Sondra Jordan’s Hurdlecards is a writing-led art practice built around reflection, consolation and humor. She creates framed word-art gifts by pairing meaningful messages with hand-painted surfaces, including salvaged naval brass, for people marking life’s turning points. Her work has been presented at venues ranging from the Kennedy Center Gift Shop to the Pentagon.
Dana Simson DesignDana Simson Design creates handmade ceramic products, fine art, books, stationery, jewelry, gifts, and home decor. The site also offers original paintings, prints, custom wedding bowls and platters, and personalized books.SALISBURY, MD
Mirrors Decorated by Tuesday WinslowA former U.S. Marine turned Washington, DC artist, Tuesday Winslow gives discarded paper a second life through her distinctive papier-mâché work. Her signature mirrors draw on a self-developed technique and designs inspired by Mayan and Japanese cultures, creating functional art from materials that might otherwise be thrown away.ROCKVILLE, MD
It's All About You AmyFrom a small corner of her barn in 2014, Amy has built It's All About You Amy into a one-woman Lancaster County studio making personalized hand-stamped jewelry, ornaments, and keepsakes. Amy strikes every letter and design by hand, one piece at a time, so the slight variations are part of the character rather than a flaw. Her work includes meaningful milestone gifts and memorial pieces, including signature housewarming ornaments stamped with an address and year.339910STEVENS, PA