Tiny Expo | Saturday, December 13, 2025
11 AM - 6 PM | Downtown Library
Local vendors on two floors!
Tiny Expo features over 75 artists and crafters selling handmade wares in the library in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. Our annual holiday show is a great way to support your community and find unique gifts.
Also from 1-4 PM, join us for hands-on crafts in the Secret Lab where you can make holiday cards or bookmarks.
2025 Vendors
5 Eye Studio is a peek inside the colorful mind of Maria Filar and her many creative outlets. The studio offers silly stickers guaranteed to get a laugh, greeting cards that range from goofy to heartfelt, and handmade ceramics from the tiniest trinket to your new favorite mug! All dreamed up, drawn, painted, and sculpted by Maria with support from her 2 studio cats.
Alchemy transforms plants into perfumes using age-old techniques. 100% plant essences are extracted with many methods to formulate fragrances without synthetics.
Anna Miklo Art paints realistic watercolors of real places with imagined elements incorporated. Each painting has a story in it.
Apple & Thistle creates original linocut prints - these are first carved by hand, then individually inked and printed off of the carved blocks. The prints feature a variety of fun and silly subjects ranging from cats, nature, and song lyrics all the way to reverse mermaids.
Arbor Trading Post creates handcrafted leather products by combining traditional leather-crafting techniques and a clean, modern design. Every piece made is one of a kind, and built to journey with you for years to come.
Arsenal Handicraft are a husband and wife illustration/printmaking studio working out of their home in Madison Heights, MI. They create limited edition screen prints on paper with a focus on using unique pigments, such as those that glow in the the dark.
Ash Ambro Art creates watercolor and ink pieces that aim to capture the quiet beauty of nature and the calm it brings.
Bailey Brown is a scientific illustrator and designer whose bold, colorful work brings attention to overlooked and misunderstood creatures, from insects to other small wonders of the natural world. Rooted in curiosity and wonder, her work invites viewers to pause, look closer, and discover unexpected beauty in the world just beneath our feet.
Baobauj makes a playful blend of whimsical, handmade polymer clay figurines and charms, paired with dreamy watercolor illustrations that offer a gentle escape from reality.
Boho Haze Clay creates abstract, one of a kind, lightweight statement earrings that are whimsical and unique! Handcrafted from polymer clay and polished with resin.
Bookend Candle Co. is an indie home fragrance business offering soy wax candles, soy wax melts, reed diffusers, room sprays, and candle accessories for people who want simple intentionality in their lives. Its mission is to provide a powerfully nostalgic experience and trigger peoples’ memories and emotions through its scents.
Cameo.K is a design line created by Hannah Kirkpatrick. Trained as a glass maker, Hannah specializes in cameo glass jewelry and hand blown glass work. Her craft and jewelry practice draws upon the rich, historical techniques and knowledge passed down from generations of glassmakers but leaves room open for experimentation to influence the process and objects created.
Courtney Fischer Jewelry is one woman's love of working with vibrant colors and creating tiny pieces of art that can be worn on a daily basis. A feature of her enamel work incorporates reversible necklaces that may be worn on both sides.
cso art makes handcrafted pieces inspired by the natural beauty of everyday life, using soft pastels, earth tones, and organic patterns to evoke warmth and nostalgia. Each work invites reflection on the simple joys found in daily moments through thoughtful form, color, and texture.
Danielle Styles Glass creates fused glass pieces that celebrate color, shape, and design and are designed to bring joy to everyday décor. Danielle is greatly inspired by mid-century design and nature, both of which are quite prevalent in her work.
Danni Little Handmade with Love is born a creator. The works she weaves are equal parts imaginative, futuristic and veracious. She tells her stories in a way that keeps the mind entertained yet makes it a priority to deliver a somatic reader response.
Debbie Carlos Studio makes ceramic work inspired by land and architecture. It is playful, experimenting with shape, size & materials to create unexpected and beautiful functional and sculptural objects.
Dhampir Dice Co makes glittery click-clack math rocks.
ECF Printshop creates handcrafted multi-color reduction woodcut prints inspired by nature, mythology and woodcut history.
Elaisha Hilliard specializes in vibrant, multi-layered linocut prints. Her smaller products are all derivative of those prints.
Elle Jae Essentials creates skin care for people who care about their skin. They are dedicated to providing all-natural skincare products for those with sensitive skin who want a healthy, natural alternative to toxic mainstream products! Our products are cruelty-free, vegan friendly, and use clean ingredients that you won't have to second guess.
Field Sparrow Studio creates original illustrations inspired by the natural world. These illustrations are brought to life via the screen printing process and are crafted into a variety of goods such as prints, cards, accessories, and more.
Fleur Plants & Gifts specializes in flora and fauna themed items, offering unique dolls and decor to plant and animal lovers of all ages. By combining a passion for plants and crafting, they have developed a distinct product line of dolls and “forever plants” that showcase the beauty of nature and bring a touch of whimsy and delight to any room.
Fly Paper Products is a literary and grammar themed gift company based in Ann Arbor, MI since 2010.
