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The MCRP at Montclair's Earth Fest

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The MCRP at Montclair's Earth Fest

This Sunday, 4/28/24, I'll be vending with the Montclair Creative Reuse Project at a new event, Montclair's Earth Fest, from 12 noon to 4pm! I'm excited to introduce the project to the community at this hyper local event! I'm bringing select items for sale, a fresh batch of Boomerang Bags, and lots of energy to chat with folks about the Montclair Creative Reuse Project! Look for my booth in the center of South Park Street, between Bloomfield Ave. and Church Street.  More info on the Township website here. From the Township website:  "The purpose of Earth Fest is to promote...

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Materials Donations

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Materials Donations

A core value of my business is sustainability and at the heart of that idea are the many materials donations that I receive. I'm so grateful to all the people who think of me when they have items they want to re-home. I recently updated my Materials page here. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me through my contact page if you have any of these materials, or even something else that you have and think I might find useful. I'm also actively collecting items for my Creative Reuse Project. Please contact me if you have anything you'd like to...

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Feel Good About Your Gift Purchases This Year!

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Feel Good About Your Gift Purchases This Year!

Holiday shopping is in full swing this season! And whether you're browsing online or in-person, there are great opportunities to find the perfect gift or something special for yourself...or both!Read on for details about wonderful local shopping that also supportsa Montclair institution, and online shopping with the best selection of the year- at a discount (with local pickup available too)! Emilie's handmade trees and ornaments are made with vintage fabricsalvaged from the historic Charles Schulz house! So cool!_ _ _ Lana is the the Farm Director at Montclair Community Farms!_ _ _ Everyone's favorite Jersey-centric shop isoffering a variety of Montclair products!_ _ _ "Inspired...

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Claire Wear

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Claire Wear

When I first looked at this booth pic that an old friend recently sent me I was mortified. But when I took a second to put it in context I was able to get past the late 80’s parachute pants and appreciate the moment in time that it captures.  It was one of the first shows I did with a real booth. I used white grid wall to display the hand painted silk scarves that I created using Shibori and Gutta resist techniques. And it's the scarves that are the star of this image for me. My business was called...

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ICYMI: Asbury Park Summer Bazaar

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ICYMI: Asbury Park Summer Bazaar

I've lived in NJ my entire life but, believe it or not, I've never been to Asbury Park! I jumped at the chance when I saw a social media post reminding applicants that the deadline for the Asbury Park Summer Bazaar was fast approaching. I was excited to be accepted, it was a fantastic last minute addition to my summer schedule!  This event is held indoors at the Convention Hall which turned out to be great protection from the rain that day. It also gave me more flexibility with my display. Since I didn't have to contend with the wind...

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