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Rochester Creative Spotlight Blog is where the Viciously Crafty Team shines a spotlight on the brilliant Makers, Artists, and locally owned Western New York shops! Highlighting Creativity that makes our home city truly extraordinary. 🎨🛍️ #shoplocal #rochesterlove

CHIMERAKAT STUDIO, Rochester Creative Spotlight!
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CHIMERAKAT STUDIO, Rochester Creative Spotlight!

ChimeraKat Studio features the collaborative designs of Kat Patterson & John Chichester. The duo enjoys creating a wide array of colorful and illustrative jewelry that combines laser cutting technology with traditional hand painted finishes. From cute fruit to dramatic décolletage decor, ChimeraKat Studio has a little something for everyone.

Check them out on Instagram - @chimerakat.studio

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Our Holiday Mission
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Our Holiday Mission

Our mission is to create unique opportunities for local artists and makers to share their work with consumers. Viciously Crafty was created to provide an alternative to the traditional craft show. We aim to connect small business owners and show goers with refreshing uncommon venues.

We seek to select a diverse mix of modern, innovative, and edgy artists, with high quality work, who may not feel at home at conventional craft shows.

We’re proud to live in Rochester, New York and were thrilled to be a new addition to the alternative art festival scene in Western New York, and we’re eager to bring an exciting curated lineup of artists and makers to each of our shows!

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JACKBEAR STAMPS, Rochester Creative Spotlight!
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JACKBEAR STAMPS, Rochester Creative Spotlight!

JackBear Stamp & Press makes hand carved rubber stamps! John “Jack” Ballou started participating in a hobby called letterboxing (www.atlasquest.com). He needed a rubber stamp. He wanted one of a bear paw. He combed all the craft stores in the area but to no avail. Jack decided to carve one himself and he fell in love with carving rubber stamps! He carves each stamp by hand and makes printed items from his stamps, like wooden magnets and buttons, cards, and collectable prints. Jack draws inspiration from pop culture, comic books, science fiction and fantasy, and local history.

Check them out on Instagram - @jackbearstamps

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SHE'S TEA AND BEEs, Rochester Creative Spotlight!
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SHE'S TEA AND BEEs, Rochester Creative Spotlight!

She's teas and bees owner, Katie, was born and raised in Rochester NY. She creates playful, minimalist artwork inspired by moments in her life. She specializes in enamel pins that are tiny wearable artworks to keep you smiling as you go about your busy day-to-day life. She is an advocate for being yourself and being proud of it... Whatever your shape, size, color, style, gender or sexuality may be!

Check them out on Instagram - @shes.tea.and.bees

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Holiday Makers Market Dec 9
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Holiday Makers Market Dec 9

Join us on Saturday December 9th 2023 for our Viciously Crafty Holiday Makers Market. Enjoy an exclusive Makers Market that hosts exciting and creative vendors. This Makers Market is a space for local artists, crafters, creators, and Viciously Crafty folk alike to gather and support creativity.

Our alternative Makers Market provides an exciting shopping experience that welcomes patrons to support quality makers, artisans and small businesses. The diverse crew of vendors is hand-curated for each event, creating a memorable and celebrated experience!

The market is free and open to the public! This event will operate 11am -3pm in the Neighborhood of the Arts, Inside the courtyard of The Factory Building, which is home to amazing local businesses like Stacy K Floral, Gallery Salon, Winter Swan Coffee, Scratch Bakeshop, Nosh, Old Pueblo Grill, Petit Poutinerie, The Fleurish Candle Co. and more on the block around Russell and Elton Streets, Rochester NY 14607

While you shop at our market there will be art, crafts, and good eats and treats!

FREE EVENT!

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The Fleurish Candle Co. Rochester Creative Spotlight!
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The Fleurish Candle Co. Rochester Creative Spotlight!

We begin with ingredients we can trust. We use high quality, natural, soy wax which we melt down to begin our process. We then add our scents which were carefully selected to be phthalate-free and include essential oils. It’s now time for the beautiful jars to do their part! They are met with an all-natural cotton and paper blend wick and the melted combination of wax and fragrance. The cooling process takes the longest because we want it to cool at a slow rate to prevent imperfections. Once the candle is fully cooled, we add our labels, packaging, and send them out to our customers!

The heart that goes into each candle is what we believe makes us stand out from the crowd.

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Winter Swan Coffee, Rochester Creative Spotlight
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Winter Swan Coffee, Rochester Creative Spotlight

Winter Swan Coffee has expanded into a permanent location in the beautiful Neighborhood of the Arts! After a year filled with lots of fun and relentless dedication to perfecting our craft and creating a unique coffee experience

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Emily Bellinger, ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT!</a>
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Emily Bellinger, ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT!

