2019 Vendors:
(still more to come! check back soon!)

All She Wrote Notes is a calligraphy and hand lettering studio on a mission to spread happiness through handwriting. She creates cheerful and colorful gifts that feature positive and encouraging messages made to put a smile on your face. The founder, Maghon Taylor, is an award winning artist and best-selling author of Happy Hand Lettering, which she will have available to sign and personalize on site for all of the creative hearts on your list!

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ArcBARKS Dog Treat Company was conceived and developed by The Arc of Greensboro, Inc., to provide vocational training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Under the direct supervision of trained leadership staff, arcBARKS chefs are introduced to all aspects of baking and packaging our preservative-free dog treats. Some chefs participate in storefront sales, and some perform supervisory and bookkeeping functions. All chefs have the opportunity to accompany the leadership staff on sales calls, off-site sales events, and speaking engagements. As chefs gain confidence and transferable job skills, they are counseled about options for competitive employment in the larger community.

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At Blossom & Gauge, you can find unique, handcrafted jewelry created from lightweight, tarnish-free aluminum. Light as a feather, you can wear large earrings or statement necklaces with complete comfort and a weightless feel. And, you will never waste time polishing your treasured pieces because aluminum does not tarnish. They will stay beautiful and shiny for years to come! You can be sure that each piece is thoughtfully designed and crafted with an eye for quality workmanship and a flair for color and individuality.

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Cottage Lane Kitchen is a family business producing heirloom recipe, multi-award winning spicy pepper relishes. The traditional, Get Me a Switch, is sweet and peppery, while the modern flavor, Cape Fear, is fruity and spicy. All fresh NC peppers are chopped and slow-cooked in apple cider vinegar with no sodium. Relish...Every Day!

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Cotton Creations carries all sorts of whimsical embroidered items, from towels, to pillows, to table runners, and more. Check them out at Merry Merry Market!
Creative Cotton Designs is the maker behind The Funky Knit Skirt©: the comfiest, funkiest skirt for ladies of all ages. Handcrafted in North Carolina in limited batches, so no two are exactly alike. All materials are sourced exclusively from the US. Come and find the perfect one for yourself and every lady on your gift list; even comes in doll sizes so that your littlest lady can match with her favorite toy! Newest lines also include kimonos, cardigans, and tanks.
 
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Doora Ceramics combine artist Doreen Jakob's passion for clay and textiles. Her work explores what common objects can mean to us. Each piece brings together one-of-a-kind collage and functional design. Doreen makes functional ceramics that tell stories and are infused with meaning by building collage works and layering multiple materials–vintage laces, embroidery, plants or even packaging materials–on clay.
 
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Emily Brooks Designs is inspired by the stories of people and the places where they come from. Born in Raleigh, Emily has a passion for her roots and the beauty of the local community. A painter, calligrapher, designer, and the founder of Emily Brooks Designs, Emily is based out of her studio in Raleigh’s Warehouse District. Many of her products feature illustrated maps of NC cities, including prints, postcards, magnets, mugs, and ornaments.
 
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While in college at UVA, Erin took jewelry design classes at the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC and fell in love with the process of creating jewelry. She uses semi-precious stones, sterling silver, organic forms, textures, glass, freshwater pearls, wood, and unique materials to create one-of-a-kind jewelry. These materials help to create jewelry which is classic but also modern and unique.

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Erin Solomon Art (formerly Prissypots) creates an assortment of brightly colored, whimsical gifts! For Merry Merry Market, expect to see hand-carved and hand-painted wooden ornaments and nativity scenes, as well as other holiday art. Erin will personalize ornaments for you on the spot, so bring your shopping list for friends, family, teachers, neighbors, and more!

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Founded in 2018, Fête & Folly designs feature specialty treasures carefully handcrafted in the North Carolina Piedmont. Each unique piece is made one by one, embellished with individually selected details. Enjoy Fête and Folly pieces in your home, and as gracious one-of-a-kind gifts for friends and loved ones.

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Flicker Hand-Crafted Soy Candles are each made by hand by Greensboro native, Emily Dowtin. Flicker offers many delicious scents and a cleaner burn which can instantly enhance your home.
The Giving Crusade is a little book with a BIG mission: to teach children that giving a little can do a lot! The book’s unique format empowers young children to give back and get involved in making their community – and their world – a better place. Visit their table at Merry Merry Market to get a perfect gift for all of the little ones in your life!

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Grace and Elm offers a variety of unique farmhouse chic and rustic wood signs. The signs range from minimalistic word signs to larger, three-dimensional LED backlit pieces. All art is handmade, and each piece can be customized to fit your décor. At Merry Merry Market, expect to see Lit Rustic Christmas Trees, Wood Signs with Raised Words, Tic Tac Toe Boards, Christmas Countdown Signs, and more!

