Shop local, handmade, and recycled
Monday, December 14th, 2009Join us at VAIN Ballard on Saturday December 19 from 4-8pm for Luminaries in Ballard – an evening with hay rides through luminary-lined streets. Stroll the neighborhood, listen to carolers, and enjoy holiday treats at VAIN and other select merchant locations. We will also have wonderful handmade items by 3 local artists and lots of of other great holiday gifts.
Using recycled bicycle chain rings Erica Gordon of Steel Toe Studio makes fabulous hand forged belt buckles and bottle openers. Also handmade belts in leather or recycled bicycle inner tubes are available.
Incorporating upcycled vintage jewelry components, Krissy Maier of Orangebox Jewelry, creates eco-friendly yet very fashionable jewelry.
We will also have wonderful Victorian inspired silver jewelry by Mary Powers who uses beautiful vintage buttons and thimbles in her work.
