The Marketplace presents an internationally diverse group of vendors, including craftspeople showing their own work, organizations that provide services to the folk music, dance, and song community, and commercial vendors with products of special interest to the folk community.
ABOUT THE MARKETPLACE AT THE NEW ENGLAND FOLK FESTIVAL
April 25-27, 2025
Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center
181 Royal Plaza Dr. West, Marlborough, MA
Friday: 6pm-10pm
Saturday: 10am-8pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm
Need more information? email marketplace@neffa.org
2025 Vendor Application
Regular applications are closed, but we are still accepting people onto our waitlist!
2025 Vendors
5Strong Candle Company (new!)
We craft candles, room sprays and car fresheners.
Rhonda Champagnie
Boston, MA
https://5strongcandlecompany.com/
Alamo Styles
Dance shoes and apparel.Carol Koch
Franklin, MA
https://www.alamostyles.com
Alex Evora Green Arts (new!)
Alex Evora Green Arts is a Cape Verdean-owned art business based in Massachusetts, specializing in handcrafted jewelry made from natural materials like feathers, bamboo, stones, shells, seeds, and coconut. I strive to create jewelry that is not only beautiful but also environmentally conscious, connecting people to the earth’s natural resources.
Alexandre Evora Araujo Santos
Three Rivers, MA
https://www.instagram.com/alexandreevora/
Alvin Fry Violins
Alvin Fry hand-builds violins, fiddles, steel string guitars, classical guitars, mandolins and balalaikas. He also rebuilds fiddles that are not performing at a satisfactory level, and can make them Stradivarius quality sounding instruments.
Alvin Fry
St. Louis, MO
https://www.getstradivariussound.com
Ann’s Pottery
Functional pottery with a nod to indigenous and traditional cultures.
Ann Schunior
Boston, MA
https://www.annspottery.com
Arts Collective Three (new!)
Three women artists creating beautiful and functional ceramic pieces, from drums and musical instruments to mugs, as well as original art in other media.
Berta A Daniels
Maynard, MA
https://www.instagram.com/bblacksheepproductions/ https://www.instagram.com/lnd_crmx/
Auntie Arwen’s Spices and Teas
We provide fresh hand mixed spice & tea blends, & a handful of hard-to-find ingredients.
Colleen Jordon
Jewett City, CT
https://www.AuntieArwenSpices.com
Bazaar Quilts
Hand-made traditional quilts in modern colors. Offerings range from bed-size quilts to wall-hangings. I also make quilted coasters and trivets.
Andi Lindsey
Natick, MA
Beads Without End
Crocheted beadwork earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Jewelry in other media such as real coins, stone and various metals. Custom work, restringing and repairs.
Kathryn Black, Pat Iverson
Massachusetts
Beezer’s Emporium of Musicality
From Peterborough, New Hampshire, we have various musically related items to share along with a lot of Bob McQuillen’s merch! Oh, and books from Bauhan Publishing too.
Sarah Bauhan
Peterborough, NH
Best Day Brewing (new!)
We celebrate kindred spirits with our own dedicated pursuit: to make the world’s best-tasting craft beer—without the alcohol. It’s beer for the fun-loving, hard-charging, adventure-seeking thirsty souls for whom good is just not good enough.
Nick Rice
California
https://bestdaybrewing.com/
Brown’s Bones
I make musical bones out of wood and bone.
Steve Brown
Worcester, MA
Cards by Emilie (new!)
Handmade greeting cards for all occasions.
Emilie Lussier
Upton, MA
https://www.instagram.com/cards_by_emilie/
Celebrity Leggings
We sell the comfiest fashion leggings for women and children in a variety of prints and colors.
Galina Efremova
Needham, MA
https://www.celebrityleggings.com
Celtic World Celtic Beat (new!)
CDs and books on Celtic music, history, and language from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, the Isle of Man, Brittany, Galicia, Asturias, and Basque. Prints, paintings, and hand-pulled silkscreen greeting cards by Arthur W. Ketchen.
Arthur Ketchen
Nashua, NH
Child Play Time (new!)
I make and create children’s interactive toys and accessories. Items include mobile chalk playmates, aprons, little totes, ribbons, tutus, pom pom key chains, and pinky pillows.
