Mark is a newcomer to the small cadre of broom makers in the US. He learned the craft of broom tying at the North House Folk School in Grand Marais where he acquired the basic knowledge for assembling utilitarian whisk brooms, novelty brooms, hearth brooms and traditional kitchen sweepers. He then put many years of woodworking and a bit of an artistic eye to creating unique handles and sticks upon which to base the construct.

Jo has been weaving beautiful, handcrafted baskets for 15 years. She is a member of several basket guilds and attends many national workshops and conventions where she hones her craft. She currently teaches classes at the Longville Arts Center, the Hackensack Senior Center and at various locations in the Twin Cities.

Barb works with pure beeswax from her hives. The first step is a cleaning process to remove all impurities. At this point candles are ready to be either hand dipped or molded. She designs the majority of the molds. Barb uses and applies several surface techniques to create her candles, using both the natural color and dye. Products such as salve, soap and lip balm are made using beeswax, honey and other natural oils. Gift boxes are included.

Bare Naked Soap Company specializes in handcrafted goat milk soaps and body care products. Using the cold process method, Tracy’s goat milk soaps are handcrafted in small batches using the highest quality base oils, essential and fragrance oils, natural colorants and fresh goat milk. Like the soaps, Tracy’s body care products are handcrafted in small batches without toxic chemicals or synthetic ingredients found in most store bought creams and lotions.