Bunky Boutique is a neighborhood shop that has been a central Phoenix staple since 2007. Rachel Malloy is the owner and buyer, she specializes in blending well known lines along with local and indie designers and artisans.  Bunky has it's own in-house line, Arizona Love, which are hip and stylish Arizona pride products that are perfect for locals and visitors alike. 

Rachel loves traveling to the ocean and to brooklyn with her husband, exploring new coffee shops, exercising, spending time with her two kitties, and reading (Bunky even has it's very own book club!).

Being on the Jackalope Art Fair jury is a honor and so much for for Rachel because it allows her to have a first hand seat to the innovation and creativity of artisans and designers that are putting their art into the world. That vulnerability is beautiful and inspiring. 

Learn more about Bunky Boutique at www.bunkyboutique.com

The deadline for applications to the Jackalope Art Phoenix Holiday show on November 26th & 27th, juried by our start studded panel featuring Lindsay Viker & Rachel Malloy, is just next Friday, September 2nd.  www.jackalopeartfair.com/phoenix/

This exciting event taking place at WestWorld of Scottsdale will be an alternative to the chaos of Black Friday and provide an oportunity to #ShopSmall with over 150 artisans, live music, workshops and more!  

Ever since she was a little girl, Lindsay Viker has had a passion for all things beautiful. She has translated that passion into sharing about her favorite emerging fashion, beauty, and culture on CoutureintheSuburbs.com. With her team of dedicated writers, Lindsay highlights the best people and businesses in Phoenix, Arizona and other cities around the United States. 

What Lindsay loves most about being part of the Jackalope Arts & Craft Fair Jury is getting to meet new inspirational creators. Now, Couture in the Suburbs has launched a shopping platform where they are sharing their favorite, hand-selected products with their audience. Lindsay is excited to find awesome new vendors to participate in Jackalope's upcoming show and feature on Couture in the Suburbs. 

Q: Tell us a little about yourself & your background in the arts & crafts world:  

Flower Pepper Gallery has been in business for four and a half years. We exhibit contemporary art from local and international artists. We host monthly exhibitions. We also have a boutique area inside the gallery that features books on art & design, and art products for everyday use. Flower Pepper Gallery is located in the Old Pasadena district in the city of Pasadena. Pasadena is an exciting place to be for the arts. There is always something new to see, savor, and experience which naturally results in a wildly creative atmosphere. We hope to continue to be a platform for contemporary art in Pasadena for many more years to come.

Q: What / who is your biggest inspiration?

I’m always inspired by the artists we show here at Flower Pepper Gallery.

Q; How did you get into your position in the arts & crafts world?

I had the opportunity to start an art gallery four and a half years ago, and I jumped at it immediately.

Q: Tell us about a few favorites of yours: 

The LACMA
People who work for a good cause such as people who rescue and help animals etc.

Q: What do you love most about the handmade movement?

With the constant rise of digitalization and mass production of consumer products, it is refreshing to see pieces being made by hand with care and uniqueness.

Q: What is the most important feature in an artist's application for you?

Individuality is an important feature when reviewing an artists’ application.

Q: What are you most looking forward to in being a part of the Jackalope Arts jury?

The opportunity to discover more talented artisans.

 Q: Where can we find out more about you?

www.flower-pepper.com

How did you start in the handmade community?

While living in Tulsa, I had been doing a lot ofart shows, displaying my paintings and photographs at galleries, and other venues. There was an art festival that happened every year that focused on local artists and handmade. People kept encouraging me to do it, so I gave it a go, and loved it! 

What or who inspires you?

Oh man, with the internet at our fingertips, inspiration is ENDLESS...but I've always been heavily influenced and inspired by the works of Warhol, Lichtenstein, Banksy, and Shepard Fairey, as well as Ralph Steadman. Music and nature also provide great sources of inspiration for me. 

What makes your work unique and truly your own?

I love taking familiar, as well as unfamiliar images and breathing new life into it, giving it a fresh look, and a spontaneous dynamic... I think I'm able to capture a subject's soul through color, composition and texture in a way that sets my work apart from others.