Tracy Barber
Braintree, MA
https://www.etsy.com/shop/childplaytime
Cloak & Dagger Creations
Cloak & Dagger Creations creates unique festival clothing, skirts & outerwear. We also carry embellishments so you can make your own projects special.
Dina Flockhart
Littleton, MA
https://www.cloakmakers.com
Country Dance and Song Society
The Country Dance and Song Society has a wide selection of music, dance, and song books and CDs for musicians, callers, and singers!
Ben Williams
Easthampton, MA
https://www.cdss.org
DavidHorneArt
Original artwork including wooden toys, paintings and posters and garden art.
David Horne
New Bedford, MA
https://DavidHorneArt.com
Ellen Howard Handmade
Hand dyed clothing and accessories screen printed with my own designs.
Ellen Howard
Vermont
https://www.ellenhowardhandmade.com/
Fjäril Designs
I am a ceramics artist, creating pieces both decorative and functional including bells/chimes, clocks, jewelry, soap dishes with botanical and music themes, vases, keepsake dishes, candle holders and more.
Sam Goodall
https://www.fjarildesigns.me Saco, ME
The Fudge Lady (new!)
Pre-packaged, handmade specialty fudge in a variety of fun flavors.
Jalene Berlinguet
Uxbridge, MA
https://www.facebook.com/thefudgeladyuxbridge/
Ginny Remedi Designs: Jewels for the Journey
Original Spirited Jewelry, well crafted with her unique personal touch that is uplifting to wear and proudly given.
Ginny Remedi-Brown
Malden, MA
https://www.ginnyremedidesigns.com
Helen’s Handmade Soap
I make handmade soap using quality ingredients, with an emphasis on reducing plastic waste, in both my ingredient sourcing and final product.
Helen Pacyna
Townsend, MA
https://www.facebook.com/p/Helens-Handmade-Soap-100076208588512/
Henna Artistry (new!)
I am a Henna Artist and have been doing Henna for a long time. I work with more traditional and modern design mixture. My daughter is a young artist; she is 11 years old and does awesome face painting.
Vanisha
Arlington, MA
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555978168449&mibextid=LQQJ4d
Jibril Boutique (new!)
Baskets, sarongs, batik shirts. All my products are handmade and sourced from small business owners I know from my hometown and travels.
Ayaan Jibril
Sharon, MA
https://www.jibrilboutique.com
JMSMagid Creations
Art that keeps you company.
Jamie Magid
Lexington, MA
https://instagram.com/jmsmagid_creations
MAB Woodworking (new!)
I am a local woodworker that builds small household items. Cutting boards, trays, charcuterie, boards, cabin, and making, etc.
Michael Butler
Auburn, MA
https://www.mabwoodworking.com
MacRae Strings
Handmade musical instruments — guitars, mandolins, fiddles, and various folk instruments.
Devon MacRae
Littleton, MA
https://www.macraestrings.com
Matt Polsky Pottery (new!)
Hand made and glazed pottery. Some Raku pieces and some “horsehair” pieces.
Matthew Polsky
Thompson, CT
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572437656768
Meadow Reveries (new!)
Daydreams made in felt – needle-felted borbs, critters, ornaments, crafting kits & more.
Rebecca Doris
Belchertown, MA
https://www.meadowreveries.com
Mejor Jewelry (new!)
Elegantly and professionally wire wrapped jewelry using genuine gemstones.
Lynette Mejorado
Ware, MA
https://www.mejorjewelry.store/
Morel Woodcarving
Handmade wooden spoons and small carvings
Jonathan Morel
Belchertown, MA
https://www.morelwoodcarving.com
Nancy Dresses
I sell contra dance dresses, skirts, and pants. This coming year is going to be very different because I had a house fire in July of 2024. I need to talk to my customers about how to proceed with their orders.Jennifer Horrocks
Gainesville, Georgia
The Native Kitchen (new!)
I offer all natural specialty food products without additives and preservatives. I get my produce from local farms in New England and along the east coast to make my pickles, jam, salsa, granola and sauces. I also offer beverage infusion kits.
Karen Marshall
Boylston, MA
Www.thenativekitchen.com
Peacock’s Nest (new!)
A variety of whimsical games and gifts.
Lauren Grover
Easthampton, MA
www.PeacocksNestStudio.com
Pretty Good Tea (new!)
