Updated: 3 days ago
I often get asked for recommendations for local artists because I meet so many at events. This is a collection of artists and vendors that I have met that I love, and you might love, too!
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Updated: 3 days ago
Rashmin is one of those people that quite literally wears her heart on her sleeve. As a genuinely sincere person, her art reflects those qualities in abundance. She began creating beautiful, hand-crafted clothing that focused on comfort and beauty, with luxurious (but affordable!) natural fabrics that could make women feel seen and celebrated! Her vision for Devi is to provide busy women with gorgeous, body-positive clothing that transitions effortlessly from everyday life to moments of self-care. In addition to prioritizing comfort and inclusivity, Rashmin is dedicated to collaborating directly with skilled artisans to ensure fair wages and support their craft. She approaches her business with a personal sense of responsibility that starts with considering the needs of her customers, but follows it with being intentional and deferential to the artisans and their skill that make these designs come to life. I loved reading her Substack article about what very real considerations she weighs when making these decisions.
Her works feature bhutta block prints that are celebrations of nature,
combining the colors and saturation of spring, the seasons, flowers, and the ocean. She is inspired by the beauty around us, and takes that inspiration into the ancient art of block printing, capturing designs that are both timeless and practical. What makes her special is the dedication and care that goes into every stage of the process. Her works are a labor of love. You can see more of her fabrics and the process on Instagram @DeviforLife or Facebook.
The last few years I have tried to do my gift shopping at the events that I do, so that I'm giving a truly one of a kind gift, something unique that can't be picked up at a big national department store. Something hopefully thoughtful, different, and useful! And in particular to my local friends and family, something that makes the world a little better.
When I first met Eugene and Danny they were making artisanal soap (that I LOVED!). I knew they had a native garden and were on the annual native garden tour, but I never got a chance to see it in person! Their passion for growing native flowers became a labor of love, creating a calming oasis in their backyard where native plants thrive. All are organically grown, non-GMO, without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. And all home grown!
Their garden became a source of joy and calm for them during the pandemic, and (literally!) grew into an idea of being able to share the love of native plants with others. It makes the perfect gift for that nature lover, and a healthy choice for hearty, native plants that will thrive.
Danny and Eugene are definitely two amazing artists that I love! More than that, just incredible human beings. I have planted my poppies already, and their beautiful set of 8 was the perfect gift for my loved one with a deep love of nature.
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