 31/05/2016

Killingworth, CT

Instagram: aquinnahjewelry
Links: www.aquinnahjewelry.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: I find rare vintage elements, beads, crystals, pearls, chains and findings that I have plated in 18K gold or sterling silver. I then re-purpose and combine them, and sometimes even deconstruct them, to create simple, refined, contemporary jewelry. Described as being organic, simple and worldly yet sophisticated. Inspired by nature, jewelry of other cultures and my favorite periods throughout art history.

All of the elements in my designs are vintage pieces, with the exception of some simple findings like chains & clasps that I buy new. I have all my pieces plated in Rhode Island. I also design my own custom shapes that I have cast in Rhode Island as well.

Vintage Starburst Locket with pearls, rhinestones and jet
Brass locket from the 1920’s, chain, and starburst piece plated in 18K gold and vintage pearls and crystals
Locket 1.5″ diameter and chain 38″
$150.00

“Royals” Necklace
Vintage brass elements plated in 18k gold
Necklace 20″ long
$125.00

Tribute to the Squash Blossom
Vintage brass hammered moons, circle charms & chain plated in 18k gold
21.5″ long
$164.00

 

Posey Bacopoulos – n/a

44 – Submitted 30/05/2016

New York, NY

Instagram:
Links: www.poseybacopoulos.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Clay
Describe your process: I am a studio potter working in NYC. My goal is to integrate form, function and surface in a way that brings a sense of excitement to my work. The pots combine thrown, altered and hand built sections which are made separately and then assembled. They are majolica on terra cotta. Majolica is a gaze tradition that began in the Middle East in the 9th century. Using this surface treatment, I strive for lively expression of line, pattern and color.

Gold Beaked Pitcher
Majolica on Terra Cotta, Gold Decal
9X8X5
$150.00

Oval Ewer
Majolica on Terra Cotta,Gold Decal
5X6X3
$74.00

Rectangular Serving Dish
Majolica on Terra Cotta, Gold Decal
2X12X6
$74.00

 

Marla Rudnick – Marla S. Rudnick Jewelry and Sculpture

43 – Submitted 30/05/2016

Rockville, MD

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: I knit fine silver into necklaces, earrings, pins, and bracelets using the needles of a double bed knitting machine. I make my findings for necklaces by fabricating them from sterling silver wire. I do use some ear wires that are purchased but everything else is hand made.

Gravity
Fine and sterling silver, fresh water pearls
21″x3″x0.25″
$350.00

To the Point Pink
Fine and sterling silver, freshwater pearls
19″x2″x0.25″
$375.00

Geo Triangle Earrings
Fine and Sterling silver
2″x0.75″x0.25″
$58.00

 

David Frank – David Frank Pottery

42 – Submitted 29/05/2016

Guilford, CT

Instagram:
Links: Facebook: David Frank Pottery & Blog: DavidFrankPottery.blogspot.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past faculty

Category: Clay
Describe your process: My work is handmade by me in my studio which is located in a barn on my property in North Guilford, Connecticut. I do not mass produce anything nor do I have help in making my items. Each piece is one of a kind. In addition, I have a gallery on the second floor of the barn that customers can come in person to purchase my work.

Blue Basket
Cone 10 Stoneware
8″ high x 8″ wide
$125.00

Bowl with Bucket Handle
Cone 10 Stoneware
3″ high x 7″ wide x 8″ wide (just the bowl, not including the handle)
$95.00

Flower of Four Bowls
Cone 10 Stoneware
12″ wide by 5″ high (the whole set of 4 bowls)
$325.00

 

Gar Waterman – West Rock Studio

41 – Submitted 28/05/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.garwaterman.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: One of a kind, all work done by the artist

Tin Men Candelabra
Welded Steel
19″x13″x8″ Each Candelabra
$3,800.00

 

