Waldorf Handcrafters' Market Day 2011

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Waldorf Handcrafters' Market Day 2011
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Type: Community
Date: Friday - 11/11/2011
Time: 10:00 AM
Location:
Honolulu Waldorf School
350 Ulua St.
Honolulu, HI 96821
Cost: Free to public; $50 for vendor booth space.

Waldorf Handcrafters' Market Day is a promotion and celebration of the unique and varied handcrafters in Hawaii. Hosted by Honolulu Waldorf School, Handcrafters' Market Day invites artisans and shoppers to come together under the majestic Monkey Pod trees on the Niu Valley campus and discover the hidden treasure that is Waldorf School. With its strong tradition of teaching handcrafting as a cornerstone of the curriculum from gr...ades K-12, Waldorf Schools are a Mecca for artists of all mediums.

Come to the Niu Valley campus at 350 Ulua Street on Friday, November 11, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and experience the rich culture of handcrafting. Enjoy pre-Thanksgiving holiday shopping for unique, one-of-a-kind gifts and treasures that are both practical and beautiful. Stop by one of several hands-on booths and discover your inner handcrafter with introductory lessons and do-it-yourself kits available for purchase. Enjoy delicious and healthy menu items from our juried selection of food and beverage vendors. You won't be disappointed. Easy and plentiful street parking and convenient access to restrooms ensures a fun day for the whole family. Contact Pia Solywoda at 255-5200 or piar@hawaiiantel.net for a Vendor's application or for more information.

The list of participating vendors grows bigger every week. Check back frequently for updates:

Folk Petals will blow you away with delightful and oh so realistic floral jewelry pieces. Olivia Spaulding knows how to craft love and quality into every piece. Fans of Chan Luu leather wrap bracelets will fall in love with this booth. Come learn the secret of weaving your own custom handcraft wrap bracelet. This is an immersion experience you won't want to miss.
www.etsy.com/shop/folkpetals <http://www.etsy.com/shop/folkpetals>

Francisco Clemente is one of the finest woodworkers in Hawaii and is featured in the book, "Contemporary Hawai'i Woodworkers." Visit his booth and see how the ordinary becomes extraordinary in the hands of this master of the wood turned and carved, traditional and not-so traditional bowls and objects. Customers find it difficult to choose between the many and varied beautiful pieces and often resort to buying multiple items. Shop here early or you might miss out. www.hawaiicraftsmen.org/FranciscoClemente.htm

Kyote Designs: Go to www.kyotedesigns.com to explore a newly patented, smart, sexy sustainable jewelry line created by entrepreneurial bombshell, Kimberly Ruchaber. Modular Jewelry designs made from recycled metals and other objects. You will want more than one piece from this incredible collection.

Hawaii Origami Club: Immerse yourself in the art of folding paper into surprising shapes. This is not just for kids. Club members will be teaching the craft and selling delightful origami sculptures. www.meetup.com/HawaiiOrigamiClub/

Il Gelato: Dirk knows how to make Sorbet and Gelato using the freshest local ingredients. Il Gelato offers some of the best, handcrafted frozen dessert treats on the planet. You will go back for seconds and fortunately, there is a take-home option.
www.ilgelato-hawaii.com

Zorbella: Are you ready to go green and greener? Zorbella creates succulent floral arrangements in re-purposed containers. Succulents are low maintenance plants that sometimes thrive on neglect. A low energy plan in a re-purposed container that's beautiful to boot! www.facebook.com/pages/Zorbella-Hawaii/176491542411587

WB Leather will hand tool leather bracelets on the spot to create a personalized, one-of-a-kind gift that's sure to please. Sharing the booth with WB is Koa Joe whose fine Koa wood products are as priceless as the wood from which they are crafted.
www.koajoes.com

Mixed: Newly transplanted from Guam to Hawaii, Drew Murphy uses a variety of materials that call to him and creates a collection of exquisite hand bags that will call to you. Stop by his booth and share some aloha. www.facebook.com/mixedbtq also: www.mixedbtq.etsy.com/

Creations By Shell will help you "hold everything" in style with her original designs in diaper wipe cases, first aid kits, checkbook covers, napkin holders and more.

Holly Wild Ware: The name says it all; jewels and accessories made with aloha and with beads and pearls, semiprecious stones and sterling silver and all good things. There's even some bling for your fans in the form of hand-beaded fan pulls.

Ohana Girl will make you squeal with delight over some of the nicest combinations of aloha and solid print fabrics used in the original creations of pillows, baby blankets, handbags, coasters, and so much more. www.etsy.com/shop/brenda1977

Laia: Girls Hair never had it so good. Laia Girls features some of the nicest handcrafted hair accessories ever. Make a simple yet bold statement with one of these treasures.

Sand Gems Hawaii uses sand to create unusual, serene designs that are beautiful and practical. Check out the pendants, pillboxes, magnifiers and more. www.flickr.com/photos/sandgemshawaii

Simply Wood Studios is the place to buy fantastic pens that are crafted using exquisite, exotic woods from trees that have grown in countries throughout the world. He uses Koa too. www.simplywoodstudios.com

Pareu De Tahiti: Real plants and the sun's magic are used to create truly authentic graphic designs on vibrant pareus. Shop also for lovely mother-of-pearl jewelry and accessories. Nothing says Hawaii and Tahiti quite like these handcraft items. www.pareutahiti.com

Nilma Hunter Creations: Silver and Gold reclaimed and re-purposed and lovingly brought to new heights of beauty in the creation of these handcrafted jewelry items. www.nilmahuntercreations.com

Wee Wonders: Just in time for the holidays, Wee Wonders brings you exquisite capes for adults and children, handmade dolls and toys, fancy aprons, bags, and holiday ornaments and gifts.

