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Welcome to Guardian’s FIRST Virtual Maker’s Market!

A year ago, we planned an EXCELLENT Winter Maker’s Market to be held in the brewery, similar to the one we held in 2019. Then, the pandemic hit the world, things changed, and we were banned from gathering indoors this December. So, we thought, Michiganders are tough! We will hold the market outdoors. That plan worked really well until we found out the day of the market was supposed to be 28-35F, rainy, with 25 mph Easterly winds… right into our patio area. Time for Plan C.

On December 12 and 13, we are hosting a Virtual Maker’s Market here AND a Guardian Staff Pop-Up at the brewery (3657 63rd Street, Saugatuck). The Pop-Up will be held from 12-8PM. All you have to do is swing by the brewery table on your way to dine outside OR order your goods via our online system and either pick them up or have them delivered. We have so many amazing artists to share with you, so please scroll all the way to the bottom of the page, check out our artists, and shop locally this holiday season. It makes our community so much stronger when you do. Cheers! ~ Kim, Kate, and Team Guardian

Vendor: Annie Did It

Description: “Lampwork glass jewelry, beads and accessories”

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Vendor: Art as a Lifestyle

Description: “Art as a Lifestyle presents Maranda Shear’s Signature clothing designs. All items are up-cycled pieces boasting hand drawn designs by the artist herself! Designs include organic mandalas, cultural symbols, floral elements and animals! Pet portraits available to order. Dresses, skirts, tops, Men’s, Woman’s & Kids styles and sizes.  Pieces are all one of a kind, no duplicate styles/sizes. Find a piece as unique as you! “

Custom orders available for pickup only in Holland, MI to be done by Christmas.

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Vendor: BLU Papaya

Description: Unique handmade tumblers

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  • Facebook: BLU Papaya
  • Retail: Guardian Brewing Company taproom

Vendor: Edgar Ellis Wolf

Description: “Edgar Ellis Wolf signature fragrances and short stories will create the perfect gift bundle or buy each story, goats milk bar soap, satin & silk lotion and soy wax candle individually! Each fragrance is crafted to enhance the experience of each short story. The Black Bard stories by Edgar Ellis Wolf are very Dr. Who meets Grimm’s Fairytales in a first person narrative rife with poetic flourishes and vivid imagery. All products are hand crafted in partnership with Art as a Lifestyle in Holland, Artwork created by local artist Maranda Shear.”

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Vendor: Flying Trout Works Studio

Description: “Jewelry by Antoinette Houtman made from “stuff found at the beach” crinoids (lucky stones) beach glass and shell and a little sterling silver to finish it off. Each piece is special, hand crafted and unique. Toni offers a great selection with new pieces available as they are finished, everything from simple beach glass pendants to tiny bottles filled with little treasures that float around suspended in clear gel.”

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Vendor: Foster Hall Design

Description: “…it all begins with the leaf. Leaf sculpture and jewelry creates an avenue to show love for nature throughout the year. All projects take into account the vast variety of foliage textures, colors and shapes to create truly unique designs.”

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Vendor: Guardian Brewing Company Staff Creations – VISIT THE POP-UP!

Description: Various treats and gifts from some of the multi-talented staff members at Guardian Brewing Company. 

Find various flavors of Jamie’s “Jamn Good” jams as well as her whimsical terrariums decorated with hand-sculpted polymer clay figures and scenes. Purchase one of her ever-popular Maker’s Mark wax ornaments, too!

Let Rob help you decorate your tree with his wood slice ornaments! The perfect touch to your Christmas decor or the perfect gift to show someone you care. Grab your ornament while supplies last!

Kim has yet another fantastic creation for beer lovers– unique beer notebooks featuring covers from a wide variety of beers! Choose from a small, medium, or large notebook. 

Last, but certainly not least, let Chef Abby treat your tastebuds once again with some of her delicious treats, always made fresh in the Guardian kitchen! Purchase any of her freshly made pies, gingersnap cookies, baked bread, oreo truffles, or delicious biscotti. Take home your favorite Guardian wing sauce (Honey BBQ, Pineapple Jalapeño, or Red Hot) or salad dressing (housemade Ranch, Balsamic Vinaigrette, or Pumpkin Herb) to pump up the flavor of your culinary creations at home! Finally, bring home some of her homemade hot chocolate mix (mini bottle of Baileys Irish Cream included) to warm up on a cold December night. 

All of these products will be making a special appearance at the Guardian Brewing Company taproom on Saturday, December 12th & 13th! Guardian will keep many of these items for sale, past the 13th, while supplies last. 

Vendor: Lulu Lovelies

Description: “I will have fused glass sun catchers, holiday trees, holiday pins, and garden stakes. I love making bowls and boards from wine bottles and I will be having some fused glass nightlight.”

Find Linda’s work at small local shows!

Vendor: Marissa Marques

Description: Prints and illustrations

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  • Instagram: @printsbymariss

Vendor: My Lovely Muse

Description: “Live in harmony with our earth by exchanging disposable housewares and fast fashion for more sustainable alternatives. Through the conscious process of planning a design, selecting natural and organic materials, and careful construction, My Lovely Muse provides a line of eco-conscious housewares and custom, handcrafted apparel to help make the shift to a more sustainable lifestyle easier.”

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Vendor: River Bend Outpost

Description: “Hand crafted Soap and Apothecaries. Whether it’s soap, potpourri, or make up we have the items for you.”

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Vendor: SoS Headbands

Description: “At SoS Headbands we believe that all women are Beautiful, unique, enough and chosen. We are based off of Song of Solomon 4:7 ‘you are all together beautiful my darling. There is no flaw in you.’ We create handmade headbands and a variety of other hair accessories including scrunchies and hair clips.”

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Vendor: Zcashmere by Sue Fleming

Description: “100% re-fashioned cashmere accessories for men and women.”

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Vendor: Zoulek Handmade Crafts

Description: “I specialize in handmade crocheted items such as blankets, scrubbers, dish cloths, and pot holders. I also make tie-dye masks. My love for crocheting started when I was very young. My grandmother taught me and I just can’t stop!”

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Published by Inky Beer

ART + BEER = INKYBEER Inky Beer was born out of the desire to make conscious connections between beer and art (mostly graffiti and tattoos) in our travels. Join Dr. B and Kim as we embark on our new adventure, meeting new people and cataloging their ink and love of beverages for your enjoyment.

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