Delaware Bay Clay offers functional ceramic beach-themed dishes, serving pieces and flowerpots for daily life, along with whimsical Halloween decorations designed to bring a smile to trick-or-treaters’ faces.
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Art, gardens, music, food and a little fall magic are coming together once again at Inland Bays Garden Center. Now in its 11th year and set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11, Arts in the Garden has become a fall tradition — a day to slow down, wander among the plants, meet talented artists and enjoy everything that makes autumn on Delmarva special.
This year, the garden will be filled with the work of 32 talented local artists and makers, offering an eclectic mix of beautiful, creative, whimsical and one-of-a-kind treasures, organizers said. Along the way, visitors can stop by the South Coastal Bonsai Club display, enjoy demonstrations throughout the day and snap a fall photo at a charming seasonal vignette created by the talented Alison Webb, AIFD.
There’s plenty for the little ones, too, with a scavenger hunt and kids’ activities, while grown-ups can linger over something delicious, enjoy the music and soak up the relaxed garden atmosphere.
“Messy’s BBQ and Kristina’s Kitchen will be serving up tasty fare, and live music from Norman Gaither and Dave Siatkowski will provide the perfect soundtrack for a fall day in the garden,” they said.
Inland Bays Garden Center will offer the chance to explore its selection of native plants — described as the largest retail collection on Delmarva.
“Fall is a wonderful time to plant, so you may just head home with a piece of art in one hand and a new plant (or two!) in the other.”
“Bring your family, bring your friends, and come spend the day with us. Whether you come for the art, the plants, the food, the music — or all of the above — our 11th Annual Arts in the Garden is a wonderful way to celebrate the season, support local artists, and welcome fall surrounded by beauty.”
The rain date for the event is Monday, Oct. 12.
Participating artists and artisans include:
• Alison Schweiger Webb — Pine Needles by Alison. Decorative brooches, bowls, baskets, and hanging ornaments done in the traditional form of coiled basketry using pine needles.
• Backyard Jellies and Jams — Featuring beach plum jelly from the fruits found along the shore, a gourmet gift, and locally made jams and jellies.
• Beth Whitman-Pitzer — Moon Shell Paper Co. Creative notecards inspired by the beach, flowers and native plants.
• Bethany Tyndall — Local Waves Studio. Wheel-thrown and hand-built pottery with a coastal Delaware flair. Horseshoe crabs like you’ve never seen them before.
• Bonsai Club — The South Coastal Bonsai Club, resident bonsai club of Inland Bays Garden Center, ` showcases bonsai trees in all stages of development, with demonstrations throughout the day on maintenance, pruning and wiring. Visitors can also browse a selection of bonsai trees and pots available for purchase.
• Carey Apiary — Patrick Carey, Master Beekeeper. Meet Patrick Carey, Master Beekeeper and owner of Carey Apiary & Farm in Frankford. Step up to the observation hive and discover the hierarchy of life inside the hive — workers, drones and, of course, the queen! Learn how these tiny pollinators keep the world blooming, and take home a jar of all-natural, local raw honey.
• Cathy Cranfield — Beach Rocks Jewelry reflecting the love of the beach and gardening combined with a bit of whimsy and fun.
• C-Glass Sisters — Framed ocean-to-art pieces with authentic sea glass collected on the Eastern Shore.
• Dawn Pierro — Turtle Moon Designs. Necklaces, earrings, bracelets made from crystals, metals, minerals, shells and gemstones which carry energy and healing power, each unique in its own way.
• Deborah Bryant — Coastal pottery with inspiration from the ever-changing display of waves along with the colors of the seasons found in the rich and diverse landscape of the Eastern Shore.
• Delaware Bay Clay — Functional ceramic beach-themed dishes, serving pieces, and flowerpots for daily life. Whimsical Halloween decorations to bring a smile to trick-or-treaters’ faces.
• Dittmar Family Farms — Zach and Jennifer Dittmar, regenerative farmers, with local produce, beef, pork and lamb.
• Floral Designs by Agatina — Fresh live flowers dried and pressed, then arranged in a picture frame.
