Nasim Rahravani Pottery Pop-Up
May 10, 12-4p
We are so excited to host local artist Nasim Rahravani - whose beautiful pottery and more will be available for purchase at her pop-up in Curio's Lab on April 19th! Stop by to browse and say hi!
About Nasim Rahravani:
Nasim has loved pottery ever since she was a child. She enjoys shaping clay into beautiful pieces and has always had a special connection to this creative craft.
Instagram: @pottery_with_nasim
Catherine Karp Pop-Up: Indigo-Dyed Clothing
May 17 & 18, 12-4p
"I’m a former Montessori art teacher who can’t stop teaching. I work with a variety of ages groups in many different types of settings teaching sewing, mending, dyeing, printing, among other things. I focus on creating indigo-dyed, upcycled clothing. My interest in upcycling began with mending, which led me to explore ways to give used garments new life.
At the same time, indigo dyeing entered my life in a different but equally serendipitous way. As blue is my favorite color, I took a workshop out of curiosity, and I was immediately hooked. The rich color, the use of upcycled textiles, and the unique designs and patterns I could create captivated me. Since then, I’ve continued to explore this process, always using high-quality, natural fiber materials to craft beautiful, comfortable, and unique products. I fell in love with indigo dyeing and realized I could merge my passion for sustainability with this traditional craft.
Each piece has a unique history and character. I use various Shibori techniques to bind and create resists, allowing the dye to interact with the fabric in unpredictable ways. After emerging from the dye vat, each garment reveals a one-of-a-kind pattern. These techniques include folding, tying, wrapping, clipping, and other methods of binding fabric to create intricate designs that are unveiled when the piece is rinsed and dried."
Learn more about Cathy Karp here: https://www.ckrevive.com/about
Little Room Mushrooms Pop-Up
May 24, 12-4p
"As a curious gardener and a science teacher, I was amazed when I grew my first mushroom kit. To my surprise, the little mushroom pins popped out and quickly grew into large, gilled petals. It was beautiful! When I went to sautée my harvest in a little butter and salt, I was delighted by the meaty texture and savory flavor. I went on to share in moments of awe and wonder with hundreds of students as I brought mushroom grow kits into the classroom. Over a few years, I became obsessed with mushroom growing and foraging. I realized I want to share this passion beyond the classroom and hope you experience the same interest and intrigue as you spray and watch your own mushroom grow kit."
Learn more about Little Room Mushrooms here: https://www.littleroommushrooms.com/
Shepherd's Run Jewelry Pop-Up
May 31, 12-4p
"Rebecca was born and raised in Ireland and is a Dublin Institute of Technology Fine Art graduate, with a particular interest in etching, so the move into working with metals was a natural one. She first starting making jewelry in 2002 for a dear friend as a 40th birthday present. The rest is history.
Each piece of Shepherd's Run Jewelry is made from scratch by jeweler Rebecca S. Scott, in her Somerville, MA studio. Using only responsibly sourced precious metals, semi precious stones and age-old techniques, every piece is designed and made by hand to be worn and loved long and often. Rebecca's work is modern, minimal and timeless in it's appeal. Rebecca will be bringing many of her best-selling designs and featuring several new designs for Spring 2025 for this show."
Learn more about Shepherd's Run Jewelry here: https://www.shepherdsrunjewelry.com/