Annie Chittenden – Annie Chittenden Textile Arts

40 – Submitted 27/05/2016

Westbrook, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past faculty

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: My decorative and functional textile baskets bring a contemporary twist to the ancient art of basketry. They are created using premium quality hand-dyed, hand-painted and “up-cycled” cotton fabrics and are available in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes. They are m摡⁥湥楴敲祬戠⁹桴⁥牡楴瑳眠瑩⁨瑡整瑮潩潴焠慵楬祴椠癥牥⁹敤慴汩‮慅档栠湡ⵤ畣⁴瑳楲⁰景映扡楲⁣獩映物汭⁹牷灡数⁤牡畯摮愠湩畤瑳楲污祬戠慲摩摥挠牯⁤湡⁤敳畣敲⁤楷桴愠猠畴摲⁹楺ⵧ慺⁧瑳瑩档‬敬癡湩⁧潮爠睡攠杤獥琠慲敶⵬樠獵⁴⁡浳潯桴搠牵扡敬映湩獩ⱨ椠獮摩⁥湡⁤畯⹴吠敨⁹牡⁥瑳牵祤愠摮愠瑴慲瑣癩⁥湥畯桧琠獵⁥癥牥⁹慤⁹潦⁲⁡慶楲瑥⁹景瀠牵潰敳ⱳ愠摮洠祡戠⁥楬桧汴⁹牢獵敨Ɽ瘠捡畵敭Ɽ猠潰杮摥漠⁲灳瑯挠敬湡摥愠⁳敮摥摥‮ਊ
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Sunrise Basket
Hand-dyed cotton batiks, poly cord, cotton thread.
10 x 10 x 4 inches
$85.00

Pond Whorl Basket
Hand-dyed cotton batiks, poly cord, cotton thread.
9 x 9 x 3.5 inches
$75.00

Pumpkin Seed Bread Basket
Hand-dyed cotton batiks, poly cord, cotton thread.
10 x 4 x 3 inches
$68.00

 

Leann Maxwell-Burr – La La Bliss Artisan Jewelry

39 – Submitted 27/05/2016

Colchester, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.lalabliss.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: I do NOT outsource any of my work.

I use Argentium Sterling Silver, and 14K Rose Gold Fill. My specialty is etching. I design, hand cut, form, solder, finish and polish all of my pieces myself.

Vintage Floral Statement Cuff Bracelet
Argentium Sterling Silver
16 gauge, 1 inch wide
$194.00

Halo Ring
Argentium Sterling Silver & 14k Rose Gold Fill
18 gauge x 3/8″ wide
$98.00

Amazonite Penant
Argentium Sterling Silver & Amazonite
20 gauge x 1″ in diameter
$114.00

 

Katherine Park – Katherine Park

38 – Submitted 27/05/2016

Hamden, CT

Instagram:
Links: Www.katherineparkfurniture.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Furniture
Describe your process: I do either limited or one of kind hand made wooden furniture exhibiting throughout the year in different craft shows and galleries.

I do take commissions.

Grace2-cherry
Cherry and birds eye veneer.
18″ x 18″ x 16-1/2″ high
$975.00

Grace2-walnut
Walnut and zebra wood
18″x 18″ x 16-1/2″
$975.00

 

Craig Bird – n/a

37 – Submitted 27/05/2016

Little Falls, NY

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: Everything is entirely handmade, decorated and fired by me, sole-authorship

Stoneware group of jars and bottles
stoneware, slips and glazes
up to 15″ tall
$89.50

Falling Leaves ware
terra cotta
various
$68.50

Various Terra Cotta Styles
terra cotta
up to approx. 20″
$89.50

 

Regina St John – Chena River Marblers

36 – Submitted 26/05/2016

Amherst, MA

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: We specialize in making fine marbled papers and marbled silks. With the papers, we bind simple books, notepads etc appropriate for gifts. Our silks are sewn into beautiful, ties, scarves and bowties.

Hand Marbled tie
silk
standard
$49.00

Marbled scarf
silk
10″ x 54″
$48.00

Edge-marbled Journal
marbled paper, edge-marbled book block
7.5″ x 5.5″x 1″
$35.00

 

Nan Adams – Nan Adams Art

35 – Submitted 26/05/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.nanadamsart.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: Printed at Tyco, I use photoshop, scanned watercolors and printmaking to design my greeting cards.

