THE HANDMAIDENS [ www.thehandmaidens.com ] A collective of nine women artists, designers, and crafters from Raleigh, NC who create handcrafted adornments for body and home. The Handmaidens produce Raleigh's The Handmade Market, a semiannual event that showcases the work of independent designers and crafters from NC and beyond.
DC CRAFT MAFIA [ www.dccraftmafia.com ] The DC Craft Mafia is a group of diverse indie businesses who endeavor to bring craftiness to the capitol masses. Our goal is to promote, inspire and support the crafty community.
INDIE-O-RAMA! [ Indie-O-Rama.com ] Nominate, vote on, and revel in the amazing featured indie artists and service providers - new featured sites EVERY MONTH! Indie-O-Rama celebrates indie artists with Featured awards, membership for all, galleries, and monthly give aways. Join Indie-O-Rama today!
FASHIONCEO [ www.fashionceo.com ] fashionCEO is a community, resource center & showcase for independent fashion designers.
PROJECT TRANSACTION [ www.project-transaction.com/designs.html ] Project Transaction is an independent, artist owned/operated endeavor featuring high quality, unique items hand-made by an actual living person. In addition to our brand new line of tees and hoodies, we are now featuring leather cuffs, pillows, and posters. We offer eco-friendly printing and products, as well as custom design and printing. Check it out and thanks for shopping indie.
ARTISTS WHO GIVE BACK [ www.thisisitcreations.blogspot.com ] I thought it would be fun to feature artists who give back in some way. It could be that they donate some of their profits to charity or that they volunteer in their community. Stepping out of our own lives and giving to others is such a wonderful experience--and because giving is contageous, I'm hoping that everyone who reads this blog will be inspired to give to anyone and everyone who needs it!
LADIES INDEPENDENT DESIGN LEAGUE [ www.designleague.org ] "Minima Maxima Sunt"( the smallest things are most important) Online home of the Ladies Independent Design League, a brand-new NYC collective of talented ladies who want to bridge the gap between craft and commerce. Between us we handcraft clothing, jewelry, bags, knitwear for pups and people, and more!
INDNET.BIZ - INDEPENDENT DESIGNER'S NETWORK [ www.indnet.biz?memberID=311 ] indie designers | creating a community | promoting each other | meeting new buyers | sharing the sales.
SHILOH [ gotta.shopshiloh.com ] Brand new online boutique featuring new and emerging artisans, independent designers and crafters of all kinds!
INDIE DESIGNER MARKETING [ www.indiedesignermarketing.com ] I can't teach you how to stitch, solder, screenprint or bead. But if tune in to Indie Designer Marketing every Monday through Friday, you will learn how to promote and sell your merchandise online. I talk about blogging, eBay, publicity and more.
RED CROW ARTS [ redcrowarts.indiepublic.com ] Fun and functional clay and mosaic art.
One of a kind handmade stoneware and raku pendants for your focals and craft projects. Mosaics and Pottery to decorate your home and garden. Stop by my shop often to see my constant listings of products
:: ATMOSPHERE SHOW :: [ www.atmosphereshow.com ] ATMOSHERE SHOW :: an international selection of (innovative) and cutting edge designers. For demanding fashionistas, atmosphere is a new refined shopping experience that excite and entertain through groundbreaking design, vibrant energy, personalized and professional service, combining the best of traditional and alternative fashion. Showcasing hot, new indie talented designers alongside established brands. creating a exquisite one-stop shopping event -- in unparalleled locations throughout the
YRADIER ONLINE STORE [ yradier.bigcartel.com ] yradier is an Australian based online store that ships worldwide. We specialize in original artworks by emerging Australian artists, but we also stock beautiful and quirky jewelry, stationery, homewares, toys and other miscellaneous by small artists and designers from around the world.
Check it out! And support emerging talent as you shop.
ETSY GLASS ARTISTS (EGA) [ www.etsyglass.com ] A glass artist collective, comprised of glass fusers, glass blowers, lampworkers and stained glass artisans dedicated to fostering an appreciation for the handmade glass arts.
