Creative generosity
Our favorite part about this market is the passion that started the whole thing.....wanting to encourage people in what they do well. We believe creativity is a God given gift & when people respond to that creativity then people are doing exactly what they are supposed to be doing. And people are blessed all around by it.
We also began to see that these creative people were generous people. Many use their gifts to help others. When you come to shop on Saturday you can feel good knowing that so many want to make a difference & they are using their gifts to do that.
*Jennifer Tanksley & her family are digging a well with Charity Water....so those birds you have wanted so badly...10% of her art sales will help build that well.
*Wendi brings goods from 10,000 villages to support fair trade.
*Heath supports the ministry Takes A Whole Village in Tanzania with all of her sales.
*the Neema shop (davis' boards) also supports Takes a Whole Village with a portion of those sales
*Anne Mason & friends' craft table & african knitted items will help to send 6 Kenyan kids to high school.
*the Cupcake Kids bake their yummy treats to support the children of 60 feet in Uganda.
And i'm so sorry for any I have missed!!!
Hand made local creations make unique & special gifts for you & your loved ones...being a part of a bigger story is just awesome.
Can't wait to see you Saturday!
The Davenport table
Amy Davenport & her crew are with us again & we are so excited! They are bringing their chalk board trays & book page brooches. How fun are these!?? Both make incredibly unique gifts!
Look forward to seeing you Saturday!
Craft table & more!
Anne Mason & her family took a trip to Kenya this summer. They came back changed & committed to send 6 high schoolers to school. Anne Mason & some friends will have a gingerbread man craft available for the kids which may just help you have a free moment to shop! All of the proceeds will go towards reaching their goal of helping these kids in Kenya.
And take a look at these gorgeous knitted beauties...made in Africa...also to support these kids & the ministry. Check out that elephant cruising in Ellie's backpack in the airport! Awesome.
I love watching peoples hearts desire to help others. And you get to play a part..all while getting gifts for the special people in your life.
HeART
I did a show with Linda last year & we are thrilled that she's a part of the Garden Market this year. Her work inspires & encourages me.
I'm looking forward to seeing all she has on Saturday!
Yumbii!!!!!
If you don't know the Yumbii truck, well then you've missed out on something straight from Heaven.
Mostaza Seed Pt 2
OMG. And I'm not sure I'm even allowed to use that term. Can you? I mean, when you hit the 30 & over mark do you have to give up phrases like that?
We'll let it go for now because seriously. I Loooooove me some Mostaza Seed.
Just a couple more tastings of what you'll see at the Garden Market...unless of course you come too late....so come early!
See you Saturday.
10,000 Villages
Tailgating?? Football party??
What a great idea!!!!
Rumor has it that GA/AU is this Saturday.....why not place an order for pick up on Saturday at the Garden Market???? These would be perfect for tailgating or for that football party you're planning to have later in the day.
Or if you are like me at all ... just pick up a few to snack on for the week & just tell people you're having a massive football party
And keep in mind for all those sporty themed birthday parties that will no doubt be happening year round. I am partial to the march madness so I'll remembering these basketballs when all of that rolls around.
the signs!
the Neema shop
Davis is bringing her painted boards again this year & has added a few new items to the collection!!! Her personalized orders are winding down so if there's something you need for Christmas go ahead & let her know as she will be packing up for several weeks to be able to enjoy Thanksgiving & Christmas with her family. They say they have missed her :).
I'm especially excited that Neema's mommy (the Neema shop namesake) will be a vendor this year at the Garden Market! A portion of my sales always go to help Heath's ministry Takes A Whole Village (TAWV).
Can't wait to see you on Saturday!!!!!!
TreeHouse Cards
Lori Murphy with TreeHouse Cards makes hand stamped cards for all occasions and personalized stationary.
Intown Sundries/BeltLine Bike Shop
One of our favorite parts about this Market is the people.
Many of the vendors are using their gifts to support a ministry that they are passionate about. We have mentioned those ministries in previous entries & will continue to let you know all about these amazing people you will be meeting at the Garden Market on 11/12.
One of those people is Rebecca O'Mara with Intown Sundries. Her soaps are wonderful & I am saying that as someone who has bought them for myself & others. 15% of the proceeds from the sales with Intown Sundries will go towards the Belt
Line Bike Shop. You should totally check out their story & their journey with the Bike Shop. I tell their story all the time.....it's a story that makes me want to move forward. Very inspiring & exciting to see great hope in our city.
TREES!
The trees!!!
The porch will be lined with these amazing trees thanks to Ann Carr who will be joining us again this year.
