Erin: founder of Nomad Design Co. I started my candle company during the COVID-19 pandemic while working full-time as an architect. What began as a creative outlet during uncertain times quickly evolved into a passion project. Drawing on my background in design and my deep love for the outdoors, I created a candle collection that blends minimalist aesthetics with nature-inspired scents. Each candle is thoughtfully crafted to bring a sense of calm, warmth, and connection to the natural world. As part of our mission to give back, we donate a portion of all sales to the National Park Foundation, helping preserve and protect the places that continue to inspire our brand.

Melissa “Niigaaniigaabowikwe” and Thomas “Ogimaawajiweb” Fowler are the Anishinaabe Indigenous artists of Creatively Indigenous. Residing in the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin's Maple Plain Community in Cumberland, Wisconsin where Thomas is a member, Melissa is a member of the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. Together Melissa and Thomas create jewelry, accessories, art, and other life items utilizing natural mediums such as birch bark, leather, buckskin, bull horn, porcupine quills, wood, rock, and stone. They enjoy incorporating traditional patterns, themes, and styles with contemporary materials and styles to carefully create one-of-a-kind pieces. In May 2018, Melissa and Thomas sold their first pieces, thus sparking their new business journey, “Creatively Indigenous.” Melissa and Thomas are meticulous about ensuring each item they take from the Earth is done carefully, respectfully, and has the proper offering of asemaa/tobacco. Birchbark is harvested utilizing traditional and cultural techniques past down generations as to not hurt the birch tree. Careful attention in each step of the process is given to ensure their art is created in a good way. Culture and tradition are important for the Fowler family, and Melissa and Thomas enjoy guiding their 6 plus 1 children about the Anishinaabe way of life and Mino Bimaadiziwin through traditional teaching and ceremony. Each purchase with Creatively Indigenous supports this Indigenous family-owned small business. Chi Miigwech!

Humble Organics is a woman-owned, indie organic and natural bath and body care line near Chicago with humble beginnings. They produce handmade products that are effective yet gentle enough for all skin types and ages! At work, Annemarie was an Advertising Food Photographer for 14 years. At home, a mother of 3 trying to alleviate her young daughter’s eczema symptoms. Annemarie was disheartened by so many products on shelf filled with chemicals and synthetic ingredients. She decided to take matters into her own hands and began formulating simple and pure plant-based skincare products for her family’s daily use. With her little daughter by her side in 2018 Humble Organics was born! Today, Humble Organics a true better for you brand is shaking up the industry as their products are carried in retailers of all sizes including Uncommon Goods, Whole Foods, and Anthropologie. Their mission is to not only spread health and happiness to their customers, but to their community. Humble Organics donates 5% of profits to Lydia Home Chicago, a safe haven for children that is close to their home and hearts.

Rebecca Wise Girson - mixed media collage art: I am based in Orange Park, Florida. My journey into the world of art began in 2002 as a therapeutic escape from the inevitable pressures of corporate life. What began as stress relief blossomed into an unexpected passion and a new creative identity. Art is my sanctuary… It’s a space where I can channel my experiences, emotions, and “remains of the day” into something tangible and meaningful. Creating gets me out of my head and into the flow state where time simultaneously stands still and slips away without me even noticing.

Rouzer's 5R Farms - Maple Syrup: Mike and Mandy Rouzer along with their children, Cash, Ira, and Duke make up Rouzer's 5R Farms. We are a small, diversified farm that raises beef cattle, vegetables, and maple syrup in the Town of McKinley. Mike and Mandy both work off of the farm as well. We have over 1,000 taps that we collect our sap from. Our syrup is traditionally cooked, wood fired. We hope you enjoy our syrup as much as we enjoyed making it. Thank you for your purchase!

Dorothy's Reason: Abbey is a passionate creator and designer a trait inherited from her innovative Grandmother, Dorothy. At Dorothy’s Reason we strive to provide high quality products with some added humor! Dorothy's Reason is proud to employ parents whilst allowing a flexible work schedule. We are passionate about providing a positive experience for the working parent where family ALWAYS comes first!

Schneider Goods Co: We're a family of five, excited about bringing quality, natural goods into the ordinary moments in our home as a reminder of the beauty & power of God's creation. When you pick up something we’ve made, you can trust that it’s natural, clean, and nourishing for your family. It's all made right in Minnesota, from materials that are as local as we can find them. We carefully handcraft our goods with the best quality natural materials, like 100% grass fed beef (farmed regeneratively), organic herbs + oils, and beeswax.

