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Cathy Raef-Dunnigan
Sauk Centre, MN
Art by CARD
Painting & Drawing
Instagram @art_by_card
Facebook @artbycard
I am a native Chicagoan who now calls Sauk Centre home. As a landscape artist working in acrylic, oil, and color pencil, I like to bring people to a specific place and time. My husband and I are avid travelers and photographers. These photos serve as references for much of my work. When possible, I take time for plein aire painting or drawing. My award-winning work has been displayed in galleries in Minnesota and Illinois and I have been featured in Color Pencil Magazine. My art is owned by collectors across the country. I serve on the board for the 510 Art Lab in Sauk Centre and Artify Sauk Centre, and am a member of the Alexandria Art Guild and Outdoor Painters of Minnesota.
Nichole Jensen
Brandon, MN
Nichole’s Creations
Fabric
Instagram @nicholes.creations
Facebook @nicholescreations
Email nicholescreations@yahoo.com
I have been crocheting for 20+ years and make high quality creations. I make everything from plush toys, baby accessories, beanies, and scarves, to dishcloths, bags and sweaters! I use the best yarn and most of my items are washable!
Lily Felling
Sauk Centre, MN
Treasures of Hope
Fabric & Jewelry
Instagram @treasuresofhope23
Facebook @treasuresofhope23
Email Treasuresofhope23@gmail.com
treasuresofhope.square.site/s/shop
I started my business hoping to be able to spread hope while doing something I love. I handmake all of my items. It started with rosaries and jewelry and slowly expanded to crochet items and silicone items! I love what I do and hope to make an impact on others while doing it!
Laurie Holman
Sauk Centre, MN
Suuri Essentials & Knots
Fabric
Instagram @suuriessentialsandknots
I draw from my skills, old and new, as a macramé artist. I was introduced to the fiber art in the mid-1970’s in HomeEc class, and rediscovered my love for it 6 years ago. Last year I added 3D Sculpture to the things I love to create. I enjoy weaving and knotting fibers to create stunning and intricate designs, blending creativity with skill to craft unique and beautiful pieces of décor and wearable art.
Lydia Noble
Brooten, MN
Glass & Mixed Media
Instagram @lydianibsnoble
Three years ago, I made the decision to sober up, and it transformed my perspective on art. My approach became more focused and serious, yet I found myself even more driven to create quickly. To celebrate my sobriety, I enrolled in a local stained glass class, which sparked my fascination with glass art. However, my impatience and desire for imperfection led me away from stained glass and toward mosaics, a medium I’ve been exploring for the past year and a half. At first, I viewed mosaics as a fast and spontaneous process, but over time, they’ve taught me invaluable lessons in patience. From carefully crafting designs to selecting the right colors, waiting for glue to dry, and allowing the grout to set, I’ve come to appreciate the intricate and mindful nature of this medium—more than I ever expected.
Barb Lewis
Belview, MN
Barb Lewis Design
Upcycled Art
Facebook @barblewisdesign
Barb Lewis offers handmade, one-of-a-kind creations crafted from beads, repurposed jewelry, and thrift store finds, including Tree Danglers, Suncatchers, Bookmarks, Solar Patio Decor and decorations for potted plants or flowers and fairy gardens.
Daniel Smith
St. Joseph, MN
Daniel Smith Pottery
Pottery
Instagram @danielsmithpottery
I'm Daniel Smith, a potter living in St. Joseph, MN. I make pottery with local clay and ash glazes at the Saint John's Pottery. The studio's model of working with deep respect for our local and global environments inspired me to pursue a life in clay, and to continue in a tradition of making functional wood fired pottery for everyday use.
Janel Bieniek
Bowlus, MN
Janel Bieniek’s Cards and Crafts
Paper Crafts
Facebook @JanelBieniek’sCards&Crafts
I am a medical biller by day. I craft in my free time. I incorporate styles of cute, humorous, quirky, and weird into my creations. All items are created with love and caffeine. My hope is that my artwork will bring joy to the world.
Claudia Forsberg Lodermeier
St. Joseph, MN
Claudsclay and Cards
Pottery
My name is Claudia Forsberg Lodermeier. I enjoyed teaching for my career.
Pottery, Watercolor and Stitchery are my favorite forms of art. I am retired and live with my husband in country by St. Joseph, Mn. Showing my work and having someone appreciate it as a functional piece of art is special.
Ryan Massmann
Albany, MN
Painting
Etsy @massmannfineart
Instagram @massmannfineart
"I am a young artist from Albany, Minnesota who has been painting with oils for two years. My paintings focus on the fundamentals, elevating my work through contrast and emphasis. I generally paint landscapes but have experience with people and animals. Though I am new to the craft, all of my pieces show both skill and passion."
Shelley Jenninges
Fargo, ND
SSJennsCups
Resin Tumblers
Facebook @SSjenns Cups
https://www.ssjennscups.net
I have been making resin tumblers for over 5 years. It is my full time job and I love what I do. We are proud that our business has grown so much. We participate in many events throughout the year.
Kyle Sayovitz
Sauk Centre, MN
Sayovitz Woodworking
Wood
Instagram @sayovitz_woodworking
My name is Kyle Sayovitz with Sayovitz Woodworking, I create different wood products, and find much joy in taking raw materials and turning them into something new and creative.
Anthony Wingard
Morris, MN
MT Designs Woodworking
Wood
Facebook @MT Designs Woodworking
Our names are Anthony and Megan Wingard and our focus when we build our items is creating items that will last and can bring smiles to families’ faces. Our other main goal when creating the products is maintaining a professional look and creating everything by hand and not using machinery to create items.
Tara Root
Sauk Centre, MN
Jewelry & Painting
Growing up in Pasadena, California, my parents helped me further my art at a very young age. While in grade school, my mom would take me to an Asian art center to take classes. In high school, I majored in art and was given an art scholarship in 1972. I continued to study art at Pasadena City College and then worked for the art department, mostly for the photography department. The last schooling I had was at LA Trade Tech, taking fashion design and illustration.
I started making belts and hats in Los Angeles and then started my own jewelry line. Next I opened a tea room/vintage clothing boutique where I sold my jewelry. I’m still having fun making jewelry and doing fabric art. Other passions of mine are watercolor and plein aire painting.
Pam & Patrick Ryder
Fairfax, MN
JR Creative New Creations
Wood
Facebook @JR Creative New Creations
We are a small family team working together to see what we can create. Patrick first designs our flags on his computer then makes the program for our CNC to cut them our. He runs the machine changing the bits when needed for the design and makes sure the machine is following his plan. Once finished they are hand sanded, hand stained and colored then 4 coats of shellac is applied. Once they are dried we put a hanger on the back and stand offs.
Laurie Connolly
Clarissa, MN
Mystic Fiber
Fiber & Glass
I use silk, wool and leaves to create beautiful scarves, journal covers, small books, hat bands and many other items.
Brandy Beste
Sauk Centre, MN
Stills by Brandy Beste
Photography
Specializing in nature photography from Minnesota and our local area.
Richmond, MN
Serenity Homes
Jewelry, Wood, Painting
"I make jewelry and wood tables while in AZ for the winter months."
Megan Bryan
Paynesville, MN
Happie Hippie Design
Jewelry
All that I do and create blooms from the beauty and inspiration I find in nature. It brightens my soul, fills my cup, and creates a connection that brings out the best in me. My hope is that it does the same for you.