Bon Vivant Antiques & Period Furnishings - Recycled typewriter key bracelets

Karen Danella's Cedarwood Soaps

Karen Danella, owner of Cedarwood Soaps, has been making natural soaps since 2001. Karen began by walking the halls at her job while on her way to the copier or delivering paperwork, with a huge basket of soaps wrapped in tulle and ribbon.  Naturally, people would be curious to see what was in the large basket. She also began working many craft fairs, and her customer base grew from there. With a degree in Business Management, Karen also graduated from Von Lee School of International Aesthetics, where she learned the art of skin and makeup care. In addition, Karen extensively researched and developed her soap recipes using the most beneficial skin care ingredients.  Every bar of soap at Cedarwood Soaps is enriched with skin nourishing shea butter and other moisturizing, luxurious oils, clays, and botanicals.  Karen's rich, creamy, & luxurious soaps can also be found online at www.cedarwoodsoaps.com, or email cedarwoodsoaps@yahoo.com, or by calling 410-923-4244.

 

New to the Market this month - Cathy Sparkles. In their own words: "We are Annapolis area moms with great aspirations of greening our homes. We went to great lengths to learn, read and absorb everything there is to know about creating a non-toxic, healthier home - to oust the toxic, chemical-laden conventional cleaners so many of us rely on for the sake of convenience. During the research process it became apparent that creating your own household cleaners from all-natural ingredients can be an overwhelming process--one that people like me might normally give up on--unless you have everything you need in one easy place. To make going green easier, cheaper and more convenient for everyone,  we've put together everything you need to make your own all-natural green cleaning products in one fast, easy and fun kit. We include personally created and tested recipes, hard-to-find ingredients like pure essential oils, and even the eco-friendly re-usable containers you need to make everything as simple as humanly possible. We like to say it's ridiculously fast & easy (because if it weren't I wouldn't do it). At the Green Market we'll be doing mixing and cleaning demonstrations, helping people mix their own "green cleaning cocktails" on the spot, and selling the supplies to do it all at home. Our customers will save time and money, reduce waste, help the earth and help their families by instantly reducing the toxins in their homes. Above all, we want to help give other families the same opportunity for a healthier, greener home without hassle, that we've given ours. In fact, given the aromatherapy properties in our recipes, we think it's possible to make cleaning hour (almost) as fun as happy hour!

Goebel/Hummel early 1960s Nativity Set

Debbie & Steve McKerrow started Chesapeake Estate Services after having to

handle Debbie’s uncle’s estate on Long Island. A classic pack-ratter, his house was literally filled to overflowing… but with interesting, collectible things. They just had to dig through the clutter to find them, and then learn about their value and the best way to sell them. Once they did, Debbie realized they could do the same for others who don’t have the time to do what’s necessary to successfully empty Mom or Dad’s house.  Since 2004, Chesapeake Estate Services has conducted Estate Sales throughout Central Maryland and on the Eastern Shore for seniors who are downsizing and families who have to liquidate assets after a loved one has passed away.  Debbie & Steve are committed to making these often difficult life changes as stress-free as possible. Aware that they literally touch a person’s whole life when going through someone’s home, they approach the task sensitively and with respect.  The company can also be hired to create the required personal property inventory and valuation required by the Orphan’s Court when an estate is opened.  And, they can do personal property valuations for insurance purposes, supplying the client with a printed report and photo record of items and their replacement values.  The West Annapolis 2nd Sunday Green Market was the company’s first foray into selling antiques and collectibles outside of an Estate Sale. They followed last season’s experience with a booth at an antique show in Chestertown and at the West Annapolis Oktoberfest. They’ve been collecting items throughout the winter in preparation of this season’s Green Market and are looking forward to beautiful weather and meeting new friends. Chesapeake Estate Services. You can contact them at: 410-279-3382 or www.ChesapeakeEstate.com or ChesapeakeEstate@verizon.net.

If you really want to talk recycled and upcycled, you have to check out the creations from Cross the Street. The combination of Marty Anderson's quirky and whimsical antiques, and Terry Zabolodney's "compiled" furniture takes it to another level. Both are lovers of found objects, and Terry's carpentry skills transform old furniture legs, shutters, tin roofing and other bits and pieces of the past, into fun (and spectacular) pieces of functional furniture - as you can see from the photo! You can find Marty and Terry at each of the West Annapolis 2nd Sunday Neighborhood Green Markets.

