Hand Works of Danville is home to over 150 artisans from Northern California and beyond.  Our artisan partners come from all walks of life, some perform their art full time, some part time, some for financial support, some for purely creative endeavor.

Their products are locally created or brought from as far as Japan, South Africa and other international artisan sources.

Click on the pink links to go directly to the artisan's site.

Designer Jewelry

Kaladoro Studios - Norma Mead - Dichroic Glass  Creations

Vitreous Things - Jeannine Boskovich  Dichroic Glass Jewelry and accessories

CLS Creates - Chestina Shahroody - Beaded jewelry designs

Pamela Arlene Taylor Designs - Custom designer jewelry

Kali Designs, wearable glass art jewelry.  Specializing in dichroic pendants and accessories.

Granich Designs - Sandra & Russ Granich - Bead Working, pearl knotting, gold / Silver

HauteGlass - Kim Lonie - Lampwork beaded jewelry

Heartstrings Jewelry and... - Terry Frost  eclectic gemstones, mixed glass/metals and custom designs

Gryphon Jewelry Design - Amy Fasnacht  Pearl creations

Sara Dina Designs - Susan Mestman  Semi precious and stone jewelry www.saradinadesigns.com

Sacred Sparkle  - Linda Byrne  Inspirational, religious jewelry specializing in Swarovski crystals

Carol Rose Jewelry - Carol Rose and Marty Bender are artisans who do exceptional pieces in the "lamp work bead" process

Jina Ahn - Creates beautiful hair accessories studded with swarvoskii crystals, as well as crystal jewelry accent pieces.

Lucy Ellen Design - Lucille Romijn designs jewelry inspired by the colors of nature

Sassy Girlz Jewelry for Women and Girls by Karen Elson

Meow Unlimited , Sterling Silver Jewelry, Swarvoski Crystals and Natural Stones, Jewelry Designed by Melody Morris, www.meouwunlimited.com

Lori Perry - Specializes in pearl necklace and bracelets.

Glamour 78, Vintage Revival Jewlery Couture by Melissa Scoppettone and Vanessa Medve

Claudia Eitner - Hair accessories made with crystals, stones, and other natural elements.

Tatia Wilkinson brings you Impressions 4 You, Handstamped Jewelry in Silver, personalized messages available.

Michalen's, Wearable Art created with Swarvoski Crystals, Glass Beads and Sterling Silver

Marilyn Bookbinder creates Found Treasure

Home Decor, Florals and Garden

Tiffany Paynton - Under the name of Volo da Solo, Tiffany makes soaps and candles with essential oils

Lois Andreotti - Potter extrordinaire - functional and decorative

Roses and ... - Terry Frost  Freeze dried floral decor and vintage accessories

Randi's Flair - Randy Berry - Silk Florals, home and garden accessories

Attic Inspirations - Liliana Powers - Home Accents, mosaics from recycled, garage sale finds.  "Helping to keep the earth green"

Forever Bloom - Exquisite Florals in water illusion

Major Gifts - Jim & Roberta Major  Home Accents and accessories

Blue Lizard Designs - Betsy La Honta, Artisan, Hand made accessories for your table.  Serving pieces wrapped with jewels.

Judy Hyder - Decorator collectibles

Roxie Fitzmyers creates unusual and attractive lighted bottles using a decoupage method. 

Paulette Moss brings you the "Cabin Fever" look so popular for those with mountain and lake homes.  Great designs for den and boys rooms as well.

What nicer way to greet your guests than with "Door Harps" by Bob Murphy of Moon Mountain Woods.  Whenever possible, woods in this product are from certified, well-managed or sustainable yield sources and recycled woods. "Helping to keep the earth green"

Knits, Linens and Apparel

Podna Designs by Elaine Levin - Reversible, one of a kind, custom made kimono style jackets, one size fits most and will size to fit.

Pamela Freitas - "Pam's Pretties"  Hand knit clothing for infants and children.  Afghans made to order.

Grace Mayorga is a fabric artist who creates both the practical and whimsical.  She make wonderful aprons using vintage anf vintage style fabric, felted flower accessory pins, totes and unusual toys for children.

Patricia Doyen sews wonderful towels in the shape of animals.  Makes drying off after a bath  or swim great fun for kids.  Patricia also monograms towels for our cutomers at a nominal charge.

Linda Slick specializes in hand made aprons and fabric goods.   Wonderful fabrics bring  special and sometimes whimsical touch to your home.  Enjoy and smile!

Specialty Section

Cassandra Caton  hand makes clothing for 18 inch dolls.  She also features extras such as shoes and other accessories and bedding for your doll. 

Personalized Names - Marie Virtanen - Plaques with the meaning of your children's names

Personalized Names - Crafts, Etc - Poetic meanings of child's name using the letters of their name

Yvonne Wolf - Seasonal crafts, tissue box holders

Jaime Villanueva creates original jewlery holders using fabric and unique knobs.

Kim Bernal - Seasonal crafts and fabric art

Diva Dolls by Jaines Dolls www.Jainesdolls.com

Angelina Aliscad brings you the "Purrfect Pet"  Lifelike dogs that appear to "breathe".  All dogs are created with acrylic fur so no pet was harmed in the process of making this item.  Perfect for those who have dog allergies and house bound individuals looking for companionship.

Lealinds Gifts - Home decor with a vintage European flair - one of a kind collectibles.

Gourmet Foods

Enjoy the many choices in our Gourmet Food Section.  Tastings are done regularly so you can sample the many offerings.

Betsy La Honta of "Handpicked for Hand Works" sells jams, jellies, cake mixes, salsas, dip-topping-spreads as well as packaged and specialty food products.  The perfect selection for gift baskets and hostess gifts.

Charlotte Sue Rivers of "Charlottes" specializes in hand crafted fudges and confections of all types.  Need a small gift for your child's teacher or a special friend.  Try Charlotte's fudge - you will be unable to resist!

Magic Slice Cutting Boards - Non slip flexible cutting boards with wonderful designs for your kitchen or prep areas.

Crafts, Woods, Art, Photography and Seasonal

Chili Pepper Woodworks - Rich Barnard - Wine barrel tables, candle holders, woodcrafts

Maryann Taylor - Seasonal Deisgns and Handcrafted Gift Items

Woody Miller Art - Whimsical art designs.  www.woodymillerart.com

Wenda Pyman Photography - Landscape and Scenic Photography

Wenda's current exhibitions:

Seasonal Banners and Garden Art by Dennis and Linda Silva

Michael Michler, creates his very own versions of pen and pencil sets.  All are hand turned using both wood and acrylic stems.

Thelma Waters and Melodie Elam together create hand made arts and crafts projects using fabric and paper.  Seasonal runners are one of their specialties as well as kitchen towels accented with crocheted tops.

"Wrightables" is a business specializing in handmade signs and tiles for the home.  Using vinyl lettering Maryann Wright can personalize your items as well as selecting themes just for you.

Paul Veilleux Nature Photography, Signed prints for your home or office.  Desktop and screensaver photos for your PC or Mac.  paulbveilleux@yahoo.com

Stationery and Cards

Nancy Testa - "My Nine to Five" -Handmade cards

Jan Noonan - "Runs with Scissors" - Hand Made cards

Wilda Dupre - Handmade stamped cards with glitter accents - Classes available