East Hampton’s Paul and Sandy’s Too hosted an open air artisan market, on June 17.
The weather was uncertain, with scattered storms possible. Nearby towns cancelled events. Karen C., co-owner of the family business, made the right choice by continuing with the plans for the market. The worst weather turned out to be scattered showers and the market attracted a large crowd.
“I didn’t sleep all night,” she said, taking a moment to shop some of the vendors during the early part of the market.
Among the vendors at this month’s market was Kristen Gamberale, offering ice-dyed apparel in both vivid and muted colors.
Gamberale explains that the main difference lies in the placement and timing of the dye/ice. The dye is applied first to the garment, then the ice. As the ice melts, it creates patterns unique to the item. When you place the ice before adding dye, it produces a unique effect.
“It just changes the look of the shirt,” said Gamberale.
Gamberale’s company, K & G Custom Apparel, offers tie dyed items such as sweatshirts, long-sleeved and short-sleeved tees, bags and more, along with screenprinting, custom screen print transfers, direct-to-film transfers, and custom decals. Find Gamberale’s products on Instagram and Facebook, or contact her at [email protected].
Heather Pearl offered exotic plants, including a Paraiso Verde cut that was snapped up fast. She shared a booth with Romar Hafnaoui who paints portraits of celebrities and musicians. A unique aspect of Hafnaoui’s work is found in the background of his portraits.
“I incorporate movies that they were in, or lyrics from their songs, that kind of thing,” he said.
Pearl and Hafnaoui’s products can be found on Etsy at PlantsandPrints.
For information about upcoming open-air artisan markets being held at Paul and Sandy’s Too, keep an eye on the business’ Facebook page. Contact the business at 93 East High St., East Hampton. You can reach them at 860-267-0143.
Paul and Sandy’s is becoming know in the area by plant lovers for its selection of harder-to find houseplants. The shop owner offers her own collection of rarer plants as cuttings and starts from time to time. Facebook has videos about the latest shipments.
