3D/Mixed Media

A relief stone-carver based in Brown County, Indiana, Sidney Bolam began her career as a painter and an illustrator. Though Indiana Limestone now stands in for paper, her imagination-inspiring works remain close to her roots in illustration. Using an array of tools and artistic techniques, Sidney meticulously and lovingly textures each piece. The resulting sculptures – simultaneously fantastical and earthy – are reminiscent of medieval illuminated manuscripts both visually and even etymologically.

Marc is a woodworker who creates one-of-a-kind and handcrafted 2-D and stand alone puzzles. Perfect for young and old alike. His stand alone puzzles feature T-Rex, Yoda, a dragon. vehicles and more. He has jigsaw puzzles that represent the Sate of Indiana and favorite places such as The Chocolate Moose, Nick’s English Hut and many others.

Sue lives just outside of Bloomington, IN, and has been working with gourds for over 20 years. From the time she grew her first gourd, she recognized them as the perfect art medium. They combine her interest in growing with creating, and are a fascinating and constant source of fun and inspiration.

Donna Cooney creates reversible flower petal bowls and coffee cuffs in batik fabrics. The large petal bowls make lovely center peices, while the smaller square and rectangular bowls are ideal for woman’s hair clips or jewelry. Reverse them periodically for a different feel. The reusable coffee cuffs with velcro closure, can also add spice to a wine bottle presentation.

Janet designs her dolls in a whimsical vintage 1930’s and 1940’s era style, using quality cotton fabrics, wool yarn hair, hand embroidery on their faces, and trimmings of antique lace, buttons, rick rack, and ribbons. She makes them herself, by hand. Each one is different. The dolls are washable, and directions for their care are written on the tag. She likes to think that her dolls will be a much loved, lifelong friend for a child.Janet also creates hand drawn and individually cut cards, as well as patchwork piece pot holders, purses, cushions, and drawstring bags. In the winter she even crochets warm wool hats in a variety of colors and patterns.