Home Sweet Home has become a beloved shopping destination for handmade artwork and seasonal items with local charm. This unique artisan market really comes alive in fall as vendors stock their booths with home decor, gifts for special occasions, artwork, antiques, sweet treats, and so much more.
So, whenever I need a thoughtful gift or local work of art, I head to Home Sweet Home and browse each aisle for something that catches my eye.
This year, Jenny Jenkins (owner of Home Sweet Home) and I wanted to create this vendor spotlight to highlight some of the amazing artists in our community. If you like what you see, let me know. I would love to continue this story with different vendors throughout the year.
Home Sweet Home takes the stress out of gift shopping and decorating. It's fun and relaxing to shop in this environment and you're supporting local artists. Come in today and find something special for somebody on your list. While you're here, grab a nice cup of coffee or hot chocolate to really get in the holiday spirit! Now, let's get shopping!
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Southern Mom's Design: Wood Art, Home Decor, & Signs
Creative homemade wood craft and seasonal decor by artist, Melissa Damon
Melissa is a long-standing vendor at Home Sweet Home offering cute and creative wood crafts that brighten up any space. She opened her booth in 2019, featuring a wide selection of handmade earrings, homemade greeting cards, tea towels, holiday-themed wood crafts, wall hangings, and signs. Each time I visit, there's a new seasonal item to enjoy.
Her handmade earrings are an excellent choice for the ladies in your life, and homemade cards add a special touch to any gift -- created especially for birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, new baby, and the upcoming holidays. If your mantle or side table needs a fresh look, now is your chance to add a seasonal touch. Hint: look out for the wood snowman, a homemade item that makes an adorable gift for family members and teachers.
Melissa is originally from New Jersey, and currently resides in Grovetown, GA. She has been crafting for over 25 years, and loves all things crafty. So come in today and ask for Melissa Damon's booth at Home Sweet Home, to get a head start on holiday decorating. Her collection is sure to bring a smile to your face and a conversation piece for your home.
Nanny Signature Soaps: Exceptional Handcrafted Bath Soaps
A fine selection of exceptional, handcrafted bath soaps by Nanny Signature Soaps
Nanny Signature Soaps specializes in handcrafted bath soaps and specialty soaps using exceptional, high-quality ingredients. These soaps make wonderful gifts, but they are also a popular choice for personal and everyday use at home.
For an easy gift idea or stocking stuffer, come and find the Winter Wonders Gift Box which bundles two popular holiday items: Bath Truffles and Shower Steamers. The Bath Truffles are rich in cocoa and shea butter giving you an amazing coating for your dry skin. Shower Steamers include menthol crystals and essential oils that help with winter “stuffiness”. Winter Wonders is a must all year long but especially for the winter.
Debby is originally from Indiana, made her home in Georgia over 30 years ago, and started crafting in 2007. Nanny Signature Soaps was created in honor of the vendor's mother who passed away in 2002. As the namesake of the company, Nanny's original signature can be found on each product label.
Take a look and you'll find all-natural soap products for the entire family with no harsh chemicals or detergents. That's why Nanny Signature Soaps are loved by all!
Beautifully Broken Glass Art
Beautiful and unique broken glass artwork by artist, Kim Whitehead
Beautifully Broken Glass Art is a collection of unique artwork using broken glass, shells, and other recycled items by artist, Kim Whitehead.
"I love making beautiful new creations from broken glass and other things that have had a purpose. I want people to know from my artwork that we ALL are broken in some form. Whether our brokenness is mental, spiritual, or physical. It’s what we do with it that gives us purpose. When we give all of our brokenness to God, HE can create a new masterpiece and make our brokenness beautiful, " Kim explained to me in an interview. For a beautiful Christmas item, she creates broken glass crosses inspired by the true reason for Christmas.
