It’s a busy week for me! Tomorrow I head out to Elmhurst for the Girls Nite Out Event. Since I had a blast at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art last year, I might stroll the Elmhurst Art Museum Wednesday morning prior to my setup time.  The Wilder Mansion hosts Girls Nite Out from 4 to […]
On Wednesday, September 13 I am off to Elmhurst for their Fourth Annual Girls Nite Out. I had a blast last year meeting wonderful shoppers and admiring the works of other vendors. The event begins at 4 pm and runs until 9 pm. The Wilder Mansion is located at 211 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, Illinois. Treat […]
Between fairs in November and December I also sent off a few commissions. Through the Wilder Mansion Girls’ Nite Out I met a person who wanted an heirloom earring converted to a pendant, the way she had seen in my display. Throughout the process I had to gauge my strength no not break this lovely […]
Like last year, the Holiday Fair in Elmhurst was a blast. This year, I made a weekend trip out of it and started at the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art. This museum houses the collection of Joseph Lizzadro, who enjoyed cutting and polishing jade as a hobby, and began collecting beautiful artifacts. Because rough jade […]
I started making mini-books in August, and worked on getting more ideas out of my head and into wire this week. Based on the square peg measurements I created snippets of text in my computer and printed that out on tissue paper to fit in the various designs I have in my head. I made […]
Returning to the Wilder Mansion is always a joy. It was a gorgeous Wednesday afternoon, and I got the same table as the Holiday Market last year. Soon I was set up. The ample set up time meant I got to peruse the other booths in mid-dress after a delicious lunch. This undressed booth is […]
I am excited to return to the Wilder Mansion on Wednesday. RGL Marketing for the Arts is hosting Girls Nite Out on September 14 from 4 pm to 9 pm. The Wilder Mansion will be open with 50 vendors including artisans, pampering services, wellness experts, and gourmet food vendors. Tannins Wine will be pouring samples […]
‘Tis the season to place orders, falalalalaa-lala-lala. My waxed ornament inventory went from this: to this during the Wilder Mansion Holiday Market. I am thrilled the angels and frosties are gaining popularity, but for you regulars it means that if you want to gift these to your loved ones, you need to contact me now. […]
On Friday I’m taking an excursion to Elmhurst for the 5th Annual Holiday Market at the Wilder Mansion. Presented by Edward Jones Investments, the holiday market includes 60 artisans who have created one of a kind art and seasonal gifts including jewelry, ceramics, glass, scarves, hats, mittens, fashion knits, kid’s clothing, handbags, photography, painting, paper […]
You can find my pieces in Chicagoland at: Artem Pop up Gallery, 1627 Sherman Ave, Evanston Midwest Nice, 4619 N Lincoln Avenue, Chicago One pendant is featured in INCiTE 4: The Best of Mixed Media. Maike’s Marvels works have been exhibited in the following shows: 2023 Artem Pop Up Gallery Sidewalk Sale, July 21, 10:30 […]