Greeting Cards
White Card Stock and Envelope
4.25″ X 5.5″
$3.50

Greeting Cards
White Card Stock and Envelope
4.25″ X 5.5″
$3.50

Greeting Cards
White Card Stock and Envelope
4.25″ X 5.5″
$3.50

 

Delores Fortuna – Fortuna Pottery

34 – Submitted 23/05/2016

Galena, IL

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Clay
Describe your process: no outsourcing – I am the maker in all aspects of my studiopractice starting with making my clay to firing to packing for shipment

Yellow Teapot w/wire handle
porcelain
13″ x 8″x5″
$155.00

floopy bowl
porcelain
9″x13″x13″
$145.00

Fig platter
porcelain
4″x18″x18″
$215.00

 

Cecile R Keith – CJK Brassworks

33 – Submitted 22/05/2016

Englewood, TN

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: Jim and I work together in our studio to create Brass, Copper and Sterling Silver Functional and Durable Servingware. Using traditional Silversmith and Shellforming techniques we work with sheet brass and copper and brass rods for the handles.

Designs are cut with a scroll saw, spoons are hollowed in a wooden stump with ladle size holes and then finished by planishing (hammering) the spoons.

Butterfly Ornate Pie Server
Brass
2 1/2″W x 8-9″L x 1 1/2″ D
$93.00

Helping Hands Salad Set
Brass
Ea: 4″ W x 9-10″L x 1 1/2″D
$192.00

Italica Ornate Pie Server
Brass
2 1/2″W X 8-9″L X 1 1/2″H
$89.00

 

Drew Mingolello – Look and Sea

32 – Submitted 21/05/2016

Stratford, CT

Instagram: look_and_sea
Links: www.etsy.com/shop/lookandsea

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: I create whimsically inspired nautical designs, with a touch of country at times. I use anything from sea glass, crushed glass, seashells, polymer clay, and anything else I see fit to make my designs as sweet as can be.

Poppies
Polymer Clay, Resin, Acrylics, Glass Beads
9-1/2L x 11H.
$80.00

The Fourth
Recycled Pottery Shards, Crushed Glass, Resin
13L x11H x 1D
$100.00

The Lake
Polymer Clay, Driftwood, Crushed Glass, Moss, Pottery Shards, Artificial Flowers, Acrylics
8×10
$120.00

 

Jenn Liddiard – Joyo

31 – Submitted 18/05/2016

Scituate, MA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopjoyo/
Links: http://www.shopjoyo.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: Joyo is run by husband and wife team, Damian and Jenn Liddiard. We make wood jewelry, accessories, and small home goods by combining cutting edge technology with traditional handcraft techniques. Combining Jenn’s background in graphic design and jewelry fabrication and Damian’s background as an architect, we work at the intersection of art and technology to create clean, modern pieces.

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Metropolis Cuff Bracelet
Walnut wood, aluminum, ultrasuede
2″ wide, 7″ diameter
$65.00

Sunrise Waves Earrings
Maple wood, paint, 14k gold-filled components and wires
1.5″ long
$39.00

Crescent Necklace
Maple wood, paint, 14k gold-filled chain
18″ long, 1″ wide focal piece
$44.00

 

Hayne Bayless – Sideways Studio, LLC

30 – Submitted 18/05/2016

Ivoryton, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.sidewaysstudio.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past faculty

Category: Clay
Describe your process: I’m a studio potter making one-of-a-kind and short-run production, hand-built stoneware. All work is functional, food-safe, and dishwasher-safe. All work done on premises.

Aperitif Cups and Tray
hand-built white stoneware and matt black glaze with resist brushwork
7″ x 7″ x 2″
$160.00

Teapot with Hinged Lid
hand-built white stoneware with stenciled colored slips
11″ x 12″ x 4″
$400.00

Place Setting
hand-built stoneware with stenciled black slip and copper matt glaze
e.g.: large platter: 15″ across

 

Samantha R Nania – Samantha Nania Jewelry

29 – Submitted 17/05/2016

Riverside, CT

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthananiajewelry/
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: Each piece of jewelry is designed and hand-carved/fabricated by Samantha Nania. Her work is mostly made of lucite, sterling silver and various types of wood. Almost all pieces incorporate some type of linear inlay (usually made out of turquoise and sterling silver) in order to give a sleekness and elegance to the wood.

Silver Inlay Earrings
Sterling silver and cedar wood
10mm x 4mm x 38mm
$150.00

Turquoise Inlay Bangle
Turquoise, walnut or cherry wood
$170.00

Curved Inlay Neckpiece
Sterling silver, cedar, lucite
$275.00

 

Kellie Dunne – Lowe Bow Originals

28 – Submitted 17/05/2016

Plantsville, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I complete every part of the production process from material and thread selection to creating and finishing our product. We do not out source any of our work. I create and offer 5 different styles of bow ties from original patterns used at the inception of this 3rd generation business. We offer adult & junior sizes, self tie, adjustable and clip on. Clip ons come in 4 different styles and 2 different sizes, junior & little tyke.