Fran & Judy creates one-of-a kind folk art pieces by transforming hand-drawn flora and fauna sketches into layered wool felt shapes, securing them with embroidery stitches and finishing them in hand-painted frames. They also create DIY felt embroidery kits, pin cushions and tea towels.
Future Frenzy is a place where wildlife, pop culture and color collide. They make original, digital art that is turned into many different types of physical items: secondhand appliqué clothing, accessories, home decor, art prints, bookmarks, stickers and more.
Glass by Iman makes original 1/1 stained glass artwork often using pressed flora she collects from all around Michigan. The goal of all her work in this medium is to create art that encourages the viewer to make space and time throughout the day for self care and rest while absorbing more light.
Gnomemade Ceramics centers on hand-painted porcelain, where delicate forms become surfaces for finely detailed imagery. Through this combination of sculpture and painting, they explore the balance between craft, ornament, and storytelling.
Goldluxe Jewelry is a line of handmade jewelry intended for everyday wear - design forward, delicate and easy to wear with anything.
Handcraftpal uses a quilling needle to roll narrow strips of paper and shape them into individual segments that are joined together with glue to create beautiful designs.
Hann of the Wood ranges from whimsical children’s book illustrations to abstract imaginings, celebrating shape, pattern and color. She paints mostly with watercolor and gouache, but also enjoys experimenting with simple printmaking and fabric dyeing.
Happy Little Whales is a a handmade crochet business by Stacie Benson, creating handmade crochet marine animals. Happy Little Whales donates 10% of each purchase to the Marine Conservation Institute, a non-profit organization working to protect vulnerable ocean ecosystems across the world.
Hi Cutie Fibers makes colorful tufted wall hangings, coaster, bolo ties and more!
Holly Bones creates intricate acrylic paintings that read like a chapter from a compelling story. Her work captures complex emotions and difficult topics, building a loose, evolving narrative that viewers are invited to explore.
Honeydew creates vibrant and fun accessories for bookish folks. Tote bags, keychains, wallets, fanny packs and more!
honeydew moon studio makes both functional wares and decorative work that create a space for curiosity (as well as a bit of magic). Each piece is unique and represents a dedication to detail and a love of whimsy.
Iridescent Artistry creates one of a kind whimsical bones and nature inspired fiber art.
Jaci Riley Jewelry creates handmade jewelry. Jaci’s work is fabricated from high-quality materials, is made to be long lasting, is affordable and is sure to make you smile!
Jodi Lynn's Emporium of Doodles is a Michigan-based illustrator whose work blends traditional pen-and-ink and watercolor with digital techniques, creating images that feel both timeless and playful.
Katie Eberts Illustration is based in Cedarville, Michigan, and creates illustrated goods for sunshine seekers and wildflower wanderers. With a heart-led approach and a love for life’s simple joys, Katie’s work brings warmth, whimsy, and everyday magic to paper.
MacraMei makes macrame home decor items.
Mich Mitts creates original texting sweater mittens.
Nice Life creates colorful, small batch screenprinted tea towels, handpainted ceramics, and illustrated goods featuring quirky animals, food, and nature. By designer Stephanie Balan.
NN Woodwork makes fine wood jewelry using responsibly sourced local Michigan and exotic lumber. Each piece is unique and is more than jewelry, but also a lesson on nature and an added respect for the wood and the craft.
Old Growth Creative
Nick Nortier is an illustrator, mural painter, and printmaker, but also enjoys woodworking, performing spoken word poetry, and the overall process of making creative work. His work ranges from the serious to the silly and touches on subjects that are relevant to what’s happening in our society as a whole.
Outer Peace by Anusree Sattaluri is a collection of Paintings & Ceramics depicting romanticized everyday scenes to bring warmth and calm to the viewer.
Porcelinen is informed by a love of illustration and nature. Their work is organically sculpted and hand painted in cheerful motifs.
Quinn Faylor is characterized by a vibrant color palette, playful compositions, and a strong sense of movement. Through abstraction, Quinn explores relationships as creative endeavors, investigating themes of balance, trust, and transformation.
Radiant Rabbit Studios focuses on celebrating a love of nature and color through the medium of ceramics. They work primarily in porcelain and enjoy incorporating graphic and sculptural elements in their work.
Red Hydrant Press creates black and white block prints with touches of color, often incorporating dark humor into narratives about life's ironies, environmental themes, and cultural identity.
River Raisin Press creates hand carved, hand printed woodcut prints. Based in SE Michigan, Karen Waggoner’s original woodblock prints are inspired by the natural landscape of our state, as well as the wild places in the small village where she lives. Karen uses the reduction process to create her colorful prints, in small, limited editions.
Rose & Perry Co. is a company that specializes in small batch, handmade, hand-poured products using ingredients you can pronounce. We make coconut wax massage oil candles, four butter body butter, body oil, body wash, lotion bars, butter balms, cold-process soap, massage bar soaps, tattoo balms and so much more.
Rosemarine Textiles creates plant dyed accessories, natural dye kits, and textile art zines.
