Holiday Show

DC Craft Mafia is proud to present

The UNusual Suspects Arts & Crafts Festival
The Anastasi Room
5020 Battery Lane
Bethesda, MD 20814

Saturday, November 3, 2007
12pm to 8pm

50+ Amazing Vendors
Donate $1 to The Washington Humane Society
and get one doorprize ticket!


Vendor Gallery

Accessories | Children's Goods | Clothing | Fine Art | Handbags
Home Decor | Jewelry | Paper Goods | Toys | More

Accessories
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AmpliFiche Roma
sterling silver and gemstone necklaces. Booth 17
   
blacksheep modifications
DIY screen printed tshirts, vintage/punk aprons, modified thrift finds, printed vintage hankerchiefs, and handmade ties. Booth 54
   
Cleo Dee's
Anthropomorphic squids of various sizes, embroidered patches, squidified clothing, and grocery totes. Booth 7
   
Darling Company
Darling Company is an earth friendly design company specializing in handmade fashions, handbags and housewares. I use recycled, vintage and new materials to create one of a kind products. Booth 42
   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more! Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
George Ryan
I am really focused on handmade silver jewelry, found object jewelry, applique and sewing. I have studied jewelry design at the Corcoran School of Art and Design and I am a self taught sewer. Booth 41
   
heidiroland
Daring earrings! Unique earrings crafted from original photographs, leaves, feathers, and textiles. Booth 23
   
KnitKrypts
Custom sewn chic, haute, affordable aprons. No two are alike. Booth 22
   
Maggie Sue Designs
Accessories for Fun & Function! Handmade fabric handbags and accessories for women, totes for children, gifts for babies, hair accessories, home decor and more. Custom order requests are always welcomed. Booth 24
   
Miyasol
One of a kind (each) handmade handbags inspired by architecture and nature. Booth 28
   
Modern June
Hip stuff for the cool housewife. I design handmade aprons based on vintage aprons from the 40\'s, 50\'s and 60\'s. I carry Woman\'s men\'s and children aprons. I have matching housewares to match. One of my favorite fabrics oilcloth I also use a lot of retro prints. I also have a handbags and wallets crafted out of my beloved oilcloth. New items for Christmas 2007 include holiday aprons, stockings and trees skirts. Booth 36
   
oblinaknit
handmade (sewn and knit) accessories (handbags, scarves, petwear) as well as knit wire jewelry - i.e. chokers and bracelets. Booth 13
   
Oh Dear
Oh Dear handcrafts cute and hip clothing and accessories for men and women. I crochet, sew and applique, gocco, make buttons, among other fun tricks that I've got up my sleeve! Booth 20
   
Orange Square
Decoupaged Glass Plates. Booth 50
   
Polly Scoots
Polly Scoots is devoted to creating handmade, scooter-themed and inspired products. My work includes an eclectic mix of items for the home, the road and the scooter enthusiast. Items include: buttons, cards, charms, scarves, hand-colored photographs, belt buckles and barware. Booth 46
   
See Katie Sew
I am really inspired by vintage fabrics and patchwork quilting. I mainly sew handbags and accessories, but have also been trying my hand at miniature quilts. Booth 34
   
Spunky Buttons / Lady Tulle
Fancy aprons and tasty dog treats!
   
The Palace of Varied Industries / Scarves by Helen
"Palace of Varied Industries": small art (paintings, cut paper, 3-D scenes), painted furniture, painted/decoupage jewelry boxes. "Scarves by Helen": wool scarves made of recycled, felted sweaters. Booth 48
   
Trashed Clothing
A unique variety of domino jewelry, pin up goodies, screen printed and embroidered shirts for men and women, and fun items for the home.
Booth 16
   
 
Traveling Rhinos
handspun yarn, knit + felted accessories and plushes, supplies for spinning + felting, quirky wired + vintage jewelry and accessories. it's all created by me, it's usually colorful and/or cute, and often a little odd. Booth 52
   