Newport Style Gingham Aqua & Navy Reversible Adult Adjustable Self Tie Bow Tie Medium Butterfly Style
100 percent premium cotton gingham
37 in x 3 (widest point) x 1 cm
$50.00

Paint Splash Adult Adjustable Self Tie Bow Tie Medium Butterfly Style
100 percent premium cotton
37 in x 3 in (widest point) x 1 cm
$50.00

Preppy Yellow & Light Blue Plaid Adult Adjustable Self Tie Bow Tie Skinny Butterfly Style
100 percent premium cotton
37 in z 2.75 in (widest point) x 1 cm
$50.00

 

Liz Pagano – na

27 – Submitted 16/05/2016

new haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current faculty

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: all work is hand made except chains.

reticulated pendant
sterling silver
aprox 2″ x 2″
$200.00

reversible pendant
sterling silver
aprox 2.5″ round
$200.00

copper disc earrings
copper/sterling silver
aprox 3″ round
$68.00

 

liz and Hayne Pagano and Bayless – Sideways & Askew

26 – Submitted 16/05/2016

new haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current faculty

Category: Furniture
Describe your process: Sideways & Askew artful illumination is a collaboration between Liz Pagano and Hayne Bayless

Everything is made by hand..well except the bulbs and cords and such.

double curve lamp
steel clay paper (encaustic design)
aprox h 24″ x w 30″
$1,200.00

Torrone lamp
steel concrete paper( encaustic design) string
aprox h 24″ x w 10″
$800.00

really tall lamp IV
concrete steel paper( Encaustic and ink design)
aprox h 6′ x w 15″
$2,000.00

 

Amy Meltzer – Antrim Street Studio

25 – Submitted 15/05/2016

Cambridge, MA

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I hand dye silk with Shibori techniques to make scarves, shawls, neck ties, bow ties and other accessories, in a wide range of colors and designs. My methods include folding and clamping shapes to the fabric, or wrapping the fabric around a pole or rope, before submerging it in a dye bath. I hand mix all my colors from powdered, professional grade, non toxic dyes. I conserve energy in every step of my work, and power my studio with solar panels. Some of the fabric cutting and sewing (for the neck and bow ties and rosettes) is done by part time assistants who are students at Mass College of Art. All work is done in my studio either by me or under my close supervision.

Hand dyed shawl with leaf design
Silk and colorfast dyes
22″ x 90″
$120.00

Hand dyed Neck Ties
Silk and colorfast dyes
3″ x 60″
$96.00

Hand dyed Bow Ties
Silk and colorfast dyes
2.5″ x 4.5″
$78.00

 

Ryan Dolan – ryandolanart

24 – Submitted 13/05/2016

Meriden, CT

Instagram: @ryantimothydolan
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Clay
Describe your process: All work is made and finished by myself in my studio.

Smoke Fired Vessel
Ceramic
Approx. 10″x10″
$275.00

Naked Raku Vessel
Ceramic
11″x10″
$220.00

Saggar Fired Bottle
Ceramic
12″ tall
$180.00

 

Nicole Golden – Pea Soup

23 – Submitted 12/5/16

Laughlintown, PA

Instagram: nicolemgolden
Links: www.peasoupgoods.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Mixed media
Describe your process: Every item is hand made.

“Jingle” Ornament in White
wool, wire, thread
4 1/2 inches tall
$22.00

“Woodland Santa” Ornament
wool, wire, thread
5 inches tall
$22.00

“Christmas Eve” Ornament in white
wool, wire, thread
4 1/2 inches tall
$22.00

 

Nancy Martin-Mathewson – Morningstar Metalworks

22 – Submitted 9/5/16

Mount Vision, NY

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Jewelry
Describe your process: My husband and I are the artists/designers. The November Sky line is designed and created in our studio in NY and was inspired by the gorgeous sunsets we see right outside our studio door every November. We start with sheet copper and the pieces are cut into various shapes with either a shear or with our proprietary punches made just for our designs by Art in our studio. The brass is applied using an oxyacetylene torch, and then the surface is polished. Two coats of industrial lacquer are applied to protect the final finish. We do not make the 14 kt gold filled ear wires or the chain in house.