We are Pretty Good Tea. We specialize in procuring from around the world premium quality loose leaf teas that are not easily available in the US.
Sandeep Hazarika
Newton, MA
https://prettygoodtea.com
Reiki Well-Being (new!)
I am a Reiki Master Teacher and practitioner offering Reiki with individuals in their home, retreats and hospital settings. I also offer trainings to become certified at all levels.
Emily Kearns
Andover, MA
http://www.kearnsconsulting.org/reiki.html
Rocking Art (new!)
I am a local artist who makes framed sea glass and rock art using rocks from all historic Plymouth, MA beaches (“Plymouth Rocks”). My art captures all the special moments in a person’s life.
Rosa Johnson
North Billerica, MA
https://www.instagram.com/rock_ing_art/
Silver Owl Creations
Wire and hand-colored brass jewelry: pendants, earrings, hair pins and clips, necklaces and bracelets.
Kendra Tornheim
Middleborough, MA
https://www.etsy.com/shop/silverowlcreations
Soft Impressions by Susan Tornheim
Hand-felted wool accessories.
Susan Tornheim
Newton, MA
https://www.signofthedovegallery.com/home/members/susan-tornheim/
The South Sudanese Enrichment for Families (new!)
SSEF is a small nonprofit that serves the South Sudanese community in Massachusetts. All profits go to the Women’s Project which gives scholarships for tuition, preschool education and Driver’s Education for women.
Susan Winship
Massachusetts
https://www.ssefboston.org
Spark a Life with Art, Inc. (new!)
Preserving nature’s beauty through hand painted art and vibrant wooden trays, coasters, bookmarks, and keychains. Each piece celebrates culture, supports *Spark A Life with Art,* and inspires creativity with compassion.
Lauren Minihane McGrath
Brighton, MA
https://www.sparkalifewithart.net
Sowing Opportunities, Inc.
Guatemalan Fair Trade Handicrafts: textiles, beaded ornaments and wearables. We sell Fair Trade handicrafts to support the indigenous artisans and agricultural projects benefiting indigenous communities in the Highlands of Guatemala.
Fern Remedi-Brown
Malden, MA
https://www.sowingops.org
Storyteller Jewelry
Raelinda Woad combined her love of storytelling with her jewelry skills to create a line of wearable books. These stylish, entertaining pieces are worn by hip librarians around the globe.
Raelinda Woad
Salem, MA
https://www.etsy.com/shop/StorytellerJewelry
Sweet Glam (new!)
We are a bakery/bath and body company, and we believe you can have it both ways! It’s in our hashtag: #lookprettywhileyoueatElaine Ellis
Dorchester, MA
https://sweetglam670.com
Terrarium Makers (new!)
Premade terrariums, onsite DIY mini terrariums, and 3D printed fidgets/toys.
Cathie Mak
Medfield, MA
https://www.instagram.com/terrarium_makers/
Thrownworthy (new!)
Handmade ceramics with a twist! Specializing in tentacle-handled mugs, mini vases and so much more.
Zoe Prior-Grosch
Westford, MA
https://www.instagram.com/thrownworthy/
True 9 Accessories (new!)
True 9 Accessories is more than just a brand—it’s a movement of self-expression through handcrafted bold unique accessories. Each piece inspired by Nikia’s love of Boston, music, and fashion.
Nikia S Holmes
Boston, MA
https://www.true9accessories.com/
Uncle Joey’s Cannoli
Fresh-filled cannoli.
Joe Sidelinger
Watertown, MA
https://unclejoeyscannoli.com/
Wildflower Beads
I make colorful strung and knotted bead jewelry, also woven seed bead jewelry. I make earrings, necklaces, bracelets and anklets. I make a few origami items too.
Sue Lecuyer
https://wildflowerbeads.com Cohoes, NY
Women’s Peace Collection
Fair-trade business selling ethically-sourced crafts handmade by marginalized artisans around the world. Featuring Eagle Ray clothing!
Sue Fish
Great Barrington, MA
https://www.womenspeacecollection.com/
Wood Burning by Maria
Wood burned art for indoor wall decor. All pieces are made by me freehand and depict whimsical and nature themes.
Maria Scarpa Allen
Connecticut
https://www.woodburningsbymaria.com/