Sacred Moon Metalworks creates handcrafted sterling silver jewelry set with natural stones such as high grade turquoise, jaspers and agates to name a few. Slow made, small batch and one of a kind!
Sammy Whammy's is an ethically made, gender free, made to be handed down kid's clothing company. They focus on designing, patterning, and sewing cute, comfy, and colorful designs that kids are excited to put on everyday!
Scarlet Crane is a Detroit-based studio focusing on modern, screen-printed textiles for eco-conscious consumers seeking modern, handcrafted accessories and home goods that bring art into everyday living. All prints are created from hand painted illustrations by artist, Shayla Johnson.
Seven Magpies Pottery creates functional and sculptural work that draws on themes from nature, folklore and magical realism, to create curious objects for the home and person.
Sloe Gin Fizz is the illustration work of Nicole Ray, bringing you a lively mix of whimsical illustrated goods, including greeting cards, stickers, magnets, art prints, calendars and more. From quirky animal and vegetable characters to nostalgia-filled interiors and calming views of nature, Nicole’s hand-drawn scenes are highly accessible, infused with a playful sense of humor and a strong narrative quality.
Spalted Home creates Tiny ceramic gifts that make you go "squeee!"
Spare Pots creates pottery that is nerdy, whimsical, and doesn’t take itself too seriously. Through their work, Spare Pots hopes to remind people of the joys of simplicity, the enchantment of the everyday, and the value of embracing their inner child.
Stacey Malasky is a Detroit based hand screen printed paper goods and textiles. Her work is nature based and botanical all while evoking a timeless quality.
Stumbleweed is a one woman operation specializing in block print art, hand printed textiles, and candles with a raw handmade spirit. Multidisciplinary to the core, their work draws from folklore, punk culture, and the natural world.
Sungold Ceramics creates functional ceramic pieces with personality, vivid glazes, plump curves, and squiggly handles that make you smile. Every piece is hand-thrown and glazed in small batches for a one-of-a-kind feel.
Sunny Beach Design creates unique hand carved woodenware for your home—from Michigan trees. These functional and decorative items are designed for daily use.
Taneko Says Hello encourages you to play with your food—and words and animals. Through handmade plush toys and art, the Taneko brand seeks to share a moment of joy (or multiple moments, an extra large helping of a moment—ideally, several significant scoops) with you!
The Goo Store is a special, squishy being with part of it missing trying to make the world a better place for everyone. Having a part of them missing could be seen as a hindrance, but this makes them useful — they find wholeness in promoting care for self, the environment, and other beings.
The Happy Hooker is a colorful and cute gift shop established in 2020. We specialize in crochet, knitting, macrame, sewing and quilting. Join the handmade revolution!
The Mighty Mitten Inspired by an abundant affection for the beauty and character of the state of Michigan, The Mighty Mitten illustrates scenes from all across the Great Lakes State, digitally hand-drawn in a modern take on the classic WPA national parks and "See America" tourism posters of the 1930s and 40s.
The Quiet Foundry creates candles made from handmade vintage and thrifted pottery or glassware pieces to support zero waste living, and give continued life to past artist’s work.
The Science Bee advocates for science by making beautiful pieces of art and jewelry that highlight anatomy, curiosity, and the natural world. Whether you're looking for an organ wall plaque art, a necklace with teeth, or a shirt with a microscope, they have the perfect gift for your favorite scientist or weirdo.
Two Ole' Cranks creates superwash wool socks in a wide range of colors and sizes and styles. Each pair is handmade on a circular sock machine modeled after 1800's machinery with hand finished closure.
Unearthly Concoctions are a husband and wife duo working in multiple mediums to create unique, and quirky one of a kind art. They love creating designs that make people laugh, and that you won't see anywhere else.
Van Roth Arts is inspired by medieval and gothic art- while often portraying fantastical and sensual subjects, their work also incorporates nature and botanical illustrations. Much of the work is printed on recycled paper and and upcycled fabric, making each piece one of a kind.
VelKata creates minimalist designs using geometric shapes.
White Owl Jewelry has been creating unique, hand-dyed vintage/repurposed lace statement jewelry since 2007. Each piece is crafted by hand, one at a time, with carefully selected materials.
Wildship Studio creates illustrated goods made for the wild at heart. Their products aim to spark your inner wild while bridging the gap with the outer wild.
Willow Creative brings custom paintings, embroidery, prints and stickers that exhibit observations from nature and natural forms. Including abstracted floral paintings, embroidery studying the juxtaposition of life and death, and risograph prints of foraged pressed floral elements found in the surrounding areas seasonally.
Wooly Mammoth Design makes freestanding embroidered moths, butterflies and plants found in native midwest gardens and natural spaces, as well as soft sculpture fiber works. They use as much recycled fabric in my pieces as possible
Worthwile Paper is a design and print studio creating specialty goods that bring happiness, depth, and uplifting energy to your day. Our thoughtfully-crafted paper goods are handmade in Ypsilanti, Michigan using eco-friendly materials such as recycled paper and plant-based inks.
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