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Homemade in small batches, Granolicious granola is chock full of organic oats, nuts and natural flavors. No preservatives. No additives. Just whole grain goodness being good. Offered in several flavors and sizes, Granolicious granola is packed with flavor with just a hint of sweetness. Donna has several flavors, including orange pecan (her best seller!), gingerbread, mocha chip (with or without nuts), peanut butter chocolate chip, original, or pumpkin spice (seasonal).
Hannabells brings adorable, whimsical Christmas treats to Merry Merry Market! Her hand-painted angels, snowmen, ornaments, and other home décor are sure to brighten your gift-giving spirits. Come see her!

HJT Woods strives to take the beauty of each piece of wood and find the most appealing way to present it. At Merry Merry Market, HJT Woods will bring some furniture pieces, as well as decorative boxes, jewelry boxes, frames, and amazing stone-filled pendants made from Sweetgum Balls. Come see him and talk to him about any custom work you may need!

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Hooper’s Market makes the most delicious homemade gourmet sauces. Currently, they have four flavors: Fra Diavolo, Tomato Basil, Marinara, and Vodka Cream. They also have a new addition to their line: BBQ Sauce! Come see them at Merry Merry Market for a unique gift for the foodie in your life!

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Hudson & Lee Honey Simple Syrup is an all-natural company, using organic ingredients and no sugar, just honey! Honey makes a fantastic cocktail, just substitute honey simple syrup in any cocktail recipe. It makes a delicious Margarita, Sangria, Mojito, Moscow Mule, and Mint Julep to name a few popular drinks. They currently have two flavors, Original Honey flavor cocktail mixer and Ginger Spice Honey Simple Syrup. Hudson & Lee also features a cocktail gift set which includes a mason jar cocktail shaker, deluxe bar towel with perfect margarita recipe printed on it, and a bottle of honey simple syrup.

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Karla Taylor Designs features whimsical hand sewn pillows and aprons, painted canvas, magnets, Christmas ornaments, and postcards. Many of her designs feature uplifting, cheerful sayings or North Carolina silhouettes.

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Katie Anderson (formerly The Blissful Willow) is a fine artist working in a variety of mediums, including acrylic, watercolor, and encaustics. In addition to her beautiful paintings of flowers, nature, animals, and environmental scenes, Katie also celebrates you with custom portraits of your home, your people, or your pets. Because life is art.

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Kim Burroughs is an art instructor at Greensboro Day School. He enjoys creating beautiful, functional pottery for everyday use. All of his work is food safe. At Merry Merry Market, he will also have special holiday items, such as sculpted Christmas trees and ornaments.
Kennedy and Eve is a maker of handcrafted wallets, bags, and accessories made from high quality textiles like waxed canvas, vegan and sustainable cork, and designer cottons. 

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Get ready for holiday company! Ladyfingers Caterers returns to Merry Merry Market with plenty of frozen gourmet-to-go entrees and their signature brown sugar butter country ham rolls. They are also a full-service catering company that specializes in cocktail parties, wedding receptions, elegant dinners, corporate lunches, upscale brunches and more at the client's destination of choice. Ladyfingers doesn't just bring delectable foods, they bring the silver service, as well!

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Lewie & Berg specializes in handmade vintage-modern baby gifts and gear. Her products range from crochet toys like octopuses, llamas, cacti, and sunshines, to several styles of fabric and crochet teethers, bowties, and hats. This year, she also plans to bring fun crochet items for mom!

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Macarons by Aline creates handcrafted French macarons in a variety of colors and flavors for every occasion. They offer gift boxes, macaron towers, and party favors. Like them on Facebook for seasonal flavors and monthly features.

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Greensboro artist Meredith B. Scott specializes in acrylic, oil, and mixed media paintings on canvas. For Merry Merry Market, expect to see gift-sized box canvases of angels and crosses, as well as a variety of other subjects. Visit her Facebook page for a small sampling of her beautiful work!
Milk Street Soap makes handcrafted, organic soaps that bloom joyful essential oil blended scents around you in the shower! Their bars bubble BIG, rinse clean, and leave you feeling nurtured and perfectly supple. Located on Ocracoke Island, NC, Milk Street Soap is also a maker of scrumptious butters and green-living products for baby, family, and home. They invite you to one of the BEST showers of the year...

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The photographer behind Miscellanee, Kristine Remlinger, has a passion for the ocean, horses, and nature. She brings gorgeous prints of her original photos mounted on canvas, wood, and ceramic tiles.

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Oh, Little Wren creates handmade whimsy for you and your littles. Their products include laser cut wooden decor pieces, DIY kits, toys, and more. With everything that they make, they aim to add a bit more joy to the world and encourage play and imagination.

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Our State Store offers unique North Carolina-inspired gifts that reflect the sites and symbols of our state. Their goal is to provide products that shoppers will love as much as they love Our State magazine.

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Peanut & Piglette creates custom invitations, stationery, and personalized gifts. Based in Greensboro, NC, she designs fun, unique products using high-quality materials to make that perfect invitation, adorable stationery, and splurge-worthy gifts. All of her products are designed, assembled, and packaged by hand in her home-based studio. At Merry Merry Market, Peanut & Piglette always has an array of special Christmas ornaments, thank-you note packs, and other perfect holiday gifts.