Bear Lake Cofee Co. - Gabe Damiani is an entrepreneur and visionary committed to a better tomorrow, with over two decades immersed in coffeehouses worldwide. As a Licensed Q Grader, CVA Certified Cupper, and SCA Roasting Professional, his expertise extends beyond building a business—it’s about crafting a blueprint for positive impact on humanity and the planet. Through Bear Lake Coffee, Gabe has created more than a coffeehouse and roastery; he has built a beacon of hope that demonstrates how even from the most remote corners of the world, meaningful change can be made.

Dot & Army is a small batch manufacturing company based in coastal Georgia that believes little changes do make a difference. Choosing cloth napkins over paper, skipping the plastic bag for a reusable one, and replacing paper towels for unpaper ones. Jennifer has been sewing since the age of eight, and hasn't stopped. Her family has been using only cloth napkins and "un-paper" towels for over eight years. But you still might be asking, who is Dot and Army? Dot and Army are Jennifer's maternal grandparents who constantly set the bar high on kindness, generosity and service.

Crowned Free is on a mission to end human trafficking through ethical fashion and gifts featuring boho-inspired women's clothing, survivor-made candles and jewelry, home decor, and accessories. We give back by creating safe and sustainable jobs for survivors who make many of our products. We also financially support anti-trafficking organizations here in the USA and around the world!

There's something lovely about using pretty things to do everyday things - whether that's writing a note, planning your day, making space for creativity, or remembering what's true - we hope you are delighted and encouraged by all we offer at Emily Lex Studio. With scratchy pencil sketches and pretty watercolor puddles, Emily creates cheerful illustrations that make their way onto our original papergoods + gifts. https://shop.emilylex.com/

Emily Wancier: Mayana Designs was created in 2020 by Emily Wancier as a way to explore and share her love of artisan handmade beaded jewelry. Drawing from her time living abroad with her family in Ghana, Peru, Nicaragua, and currently Colombia, the jewelry pieces often are inspired by textiles and indigenous art forms that she has encountered along the way. Emily is primarily self-taught and continues to challenge herself by exploring geometric form and color as she transforms Japanese Miyuki glass beads into wearable art. Mayana Designs is committed to offering bead weaving training and employment primarily to single mothers and members of the displaced indigenous community in Medellin, Colombia, where the jewelry is produced in small-batches. As Mayana Designs grows, the hope is that it can expand its ability to provide much-needed income to vulnerable women.

Nova Candle Co. was founded in 2019 with the intent to create a business of our own that we could run and grow into something great. Our love of candles seemed like the perfect way to get this started. From making candles in the spare bedrooms in our house, to finally having a retail storefront to call home, our main goal has always been to combine high quality ingredients, hand crafted scents and a stylish touch so you always have the best product possible on display. Our candles are hand-poured in Cincinnati, OH. with high quality ingredients so we can provide you with the best candle possible. Each candle is made with all 100% soy wax, sourced from American farmers and contains high quality fragrances oils.

Dallas Bazewicz - Sun Valley Popcorn: I grew up on a beef cattle and horse farm in Cumberland, WI. I have a degree in Agronomy and an interest in Agriculture. I started this company to provide a locally grown, safe, tasty snack for my community and surrounding areas!

Elaina Westendorf - Handmade beeswax candles: I am an aspiring homesteader and permaculturist. I live on 9 acres in northern Wisconsin where I raise fresh fruits, vegetables and happy chickens, pigs, and rabbits for my friends and family. One of my dreams is having a successful honeybee colony so I'm using locally sourced wax to make 100% unscented beeswax candles. This way my friends and neighbors can have chemical-free honey scented light in their homes and I can someday save up to bring a queen home! Bless you! Elaina

Robinson's Joy was born in April 2016, shortly after finding out that I was not only pregnant but carrying twins! I wanted to find natural skin products that would moisturize, nourish and prevent stretch marks on my growing belly. I created my own "Mama's Blend" an all-natural blend of moisturizing oils. Robinson's Joy entire Body Oil and Whipped Butter line was inspired by that blend. I started making candles because I am an avid candle user, but I became concerned about all the toxins that they emit. So, I decided to make my own clean/safe candles that I felt comfortable burning around my children.