UglyKitty
A variety of crafty creations including paper goods, housewares, magnets, sewing adventures (more commonly known as aprons, totes, and pincushions), and buttons. Booth 18

Children's Goods
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DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more! Booths 2, 3, & 4
   
Maggie Sue Designs
Accessories for Fun & Function! Handmade fabric handbags and accessories for women, totes for children, gifts for babies, hair accessories, home decor and more. Custom order requests are always welcomed. Booth 24
   
Modern June
Hip stuff for the cool housewife. I design handmade aprons based on vintage aprons from the 40's, 50's and 60's. I carry Woman's men's and children aprons. I have matching housewares to match. One of my favorite fabrics oilcloth I also use a lot of retro prints. I also have a handbags and wallets crafted out of my beloved oilcloth. New items for Christmas 2007 include holiday aprons, stockings and trees skirts. Booth 36
   
The Palace of Varied Industries / Scarves by Helen
"Palace of Varied Industries": small art (paintings, cut paper, 3-D scenes), painted furniture, painted/decoupage jewelry boxes. "Scarves by Helen": wool scarves made of recycled, felted sweaters. Booth 48
   
 
Red Prairie Press
Hand Screenprinted apparel w/ originally drawn designs. Booth 14

Clothing
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Aashmaa Creations
India inspired designer clothing and accessories high quality fabric and work. Booth 10
   
blacksheep modifications
DIY screen printed tshirts, vintage/punk aprons, modified thrift finds, printed vintage hankerchiefs, and handmade ties. Booth 54
   
Cleo Dee's
Anthropomorphic squids of various sizes, embroidered patches, squidified clothing, and grocery totes. Booth 7
   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more! Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
Modern June
Hip stuff for the cool housewife. I design handmade aprons based on vintage aprons from the 40's, 50's and 60's. I carry Woman's men's and children aprons. I have matching housewares to match. One of my favorite fabrics oilcloth I also use a lot of retro prints. I also have a handbags and wallets crafted out of my beloved oilcloth. New items for Christmas 2007 include holiday aprons, stockings and trees skirts. Booth 36
   
Oh Dear
Oh Dear handcrafts cute and hip clothing and accessories for men and women. I crochet, sew and applique, gocco, make buttons, among other fun tricks that I've got up my sleeve! Booth 20
   
 
Red Prairie Press
Hand Screenprinted apparel w/ originally drawn designs. Booth 14
   
Trashed Clothing
A unique variety of domino jewelry, pin up goodies, screen printed and embroidered shirts for men and women, and fun items for the home.
Booth 16

Fine Art
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Bees Knees Studio
I make tiny paintings that make me giggle! I have 200+ 2" paintings on paper in a range of silly subjects (as well as nice pretty ones of flowers for your mom). I also have larger paintings, digital prints and greeting cards. You could say I'm an art machine, baby.
Booth 30
   
Big Art Show
   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more! Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
 

Peter Malinoski Art
humorous outsider paintings on 12"x12" canvas. Booth 8

   
 
Sarah Pei's Paintings and Pearls
Original water color paintings, hand-made pearl jewelry. Booth 33
   
 

Twin Pixie Studios
I am a mixed media jewelry and collage artist. My work is inspired and informed by my experience as an art therapist and mother. I use words, images, and humor to tell universal stories of human experience. I also incorporate found objects and personal images in my mixed media jewelry. All pieces, including resin images and silver charms, are hand made by me, and each piece is one of a kind. In addition to my original paintings and jewelry, I also sell giclee prints and blank greeting cards. I'm currently working on a collection of whimsical clocks featuring vintage papers and photos. Booth 15

Handbags
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As If Bags
Handmade brightly colored fabric handbags and accessories. Booth 40

   
Darling Company
Darling Company is an earth friendly design company specializing in handmade fashions, handbags and housewares. I use recycled, vintage and new materials to create one of a kind products. Booth 42
   
