Shop handmade for the holidays at Jackalope Denver's Indie Artisan Fair next weekend, December 9th & 10th! Here is a simple A to Z guide that offers something for everyone on your holiday shopping list!

Acid Hair Glitter specializes in all things related to having the most glitter-filled hair in the galaxy!

Beard Oil by Two Ravens Soaps is the perfect luxury any dull beard is in search of!

Copper Mug by Lunazul Gallery is a necessity for the holiday edition moscow mule being shaken up in your kitchen this season.

Diffuser Necklace by Tin Lizzie adds a modern touch to traditional aromatherapy, with this oil infused necklace to support you on the road to your best self.

Embroidery by Olander Co draws inspiration from beautiful Colorado in these delightful embroidery hoops.

Fanny Pack by Fortnight Company is a stunning gift for any adventurer who can’t be bothered with anything getting in their way!

Genius Handcarved Wooden Dice by Boxwood Pinball for the modern board-gamer looking to go beyond traditions.

Honey by Bjorns adds a bit of sweetness to anyone's day, one teaspoon at a time!

Icelandic Reindeer Fleece by Vela Apparel to bring back some of the magical Christmas spirit we can always use more of!

Jewel Tone Boho Sway Earrings by Mile High Beads are for the “day to night” woman who needs accessories to keep up with her lifestyle.

Kimono by Twirl is perfect for the casual errand run, lavish night out, or anything in between!

Lollipops by Sweet Caroline Confections are the sweet addict’s dream… although, they’re almost too pretty to eat!

Macrame Wall Hanging by Rustic Sage Designs for those vintage - obsessed, looking to fill that boring white wall.

“Nuts about Donuts” Art Print by Kelsey M Designs for the donut lovers… aka anyone and everyone!

Ornament by The Furnace Glassworks will steal the spotlight from any ordinary set of decor!

Pickles by The Good Jar has so many varieties to choose from, with Bread and Butter being one of the most popular; no sweet pickles can compare!

Quilted Baby Blanket by Fiber Relics will have your little one so comfy & cozy, they will be howling at the moon!

Rosemary Cedar Candle by Light Provisions is great for those attempting to bring the outdoors into their home, with the scent of freshly cut lumber and aromatic herbs.

Sangria Wine Slushy Mix by Nectar of the Vine puts a twist on the traditional beverage, for those looking to switch it up!

Toffee by Vivian’s Gourmet is classically delicious with an instant mouthwatering effect at a mere glance!

Ultimate Skin Care Package by Moon Mother Medicinals consists of face serum, face wash, and cleansing grains for magically beautiful skin.

Vintage Blings by Booze Bling is for the host in your life, bringing a bit of fun & recognition to glasses everywhere!

Wrapping Paper by Revel & Co. adds a flawless last touch to any present!

Xmas Cards by Rum Bird Studio takes a unique twist on the typical cards, with these quirky illustrations.

Yarn Hand-dyed by Knit Stitch gives you the ideal materials to create something truly magical for your loved ones (or simply a gift for yourself!)

Zipper Pouch by CZ In Stitches has endless fabric options to choose from, for your ultimate essentials bag.

All of these items and more can be found at Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair's curated event with over 150 handmade artisans in the McNichols Building on December 9th and 10th in Downtown Denver.  The fair will be open from 10am to 5pm daily, so get your shopping lists ready!

What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own?
Wood and Water believes in the empowering nature of taking responsibility for one's own health. We see so many people treat their bodies like a vehicle: any time the 'check engine' light comes on (a runny nose, trouble sleeping at night, tension headaches) they run to the mechanic (doctor, OTC meds, etc). When you clear the body of chemicals, and start treating your symptoms with natural remedies, you begin to become aware of what is truly ailing you; you become more in tune with what your body is trying to tell you.

Enter Wood and Water teas. Instead of reaching for that Tylenol PM to help you sleep, we recommend TranquiliTEA, which includes lavender, passionflower, and skullcap; these are medicines from the natural world to aid in sleep. Instead of grabbing that energy drink on your lunch break, we recommend brewing a cup of AuthoriTEA, our blend of lemon balm, red clover, and peppermint, designed to enhance your focus and allow for an alert mind.