Kim is originally from Mississippi and worked as a hairdresser with her own salon for 18 years. Art is her passion, multi-tasking is her superpower, and glass art has been her hobby for about 8 years. In August 2021, she moved to Elberton and immediately started shopping at Home Sweet Home. This month, she celebrates her first anniversary as a vendor. She also offers art demonstrations and broken glass art lessons at Home Sweet Home for creative types to learn new skills necessary to make their own broken glass art.
I'm glad that Home Sweet Home offers a space for all types of artists to showcase their work, and Kim's art is the perfect example of a new creative force in our community. When I visit her booth, it's like stepping into an art gallery. Isn't it lovely?
Amy Elaine's: Snap Jewelry, Earrings, Keychains, and More
A popular selection of earrings and snap jewelry by Amy Elaine's
Amy has a wide variety of jewelry, home decor, and keychains available at Home Sweet Home for your enjoyment. Her booth is always changing with the seasons, so you can always find something new to inspire you.
If you're looking for a fun gift for the ladies in your life, she offers snap jewelry, keychains, necklaces, and earrings. Snap jewelry is always a popular choice for women and girls because you can change and customize your jewelry depending on your personality and mood. It's fun and interchangeable with beautiful designs for all styles.
This year, we recommend a pair of earrings as she is expanding the selection just in time for the holidays.
Amy is an avid crafter for over 30 years and currently lives in Iva, South Carolina. She originally sold her items for sale at craft fairs and festivals, then opened her booth at Home Sweet Home in February 2021. Lately, Amy started taking sewing lessons at 2Morrows Creations in order to expand her craft knowledge and offer new, handmade products for sale.
Head over to Home Sweet Home and ask for Amy Elaine's. Keep watching her space for a collection of handmade jewelry, keychains, and more.
Southern Hope Co.: Locally Inspired T-Shirts and Gifts
Locally-inspired t-shirts by Hope Dotson of Southern Hope Co.
Southern Hope Co. specializes in hand-printed t-shirts with Christian, country western, and seasonal themes. Hope also sells a collection of beaded bracelets, hand-painted door hangers, and signs.
Hope was born and raised in Elberton, GA in the community of Rock Branch. This young entrepreneur is a high school student attending homeschool, who started crafting at age 11. At first, she sold her designs through social media and craft shows, then opened her booth at Home Sweet Home in February 2022. Other hobbies include raising animals and taking care of her plants.
As she continues to expand her business and offer new products, her t-shirts remain best sellers, especially "Let Me Tell You 'Bout My Jesus" design. She is pleased to announce a new line of coordinating bracelets and t-shirts, "Because of Christ". Her first pair is "The Pearl of Great Price" bracelet and "My Worth is Found in Christ Alone" T-shirt. These new releases are both are available at her booth, now.
Stop by this booth today and you'll be impressed with the entrepreneurial spirit and passion of this young designer. If you have an idea for a shirt or need a logo for your business, Hope offers custom design services and printing. She is a skilled and experienced graphic designer and would love the privilege to work with new clients.
Jump to: Southern Mom's Design | Nanny Signature Soaps | Beautifully Broken Glass Art | Amy Elaine's | Southern Hope Co.
And that wraps up our first-ever Featured Vendor Spotlight for Fall / Winter 2022.
Be sure to come into Home Sweet Home Elberton today and see what's new. And if it's your first time, you are in for a special treat. They have over 60 artisan vendors to make your gift shopping easy, with special and unique gifts for everyone on your list. Open 10 am - 6 pm (Closed Wednesdays and Sundays). Lunch is served from 11 am - 3 pm, plus coffee, smoothies, ice cream, and more. Located off the square in Historic Downtown Elberton.
☕️ Home Sweet Home Elberton
🗺 Address: 17 S. McIntosh Street Elberton, GA 30635 (Get directions)
☎️ Phone: 762-533-4084
⏰ Hours: Open 10:00am - 6:00pm - 5 Days A Week (Closed Wednesday and Sunday)
📩 Email: hshelberton@gmail.com
🌐 Website:
https://www.homesweethomeelberton.com/
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