Sunset Necklace & earrings set
Copper and brass, with 14kt gold filled findings.
Set: Necklace is 1 1/2″ , earrings are 1″
$70.00

Rectangle Sunset necklace and earrings set
Copper and brass, with 14kt gold filled findings.
Set- Necklace 2″ x 1″, earrings are 1″ x 1/2″
$68.00

Teardrop earring, pair
Copper and brass, with 14kt gold filled findings.
1/2″ x 3/8″
$21.00

 

RobynSusan Pelszynski – RobynSusan Wearable Arts

21 – Submitted 9/5/16

Spring Hill, FL

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: All Art pieces include bamboo yarns, fabrics and fine made ribbons layed out in a colorful collage then sewn together in a clear or colored fiber web. All of these wearable art pieces are one of a kind and have a soft luxurious drape.

All items are handmade fabric made by RobynSusan Wearables, nothing is outsourced.

Contemporary Lavender Scarf
bamboo yarn, fabric pieces and ribbons
9 x 72
$100.00

Traditional bamboo yarn scarf
Bamboo yarn and ribbons
9 x 72
$100.00

contemporary wrap
fabric, bamboo yarn and ribbons
18 x 72
$175.00

 

Marcela Staudenmaier – n/a

20 – Submitted 4/5/16

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links: http://www.marcelastaudenmaier.com/news.html

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: Marcela Staudenmaier is an architect and childrens book illustrator. Each piece of art is an original design by Marcela Staudenmaier. She takes advantage of her architectural model making experience to create this unique three dimensional cut paper art. Every component is hand cut and glued together. All artwork is made with lightfast, acid-free color paper. All backing is acid-free.

Please, visit her website for more information or contact her directly to receive more images of her work.

http://www.marcelastaudenmaier.com/

marcela@marcelastaudenmaier.com

Good Morning
Cut paper
16″ x 10″ x 2″-deep
$1,990.00

Across the Oceans
Cut paper
22″ x 16″ x 0.5″-deep
$1,590.00

The Giant Squid
Cut paper
20″ x 18″ x 7″-deep
$1,800.00

 

Paula Garille – Elmshade Glass

19 – Submitted 3/5/16

Uxbridge, MA

Instagram:
Links: www.elmshadeglass.com

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: I am a glass artist currently specializing in kiln-formed glass (I have done stained glass for many years too). I cut all of my own glass, design and fuse the pieces to make whatever end product it may be: dinnerware, lamps, home decor, ornaments/sun-catchers, or many other items.

Glass flow sculpture
Glass
8″ x 8″ x 6″
$150.00

Water/River Bowl
Glass
15″ diameter
$140.00

Birch Tree glass art display
Glass
10″ x 16″
$100.00

 

Janet Brodie – Janet Beth Brodie/ Rubberstamper

18 – Submitted 29/04/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past faculty

Category: Paper
Describe your process: I make it all myself .

Nothing is outsourced

Paper doll puppet
Paper and metal and plastic brads
3×12-15 ”
$12.00

Fabric flower pin
Fabric and plastic and metal brads
3×3″
$8.00

Calendar
Paper and yarn
3×20-24″
$12.00

 

Jennifer Knapp – Nutmeg Naturals, LLC

17 – Submitted 27/04/2016

Higganum, CT

Instagram: www.instagram.com/nutmegnaturals
Links: http://www.connecticutmag.com/Connecticut-Magazine/December-2015/The-2015-Ultimate-Gift-List/

Past CAC exhibitor: No
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I am a self-taught needle felter and wet felter. I enjoy making practical items, such as wool dryer balls, but I love devoting time to making unusual and whimsical felted items, such as needle felted cupcake pincushions, baby mobiles, or wearable pins. All designs are my own – I do not use templates – and all items are slightly different, making them one of a kind. I love bright, bold colors. All work is made by me, by hand.

Thank you, Mary, for your email request to apply!

Wool dryer balls, set of 6
coopworth/corriedale wool
softball size, weight is approx 1.5 oz each
$36.00

Needle felted matryoshka doll
coopworth/corriedale wool
3 inches long, 2 inches wide
$30.00

Needle felted fox ornament
coopworth/corriedale wool, string
1.5 inches in length and width
$15.00

 

cindy walsh – red rover clothing co.