 

For the person who has everything, how about a clock or lamp made from recycled bicycle parts? That's the specialty of Charlie Dodge.  In his words: "I have been a serious cyclist for over 20 years and a mechanic, welder, fabricator for over 40 years. Several years ago I conceived the idea to combine these two activities by making artful items from used bicycle parts. I mainly make clocks, but I have also make lamps, key chains, key holders, belt buckles and sometimes just fun things. I have shown my work at many craft shows in the Annapolis area and have items in the Purple Poppy in Crownsville and the River Gallery in Galesville. Each item is uniquely designed as a one-of-a-kind piece. In addition, I also have a variety of  home-grown vegetables for sale along with my artwork. You can find me every month at the West Annapolis 2^nd Sunday Neighborhood Green Market. Or you can call me at 410-841-6269 or email me at

And if you get a clock or lamp for "him", how about something from Laura Anderson's Eclipse Designs - fashioning jewelry out of old automobile parts - for her?

Eco Baby Bum is a terrific, homegrown, Annapolis-based company that's helping the planet one little Bum at a time. We offer natural and organic products for mamas and baby. Cloth diapers of many brands and varieties. Diapering accessories, breastfeeding supplies, designer wet bags,
organic lotions and shampoos, herbal teas and more!
 

 

An udderly delicious Kent County farm family product - Eve’s Cheese is made with milk from Fawnwood Farm, a third generation Kent County family farm.  The cows at Mason’s Fawnwood Farm graze on rich Eastern Shore farmland just minutes west of Chestertown.  The company is named after an award winning Jersey cow, Eve. Eve has been a 4-H project and a winner at both the Kent County Fair and the Maryland State Fair. The farm’s herd is primarily comprised of Jersey cows, Guernsey, Brown Swiss and Milking Shorthorn are found on the farm.  This mixture of cows gives Eve’s Cheese its unique flavor and unsurpassed quality. Only grade A milk is used to make Eve’s Cheese. The milk contains no antibiotics or chemical compounds to increase milk production. This quality milk is transported to an Amish cheesemaker, who handcrafts the milk into Eve’s Cheese. Eve’s Cheese is not mass produced, instead the emphasis is placed on producing a quality cheese at a reasonable price.

 

The beginning of Freedom Bakery goes back to 2006 Sarah was diagnosed with Celiac Disease which is an auto immune disease triggered by gluten that is found in wheat, rye and barley.  The gluten free food that was available to her was not very good.  The thought that this was what she had to look forward to the rest of her life started to make her depressed.  Her mother, Lisa, couldn't let this happen.  So the two women got into the kitchen and started baking, figuring they couldn't do any worse than what was already out there.  For three month they baked three loaves a day, changing recipes, add to recipes, baking, baking, baking.  Finally one day they looked into the oven and there illuminated by the oven light was what looked like the perfect loaf of bread.  When they opened the oven the smell that wafted out was that of bread.  But they still had to wait until the bread had cooled before they could slice into it.  Then it was time.  They got the bread knife and sliced away.  Inside the loaf it looked like bread.  The perfect crust and the even little holes.  They clinked the slices together like champagne glasses and bit into it.  At that moment Angels sangs and trumpets blew.  It was very good bread. From that one loaf of bread came the knowledge and understanding of this new flour that  they were to work with.  From this one loaf of bread came cookies, cakes muffins, pies and everything else.  And Sarah would be able to enjoy eating again. Then one day Sarah came in and told Lisa that she had quit her job.  That wasn't a bad thing.  She was unhappy there and it was time.  But Sarah still worried about what she would now do.  With that Lisa said, "We're going to open a bakery.  A gluten free bakery.  There have to be people out there that don't have the time, resources or knowledge to do what we've been doing the last three months.  How hard can it be?"  Well they found out how hard it was.  But after 8 months they finally opened and have been open for one year and 5 months.  They are adding more and more recipes and making more and more friends. They are excited to see what their future will be.