What sort of things inspire you?  Where do you look for inspiration?
Our inspiration comes from the people around us; our tea blends are specifically created for the people in our lives that we see struggling with common ailments and are unaware that if they give their body what it needs, it has the capacity to heal itself. Our tea blends are also directly influenced by the people we meet every weekend at fairs and festivals.

We are constantly being asked to create new blends to help with specific things, and our goal is to one day be able to accommodate every single one of these requests. We look for inspiration in the little things. We live off grid in a travel trailer at the top of a mountain in southern Colorado, and not a day goes by that we aren't inspired by the nature surrounding us. Being in nature is healing, and our tea blends are a tiny reflection of how healing nature truly is. 

When do you feel the most creative?
We are most creative in the mornings, drinking our coffee (yes, you read that right!), soaking up the scent of pine, cedar, and dirt.

What is your creative process like?
Our creative process? A lot of Pink Floyd, a lot of Dave Matthews, and a lot of market research.

What's the coolest artistic tip you've ever received?
Be okay with throwing something away. 

Where can we learn more about you?
www.woodandwater.org

1. How did you get your start in the handmade community? 

I like art. I like Colorado. I like fashion. I like t-shirts. There you go.

2. What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own? 

I try to test the boundaries of what local street wear can be. Representing Colorado and pushing what is acceptable a little bit.

3. What or Who Inspires you? 

I get inspiration from all over. The great art scene in Denver, the beautiful Rocky Mountains, everyday life in general.

4. What is your creative process like?

It varies from sketching and going through various outcomes and ideas to jumping straight on the computer and designing.

5. What is the coolest artistic tip you have ever received? 

Don't be afraid to fail.

6. What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope? 

Sweet t-shirts, sweaters, beanies and other random, radical things.

7. Where can we learn more about you? https://www.buckleyomega.com/

1. How did you get your start in the handmade community?

We started our business together as friends and moms of toddlers going to the same Waldorf school, where we were first exposed to needle felting and all things wool. After spending a lot of time together making things for fun, we decided to sell them to a wider audience. We were so excited when were accepted into our first local craft show! Here we are four years later. We feel very excited to be a part of the handmade community and among so many talented designers.

2. What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own?

With us you get two creative brains for the price of one! The two of us collaborate on every creative decision and we always agree! We loooove color and texture and beauty, aren’t afraid to let our creations be whimsical and even...<cough>..cute. We aren’t trying to take someone else’s work and do it better, we are making things we’ve never come across before in the needle felting medium. We are always learning and exploring and best of all we are having fun doing it!

3. What or Who Inspires you?

When receiving custom orders often the person ordering will offer many intimate details about their lives and their children’s lives. These gems are sources of amazing inspiration to us as we feel so honored to be a part of their lives, if for just a moment. We are inspired by fairy tales and stories. Visually, we are inspired by beautiful children’s book illustrations. Colors and textures will get us purring like kittens. The creativity of other artists of any form are always inspiring.

4. What is your creative process like?

We start with discussing the client's wish list of ideas and each of us pulling from our inspirational Pinterest boards or books. Then we come back together to collaborate and sketch out a design (or two). Whichever one of us feels more passionate about the design usually creates the actual crown.

5. What is the coolest artistic tip you have ever received?

To trust ourselves and our creative eye.

6. What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope?
We are working on some new crown and wall hanging designs exclusively for Jackalope. We will have coin purses, slippers, mobiles and home decor as well.

7. Where can we learn more about you?

You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter (mirthdesignsstudio) as well as our website mirthdesigns.com

Meet Redemption Road Coffee, creators of craft coffee in Mead Colorado.

What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own?
Our mission is what sets us apart.  We roast coffee with a much bigger cause in mind.

When you buy a freshly roasted bag of Redemption Road Coffee, you’re not just buying good coffee…You're supporting a cause.

You're supporting individual hardworking families all across the globe.

You're supporting my family in our mission to help people live more authentically both emotionally and spiritually.

You're joining a community of people with the desire and vision to make the world a better place.

