Hodge Podge Farm - Cal Patch has worked as a designer for Urban Outfitters, run her own shop in Brooklyn, and co-founded and taught at MAKE workshop, a hipster craft school. She currently teaches multiple crafts at numerous New York locations, writes articles and books on crafting, and does freelance design for various clothing companies, artists, museums, and advertising. And, of course, as Hodge Podge, she creates her one-of-a-kind clothing! Cal lives in Accord, we hope that you’ll stop and see her in space #40! She’s got amazing handmade clothing—including crocheted hats and cowls, hand-dyed silk and wool scarves, mason jar cozies, and other goodies!
Check out these talented makers who are joining us at our first annual Hudson Valley Hullabaloo! (Check out the blog for more makers features, coming soon!)
Naughty Bird Designs – Valerie embellishes her one-of-a-kind hand knit and felted bags and purses with vintage buttons, baubles, and brooches. She offers unique holiday, wedding, and everyday designs in a variety of styles and sizes. She’s heading to Hullabaloo from Hillsdale NY, so stop and see her at space #25!
Rock ‘n’ Roll Art School by Cookie – Cookie is from Kingston where he tattoos, draws, paints, and rocks out! He’ll be selling his collection of artwork, including prints, posters, buttons, and tattoo flash sheets, inspired by rock ‘n’ roll, horror, and pop culture in space #16 at Hullabaloo. His work makes unique gifts for any music or horror fan!
Seventh Cloud Studio – Because each piece is completely unique, often incorporating upcycled vintage elements along with high-quality semi-precious stones, Courtney’s jewelry is “not just one-of-a-kind, it’s once in a lifetime.” Whether you pick out a dramatic statement piece or a classic everyday accessory, each Seventh Cloud Studio necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings, is something no one else will ever own.Courtney is also a freelance copywriter and marketer, helping out as a co-organizer of Hudson Valley Hullabaloo. She grew up in Kingston and lives nearby in Ulster Park. Stop and see her jewelry in space #15!
We’ve got your gift list covered. Here are three more makers who are joining us at our first annual Hudson Valley Hullabaloo! (Check out the blog for more makers features, coming soon!)
Meerwiibli by Sarah-Maria – Sarah-Maria lives in Phoenicia and runs her shop The Tailored Mermaid (home of Meerwiibli and friends) in Beacon. Her clothes and accessories are created from her own designs and hand-sewn with great attention to detail. The result is a unique collection of colorful, eclectic pieces that are both flattering and comfortable. Meet Sarah-Maria and her beautifully crafted work in space #10 at Hullabaloo!
Rebecca Peacock Jewelry – Rebecca uses precious metals and fine-grade stones to create rings, earrings and necklaces that are delicate but elegantly edgy with a classic, modern appeal. Rebecca lives and works in Kingston and will be in space #11 at Hullabaloo. Check out her diamond-structure necklaces and earrings! (P.S. Yup, it’s perfectly acceptable to purchase a gift for yourself!)
Melissa Mandel – Melissa, who studied printmaking at SUNY New Paltz, lives in New Paltz, NY where she creates drawings and etchings, screen-printed gifts, and stuffed animals from her original designs. She has also provided illustrations for CD covers, posters, websites and more. Check out Melissa’s work in space #28 (in the Spiegeltent!) at Hullabaloo for gifts for the kids and whimsical art-lovers on your list!