Serrah Gabriel began at the Market showing jewelry (exquisite!) but we're excited to see her

Don and Lisa Biggar of Galena Blooms Farm on the eastern shore of Maryland, offer specialty cut flowers and herbs (single stems, bouquets, vase arrangements), wreaths, hand-crafted castile soap, herbal vinegars, jams and jellies, herbal bath salts and oils, body scrubs and body lotions. Don

TASTE OF THE BAY MAGAZINE'S EDITORS CHOICE GIFT GUIDE PICK! Susan Hartsfield's Global Baskets LLC represents her passion about eco-friendly practices. She packages Ghana baskets with her book The Complete Guide to Energy Conservation for Smarties, and a dozen practical environmental products -  a 9 stop shop in a one of kind unique eco-gift basket. Susan also promotes over 60 energy efficient products.

How about something for the family pet? Massage perhaps??? Located in West Annapolis, Grand Paws Pet Salon and Spa offers traditional quality grooming services at competitive prices along with new spa services, to include dead sea salt scrubs with soothing aromatic lavender, peppermint, vanilla or rose scented soaks, and paw treatments using raw shea butter to help soothe dry paw pads. Many other services available! Visit us at 14B Annapolis Street, at www.grandpawsannapolis.com, call us at 443  ~ 949 ~ 7199, email Heather@GrandPawsAnnapolis.com.

Kaylala Organic Apothecary makes ALL NATURAL & ORGANIC handcrafted skin care products made with LOCAL & SUSTAINABLE ingredients from our home state of Maryland. You may notice almost all of our products are packaged in either recycled or recyclable materials, such as recycled sugar cane pulp, biodegradable vegetable cellulose, or glass. Research has shown that phthalates in plastic containers can leach into cosmetics, lotions, shampoos, etc-- disrupting your endocrine system. We feel strongly about limiting the use of plastics in relation to substances that go on your skin, especially with trans-dermal ingredients like emu oil.

LMB Antiques returns with the seasoned eyes of Lisa and Marilyn Bakula bringing you vintage treasures - jewelry too! - sure to delight. Whimsical, traditional, delightful - you'll find something to treasure from their collection!

 In 1974, a young woman began cutting grass in order to pay for college.  She realized, during that time, that working with plants, colors, configurations, and people, was something that she really loved. So sparked Andrea’s interest in starting her own Landscape/Design company, where she could share her knowledge, and good nature, with devoted customers.  She has, and always will, feel that a garden is a reflection of ‘self’.  It is an extension of the home, and a place where one can utilize a number of different materials to get across a certain ‘theme’. These ideals now run through The Landscape Design Center and give all of the employees a focus when working on a project. In 1996 Andrea’s daughter, Ana, came to work for the company as a draftsman.  By 2004 she earned a degree in Landscape Management and Design from The University for Maryland. Since then Ana has been working as a designer/salesperson, creating unique and beautiful designs for clients in the Annapolis, Baltimore, DC, and surrounding areas. Both women design with their own unique style, but both have the same focus; to create an innovative and beautiful design for each and every one of their clients. In 2009 they came up with Tchotchke Pots, using recycled goods to create interesting and useful garden décor. From Cookie Jars to Christmas mugs – everything turned into a place to house an herb, or flower, or cute little shrub.  From there they developed an interesting approach to recycling and advertising for their main bread and butter……The Landscape Design Center. Visit our website for our retail location info: www.thelandscapedesigncenter.com

 

Lotus Therapeutic Massage is a Holistic Approach to Your Health! Regular massage is not a luxury, but a necessity for the well being of your mind, body and soul. We are currently offering Chair Massage on-site and under the shade for your comfort. Also, we offer a wide variety of Certified Organic Essential Oils that are Therapeutic Grade. No synthetics, preservatives or additives. doTERRA Essential Oils are made to inhale, apply directly to your skin or ingest, they are safe and effective.  We look forward to becoming part of your healthy lifestyle routine! Make your massage appointment online at www.lotusofannapolis.com,  and visit them at their NEW location on Lubrano Drive!