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Pen-Demonium turns exotic and domestic woods and acrylics into pens (both fountain and ball point), as well as gorgeous kitchen tools and other handy gadgets. Visit his booth at Merry Merry Market!
Piemonte Farm specializes in Farmhouse Goodness, from artisan cheeses, to gourmet jams and jellies, to lavender products for your home or bath and body. They make everything in small batches with love, care, and attention to detail.
Pink Bull Press is a children's book company that currently features two titles. All books are written by Carey Pahel, and illustrations are also by local artists. Rufus The Mild-Mannered Bull follows the journey of Rufus, a pink bull, who will use his kindness and differences to try to save the day! I Wish I Had an Otter is a spirited rhyming book teaching about a variety of animals, who may or may not be suitable for a family pet. 

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Pure Stella Skin Care creates handmade botanical skin care for the whole family. Their products include facial oils, body oil, scrubs, lip balms, and coffee-infused scrub and eye serum. Proprietary blends of botanical ingredients and essential oils are thoughtfully handcrafted in their Charlotte, NC, home. With small-batch production, they can ensure consistent quality, resulting in skin that enhances your best self. Everyone, regardless of age and skin type, deserves to experience the power of plants on their skin.
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A Quiet Life Handmades specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry and scarves that you won’t find in any big box stores. All of her pieces are a colorful addition to any wardrobe. Some of Tina’s favorites include wire-wrapped jewelry and loom knit infinity scarves.
Jay Kenerly has been a wanna-be author for over 40 years, and finally decided to do something about it. A financial services consultant by day, he spends as much of his free time as possible chasing (or being chased by) his kids. Jay married “out of his league” in 2001, and today he and his wife Rosemary live in Greensboro, NC, with their four children, one dog, and one very hungry cat. He will be bringing his four popular books, 'Twas Christmas Eve Eve, Treats (for cats) and Treats (for dogs), and The Penny and The Pig, to teach the magic of a "penny saved."

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Everyone needs a notepad! Shoestring Studio’s original designs are affordable, fun, and functional. Notepads, notecards, to-do lists, and gift tags feature whimsical illustrations and verses. Artist and notepad-maker Karen Cook also creates hand-felted Santa ornaments–they are adorable to hang on a tree or sit on a shelf!

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Silver and Other Stories is a maker of elegant sterling jewelry, with precious and semi-precious stones. She also sometimes mixes in glasses, copper, and freshwater pearls.
SKP Ink is a spunky little shop based out of Raleigh, NC, that is filled with hand-drawn creations for your enjoyment. Sarah and Drew are the silly fools behind this bad joke business. Sarah is the illustrator and maker of cards, and Drew is the maker of coasters. Together they come up with sayings to make you laugh. 

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Sotia Alimonos arrived in New York City from Athens, Greece, to continue her studies at the world acclaimed Parson's School of Fashion Design. Sotia's beautiful accessories have been found in some of the world's most stylish boutiques and department stores, such as Barney's New York, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Nordstroms, and many more. Now a resident of Greensboro with a home-based studio, Sotia brings her handmade couture accessories to Merry Merry Market, including scarves, wraps, capes, ponchos, and vests.
Spare Time Designs makes colorful holiday door décor, including wreaths and bows, as well as tree toppers and mailbox swags. They are also excited to accept custom orders, so come see them about your special holiday design.
A Special Blend aims to serve a great cup of coffee while achieving a greater goal by providing employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Having a job gives people a sense of dignity, purpose, belonging, and acceptance. Their mission extends further than just a job or a cup of coffee; they believe customers will be inspired and positively changed by their interactions with their employees. Their hope is to create a loving community that values all people. At Merry Merry Market, A Special Blend will be selling cups of coffee, gift bags of coffee, and some gift items.

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The Storyteller's Apprentice is a full-color illustrated fantasy novel for middle grade girls. There are short fairy tales woven into the overall coming-of-age story whose tagline is "Everything has a name. Everything has a story." The book is beautifully bound with an embossed cover. They also sell blank notecards featuring illustrations from the story.

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Sylvia and Vivian’s Jewelry designs feature natural gemstones with hammered copper made from different sizes of tubing, sheet, and wire. All pieces are one-of- a-kind, handcrafted originals.

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TableScrap creates beautiful pieces with salvaged, antiqued materials, plus a few new pieces and parts. Their work includes one-of-a-kind tables, benches, frames, hooks/hangers, and other unique gifts and home décor.
Tobi's Bakery makes all of their baked goods from scratch following recipes collected from family members and during 8 years living in Europe. Using local products and organic ingredients whenever possible, their baked goods include two European style yeast breads and Scottish Gingerbread and holiday cookies. All baked goods are sold beautifully packaged in bags for the customer to enjoy or to give as a gift.

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Wendy and Company delight in celebrating life occasions and life milestones with you. Wendy and her daughters join you in making life's everyday moments special moments by clothing babies and pets in accessories that reveal their personality and style.