• Happy Camper Design Company — Margo Mitchell, owner, founder, maker of all things! Specializing in custom signs, handmade woodworks and home decor; with a style that represents the first state our beautiful home.
• Janis Markopoulos — Creative art journals making use of a variety of recyclable products, fabrics, papers and mixed-media such as watercolors, acrylic paints, texture pastes, embossing powders, foiling and even pressed flowers.
• Jennifer Moon-Child — Handmade wood ornaments, magnets, trinket dishes and other home décor, all cut with a scroll saw using domestic hardwoods.
• Jesse Donahue — River Birch Creative Studios is a locally owned studio specializing in one-of-a-kind artwork handcrafted from reclaimed wood. Every piece is inspired by the character of the wood and coastal surroundings of the Eastern Shore. No two pieces are ever the same, because nature doesn’t repeat itself!
• Jill Payne — Vintage Petals artisan jewelry and accessories, hand painted Lucite, bead weaving, wire weaving, and wrapping, real butterfly wings/resin.
• George Todd — Resin and wood reflecting “resin waves” onto charcuteries boards, cutting boards, frames, vases and jewelry.
• Jo Ann Pullen — NeiShell’s Coastal Crafts are handcrafted from natural wood and unique shells gathered from the East Coast. Ready to hang and bring the beach home.
• Joy Peterson — The Joy of Wreaths. Grapevine silk wreaths adorned with dried flowers for the fall and winter holidays.
• Kerry Stewart — Tall Oaks trading Company artisanal soaps created using herbal and plant infusions or organic earth clays scented with 100 percent essential oils.
• Marian Dowling Photography — Local nature photographer offering notecards, canvas and prints of wildlife and coastline in southern Delaware. Prints are limited-edition and ready for framing.
• Mary Yeagley Bower — Ceramic tile. Handmade tiles that are as truly unique as the molds that are made from the original designs. Each tile is designed with deep relief to showcase the focal point. To add additional depth to the design, iron oxide is applied before the final glaze.
• Margie Samero — Stepping stones made with a unique mixture of concrete and stained glass to create functional stepping stones with beach and nature designs.
• Anne Taylor — Parker Place Cool Recycled Stuff. Since 1994, Parker Place Cool Recycled Stuff has been bringing eco-friendly creativity to life. In 2008, they introduced MadMats recycled rugs to their collection, and they’ve been a customer favorite ever since. Durable, stylish and sustainably made.
• Outdoor Designs by Craig — Adirondeck furniture constructed from poly lumber. No rotting, splinters or painting.
• Ray Palazzo — Wood Crafts by RJP. Handmade cutting and charcuterie boards, including some from exotic woods.
• Salt Town Trading Company — Candles inspired by nature’s coastal surroundings, that curate luxurious home fragrances to capture the beauty of the region’s land and seascape. Clean ingredient and ethically-sourced coconut soy candles that are sustainable, non-toxic and hand-poured along the Delaware coast.
• Sandyhook Art Glass Studio artists are inspired by the colors of the sea. Their windchimes and suncatchers are created using driftwood and fire-polished stained glass in shades of aqua, blue, turquoise and green. Crystal beads and prisms make each piece sparkle in the sunlight and tinkle in the breeze.
• Seaside Studios — Vicki and Jack Sherman. Seaside Studios, a family-owned small business, offers an array of handcrafted treasures, including their tumbled glass Christmas trees, ornaments, driftwood art, centerpieces and picture frames. Each one-of-a-kind creation adds a special touch to holiday décor.
• Tom Rudolph — Handcrafted cutting boards, flight boards, serving trays.
• Travis Bower — Carefully crafted bowls, vases and sculptures that celebrate the unique textures, colors and grains that nature has bestowed upon these materials.
• Wood Creations by Randy — Randy Orr. Exotic wood, cherry maple, wenge, blood wood, red mallee burl, red coolibah, reclaimed red oak, curly maple, mahogany, white limba, purple heart, rainbow popular, paduk, wood lace, handcrafted into one-of-a-kind serving boards, cutting boards and coasters.
Inland Bays Garden Center is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, contact Sandy Daniels at sandan@inlandbaysgardencenter.com.
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