What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope Art & Craft Fair?

You can expect prints and originals, smaller items like postcards, and buttons. And I'll be launching a new product, my "art you wear" necklaces! 

Shop Point Blank Art & Design at Jackalope Art & Craft Fair on August 12th & 13th at Anderson Park, Wheat Ridge CO

Fore more, visit: 

http://www.pointblankdesign.net

http://www.facebook.com/pointblankdesign

http://www.etsy.com/shop/pointblankdesign

1. What is Teller Street Gallery? Teller Street is an art studio in Wheat Ridge featuring classes for kids and adults. The studio is locally owned and operated by Mandy Fulton and Nicole Anderson. The walls are crammed with awesome artwork by local artists. We also have 10 private studios for artists to rent on a monthly basis, which have been occupied for years by most of the same artists.

2. What activities will you be offering fair patrons during the festival? Teller Street will offer free art activities for kids during the Carnation Festival. Including take home pinwheels! We will be onsite from 4pm-7pm on Friday and 12pm-6pm on Saturday,

3. Where can we learn more about you? You can find out more about Teller Street, the classes offered, and featured artists and instructors on our website:  www.TellerStreetGallery.com

4. What do you love most about the handmade movement? We love to see creativity in people, and do our best to help teach, inspire, and promote art locally.

How did you start in the handmade community?

We started in the handmade community at farmers market's. We were making our habanero pepper jelly for friends and family at Christmas.  Everyone loved it and always asked for more so got a certified kitchen and started selling the jelly at events.

What or who inspires you?

I'm inspired by people that are the best in their practice or profession, I love watching, trusting and working with people that are good at what they do.

What makes your work unique and truly your own?

We use the best quality produce, de-seed and de-stem the fresh peppers by hand. We know the farmers we work with. Our products have a modern feel that appeals to our customers that enjoy entertaining and cooking.

What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope Art & Craft Fair? 

Habanero, Strawberry Habanero and Marionberry Habanero Pepper Jellies

Learn more here: 

www.kellysjelly.com

www.facebook.com/kellysjelly

Twitter @kellysjelly

How did you start in the handmade community?

It’s in my blood to create; I have made handmade my whole life. If I couldn’t create I would be one grumpy person. So I’ve been working towards this goal my whole life just recently realizing that it could be a career. In 2014 my bags were born and I started selling on Etsy. After that I had my first show July of 2015 (which was Jackalope). It’s been love at first show! Shows have been the most rewarding part of my journey so far, I love the instant feedback I get from strangers and other makers.  

What or who inspires you?

People!! I love street style and seeing how people put outfits together, or seeing how people mix fabrics and prints. This is why I really like doing art and craft fairs… my customers give me so much inspiration!

What makes your work unique and truly your own?

I hand pick every fabric that is used for my bags, and mix new with vintage. I add my signature bow to all of my bags, and use fun pattern and color combinations. 

What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope Art & Craft Fair?

Fanny packs which are my newest addition to my collection, coin purses, tampon cases, make-up bags, and purses. I will also have a small line of bags without bows!

Learn more and shop Sew Chrissy Market on:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sewchrissymarket/?fref=ts

Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/sewchrissymarket

How did you start in the handmade community?

As an art student, I sold paintings and drawings to friends and family, and also sold items during school holiday shows and my senior art show. When I started Wandering Ink, I had the support of friends and family who were interested in purchasing my designs shortly after I started screen printed. I received many sales through Etsy, and then started my own website. The summer after getting my LLC, I started doing my first markets.

What or who inspires you?

I'm inspired by hiking, camping, climbing, and enjoying all that Colorado has to offer. 

What makes your work unique and truly your own?

My shirts are hand printed in small batches using eco-friendly water-based ink. All of my designs currently use two ink colors, which requires considerable skill and patience to assure they are properly lined up. I have an excellent eye for detail and quality control. As a one person business, my duties include design, printing, product photography, model photography, tagging, shipping, accounting, building and maintaining my website, social media marketing, and much more. 

What can we expect to see from you at the Jackalope Art & Craft Fair?

