VISIT THE VIRTUAL SHOPS OF OUR MEMBER ARTISTS:
Veronica Riley Martens
I create unique jewelry using ecofriendly products, primarily tagua nuts from the Amazon rainforest. With a background in interior design, I love to combine interesting textures, colors and shapes — Veronica Riley Martens
Anastasia Mak Art
My paintings are inspired by destinations. They originate from photos and sketches that I capture while traveling, or exploring Chicago. They combine bright colors and abstract / geometrical forms with compositions containing buildings, trees, or landscapes — Anastasia Mak
Kiku Handmade
I make colorful + contemporary coasters + serving pieces by screen printing designs onto colorful sheet glass, then fusing in a kiln. My pieces feature bold graphics, botanical drawings, pop-culture personalities + iconic city landmarks, and are as functional as they are pretty — Laurie Freivogel
Deana Rose Handmade Jewelry
Combining color and texture is my passion. Using semi precious stones, pearls and wire, I create simple and elegant jewelry that is personal and timeless. My hope is that it brings light and joy to your world — Deana Rose
Swedeeva
I believe that what you wear reflects who you are, and it is a great way to express your own individuality. Creating and designing feed my spirit, and the bonus comes when I find a person who appreciates my sense of detail, and who finds enjoyment in wearing my accessories — Eva Nye
Sue Rosengard Jewelry Design, Ltd.
My timeless designs in silver, gold and black are engaging, unique, and affordable. Inspired by the modernist movement, the elegant and understated sculptural designs are perfect for the modern woman and are intended to be enjoyed for a lifetime — Sue Rosengard
Wired Resistance
Working with companies and recycling centers to collect reclaimed and surplus materials, I transform these unusual components into industrial-chic, handcrafted jewelry. Many are limited editions, or one of a kind. - Melissa Kolbusz
Daisy Bags
I manipulate fabric while playing with textures & colors to create one of a kind fiber handbags. A modern take on traditional techniques of appliqué & quilting are used to give each bag its distinct characteristics — Jill Scales
Of Nature
This jewelry is created from natural objects that are electroformed in copper and other metals. They are bead-blasted and finished with layers of patinas and/or illustrated with colored pencils — Sandy James
Sara Lenart Jewelry Design
I hand fabricate my pieces using natural stones, interesting objects, and mixed metals with an intentional, simple esthetic inspired by contrasting textures and unique color combinations. My goal is elegance with a slight edge, hoping that energy is passed along, inspiring meaning
— Sara Lenart
Judy Zeddies
My work takes an uncommon look at everyday objects. Whimsy and nostalgia mix with shape, color and texture to draw the viewer in to closely examine my work and the daily objects around them. The rhythm of repeated lines, overlapping patterns and colors fascinates me — Judy Zeddies
Ladysmith Jewelry
My work is wearable nostalgia. I create new life out of old items including chandelier crystals, autograph books, diaries, vintage pieces and flea market finds. I find inspiration in the ways that jewelry can spark memory and play the role of souvenir — Amy Butts
Rapt in Maille
My stainless steel jewelry combines traditional patterns of chainmaille with contemporary decorative elements and a modern, urban design sensibility. When designing, I like playing with the idea of masculine vs. feminine. I weave, measure, cut, and assemble everything by hand — Melissa Banks
Itty Bitty Mini (M)art
Fine art miniatures with a little levity. — Margie Criner
Michele A Friedman Designer Metalsmith
Fabricated jewelry in oxidized sterling, 18k Bi-metal & set with my wool felt "stones". I developed a technique to achieve my goal of incorporating color, pattern & texture into my work by manipulating wool felt into shapes and then treating them like actual stones — Michele A. Friedman
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Mary Laskey Enamel Designs
I enjoy designing jewelry pieces that are easy to wear, yet eye-catching and distinctive. My collection of glass enamel and metal jewelry unites bright pops of color, organic textures and bold patterns to create a vibrant contemporary style — Mary Laskey
StellaLily
I started StellaLily in 1992 as a photography studio. In 2011 I expanded my business to include hand transfers on marble and resin art featuring my photographs. I strive to find beauty in everyday scenes and create a contemporary presentation of a classic art form — Juana Ryan
Sharon Sears
I enjoy applying traditional stained glass techniques in non-traditional ways to create unique pieces of functional stained glass art that include jewelry, coasters, picture frames and mirrors. Jewelry items include earrings, necklaces brooches and barrettes — Sharon Sears
Jewelry by Venus
Fabrication is my primary style of creating wearable art jewelry. I invent bold and contemporary works using: Sterling Silver, 14 kt Gold, vibrant gemstones and some found objects. I find my organic inspiration comes from nature, and my bold contemporary side is influenced by modern architecture. I am compelled by both ever producing forces.
nancy gardner ceramics
Pottery is fundamental to my life. I can't figure out why everyone isn't making pots all the time. Nothing is more satisfying than making something from dirt. Across all cultures and all of human history, ceramics express the human facility for creativity — Nancy Gardner
Strong Wear
My hats are all about travel. I want to look good, be comfortable and have my hats work in many different situations. Keeping you dry in the rain, earflaps for the cold and all machine washable. That’s Strong Wear! — Kate Strong
Stylish Girl
Stylish Girl is lovingly handmade in my Chicago home studio with a trio of dovetail collections. The crochet, metal and gemstone collections begin with various metals and gemstones and mix crochet, wire wrapping, and metalwork techniques to create unique vintage-inspired but easily wearable jewelry.
Felt Inspired
I love to experiment with textile techniques, giving them a contemporary spin. All garments are made with natural materials and created via felting, sunprinting or shibori. Many pieces are reversible and can be styled a number of ways.
Lisa Williams jewelry
I love the process of nurturing a piece from start to finish, watching it evolve and experiencing the tremendous fulfillment of seeing someone wearing and enjoying it — Lisa Williams
Kinaloon
Original, hand silk-screened paper goods—cards, prints, wrapping paper, and notebooks. I started Kinaloon with the idea that my paper goods would become art: every image on every product uses original artwork which is hand-drawn, inked on mylar, shot to screens and then silk-screened by me. It’s exciting to see that people really respond to the paper goods and appreciate them for exactly what they are…art— Barbara Raidl
Doom Street Eats & Puffs of Doom
I love food – creating it, sharing it, and eating it. I utilize inspiration of flavors from across all cultures and a love for classic meals to create non-traditional cream puffs, street food for Doom Street Eats, and cheffed-up meatball/gravy dishes for Papa Luke’s Gravy Balls — Rebecca VanderKloot
Amy Taylor Jewelry
My jewelry is entirely hand fabricated from silver and gold with an emphasis on movement, mechanism and unique hinge-work— Amy Taylor