Cynthia O'Neill's Moonloops is a small business showcasing local yarn and original patterns for knitting and crochet. Cynthia often visits the farms who produce the yarn she sells. "It is a wonderful experience to get to know the local artisan/farmers and see the working end of the business", she says. Cynthia encourages her customers to visit the farms and thank them for their commitment to sustainable and human practices.

 

Peruvian Trend Co. Represents the fine art and crafts of Peruvian women artisans. Using ancestral and unique techniques PT Co. showcases seasonal clothing, accessories, jewelry and home accents using 100% natural fibers as Pima cotton and Alpaca wool, and eco resources as clay, seeds and sea glass. Since 1995 PT Co. 

PrettynGreen is an eco-conscious company that promotes repurposed art and merchandise. Together with our partners, we take post-consumer material and

May we suggest a GIFT CERTIFICATE TO West Annapolis' own Ridgely Retreat - an important piece of our connection to our local community. Located on Ridgely Avenue, Ridgely Retreat is a cozy haven affording peace, quiet, and serenity located in West Annapolis. One step into our world and you'll be enveloped in the peaceful ambiance we all try to find in these hurried times. Enjoy a massage, indulge in a facial, or unwind in one of our many classes. We guarantee you will reemerge relaxed, more introspective, and fully rejuvenated! In today's fast paced life, it is time for you to turn inward toward rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Ridgely Retreat has been specifically designed to offer you a peaceful ambiance and environment to recharge. You will soon experience your mind and body working together more naturally. With classes in Yoga, Pilates,Tai Chi, NIA and Meditation, you will sense your spirit and reemerge more introspective and calm. Ridgely Retreat offers specialized care for infertility, fibromyalgia, arthritis and chronic pain. With our team approach to wellness and healing we take you on a journey of nurturing care and support that is needed to live a healthy life.

TASTE OF THE BAY MAGAZINE'S EDITORS CHOICE GIFT GUIDE PICK! How fun is this??? Wait til you see the creations at Simply Plated! Combining a love of vintage, nature, and handmade items, these beautiful pedestal plates are designed from candlesticks, plates and fanciful object embellishments to create elegant, upcycled cake plates to use for desserts, soaps, candles - let your imagination run wild!

SPARKLES ‘n STONES, was founded by Arlene McCarthy Walsh in Annapolis in 2007.  The company evolved after many years of searching and buying unique  Sterling silver, semi-precious stone and shell pendants, earrings and bracelets from all over the world.  Sparkles 'n Stones jewelry can be found at The Well Dressed Nest in West Annapolis and Annapolis Styling Group in Annapolis.  Arlene is available for private home shows.  Additionally, Sparkles 'n Stones frequently helps non-profits raise funds at vendor events. 

Those of you who love woodworking are going to be pleased to see Larry Taylor of Taylor's Turnings back at the Market. His wooden bowls are fashioned from some of nature's most beautiful woods - and Larry puts his special touch on them to add some organic elegance to your home.

Terra Joy

you to visit us at one of our many farmers market venues or experience our Marketplace on line. We sponsor and promote the edible landscape through educational programs and community gardening projects. Our services are designed with the intention of  increasing awareness while teaching sustainable agriculture practices and methods that are sensitive to our ever changing and fragile environment .We favor sound land management and resource preservation  as our future will ultimately  depend on how we use, allocate and preserve the limited natural resources available to us.  T

he farm markets we participate in are a great destination point for family and friends looking to experience a pure and simplistic approach to “home farming” that is eco-friendly, community supporting and fascinating to children of all ages. We give real time seminars every half hour at our markets in order to introduce this innovative concept  There is much to choose from while visiting our “Accents.” website store. Our web store and market venues combine and contain the best of all that we grow, plants that are high yielding 2&3 yr. old fruit producers sold at a great price and are top quality. You can also find crafted specialty items such as wreaths and custom made rooting vases and some of our finest dried herb mixes and spices there and so much more. Please visit the farm  markets we participate in and mention the website for a 10% extra discount and experience a new way of looking at the world we live in and the food you can choose to eat and grow. Our world depends on us to take care of it and reap all that it provides for us naturally.

Twin Beeches Alpacas

The artisans of Twin Oaks Partners are truly a co-op group, offering baked goods, marmalades and jams, apple butter, pie and holiday baked goods and granola, combined with the artistry of two crafters making children’s crafts from recycled textiles and jewelry incorporating recycled beads and findings.