I'm thinking that addition to one for my own porch...it might be fun to have a table tree for my kids to make ornaments for......
Cupcake Kids
Brambles & Vines
Brambles & Vines Brambles & Vines is a collection of home décor creations (mostly wreaths) using vintage, repurposed, and natural objects. Each item has a special twist and a story to tell.
Made-to-order requests are welcomed—if you have vintage collectibles or other special mementos tucked away that you’d like to bring out of hiding, they can be made into an artful composition that will frequently make you pause, live in the moment, and smile.
I am inspired partly by these thoughts from folk artist Howar
d Finster:
“. . .I took the pieces you threw away and put them together by night and day.
Washed by rain, dried by sun, a million pieces all in one.”
“Well, as far as I'm concerned, I'm not here to live a normal life. I'm sent hereon a mission.”
Bird's Nest part 2!
Nancy is whipping up some cool burlap runners & it's like she read my mind! I have needed something just like this for my buffet! It's so perfect.
And can we please sit down & have a conversation about how this girl puts fabric together!?! She's a genius. I'm convinced. I have seen the skirts & I don't think it would be crazy to order 1 of each, please. She has limited fabric for many of these skirts which is great because not everyone can get the same one....but it stinks because you better grab your coffee & get there early.
Intown Sundries
WE LOOOOOOOVE INTOWN SUNDRIES!!!!
The soaps are AMAZING. I gave them as gifts last year because another vendor at the market raved & raved about how great they were quality-wise & how wonderful they smelled.
I was sold......& I'll be buying again.
And as a side note....Rebecca is just super fun. Get to know her....I'm sure glad I did :).
GLAD YOU'RE BACK INTOWN SUNDRIES!!!
Missy Courts
TAWV
Takes A Whole Village is a non-profit based out of Atlanta. In 2009, while adopting her little girl, Neema, in Arusha, Tanzania, Heath DuPree saw a great need among many other children in the dirt covered villages of Tanzania. In response to such poverty and hopelessness, she set up a home for them with a housemother.
Through the purchases of handmade sandals and scarves and the generous donations of others, she is able to provide them with 3 meals a day, minor medical care, English Medium Education, and a chance to hear about a God who created them and has a purpose for their lives. The products are made by hardworking Tanzanian artisans and thus not only does 100% of the proceeds go back to the organization, we are also supporting the local people. To learn more about Takes A Whole Village, please visit their website at www.takesawholevillage.blogspot.com
Heath has sold the products for TAWV in Atlanta before & though all of the products are FANTASTIC -the sandals are all the talk. Plan to get your hands on them. Like, now. :)
Jennifer Tanksley
Jennifer Tanksley has quite a following...and she's been with the Garden Market, I believe, from the beginning. Her paintings mean so much to people & the inspiration behind them draws people in. They are pure & they are wonderful.
Jennifer is the mother of 2 awesome boys & also teaches in addition to her painting. One friend in particular received her 2 bird paintings & called me squealing with excitement :).
She paints more than just birds & in several different sizes - perfect for a wall or even for a bookshelf. I can't wait to see what she brings with her this year!
Betsy Clayton Jewelry
Shilo-Lynn Prints
Shilo is back this year & we're so excited!
Nothing better than getting those Christmas cards completed!
With Shilo-Lynn prints you can have the card you have been looking for that doesn't look like everyone elses!!!
In addition to all the wonderful cards....they can also take care of your Invitations, Birth Announcements & Stationery!
So glad you're back Shilo - feel free to leave your comments here if you would like place that order early for pick up at the Garden Market!
**And Heritage Auction people....she's offering the 10% discount if you bring your booklet in!
Sticky Sweets
We call them Cookie Pops, but they aren't really cookies.
The secret is ours to keep, but your tastebuds will love them!
Three different flavors to tempt you. Mellow Pops, Peanut Butter Pops 
and Chocolate Hazelnut Pops.
Adorable little treats on a stick, a perfect combination of salty and sweet! We will custom make to help you 
celebrate any occasion. We've done holiday parties, birthday parties, baby showers, teacher gifts, teacher appreciation, class parties, coaches gifts etc.
Christina's Headbands
My girls would have a full collection of Christina's headbands if they had their way.....and they're not far from it!
Crazy cute & very comfortable.
I love the ones with navy the best because we can throw them in on the way to school & they match all those navy uniforms! My girls prefer the ones with the pink :).
Many friends have received them as birthday gifts & I see them wear them all the time. Get to the Market early this year as she will have a few (& only a very special few...I have spied them with mine own eyes) very special brand new headbands that will be incredibly limited in number!!!
Perfect stocking stuffers.