Tell us about how you got started:
Aaron Harsch began roasting his own coffee in a whirleypop crank-handle popcorn maker in 2010. As he researched and experimented he began to perfect his roast creating a smooth, flavorful coffee. Friends would say “You make a great coffee!" and he and his wife would give their coffee as Christmas gifts. The Harsch’s home-roasted coffee was well-loved. 

During that time, Aaron, with the support of his wife Jessica, began a non-profit organization called Redemption Road. Redemption Road runs groups and weekend intensives that help men learn how to live in freedom. 

In the fall of 2015 a friend made a comment to Aaron in passing: "You should sell this coffee to support Redemption Road".  For some reason that idea hit home. Aaron started considering what it  would take to start a coffee roasting business.   That Thanksgiving, he and his wife decided they would make this a reality. They bought an industrial drum roaster, obtained the necessary licenses and opened for business.

Not only would this coffee support their own family, but they would give 10% of the profits away to help support Redemption Road and other great causes.  The Harsch’s also saw that they could support international families and communities from whom they sourced their coffees. This is why the descriptions on their coffees are so long.  They want you to know the whole story. They want you to know about the people who hand-picked the coffee cherries, and what they are using the profits for in their communities. 

What sort of things inspire you?
Excellent coffee with a cause;  seeing people gain freedom and healing and be the best version of a person they can be.

When do you feel the most creative?
When we are rested and create space and usually good music

Where can we learn more about you?
www.rrc.coffee and redemptionroad.com is our not for profit 

How would you describe your style?  Are there any artists / designers that you particularly look up to?
I was once told that I make the ordinary extraordinary. I love bold colors and items with flair. For artist I always go back to Dali & da Vinci. Both of them worked with several mediums and really melded art with life. Also Hunter S Thompson, part of a quote fromhim, “Buy the ticket, take the ride”. 

What sort of things inspire you?  Where do you look for inspiration?
I live in the San Bernardino Mountains in a National Forest I’m surrounded by natural beauty so you’ll see a lot of nature in my work. I’m also super into sci fi and geekery so you’ll also see a lot of that as well as where the two merge; ie: cryptids. I also love old book art. 

When do you feel the most creative?
I’m a night owl, or maybe a pre-dawn owl. I often get a lot of work done after midnight or around 3 am. Less distractions I guess, plus I’m not a champion at sleeping. 

What is your creative process like?
I tend to just make whatever I fancy at the time, and trust that others will like it too. I also love going through old book art, illustrations from times forgotten, trapped in books getting lost to time. They are so beautiful and I love twisting them into a new life.

What's the coolest artistic tip you've ever received?
Live your life. That is actually just a thing I tend to say, to others, but to myself, a lot. It can mean so many things. For artists… get out there, see things, do things, make things, don’t think on what others will think about it. My husband reminded me last night that I’m a gambler (literally, I love Vegas). Being an artist, having a business with things I create from scratch, life in general… Prepare as you wish, but it’s all just rolling the dice. Making a living as an artist is a bold move. So by default you are bold. So live your life and roll those dice, buy that ticket and take that ride. 

Where can we learn more about you? 
Chuddywinks.com 
Follow @Chuddywinks on Instagram for the latest creations.

1. How did you get your start in the handmade community? 

I got my BFA from Colorado State University in 2012 and have been working in the arts ever since. I was mainly working with drawing and installation mediums and showing in galleries. Last summer I found myself without a studio for the first time and had just welcomed home my first baby so I decided it was time to explore a new medium. Embroidery became a clear avenue because it is essentially drawing with thread. I wanted to learn and perfect a simple craft so I took up embroidery and quickly became addicted. 

2. What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own?

There are a lot of embroidery artists working right now. My work is unique in that it's specific to Colorado. I focus on the landscapes, plants and animals that occupy our land in an effort to better understand this land. My work is also a lot more minimal that some embroidery artists. I love to use negative space to amplify the focus on my subject. 

3. What or Who Inspires you?

There are two people whose works I come back to over and over again in my pursuit of understanding of our land; Wendell Berry and Andrew Wyeth. Berry's writing is grounded in understanding the functions and beauty of cultivating our land and working with it instead of against it. Wyeth's paintings are mainly landscapes, but what makes his work important to me is that it's all focused mainly on one place. We live in a culture where it's more normal to move around from place to place, school to school rather than becoming anchored with the land and family we've come from. In my life, I seek to find beauty in the staying in one place and Andrew Wyeth's paintings show how studying one place for a length of time produces an insight and beauty impossible to fake. 

