Meet the Makers: Pike Place Market Handmade Artisans

Pike Place Market is a hub for creativity and craftsmanship, and at the heart of it is our Handmade Craft Market. Over 170+ artisans sell their handcrafted products on our tables throughout the year. There is no better place to find one-of-a-kind gifts and unique products with something special for everyone on your list. Keep reading to browse holiday picks for gift shopping this year among our handmade artists and craftspeople.

Market Business Since 2014

Native-owned business WiththeRain showcases sustainability and comfort with her signature line of fleece boot liners. Raised in Alaska, she was inspired to create a functional fashion line to keep feet warm and dry in harsh climates. Each liner set is handcrafted with upcycled cuff accents in a colorful array of options fit for any style. Embrace the cozy warmth this winter with handmade liners available for all ages!

Holiday Highlight: Holiday Plaid Liners! Don’t miss the festive colors of the season with these plaid accented-liners fit for holiday wear.

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Market Business Since 2006

Natural body care business Buddha Bath creates luxurious handmade products fit for all skin types. Shop sugar scrub bars, lotion bars, and soaps alongside the signature body butter that’s nourishing and moisturizing without leaving a greasy feel. All natural ingredients and no preservatives are perfect for the conscious shopper.

Holiday Highlight: Mahogany Sandalwood and Northwest Forest scents are in! Their body butter and holiday-themed soap gift sets are the perfect stocking stuffers to spoil your loved ones with a little self-care.

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Market Business Since 2009

Ceramicist Dark Duck Clay Shop crafts playful and functional decorative items and pottery for use around the home. Her elegantly crafted tiles, magnets, and kitchenware forged with earthly tones are great for bohemian style preferences. Artist Allison crafts her glazes from raw materials and uses the natural oxides of minerals to produce rich color results for truly handcrafted designs.

Holiday Highlight: Salt Cellars made in the form of fish and fantastical creatures are a fun whimsical gift to share with those who like to spend time in the kitchen cooking.

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Market Business Since 2018

Shop artisan glass straws for those hostesses who enjoy stocking their cart with specialty glassware for the occasion. DrinkingStraws.Glass has decadent sculpted straws with designs that offer a sustainable and stylish way to enjoy beverages. Choose from dozens of designs for a stocking stuffer that’s versatile for any season.

Holiday Highlight: Find limited-edition holiday designs including a candy cane, Santa hat, and trees! Enjoy them with hot cocoa or wintery cool beverages with a lifetime guarantee. 

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Market Business Since 2024

At Kori Cuddle Plush, find handcrafted plushies perfect for kids and kids at heart who love a plushie friend. Her fidget friends, scented turtle pies, and other squishy critters are the modern day beanie baby made with heartfelt touches and unique patterns.

Holiday Highlight: Look for holiday-themed dragons and fidget friend stocking stuffers to fill festive gift baskets with adorable miniature companions. Don’t miss her feature at the kid’s activity station at Magic in the Market on Nov. 30, where anyone can color one of her original designs of Little Pike the Polar Bear!

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Market Business Since 2018

From curated upcycled fabrics and vintage quilts comes Pochette‘s originally designed bags. Mixing old and new fabrics, Claudia creates sustainable and colorful sling bags, zipped laptop bags, and crossbody purses. Every piece is one-of-a-kind!

Holiday Highlight:  New half moon pouches are great unique clutches with a simple leather wrist strap. Sewn with a dazzling composition of complementary fabrics, no two are made the same.

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Market Business Since 2016

At Viktoriya’s Colorful World, you’ll find a delightful array of handcrafted holiday ornaments to gift a loved one with. Ornaments are a special way to share the festive spirit that they’ll enjoy year after year. Viktoriya’s hand-painted designs are intricate and precious to offer a sentimental keepsake.

Holiday Highlight: Check out her frosty snowmen ornaments, a bestseller with a sweet miniature representation of the city to share a piece of home this holiday season!

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Market Business Since 2024

Lovely Little Creatures upcycles wool scraps into adorable plushie critters. Each handmade creature comes with a name and backstory made by owner and creator Kristin Jones. A former teacher and loving grandmother, Kristin takes pride in sharing her storytelling and craftsmanship to encourage inclusivity.

Holiday Highlight: Shop her adorable festive gnome plushies, and don’t miss her kid’s activity corner at our annual Magic in the Market on Nov. 30! Kristin will be hosting an all-ages sewing workshop where you can create your own Little Pike the Polar Bear ornament. These handmade treasures are perfect for decorating your tree with a special momento or gifting to a friend.

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Market Business Since 2008

Find handcrafted jewelry molded from the beauty of the Pacific Northwest’s natural environment. Silver Cherry creates elegant, minimalistic pieces with a unique texture and distinct matte finish. Stamped with bird, tree, and mountain motifs, her pieces are a classy and delicate keepsake with a simple clean finish.

Holiday Highlight: Check out her textured greenery rings forged from cedar, fern, and more and finished with a black patina to bring out the details of each plant. Rings are available in a range of custom widths depending on preference!

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