Beth & Brad - Welcome to Rogue Jerky Co., where we bring you the bold, adventurous flavors of Northern Michigan in every bite. For the past seven years, my wife and I have been deep in the jerky world, running the top beef jerky subscription box out there. We've tasted hundreds of flavors and types of craft beef jerky, so we know exactly what makes the best jerky—perfect texture, mouthwatering flavors, and that something special you can't quite put your finger on. We absolutely love Northern Michigan and take every chance we get to head up north. The beauty, the adventure, the flavors—it all inspires us. So, we decided to create our own brand that connects our passion for premium craft beef jerky with our favorite place. We source our ingredients directly from the north to create those bold flavors that remind us of our trips up north. Rogue Jerky Co. is a tribute to our hometown, Rockford, MI, right by the Rogue River. We've poured years into perfecting our flavors, going through endless revisions until each one was just right. Our Cherry Chipotle, with cherry juice from Traverse City, is just one example of how we bring the taste of the North to our jerky. We're so proud of what we've created and can't wait for you to try it. This brand has been years in the making, and every bag of jerky is crafted with love, care, and a nod to the adventures of Northern Michigan. Join us on this tasty journey and discover what makes Rogue Jerky Co. so special. Taste the North with every bite—it's downright delicious.

Anne of The Secret Garden: When my husband, infant daughter and I moved onto our northern Minnesota farm in 1972, we didn't know much about organic farming, but we were determined to live off the land. I planted a garden. We bought a cow and learned how to milk her by hand. We survived a winter. Each year we made progress. My vegetable garden grew larger and more productive. I taught myself to preserve its bounty and created soup mixes that I could toss into a slow cooker before I set off for my morning school bus route. Some soup mixes were so tasty, I gave them as holiday gift to relatives, then decided to market them. My husband built a small commercial kitchen that named 'the soup building.' As my soup mix sales grew, I added mixes for pancakes and quick breads. Breads need spreads, so I made jam with garden raspberries and wild plums. Everything I make has to be wholesome. No artificial ingredients or preservatives, MSG or aspartame. My mission is to make delicious, nutritious food that you'll enjoy preparing, and your family will enjoy eating.

We're a mother-daughter team that wants to provide you with a wide range of nature-infused self-care products. We make all of our products in small batches to ensure freshness and don't use unnecessary ingredients so your skincare can be clean and we use premium quality ingredients so your skin can get every last bit of the benefits!

Chelsea - I am the owner and artist behind Homemade Hippie. I am a full time Funeral Director and Embalmer and started making jewelry in 2020 as a hobby which has turned into so much more! My unique style really shows through my work with jewelry. The quality, texture and light weight feel of the earrings are what customers love the most. All earrings are hypoallergenic and nickel free which are perfect for sensitive ears! Each pair of earrings are carefully and uniquely made. No two pairs are ever identical which makes them unique - we ensure only the best go out to our customers. Fun facts: I am a girl mom! I have a black lab. In the summer I enjoy being outdoors and spending my time boating with family and friends. 4th of July, Halloween, and Christmas are my favorite Holidays.

The Little Flower Soap Co: Little Flower Soaps are cold processed in small batches using heirloom techniques perfected with time. We use the best essential oils, botanicals, and minerals including organic rosemary leaf, lavender flowers, organic cocoa butter, Shea butter and many more. Holly & Justin work joyfully from a small Michigan studio.

Nancy - Now based in Viroqua, Wisconsin, The Great American Pancake Company has been family owned and operated since 2003. Local residents Dale and Nancy Wedwick, purchased the company and set up operations in the Food Enterprise Center in August, 2023. The company's products are featured on our website {greatamericanpancakes.com}, Facebook {The Great American Pancake Company}, Instagram {Thegreatamericanpancakeco}, and dozens of retail stores around the nation. We pride ourselves in purchasing high-end ingredients for our recipes which continue to keep the taste and quality of our mixes a success in the pancake/waffle market. Nine varieties are offered year-round, including our signature varieties of Cinnamon, Angel Cakes, Buttermilk and Brown Sugar and Oatmeal. In the fall of the year, we offer Cider Cakes to celebrate the apple bounty. The Great American Pancake Company loves to bring the family together enjoying quality time along with our delicious pancake/waffle mixes.

Sunella Co: Meet our inspiring owner, Rachel Mckenrick, a passionate college student who is dedicated to raising awareness about the harmful impact of plastic waste. With her fervent drive, she's on a mission to make the world a cleaner and greener place for generations to come. Join us at Sunella Co. as we embark on this eco-conscious journey together. Let's make a positive impact on our planet while enjoying fantastic products and exceptional customer service. Together, we can create a brighter, sustainable future!