@mmmilyhandmade is a local Rochester, NY fiber artist & maker. Mmmily Handmade is a collection of hand crafted bags, accessories, cat toys, and home goods using a variety of unique, modern, and hand-printed fabrics. At her booth, you can find handmade face masks, zipper pouches, clutches, backpacks, fanny packs, tote bags, scrunchies, R-rated catnip toys, and more!

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Three Heads Brewing, Rochester Creative Spotlight
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Three Heads Brewing, Rochester Creative Spotlight

The inception of Three Heads Brewing is steeped in a blend of beers, melodies, sports, and spirited foosball battles. Born from the heart of a Brighton neighborhood in the early 2000s, the origins of this journey are rich with camaraderie and shared passions…

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CRAFTING FOR MY SANITY, Rochester creative spotlight
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CRAFTING FOR MY SANITY, Rochester creative spotlight

Crafting For My Sanity began as a hobby to help its owner Lindsay relieve stress and anxiety, but quickly developed into an insane obsession with creating fun, unique, and quirky amigurumi. Among the dolls offered, you will find a wide variety of characters as well as original creations. Drawing inspiration from from pop culture, mythology & folklore, and the strange and unusual, you are sure to find something that catches your eye.

Check them out on Instagram - @crafting_for_my_sanity

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SO BELLY HAPPY LLC, ROCHESTER Creative spotlight
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SO BELLY HAPPY LLC, ROCHESTER Creative spotlight

Step into the world of So Belly Happy, your go-to home bakery with a sprinkle of NYS Home Processing Exemption magic! Brace yourself for an explosion of nut-free baked delights that'll send your taste buds into a frenzy. We're all about crafting goodies that spread smiles and fill bellies with joy. Our expertise lies in whipping up an array of treats, from macarons that dance on your palate, to vegan macarons that'll make your heart skip a beat. But that's not all – we've got dacquoise that'll have you dreaming of clouds, homemade marshmallows that'll make your hot cocoa do a happy dance, and rice crispy treats that redefine snack time. Gluten-free? We've got you covered! Our cookies come in both vegan and gluten-free options, making sure everyone's cravings are met. And guess what? A bunch of our creations are naturally gluten-free too, because who said indulgence can't be easy on the tummy?

Hold onto your taste buds, because we're spicing things up with Asian flavors that'll make your palate do a happy dance! Ube, pandan, lychee, and calamansi – just a glimpse of the taste explosion we're talking about. And let's not forget our mochi-based marvels, the gluten-free champions of chewy deliciousness.

At So Belly Happy, our mission is simple: to turn every bite into a belly's delight. Join the flavor fiesta and let's make those bellies happy, one scrumptious treat at a time!

Check them out on Instagram - @sobellyhappy

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Blue Barn Cider, Rochester Creative Spotlight
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Blue Barn Cider, Rochester Creative Spotlight

The journey of Blue Barn Cidery embodies a commitment to local roots, farm-fresh ingredients, and fostering a connection between consumers and their beverages. As we continue forward, we invite you to share in our passion and explore the evolving world of Blue Barn.

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MMMILY HANDMADE, ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT!
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MMMILY HANDMADE, ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT!

Meet Emily Bellinger, a distinguished fiber artist and artisan hailing from Rochester, NY. Under the banner of Mmmily Handmade, her creative prowess takes shape, giving birth to an array of locally-crafted wonders…

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TREE HUGGER HARD CIDER, ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT
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TREE HUGGER HARD CIDER, ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT

Introducing Tree Hugger Hard Cider, a gem of locally crafted artisanal cider that pays homage to nature's bounty. With an unwavering commitment to using all-natural, locally sourced ingredients, each step of the process is a labor of love – meticulously executed by hand, from inception to the final sip. 🍎🌳

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BURN + BLOOM CANDLE CO., ROCHESTER Creative spotlight
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BURN + BLOOM CANDLE CO., ROCHESTER Creative spotlight

Within the realm of sustainable practices that define BURN + BLOOM CANDLE CO., our conscientious efforts yield a sense of ethical contentment. Through the repurposing of vessels, utilization of soy wax, incorporation of clean fragrances, and integration of biodegradable glitter, we establish a foundation of responsibility. However, the true hallmark that distinguishes BURN + BLOOM candles rests upon our inventive and delightful scent blends. From the captivating "HIGHLAND PARK," entwining lilac and cannabis flower, to the sensuously sweet fusion of peony and pink dragonfruit found in "MIDNIGHTS," our discerning patrons consistently express their admiration for the thoughtfully curated range of fragrances that graces our product line.

Check them out online - @burn.bloom.candleco

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 chimerakat studio , ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT!
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chimerakat studio , ROCHESTER CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT!

Dynamic Duo Unleashed: Enter the Whimsical World of ChimeraKat Studio! In the bustling realm of creativity, two heads have united to create a spectacular fusion that's more captivating than ever. Welcome to the vibrant world of ChimeraKat Studio, a new and exhilarating venture born from the imaginative minds of Kat Patterson and John Chichester.

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