Twin Pixie Studios is the work of artist Anne Quinlan. Her story: "The words and images in my artwork are reflective of my life experience. I am a mother, daughter, sister, wife, art therapist, traveler, gardener, collector, hoper, dreamer, and visual narrator. I am an artist. My work continues to be inspired by the people who have touched my life. I use words and images to tell stories of universal human experience through the lens of personal experience. My intention is to inspire the joy, compassion, and hope so often lost with the innocence of childhood. I hope others will look beyond the surface of my work to see their own life experience reflected in the story of humanity." Anne's work at the Market includes paintings and art, recycled and found objects which become jewelry, collages - whatever inspires.

 

TASTE OF THE BAY MAGAZINE'S EDITORS CHOICE GIFT GUIDE PICK! Uptown Redesigns, founded in 2009 by Sandy Philpott in Annapolis, Maryland’s Uptown District, takes old leather coats and upcycles them into stylish and high-quality, custom-made leather handbags.Uptown Redesigns is not only a reflection of Sandy’s innovative style and practicality, but also demonstrates resourceful practices that limit waste and reduce unnecessary consumption and stress on the environment. A former educator, businesswoman, and interior decorator, Sandy combined her entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and her lifelong passion for sewing to develop this new venture.   “I like to focus on the practical use of products in addition to their aesthetics, so that my ultimate designs are usable, durable, and beautiful.  I also have a strong affinity for fabrics and textiles, and have a hard time parting with outdated (but high quality) clothing, sweaters, jackets, and linens.   I believe that in today’s world, it is important to not only be economically resourceful, but also to leave as little impact on our environment as possible.   It just makes complete sense to take formerly enjoyed, but no longer used, high-quality materials and fibers, and let their originally valuable assets be showcased and reused in a new, updated product." All of the bags are made from previously used leather coats salvaged from thrift, consignment, or vintage shops, along with ones that are donated directly to Uptown Redesigns.  The coats are deconstructed, cleaned, conditioned, and individually redesigned into completely unique bags.  As much as possible of the original coat is used, and the original pockets, stitching, buttons, belt, and trim are often incorporated into the new designs.  The bags are lined with upcycled silk scarves, silk clothing, or other discarded fabric remnants.  Aside from basic sewing notions, very little new hardware or materials are integrated into the new designs making the handbags truly upcycled in almost every manner! A constantly rotating boutique collection of completely unique leather bags are on display and available for immediate purchase at the online shop: www.uptownredesigns.com.  Uptown Redesigns also takes custom orders and will transform clients’ own leather coats into beautiful new bags.  Note: Sandy's bags are SOOOO cool, the Annapolis Capital just ran an article about her! You can read it for yourself: http://www.hometownannapolis.com/news/lif/2010/04/04-03/Sandy-Philpott-turns-old-leather-coats-into-unique-handbags.html

VIRIDIAN ENERGY: LOOKING FOR AN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO BE MORE GREEN?  Upgrade to  Viridian Energy as your provider of greener electricity that meets the proposed 2020 federal environmental goad of 20% renewable energy.  Reduce your carbon footprint and start living greener today!!  Please stop by the Viridian booth at the Green Market to learn more about the company that will soon be coming to Maryland!!

A watercolor artist, Elizabeth Ramirez's business has expanded into a Wimsey Cove Framing & Art directly on Rt. 2, Solomon's Island Road, in Edgewater - just south of Annapolis.  She offers high quality custom and conservation framing for any medium (including textiles), shadow boxes of all sizes, box mounting, and float frames.  She carries a unique selection of historic maps of Maryland and elsewhere and outstanding art by local artists. While the store is "headquarters" for many artists and customers, you can also catch her at many local fairs and festivals.

New to the Market this month - Yandong Wang's Yan's Art Studio - 

 using industrial recycled metal crafts, sculpture and ornaments in copper and brass.

 

 

 

 

 

 

You'll also have the opportunity to see Cindy Applegate's Fusion Ltd. Glasswork, Janine Reed's Whimsical Knits - hats and warm things for children - and the Green Living innovators from Capital Remodeling and Solar Saves!