 

KelCity Bags
fun, funky, fabric bags of all sizes. all bags are handmade. Booth 38

   
Maggie Sue Designs
Accessories for Fun & Function! Handmade fabric handbags and accessories for women, totes for children, gifts for babies, hair accessories, home decor and more. Custom order requests are always welcomed. Booth 24
   
Miyasol
One of a kind (each) handmade handbags inspired by architecture and nature. Booth 28
   
Modern June
Hip stuff for the cool housewife. I design handmade aprons based on vintage aprons from the 40's, 50's and 60's. I carry Woman's men's and children aprons. I have matching housewares to match. One of my favorite fabrics oilcloth I also use a lot of retro prints. I also have a handbags and wallets crafted out of my beloved oilcloth. New items for Christmas 2007 include holiday aprons, stockings and trees skirts. Booth 36
   
oblinaknit
handmade (sewn and knit) accessories (handbags, scarves, petwear) as well as knit wire jewelry - i.e. chokers and bracelets. Booth 13
   
 
Red Prairie Press
Hand Screenprinted apparel w/ originally drawn designs. Booth 14
   
See Katie Sew
I am really inspired by vintage fabrics and patchwork quilting. I mainly sew handbags and accessories, but have also been trying my hand at miniature quilts. Booth 34

Home Decor
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Art-In-Glass Productions
Glass: bowls, coasters, dichroic glass jewelry and other housewares made of glass. Booth 21

   
Darling Company
Darling Company is an earth friendly design company specializing in handmade fashions, handbags and housewares. I use recycled, vintage and new materials to create one of a kind products. Booth 42
   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more! Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
George Ryan
I am really focused on handmade silver jewelry, found object jewelry, applique and sewing. I have studied jewelry design at the Corcoran School of Art and Design and I am a self taught sewer. Booth 41
   
 

Lauren Urban
My glass is designed to be both beautiful and functional. I strive to have my pieces garner attention through their unique colors and forms. Booth 53

   
Modern June
Hip stuff for the cool housewife. I design handmade aprons based on vintage aprons from the 40's, 50's and 60's. I carry Woman's men's and children aprons. I have matching housewares to match. One of my favorite fabrics oilcloth I also use a lot of retro prints. I also have a handbags and wallets crafted out of my beloved oilcloth. New items for Christmas 2007 include holiday aprons, stockings and trees skirts. Booth 36
   
Orange Square
Decoupaged Glass Plates. Booth 50
   
The Palace of Varied Industries / Scarves by Helen
"Palace of Varied Industries": small art (paintings, cut paper, 3-D scenes), painted furniture, painted/decoupage jewelry boxes. "Scarves by Helen": wool scarves made of recycled, felted sweaters. Booth 48
   
See Katie Sew
I am really inspired by vintage fabrics and patchwork quilting. I mainly sew handbags and accessories, but have also been trying my hand at miniature quilts. Booth 34
   
Trashed Clothing
A unique variety of domino jewelry, pin up goodies, screen printed and embroidered shirts for men and women, and fun items for the home.
Booth 16
   
 
Traveling Rhinos
handspun yarn, knit + felted accessories and plushes, supplies for spinning + felting, quirky wired + vintage jewelry and accessories. it's all created by me, it's usually colorful and/or cute, and often a little odd. Booth 52
   
UglyKitty
A variety of crafty creations including paper goods, housewares, magnets, sewing adventures (more commonly known as aprons, totes, and pincushions), and buttons. Booth 18

Jewelry
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AmpliFiche Roma
sterling silver and gemstone necklaces. Booth 17
   
 

Art-In-Glass Productions
Glass: bowls, coasters, dichroic glass jewelry and other housewares made of glass. Booth 21

   

