Holiday Pop-Up Shop Artisan Spotlight: Susan Boriso

SUSAN BORISO is my neighbor and she creates beautiful seasonal wreaths, which she will be selling at the pop-up shop. She will also be featuring crocheted hats and scarves in chenille yarn.

Meet Susan and join us at our first pop-up in my photo studio on Saturday or Sunday, Nov. 18 & 19, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm! The address is in the flyer below, but you can reach out to me for more details at cindydyerdesign@gmail.com.

NOTE: Susan will only be at the Saturday, Nov. 18 event, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Susan is one of 10 vendors (plus me!) who will be displaying their artistic creations at the pop-up. We hope you (and a few friends) can join us to usher in the holiday season. Refreshments and munchies will be served!

The studio is located on the 2nd floor and is not handicapped accessible, unfortunately.

Holiday Pop-Up Shop Artisan Spotlight: Nan Lopata

“I am primarily a jeweler but do a lot of fiber stuff, too. I create knitted items such as hats, scarves, shawls, sweaters with my own hand dyed and handspun yarn which I also offer for sale. I make jewelry, such as rings, necklaces and earrings, made with wire techniques in sterling.

My yarns are hand dyed and or handspun, suitable for knitting, crocheting, and other crafts. I fire up my dye pots in spring and fall—the best time to dye outside. I’m spinning yarn on a wheel, and I’ve been knitting and designing my own hats, shawls, and sweaters since I was a kid. I took my first jewelry class about 20 years ago, and when I retired from the military I made my passion my new career. I solder, set stones, etc., and I also knit, crochet and weave wire.”

Nan is one of 11 vendors who will be showcasing their work at our first-ever pop-up shop at my photography studio in Springfield. Come join us Saturday or Sunday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, November 18 & 19! Refreshments and munchies will be served! Questions? Email cindydyerdesign@gmail.com for more information.

See more of Nan’s work on her Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nanlopata/

Holiday Pop-Up Shop Artisan Spotlight: Susan B. Hillson, Jewelry Designer

SUSAN B. HILLSON is a Vienna-based jewelry designer with an eye for designing wearable art. Her line, SignatureDesigns, features semi-precious gemstones, metal, and mixed media. She will be spotlighting eyes, bracelets, and necklaces, just in time for holiday buying. Find her on Instagram: @signaturedesignsonline. Email: shillson7@gmail.com.

Meet Susan and join us at our first pop-up in my photo studio on Saturday or Sunday, Nov. 18 & 19, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm! The address is in the flyer below, but you can reach out to me for more details at cindydyerdesign@gmail.com.

Susan is one of 10 vendors (plus me!) who will be displaying their artistic creations at the pop-up. We hope you (and a few friends) can join us to usher in the holiday season. Refreshments and munchies will be served!

Honey bee on Bearded iris

A nice birthday surprise this past Friday…a honey bee on a very late-blooming Bearded iris in my front garden! Captured with my iPhone 12 Pro Max using the Camera+ 2 app in macro mode

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ARTISAN SPOTLIGHT: Nancy Ferron, Blacklick Studio

Hello! My name is Nancy Ferron and I am from Central Ohio. I learned to sew, knit and crochet at an early age, and rotate between the three. Right now, I’m in the sewing phase, making quilts, decorative kitchen towels and potholders (for stocking stuffers and holiday gifts). I also make various lotions, soaps and cleansers. I started making soap to get away from all of the additives, but as seasoning soap takes several months (to make sure all of the lye has been processed), I have switched primarily to lotions and cleansers. Hope to see you at our Holiday Pop-Up Shop!

In the studio with Rabia

Fun in the studio Sunday with Rabia! For this shot, we were inspired by a b&w image of Winona Ryder, so Rabia donned a short and sassy dark wig and we added a smokey eye look. I so enjoyed this shoot today (as well as the insightful conversation!), Rabia. More photos to come!

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Introducing our artisans at the Holiday Pop-Up Event

Hope my local friends and colleagues can join us on November 18 or 19! Details in the flyer below. Refreshments and munchies will be served. Mark your calendars!

Holiday Pop-Up Shop in November!

Howdy, neighbors! I’m hosting a holiday pop-up shop with artisans at my shared studio off of Fullerton Rd. in Springfield next month. I will be showcasing my botanical photography with prints, greeting cards, photo jewelry and gallery wrap canvases. I will also have boho jewelry, polymer clay pendants and sewn items. Details are below. Refreshments and munchies will be served. Mark your calendars and I hope you can join us and show your support for all our artisans and crafters.

In the studio with Chandler Rae

This photogenic little cutie is Chandler Rae, my great niece, daughter of my nephew Landen and wife Megan. Smart as a whip, uber funny, a very expressive face, and so fun to photograph!

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Holiday Pop-Up Shop! Calling all crafty vendors!

Coming soon! We still have room for a few more crafty artisans, so sing out if you want to join us to sell your creations if you’re in the DMV area. The event will be held in my photo studio in Springfield, VA. Email me at cindydyerdesign@gmail.com for more information!

In the studio with Alex

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In the studio with Alex

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In the studio with Alex

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