Lenoir, NC – We’re celebrating the holidays with Hometown Handmade Holiday indoor artisan markets at the Caldwell Arts Council! This season, shop local, shop small, shop handcrafted! Hometown Handmade Holiday markets will be held December 7-8, December 14-15, and December 21-22 at the Caldwell Arts Council.

Make-and-take events and art/craft classes will be offered through the week as well. Friday’s hours are 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm and Saturday’s hours are 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

Feel good about supporting regional artists as you find one-of-a-kind treasures for your loved ones.

The December 7-8 weekend artisan market will feature the following artists:

Softwinds Pottery by Larry & Dinah Moore, Antiques and rolled paper art by Nelson & Sue Ellen Brookshire, Goat milk soaps, lotions, and bath products by Dawn Mathews of The Thankful Goat, Knitwear and jewelry by Gail Ambrocio of All Paws Matter, Semiprecious stone jewelry by Harry Polly of Pollys Rock, Woodland floral designs by Sandra Jourdain, Beaded jewelry and ornaments by Kathy Durand, Wood creations by Steve Berg, Pottery by Pam Sweeney, Pet wear and baby wear by Wendy Hall of Wendy & Company, Purses and bags by Pam Washer of Ragbags of Blowing Rock, Pet bandannas and dammit dolls by Karen Penley of Karen’s Itchin’ to be Stichin’, Hand-built wooden items by Bob Piastuch, Fused glass landscapes, ornaments, jewelry, and nightlights by Diane Enger of Time and Again Designs, Photography, photo cards, and sewn art by Dave and Debbie DeBaeremaeker, Essential oil bath and body products by Carolyn McCrary of A Drop of Eden.

This season of Hometown Handmade Holiday artisan markets, crafting and art workshops are sponsored by LifeStore Banking and Insurance. The markets are free to attend and the Caldwell Arts Council is located at 601 College Ave SW in Lenoir; 828-754-2486; https://www.caldwellarts.com
Softwinds Pottery by Larry & Dinah Moore