4. What is your creative process like?

I usually begin with my sketchbook. I'll create a few sketches and ideas for my hoops and then transfer them to fabric. 

5. What is the coolest artistic tip you have ever received?

It might be more "practical" than "cool" but someone once told me to find a way to make your work sustainable in your day to day life and stick to it. 

6. What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope?

I will have a few holiday themed pieces such as ornaments, and a bulk of my work will be studies of the plants and animals of Colorado. 

7. Where can we learn more about you?

The best way to stay up to date is to follow me on Instagram: @olandercoembroidery 

or check out my Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/olanderco

1. How did you get your start in the handmade community?

I've always been a "crafty" person. From wedding headpieces, to beaded bracelets, to t-shirts, I've had my hands in everything! But I always wanted to work with metal. I put it off for years until I decided to go for it and I took an 8 week class learning the art of Lost Wax Casting. Instantly, I was in love. I unfortunately, can't wear anything except solid Sterling Silver and Gold, so I kind of selfishly started out making things for myself. Slowly I started getting questions about what I was wearing and where people could buy it and well, I guess that's where Moure started!

2. What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own?

I think that the main thing that draws people to my work is the what I like to call "perfect imperfection" of it. I try and make my jewelry with a sense of organic unevenness. No one is perfect, but it's those little differences within us all that makes us each so unique in our own way. That's where I like to carve from. The fact that every individual is beautiful in their own magical way- just like each irregular raw crystal or rough diamond I use in my designs. Every single piece of Moure is a one of a kind. Even items that I now have molds for, I go back in before casting into metal and change it in some way so that it is truly unique, just like it's wearer.   

3. What or Who Inspires you?

Natural beauty inspires me. I absolutely love using stones, crystals and diamonds that are raw and unfinished. They shine in such a special lovely way. Nature does this thing called "what I want" and in doing so makes some pretty gorgeous and unusual gems. I love getting to showcase her amazing beauty in my work.  

4. What is your creative process like?

This sounds silly, but a lot of my designs come to me in dreams. I can't draw or sketch if my life depended on it. So, I have to immediately jump up and go into my work space to start carving when I wake up before I forget what I dreamt! Other then that I usually let the stones do the talking. I usually fall in love with a stone first and then create a piece to fit around it. I'm like a crow, shiny things make me happy :)

5. What is the coolest artistic tip you have ever received?

I think the coolest tip I ever received was to just go for it. No matter how weird or crazy you think your idea or design is, DO IT. Sometimes its hard for artists to put themselves out there to be judged. You are putting out a tiny section of your heart and its hard to not want to shy away and hide from "judgmental" eyes. But what if that judgment is praise? You'll never know until you jump in.. Everyone has a little tid bit of weird and crazy in them so let your creative freak fly baby! Never be afraid to show who you are.  

6. What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope?

I'm bringing a bunch of newness to Jackalope! I will have my ear jackets, and Sterling Silver as usual, but a lot more 14K Gold and larger Crystal treasures. I'm also going to be bringing what I'm calling Moure Pinata bags. They are side slung bucket bags made of African mud cloth. All are hand sewn here, in LA that I've sprinkled with some tiny bead work and handmade large scale tassels. Super fun! 

7. Where can we learn more about you?

Mouredesigns.com!

1. How did you get your start in the handmade community? 

I got started in the handmade community in 2011. I had just had my first baby (Hill) and was back at work in my social services job 6 weeks after he was born. I decided to open an Etsy store to sell baby blankets with a goal of being able to stay home 1 day a week with him. I met that goal within just a few months and was able to quit my full time job the following year, just 18 months after I opened my store.

2. What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own?

I have always enjoyed the process of curating the fabrics I use in my store to pick fun and unique designs that would be hard to find anywhere else. I also very recently have started to design my own fabrics and am currently making the transition to just using my own designs. I have them printed on various base fabrics through Spoonflower, which is an amazing digital fabric printer located in North Carolina. I love that I can keep most of my supplies made in the USA. You won't find too many in my online shop as I am making that transition because I am stocking up for the Jackalope show while selling off my current inventory!