16 – Submitted 26/04/2016

framingham, MA

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: Handmade clothing and accessories. Design, make patterns, cut and sew in my studio with help of two assistants.

Dublin Jacket
rain wear
xxs-2x
$258.00

Mica coat and hat
Polartec and ultrasuede
xxs-2x
$395.00

ruby coat
polartec and ultrasuede
xxs-2x
$295.00

 

Christopher Swift – Swift Farms

15 – Submitted 25/04/2016

Mansfield, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: All of our products are handmade at our small, family farm in Mansfield, CT. We do not outsource any of our work!

We offer 100% Beeswax Candles in over 50 varieties from tapers and tealights, to pillars and votives, as well as holiday shapes and specialty styles.

4 Pillar Candles
Beeswax
2-3″ x 6″
$28.00

Various Taper Candles
Beeswax
7/8″ x 8-10″
$14.00

Christmas Inventory!
Beeswax
2″ – 9″
$20.00

 

Miya Cline – The Paper Crane

14 – Submitted 24/04/2016

Portland, OR

Instagram:
Links: www.thepapercraneorigami.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Paper
Describe your process: I hand fold each piece and then dip the jewelry into a lacquer to preserve and waterproof. I use Japanese papers, almost exclusively and do all the work by hand and do not outsource any.

Crane Earrings
Paper
1 1/2 ”
$22.00

Crane Mobile
Washi Paper
9″ x 36″
$29.00

Crane Wheel Ornament
Washi Paper
3 1/2″x 1 1/2″
$28.00

 

Daniel Fitzmaurice – Creative Arts Workshop

13 – Submitted 21/04/2016

New Haven, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: Test

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454
$4.00

 

Elizabeth Rubidge – The Felted Garden

12 – Submitted 19/04/2016

Westport, CT

Instagram:
Links: www.feltedgarden.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I hand make everything using mostly hand dyed silk and wool. Using the traditional wet felting method, fiber is laid out and warm soapy water is applied. Friction is then used to begin the process of fusing the fibers together to form a non woven fabric.

My pieces are created with design and texture in mind, so each piece is unique, adding both whimsy, sophistication, color and style.

Julia Scarf
Wool and Silk
16 X 60″
$130.00

Stacy Scarf
Hand dyed silk and wool
13 x 66″
$100.00

Cora Scarf
Silk and Wool
16 x 62″
$130.00

 

valery Guignon – guignon designs

11 – Submitted 16/04/2016

Winnsboro, TX

Instagram:
Links: www.guignondesigns.blogspot.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: Hand dyeing and painting silk fabrics

sewing.

pattern design

I have local seamstresses complete some of my clothing items

poncho
silk
medium
$210.00

slit side top
silk
large
$210.00

Kimono
silk
large
$210.00

 

Caron Miller – caron miller collection

10 – Submitted 13/04/2016

santa barbara, CA

Instagram:
Links: www.caronmiller.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: Source fabric by attending textile trade shows. Design and manufacture all creations.

Shimmer Wrap
Rayon Blend Crushed
24 ” x 90″
$72.00

Velvet Scarves
Silk Liner, Silk Rayon Velvet
10″ x 70″
$80.00

Double Tknit Wrap / Scarf
Rayon Tknit, 5% Spandex
28″ x 80″
$84.00

 

Margo Petitti – Margo Petitti, Inc.

9 – Submitted 12/4/16

Fall River, MA

Instagram: @margo_petitti_inc
Links: www.margopetitti.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: All of the fabric is sourced from the finest Italian mills, wool, cashmere, silk, etc. It is then cut and pieced in my studio in Fall River, MA. Everything is limited edition or one of a kind, making each piece special and unique.

Thad
Cashmere, silk, & wool patches. 100% cashmere back.
10″ x 80″
$230.00

Jeb
Linen, silk, & wool front. 100% wool back.
9.75″ x 72″
$145.00

P. Square Q
100% wool
10″ x 10″
$48.00

 

Ann Brauer – Ann Brauer Quilt Studio

8 – Submitted 12/4/16

Shelburne Falls, MA

Instagram: www.instagram.com/annbrauer
Links: I will send later. Note I also plan to exhibit many of my smaller items.

