Arts & Crafts Festival
Saturday, October 5 & Sunday, October 6
Welcome to the 60th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival! Join us on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th for a weekend filled with creativity, inspiration, and community spirit.
Every year, our festival brings together art enthusiasts, families, and individuals of all ages for a memorable experience. With over 150 talented artists and crafters showcasing their work, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Explore a diverse range of artistic expressions across various categories, including acrylics, ceramics, consumables, embellishments, fiber arts, glasswork, graphics, jewelry, metalwork, mixed media, oils, pastels, photography, pottery, sculpture, watercolors, and woodcraft.
Our artists go through a rigorous jury process to ensure the highest quality and diversity of offerings. While artist registration is currently closed for this year's event, you can join our waitlist to secure your spot for next year's festival. Email christa@oldsaybrookchamber.com
Whether you're looking to discover unique pieces for your home, shop for gifts, or simply soak in the creative atmosphere, the Arts & Crafts Festival is the place to be. Mark your calendars and join us for a weekend celebrating art, craftsmanship, and community in Old Saybrook!
2023 Sponsors:
- Community Foundation of Middlesex County
- CYR Drywall
- OS Economic Development
- JM Realty
- LH Brenner Inc. Insurance
- Lisa Ludwig Art
- Middlesex Health
- Middlesex Health Care at Home
- Penny Lane Pub
- Salty Babes Salon
- SIP Wine Bar
- WollackLewitz
2023 Exhibitors:
Stacie Bourne -Â Gourmet Creations
Marie Pelletier -Â Beeline Skin Care
Paul Scott -Â Seven Barrels
David Wallace -Â Bittersweet Herb Farm
*Claudia Cormier - Claudia Cormier
Lauren DeLoreto -Â Slate Expectations
Richard Trincere -Â Lolita's First Purse
Linda Wojtasinski -Â Periwinkle Designs
*Annie Chittenden - Annie Chittenden Textile Arts
Astou Dioum - Dioum Basket
Mary Harrington - Mary's Craft Hut
Kathleen Koveleski -Â Sew'n Wild Oats
Leigh McGrath - The Luzerne Collection
Tracy Pearson - Tracy's Treasures
Roberto Quintero - Molas4u
Sally Strasser -Â Taleo Handmade
Madeline Lemay - Seaglass Creations
Kim Lewis -Â Cutie Curls
Julie Schroeppel - Julie A. Schroeppel
Jean-Paul Violette - Canterbury Visions
Douglas Brandow -Â Cutting Edge Mining
Alison Cargill - Alison Designs
Linda Davidson - Quilibet
Laura Delvecchio - Bead Dangle Design
Sue Gallagher - laeDAH! Jewelry
Daniel Kalisz - The Silver Seashell
Kyle Kochiss -Â Heart to Heart Design
Wendy Lewis -Â Wendy Lewis Designs
Gail Marceau - Necklace Diva
*Nancy Marland Wolinski - Nancy Marland Jewelry
Christie May - Deneaux
Sierra McCaffrey -Â Sierra Whispers
John Mutch - Mezzanotte Jewelry Designs
Susan Roberts -Â Susan Roberts Jewelry
Jill Scholsohn - Riverstone
Rachel Schuler - Mountain Tree Studios
Monique Sousa - mPearl
Lydia Tucci - lydia.tucci Jewelry
Wendy Waugaman - WLW Designs
Karen Parker - K+T Jewelry + Accessories
Robert Steinhilper - Rustic Iron Metalwork
*James Takaki - Iron Arts
First Place in Category *Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Best in Show **
Lori Barker -Â Lori Barker
Barbara Berkowitz -Â Frockks
Sarah Bishop - Ember Hawk Studios
Julianna Cameron - Julianna Design
Kate & Bill Murphy - Vintage Times Map
Sergei Novikov -Â Speaking Music
Ann Torrey - The Crafty Peddler
Candice Weigle-Spier - Candice Weigle-Spier Art
Breanna Wentworth -Â Sea Bre's Creations
Julie Brayton - Julie Brayton Fine Art
Bob Ferraro -Â Bob Ferraro Studios
Frances Henderson - Henderson Studio
Cathy Johansen -Â Cathy Johansen, Artist
Carlos Rios - Carlos Rios Art
Roger Charbonneau - Roger's Pix Photography
Teri Dyer - TLDphoto
John & Marie Geary - JEMPV
David Micelotta -Â Through the Eyes of David
Nancy Nielsen - nansea studio
Eric Parnes - Eric's Place
*Jeff Payette - Ffej Photography
James Sauvageau -Â Sauvageau Photography
*Robert Fishman - Robert Fishman Pottery
Lynne Puhalla - Lynne Puhalla
Pat Shea-Orzechowski - Pottery By Shea
**Holly Wach - Holly Wach ArtÂ
John Houle -Â Burnt Offerings Art
Fred Jakubiec - Birdhouse Accents
Ben Kegley - Lymestone
Patricia Nelson - Shipwrecked Designs
Donald Paczowski - See What I Saw
Paula Salerno -Â FINS AND FEATHERS
Jessica & Michael Wallace - Wallace Wood Studio