BeeLoved Candles: 100% beeswax candles and Beloved Jewels. Mara Marin Loves Beeswax and she minds hers so well, the love truly comes through in every piece. Visit this booth and pick up an autographed copy of her new book, "Be Still and Know."

Makiarts: Waldorf's own, Bonnie Yamamoto handcrafts felt dolls and accessories in colors so rich, you will want to decorate the house with them after your children are done playing.

Sewing the Seeds will delight your practical senses with hand-made
pot holders, handbags, nap mats, lunch bags and more.

Patrice Federspiel: The Art Of Aloha has never looked so good. Patrice offers original watercolor paintings, prints and cards in the spirit of aloha with bold and brilliant strokes of genius. This is soul food for the eyes. www.artofaloha.com

Noelani Designs is dripping with good taste. Handcrafted jewelry that is simply elegant and begging you to wear it. You can be very good to yourself at this booth. www.noelanidesigns.com

Jessica Landau specializes in murals, paintings, glass blown art work, serving ware, and ornaments. Gorgeous pieces and she will gladly talk to you about the blank walls in your home that are begging for a mural. www.jessicalandau.com

Kaleimaeole Latronic has a name that is hard to forget and handcrafted jewelry pieces for which the same can be said. Visit her booth under the monkey pod tree. www.96712jewelry.com

Paint the Town features original, hand painted designs on fine wood-ware. Colorful, useful, must-have items; key hooks, jewelry holders, ring bowls, gift boxes, and more.

Floral Artistry: Brenda Wong brings you lovingly handcrafted embroidered towels, bags, blankets, cookies, water bottles, Christmas pins photos. Sharing the booth space is Michelle Freitas who will handcraft your arms and face with artistic glitter tattoos.

Hawaii Handweavers’ Hui will show you how to weave fine wovens and you can even try your hand at creating a friendship bracelet and other woven works of art. Immerse yourself in Handcrafting at Handcrafters!

Lynn’s Treasures: The only thing more lovely than Lynn is her jewelry. Simple elegant designs for all ages.

Plush Design: Kyra Chun Hand stamps sterling silver jewelry, and crafts wood décor, hair feathers, handbags clutches, and other accessories.

Joli Joli Designs and Eliana Designs: Visit Keala Kim and Jennifer Vosberg for the finest handcraft Jewelry, flowers, necklaces, earrings, hair accessories and bracelets.

Regina Dang Jewelry: Assets favorite teacher brings you some of your favorite handcraft jewelry and crochet pieces. This is a rare appearance.

Waggin' Bakery: Every dog's favorite handcrafter comes to Waldorf School, bringing his own special blend of dog food and treats and fantastic accessories for your best friend. www.wagginbakery.com/indexwb.html

Emily's Art Glass: Straight from Kailua to Waldorf, Emily's hand blown vases, bowls, beverage glasses, sculptures and ornaments are show favorites. With last year's participants asking if Emily will return with her famous sets of wine glasses, it's a pleasure to announce: She's back! www.emilythomasartglass.com/Emilys_Art_Glass/Emilys_Art_Glass.html

Bliss Bakery: Kathy Masunaga brings home made fruit spreads and pies to make this year's event extra sweet. Shop early to secure your favorite flavor. www.blissbakeryhonolulu.com

Tamsden Fox Art: Who knew that a simple vegetable could be so beautiful and useful. Gourd art, lamps and ornaments, jewelry, Hawaiiana, petraglyphs, pillows and more. So much beauty in one little booth.

Quetzalcoatl: Guillermo Martinez is renowned worldwide for his handmade American Indian flutes, crafted at his studio in Modjeska Canyon. Stop by this booth to welcome him to Hawaii and experience his visionary approach to traditional musical instruments. www.quetzalcoatlmusic.org

Chocolate Granola never tasted so good. Visit this booth for delicious home made granola, handcraft leather jewelry and some fun handcraft activities for the kids. This is a really fun booth!

Mono Mio: Gorgeous handcrafted textile goods for mothers and children.

The Knotty Lady brings Racket Art to Waldorf! So many people ask me, "Is the Notty Lady coming??" Now I can finally say, "Yes!" Stop by her booth and see for yourself why she's a handcraft favorite.

Val Loh Designs offers recycles fabric bags and gorgeous sterling and gold filled jewelry using gemstones, pearls and shells.
www.hapahale.com/blog/2010/6/30/introducing-val-loh-designs.html

Hungry shoppers and vendors will want to head for Waldorf Restaurant Rowe, conveniently located in the parking lot facing the Market Place:

Le Crepe Cafe will satisfy the sweet or the savory taste lover with the lightest, most delicate crepes ever. Watch while the chef expertly creates a mouth-watering flat delicacy on the special round griddle in just a few short minutes. Come to this booth for lunch and dessert.

Da Spot has baklava that can make you cry. Really. Experience some of the finest and healthiest Middle Eastern food on Oahu at Da Spot. Save room for the balkava and ask for a Kleenex.

Il Gelato: Dirk knows how to make Sorbet and Gelato using the freshest local ingredients. For the best handcrafted frozen dessert treats on the planet, stop by Il Gelato. You will go back for seconds and fortunately, there is a take-home option.
www.ilgelato-hawaii.com

Cha Cha Cha uses some of the finest and freshest local ingredients and plenty of Aloha to create healthy Mexican dishes.

Healthy Gourmet Beverages brought to you by the Senior Class of Honolulu Waldorf High School. Send these kids to Europe for their educational class trip abroad, while refreshing yourself with a specialty handcrafted beverage. Great refreshing product and a great cause to boot.

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