At Jackalope Art & Craft Fair, I will have a variety ofsoft, light weight, comfortable. outdoor themed tees for fitness minded men and women, lots of tanks, and my newly added selection of kids' shirts.

Check out wandering ink at our Summer Denver Fair in August!

How did you start in the Handmade Community?

I started as mostly an admirer of the handmade community. Denver has such a strong group of makers and shakers and re-thinkers, there was always someone at a booth or market to ask about how and why they got started. Their stories were different, but it always came down to "so I just did it." Knowing if I did the same I would have a natural support network, I decided to jump in and open and Etsy shop in February 2016. 

What or Who Inspires you?

Elizabeth Gilbert's book "Big Magic" was totally the creative wake up call that I needed. It came into my life at the very beginning of my idea to start Tin Lizzie Apothecary, and was the catalyst for actually getting it off the ground. Her words on creativity and fear rang so true, I knew I couldn't go another day without focusing my life around creating my own Big Magic. 

What makes your work unique and truly your own? 

I've always felt more connected to pieces and brands that have a deeper, intentional meaning. From the name of the company, down to the gemstones I use on each necklace, there is always something deeper to the cute logo or pretty bead. The holistic health movement is slowly coming into the mainstream, and I wanted to help people share these tools that have helped me create a more balanced daily life. My hope is that when someone says "That's a cute necklace," it sparks a greater conversation about health and wellness.

What can shoppers expect to find from you at Jackalope Art & Craft Fair?

I'll be bringing all my favorite diffuser necklaces, along with my own essential oil blends. And some sneak peeks at items not yet available on the website :)

Craft Fairs are a blast, a great way to reach a wider demographic and network network network. However, the not so much fun side is making sure everything is legal. Dotting all the I's and crossing those T's when it comes to your licensing, taxes, permits, and insurance needed and required for selling to the public.

1. Licensing: You must register your business as a sole proprietorship, LLC, corporation etc. in order to sell your products to the public legally. This process will provide you with your Employer Identification Number, or EIN, which you will need to file tax returns. The U.S Small Business Administration website is a great resource for more specific information.

2. Taxes: In addition to federal taxes, in most states you will have to file your state taxes as well, which can be done by getting a state sales tax license using your EIN. Some cities have county or municipal sales taxes or require a temporary sales license or permit (next step!) so make sure you know what is required! 

Before going into a show, make sure you know the proper sales tax to charge. To make it easier to sell, a lot of vendors round up to the nearest whole number and tack it onto their product price! Make sure you keep proper records of everything, any expenses, sales info etc. so that you can efficiently report and pay your taxes (typically you can do this monthly, quarterly or annually). 

3. Permits: In addition to the proper licensing, some areas may require a permit in order to sell in that local area or municipality. For instance in Pasadena, they require a Special Event permit. A lot of times the show promotor will provide you with this information. Especially if you are selling food you will most likely have additional permitting and health regulations to abide by. 

4. Insurance:  Although insurance is sometimes not required it is definitely recommended. Just as you would get car insurance or home insurance, it helps protect you and your products if something were to happen. At one of our Jackalope Phoenix events, we had terrible wind, right out of the movie Twister! Unfortunately even though all the tents were weighted, some did not hold and flipped over- either breaking themselves or breaking someone else's tent or products. In this instance, insurance can help you out! We recommend ACT Insurance who has a lot of experience insuring artisans and crafters and you can even do a short term policy.  Some fairs require that you list themselves under "additionally insured" so look out for that! 

As discussed each city and state is different when it comes to their licensing, permits and taxes required. When participating in Jackalope Art & Craft Fair we make sure that you are in the loop with what is required per show. Please visit our Vendor FAQ page for more specific information! 

It is very important that you conduct your business legally. Not only can you get in trouble, but the event can be shut down-which is not good for yourself, the promoter, and your fellow vendors.

Thank you to the following sources for putting this legal jargon into proper words: http://www.fairsandfestivals.net/articles/view/licensing-permits-and-taxes-for-festival-craft-show-and-art-fair-vendors/14504 AND https://www.sba.gov/