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Fiber
Describe your process: I love to work with color and fabric. To create my quilts I carefully select thin strips of cotton fabric and piece them through the batting onto the back to create abstract landscapes. The bindings are all hand finished. In some of my recent quilts, I intensely quilt on top to give even more substance and texture. I do all the work myself in my studio in Shelburne Falls, MA.

ocean sunrise
cotton, cotton batting,
40×58″
$2,400.00

Five flames–sold separately
cotton, cotton batting, looped tape
Each quilt is 13×40″
$400.00

Teal table runner
Cotton, cotton batting
13×40″
$195.00

 

Rachelle Castiglione – SugarPopCrochet

7 – Submitted 11/4/16

New Haven, CT

Instagram: @sugarpopplushies
Links: www.etsy.com/SugarPopCrochet www.facebook.com/sugarpopcrochet www.shanalogic.com/rachelle-castiglione

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Past student

Category: Toys
Describe your process: I create collectible plush toys in crochet. My line of plush is called Sugar Pop Crochet. The toys I design and make are intended for “kids” of all ages. My line includes, first and foremost, dolls and bears intended as collector’s pieces. The line also includes plushes intended as playthings, as well as plush ornaments, and wearable plush accessories. All the plushes are my own original designs, and all are made from start to finish with my own hand, in my tiny crochet room. Each design begins as a drawing, and I then draft the stitch pattern and proceed to stitch and sew and stuff the piece. A surprising amount of sewing and embroidery goes into making each piece come alive. I add jewelry findings as needed: for example, I add jump rings and ball chains to items meant as bag charms, and I add jump rings and ribbon loops, or ornament hooks, to items meant as ornaments. Some plushes contain plastic safety eyes that are, per the manufacturer, suitable for ages 3 and up. I do notate this warning on my items’ tags. I exhibit and sell my work at multiple shows and fairs, year round. I sell work on a consignment basis at the Internet retailer shanalogic.com, and also locally at Muldoon Landscaping in Coventry, CT and Moon Rocks Gourmet Cookies in Hamden, CT. I also have been an etsy seller for several years. It was my great joy and honor to participate in the Celebration of American Crafts in 2014. I’m thrilled to once again add my work to such a renowned and prestigious event, here in my own beloved hometown.

Starlite Mints, Set of 2
Acrylic yarn, plastic safety eyes suitable for ages 3 and up, per manufacturer and noted on item’s tag
4 inches wide
$32.00

Sailor Octo
Acrylic yarn, plastic safety eyes suitable for ages 3 and up, per manufacturer and noted on item’s tag
6 inches tall
$42.00

 

Jessica Eveleigh – Treefort Naturals

6 – Submitted 11/4/16

Colchester, CT

Instagram: Treefort Naturals
Links: www.treefortnaturals.com

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: My handcrafted cold process soaps are made from scratch with local, organic and sustainable ingredients. All recipes and designs are my own.

Soap cutting and labeling is sometimes done by an assistant.

Treefort Naturals Soap
Plant based soap – vegetables oils and butters, herbs and botanicals
3.5in x 2.5in x 1in
$6.50

Treefort Naturals Soap
Plant based soap – vegetables oils and butters, herbs and botanicals
3.5in x 2.5in x 1in
$6.50

Treefort Naturals Soap
Plant based soap – vegetables oils and butters, herbs and botanicals
3.5in x 2.5in x 1in
$6.50

 

Bill Burch – Pinzette Glassworks

5 – Submitted 11/4/16

Berkeley, CA

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: None of the above

Category: Other
Describe your process: As ethical as possible.

Creamers
Glass
4 to 5 inches
$54.00

Pitcher Sugar Sets
Glass
2.5 to 5 inches
$88.00

Pinzette Glass Grouping
Glass
2.5 to 8 inches

 

Test Test – n/a

4 – Submitted 1/4/16

newere, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: No

Test
Test
Test
$67.00

 

Test Test – n/a

3 – Submitted 1/4/16

newere, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: No

Test
Test
Test
$67.00

 

Test Test – n/a

2 – Submitted 1/4/16

newere, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Paper
Describe your process: No

Test
Test
Test
$67.00

 

Daniel Fitzmaurice –

1 – Submitted 23/03/2016

Milford, CT

Instagram:
Links:

Past CAC exhibitor: Yes
CAW relationship: Current student

Category: Book Arts
Describe your process: Test

Test
Test
Test
$8,765.00