3. What or Who Inspires you?

My biggest inspiration are my two boys, Hill and Fox. I would have never had the guts to quit my job and make my living as a creative if not for my extreme desire to be home with them. They also get to test my new products and help me decide what is the best kid approved stuff for my shop. 

4. What is your creative process like?

My creative process starts with sketching my ideas/motifs for a design and then taking them in to adobe illustrator to digitize them and set them in to a repeat. Once I am happy with the colors and scale I upload them to Spoonflower who then ships me my awesome new fabrics!  All of the cutting and sewing is done in my home studio, where you can find me sewing while watching Supernatural, Dr. Who, The Office or any British mystery show. Netflix is my best sewing friend!

5. What is the coolest artistic tip you have ever received?

The best tip I have ever received was in an art business class, and it is something that you hear all the time. It was just to be yourself. Nobody else sees the world as you do or is going to draw (or whatever creative thing you do) the same way you do. You don't have to try to appeal to everyone because if you are true to yourself you will find your people :)

6. What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope?

I am bringing blankets for babies and big kids, clothing, bibs, burp cloths and bags.

7. Where can we learn more about you?

You can follow along on our instagram @foxhillbaby and shop our online store foxhillbaby.com or find us on Etsy

1. How did you get your start in the handmade community? 

My grandma taught me how to crochet one summer and I started making earrings out of crochet and buttons. At this time I was studying art at UCLA. I took the option to study abroad in South Africa for 1 semester. So I started wearing these earrings to my art classes there and many students wanted to buy them. When I came back to UCLA the same thing happened. Being near very eclectic and cool boutiques, I started selling them on consignment at a few shops in the area. 

2. What do you feel makes your work unique and truly your own?

My approach in making/designing. I come from a fine art background so the initial stage is sketching out shapes from the environment. The things I find interesting can be very ordinary or a small detail of something. Then I think, can I wear this, would I want to wear this, how can I make it so it can be worn, what materials will help me achieve this idea? I am interested in making timeless pieces, not trends. It's also exciting to make pieces that are modular. Simple pieces that can be combined, rearranged, and reimagined by the wearer (such as the front back earrings and second hole earrings)

3. What or Who Inspires you?

It's hard to find things that don't inspire me. I see fascinating shapes everywhere. Shadows, strange angles of furniture, my backyard, construction sites, wires sticking out from electrical poles, unfinished buildings. I take quick photos of them and look through them at home. Going to a contemporary museum is super inspiring. I go with my 4 year-old son so it's even more eye opening seeing it from his point-of-view. Also, hardware stores are great for ideas. I go through each aisle looking at tools, parts, shapes. 

4. What is your creative process like?

I have a sketchbook and I make small drawings here and there. Being a mom I don't have the luxury of having a long stretch of time to focus on one thing. So when I have 20mins, I just stop and look around and search for shapes that catch my eye and document them. I make a lot of little drawings and I am not precious about them, I just put as many ideas down as they come. When I get a bit of quiet time (usually when my son is asleep) I look through all the drawings (and sometimes photos) and pick out a few and manipulate them and think about how they can be simplified and become wearable objects. Then I may make some samples. 

But sometimes this process is completely flipped. I love hardware stores and when I find a really cool part or piece there I think, how can I incorporate this into my work. So sometimes the work is completely informed by the material. 

5. What is the coolest artistic tip you have ever received?

The value of learning many techniques. I love to learn and having many making solutions under your belt puts you in a position to fully realize your ideas. 

6. What can we expect to see from you at Jackalope?

I will have minimalistic, playful, versatile earrings and necklaces. I look forward to helping shoppers try them on and find their own combinations. Almost every earring design has the option of being sold per piece (instead of as a pair) so you can create different asymmetrical looks. It's so exciting to see my work on someone else, it totally changes the context. As soon as they wear it, it becomes something else, something new. 

7. Where can we learn more about you?

www.sonemade.etsy.com

www.instagram.com/sonemade

www.facebook.com/sonemadeshop