Brookadelphia
We make jewelry with a sprinkle of sophistication, a dash of irony and a heaping teaspoon full of street cred. We make re-imagined name plates like radish and librarian, and graphic statements like bees, grass and gold teeth. Everything is handmade in Brookadelphia. Booth 51

   
 

CakeGoods
Bohemian Chic Handcrafted Jewelry. Booth 19

   
 

Cynirje Culture by Design
Handmade gemstone jewelry featuring adinkra symbols. Booth 31

   
 

Dandelion Blu
Enamel on copper pendants ("Sprout"&"New Enamels"), hand pierced and sawed sterling silver pendant ("Cherry Blossom"), Pierced and riveted copper and nu gold pendant ("Leaves"), Vintage lucite and glass beads on hand formed ear wire hoops ("October"). Booth 49

   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more! Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
 

Designs by Tia
Designs by Tia grew out of an obsession with jewelry. Each one-of-a-kind piece is made with great attention to detail and meticulous workmanship. I seek out unique cuts, stones and materials to incorporate into my jewelry. You will find things such as postage stamp clasps, clasps with inset pieces of antique sari fabric and Lake Michigan agates in my designs. Booth 47

   
George Ryan
I am really focused on handmade silver jewelry, found object jewelry, applique and sewing. I have studied jewelry design at the Corcoran School of Art and Design and I am a self taught sewer. Booth 41
   
 

glitteryblue hand created jewelry
jewelry and accessories made with vintage metals and charms, found objects and treasures vintage made new handstamped vintage themed cards. Booth 27

   
heidiroland
Daring earrings! Unique earrings crafted from original photographs, leaves, feathers, and textiles. Booth 23
   
 

Keen Designs
We are ruining our eyesight by making really delicate silver and semi-precious stone jewelry that manages to be pretty but still has a modern edge. We really like sparkly things, much like crows, so it works out nicely. Booth 43

   
 

Lauren Urban
My glass is designed to be both beautiful and functional. I strive to have my pieces garner attention through their unique colors and forms. Booth 53

   
 

Louisville Craft Mafia
ZeVin Creations retails one-of-kind handmade greeting cards that come in three styles - folding cards, Zevlets (flat cards) and Zevi's (small enclosure cards). ZeVin Creations cards are truly "Gifts Within A Card" which can be mailed, hand-delivered, and/or framed. Amadai Designs retails one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces that are "Mother Earth's gifts, reborn" and come in the form of earrings, necklaces, and sets. Booth 39

   
 

Mac Designs
Hand Crafted jewerly consisting of wire, beads, silver smith and PMC. Booth 5

   
 

Megan Auman
I make jewelry from welded steel wire that is inspired by floral patterns found in textiles and decorative ironwork. I also have a line of metal ornaments based on some of my favorite welded forms. Booth 25

   
oblinaknit
handmade (sewn and knit) accessories (handbags, scarves, petwear) as well as knit wire jewelry - i.e. chokers and bracelets. Booth 13
   
 

REALM Jewelry
Unique jewelry, combining semi precious stones, with unexpected, and often industrial metal elements, like, kilt pins, dog tags, ball chain etc. Booth 29

   
 
Sarah Pei's Paintings and Pearls
Original water color paintings, hand-made pearl jewelry. Booth 33
   
 

Shy Violet
I make handcrafted jewelry from semi-precious and precious gemstones, freshwater pearls, sterling silver, fine silver, vermeil, gold-filled wire, and other materials. Booth 35

   
 

t8designs
inspired by the past...eager to delve into the future...one-of-a-kind jewelry created from vintage keepsakes - handmade with love and ruminations on nature, history, and hope. Booth 45

   
 

Tilting Swiftly
Tilting Swiftly creates handcrafted jewelry a for those with a different perspective. Booth 9

   

Trashed Clothing
A unique variety of domino jewelry, pin up goodies, screen printed and embroidered shirts for men and women, and fun items for the home.
Booth 16

   
 