Stacey - SnS Dips: What started out November 2014, selling 6 dip mixes from our own kitchen, has turned into a licensed business with over 50 different mixes and gourmet artisan flavored honey. Everyone loves food, and the simplicity too of making an item that is quick and easy to make, but tastes like it comes from a gourmet deli. Our products are made from scratch recipes and are made to be simple and quick, gourmet style foods. Each item is made from our own recipes and are handcrafted one by one or bag by bag. We fill each bag ingredient by ingredient, some are made in small batches when needing to be mixed, and our honey is mixed by us one small batch at a time. Our products generally sell themselves as it allows the purchasers to make a gourmet dip or spread by simply adding 1-2 ingredients with our mixes to make a fantastic tasting dish.

Amanda: At Wonderly Mercantile our mission is to craft a unique line of clean candles that will inspire you to slow down and be present. All of our candles are consciously handcrafted with human health and the health of the planet in mind. The minimalist design is intended to complement any living space, serving as a gentle reminder to unwind and enjoy the simple things in life.

Jodi - Owner, Maker Cleanse Bath + Body is a woman-owned brand from Colorado, that uses natural, vegan ingredients. "I believe that even the simplest thing, like a bar of soap, can bring delight, so each product is handmade with craftsmanship, intention, and artistry."

Vinnie & Meg's Honey: As a child Vinnie Lepak was introduced to having bees by his father Cy. Vinnie later started his own hives with his wife Meg in 2014, in Cumberland, WI. Their local honey hobby is a labor of love with a few bee stings!

After living on more than four continents with humanitarian aid agencies, our founder - Steve - decided to bring distinctive spices and flavors from around the world to all-natural cocktail mixes. The results are delicious and sophisticated-but-fun. We use high-quality, all-natural ingredients to make concentrated drink mixes that will go a long distance for your customers. Unlike most drink mixes which make only two or three cocktails, our bottles make on average 10 to 12 cocktails, glasses of sangria, mugs of mulled wine, or hot toddies - leaving your customers satisfied and thirsty for more. We are also pleased to have launched a new line of spices/salts and flavored sugars in 2023. Like all of our products, the labels are clean and include plenty of recipes so that your customers won't be left guessing how to use our delicious mixers, spices, sugars, and more.

Debra Wuorenma - Lost Key Jewelry: A true "Minnesconsinite", I was transplanted from St. Paul, MN to Cumberland over 30 years ago. My passion is creating unique, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces by upcycling and repurposing many vintage treasures, including maps, hardware, watch parts, and of course keys from distant times and lands. Creating custom jewelry is my favorite hobby. I love watching each piece come to life and blossom a connection with another individual.

Chip Valley Foods, makers of Chip Magnet salsas was established in 2011 as a farmers market company. That first summer, our products were sold in 10 weekly farmers markets throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota. But it was soon realized that the brand had gained so much popularity that a pivot out of farmers markets and into retail grocery was the next move. Production was then moved from a home kitchen and into an automated facility allowing sales volume to grow from a small regional brand into a brand sold in thousands of stores throughout the country. Today, Chip Magnet offers 13 unique varieties of non-GMO salsas.

At Orchid Apothecary, we specialize in creating natural, handcrafted products designed for your everyday needs. Every product we create is thoughtfully designed to offer simple, high-quality, natural alternatives that are kind to both your skin and the environment. We offer everything from All Natural Body Products such as Natural Body Butter, Lotion, Beard Products, Natural Home Products, Pet Care, and even CBD. Why natural? The answer is simple: We believe in the power of nature and the importance of reducing our reliance on synthetic chemicals that can be harsh on the skin. Modern science has brought incredible advancements in health care, and I’m a strong advocate for its benefits. However, we also believe that natural alternatives play a crucial role in promoting wellness, preventing the development of medical conditions, and supporting long-term health. That’s why we're committed to offering products that not only nourish your body but also contribute to a more balanced, holistic approach to everyday life. Whether you’re looking for a nourishing lip balm to protect your lips from the elements or a smooth, rejuvenating beard oil, we have you covered. Our products are crafted with only the finest natural ingredients, ensuring that they are as effective as they are gentle.

Angela Nelli:

Owner, Artist, Instructor

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EMPORIUM

Boutique & Art Studio

1312 Second Ave. Cumberland, WI