Traveling Rhinos
handspun yarn, knit + felted accessories and plushes, supplies for spinning + felting, quirky wired + vintage jewelry and accessories. it's all created by me, it's usually colorful and/or cute, and often a little odd. Booth 52
   
 

Twin Pixie Studios
I am a mixed media jewelry and collage artist. My work is inspired and informed by my experience as an art therapist and mother. I use words, images, and humor to tell universal stories of human experience. I also incorporate found objects and personal images in my mixed media jewelry. All pieces, including resin images and silver charms, are hand made by me, and each piece is one of a kind. In addition to my original paintings and jewelry, I also sell giclee prints and blank greeting cards. I'm currently working on a collection of whimsical clocks featuring vintage papers and photos. Booth 15

Paper Goods
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Bella Girl Greetings
Handmade Greeting Cards and Custom Invitations made from 100% Post-Consumer Card Stock. Booth 32

   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more! Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
 

Designs by Tia
Fun boxes, photo albums, cards and more to make your world pretty. Booth 47

   
 

glitteryblue hand created jewelry
jewelry and accessories made with vintage metals and charms, found objects and treasures vintage made new handstamped vintage themed cards. Booth 27

   
 

Louisville Craft Mafia
ZeVin Creations retails one-of-kind handmade greeting cards that come in three styles - folding cards, Zevlets (flat cards) and Zevi's (small enclosure cards). ZeVin Creations cards are truly "Gifts Within A Card" which can be mailed, hand-delivered, and/or framed. Amadai Designs retails one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces that are "Mother Earth's gifts, reborn" and come in the form of earrings, necklaces, and sets. Booth 39

   
 

Twin Pixie Studios
I am a mixed media jewelry and collage artist. My work is inspired and informed by my experience as an art therapist and mother. I use words, images, and humor to tell universal stories of human experience. I also incorporate found objects and personal images in my mixed media jewelry. All pieces, including resin images and silver charms, are hand made by me, and each piece is one of a kind. In addition to my original paintings and jewelry, I also sell giclee prints and blank greeting cards. I'm currently working on a collection of whimsical clocks featuring vintage papers and photos. Booth 15

   
UglyKitty
A variety of crafty creations including paper goods, housewares, magnets, sewing adventures (more commonly known as aprons, totes, and pincushions), and buttons.
Booth 18

Toys
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Cleo Dee's
Anthropomorphic squids of various sizes, embroidered patches, squidified clothing, and grocery totes. Booth 7
   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more!
Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
 

missing monsters!
I "find" (actually I make) plush monsters. They are custom made. I also sell t-shirts, blankies and coloring books. Booth 12

   

NeedleNoodles
Crocheted toys. Booth 44

More
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Biggs and Featherbelle
Handmade, natural and health conscious body care products. Soaps, lip balms, body butter bars, bath soaks and gift sets. Booth 26

   
blacksheep modifications
DIY screen printed tshirts, vintage/punk aprons, modified thrift finds, printed vintage hankerchiefs, and handmade ties. Booth 54
   
 
DC Craft Mafia
Members Arty4ever, Bead Jewelry by Shopgirl, Curious Zoo, Erica Burns Designs, Manatea Party, Novelty Kitten and Patch Ink Designs bead, sew, paint, screenprint and more!
Booths 2, 3 & 4
   
Oh Dear
Oh Dear handcrafts cute and hip clothing and accessories for men and women. I crochet, sew and applique, gocco, make buttons, among other fun tricks that I've got up my sleeve! Booth 20
   
 

Pittsburgh Craft Mafia
Handmade natural and vegan bath and body products. Booth 6

   

Spunky Buttons / Lady Tulle
Fancy aprons and tasty dog treats!
   
UglyKitty
A variety of crafty creations including paper goods, housewares, magnets, sewing adventures (more commonly known as aprons, totes, and pincushions), and buttons.
Booth 18
 
     
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