Kindred Collective

10/23/2026

The Alfred Holiday Market is back! Vendor applications are now open.

Are you an artist, maker, craftsperson, or farmer with original products to sell? Join us on Saturday, December 5, from 11 AM to 4 PM at the Joyce & Walton Center on Alfred University’s campus, in the Wellness Gym space, for an afternoon of shopping and fun.

To register please use the application form below:

👉https://a21cg.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/APPLICATION-FORM-ALFRED-HOLIDAY-MARKET-2026.pdf

A quick note: Resale items will not be accepted. The market is an opportunity to showcase your original work and products, connect with holiday shoppers, and become part of a festive celebration of all things local.

The Alfred Holiday Market is organized by Alfred 21st Century Group in partnership with the Alfred Farmers Market.

Please share this post to help us spread the word. We look forward to receiving your applications!

10/20/2026

Election Day will be here before you know it and over here at Kindred we’re committed to staying informed! Pop on over to the shop this Friday, October 23rd on your lunch break for a chance to meet and ask questions of the congressional democratic candidate Aaron Gies! Remember every vote counts and matters! 🗳️

Pizza will be served!

See you soon! 🍁

10/19/2026

The crisp fall weather on this October “Meet Your Maker” Monday has us already gearing up for the holidays and today’s artist is a perfect introduction to the season! When one first meets this beloved human, you can see right away how much he cares about what he is doing and creating. As an artist, educator, parent, partner, friend and leader, the depth and intentionality of his work is why we asked him to design and create the 2026 Alfred Ornament. ❤️

Universe, please acquaint yourself with this Wellsville resident and AU educator - Trevor Bennett!💫

Trevor Bennett is an artist and educator originally from Little Rock, Arkansas. Today he supports Alfred University’s School of Art and Design as the Director of Foundations.

Trevor’s interdisciplinary approach to art means that he and his students are always changing gears, looking for new references, and important connections.

He often reminds them: “something is going to happen!”

All Alfred ornaments will be available in-store or via email/social media message. 50% of all proceeds will be benefitting the Alfred Montessori School.

10/16/2026

Such an exciting weekend ahead! Don’t forget to make a pit stop here to check out local artists (many of whom are on this year’s tour!). ❤️

We’re open today from 10 to 6 and all weekend from 10 to 5! ⭐️

See you soon! 🍁

🎨 𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲!

This weekend, come discover the creativity, craftsmanship, and talent that make Allegany County such a special place.

𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟑𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫, 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟑𝟒 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟕 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲.

Take a scenic drive through Allegany County, step inside working studios, meet the artists behind the work, and discover one-of-a-kind pieces you won’t find anywhere else. Make a weekend of it. Explore our communities, support local artists. 🍂

Learn more and plan your route by following the Allegany Artisans or by visiting alleganyartisans.com.

10/13/2026

It’s that time of year once more and we are so excited to announce this year’s Alfred Ornament and benefiting local organization!

The 2026 Alfred Ornament has been designed by Trevor Bennett Trevor Bennett and will be benefitting Alfred Montessori School!

In Trevor’s words:

Made of glazed porcelain and vintage ribbon the “Love Award” tree ornament is designed to celebrate those who spread love. A ring of hearts reminds us that kindness begets kindness. The ornament is made to look like a first place medal. It’s an award reserved for true athletes of companionship and camaraderie.

This holiday season, love wins!

Available in 17 different varieties of ribbon, at $30 each, 50% of all ornament sales will directly benefit the Alfred Montessori School, while supplies last.❤️

Available in-store only or by email/ social media:
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: Kindred Collective
Facebook: Kindred Collective

We are so excited to share this annual initiative with all of you and are so thrilled to continue the tradition!

See you soon!🍁

10/12/2026

This week’s “Meet Your Maker” Monday featured artist is a lady who is well known to many of us here in the village. A multifacted musician, maker, farmer, advisor... (the list goes ON!), this lady’s talent and kindness are just some of the many reasons we are so fortunate to have her as part of the Kindred team. From reclaimed fabric bags & key fobs to her breathtaking watercolors, anyone would be lucky to bring a piece of her work home with them. 🌈

Universe, we are so thrilled to instroduce you to - Betsy Kent!💫

Betsy Kent works across watercolor, silk painting, and drawing, with a particular focus on fiber arts and sewing. She and her husband co-own Kent B**r Company and live on their family farm, where the textures, rhythms, and landscapes of rural life provide an ongoing source of inspiration for her work.

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10/09/2026

Come enjoy an Alfred fall this weekend!!

10/06/2026

Come check out our upcoming fall workshops! Make something for yourself or a loved one as the holiday season quickly approaches!

Autumn Wreath Workshop with Amanda Khodorkovskaya, Living Acres Farm
Saturday, October 24th 4- 7 pm
Tickets $75
https://square.link/u/vRbWa4m3

Jazz House Earrings Workshop with Michael Fambro, Jazz House Designs
Friday, November 6th
Tickets $40
https://square.link/u/4d3UfZGP

All tickets must be purchased in advance and include all supplies! Spots are going fast!

See you soon!

10/05/2026

This crisp and autumnal “Meet Your Maker” Monday, we meet an artist who is relatively new to the shop. From the moment her work, it was flying off the shelves before we even could get a chance to hang it! This ebullient human is such a beam of light to be around. The joy she takes in making and sharing her work is positively contagious!🐘

Her soulful and heart warming work features hand-built pieces that remind us of the importance of being a friend, a fan, and the beauty of nature. Kindred Collective is so fortunate this artist has joined the team here and we are so thrilled to share her work with you! Universe, please meet - Cindy Smith!💫

Hi, I’m Cindy Smith an artist from the Town of Fremont, Steuben County, NY.  I live on a Christmas tree farm with my husband and poodle, Rudy. After many years employed by Steuben County in the Finance Department, retirement was looming. I wondered what I would do with my time in this new chapter of life.  I started taking  pottery classes and the bug hit. We built a small home studio and I had my answer.
With the prompting of a good friend, i tried my hand at marketing my wares and have since expanded into four venues. 
Specializing in hand building clay forms. I strive for creating earthy, unique pieces that convey feelings and messages through their visual form. Alongside pottery, my first love is photography, which I feel has influenced my creativity with composition, texture and color theory.
My main goal is to create pieces that make people feel some positive emotion whether it be friendliness, kindness, acceptance, to name a few.

10/02/2026

Just a quick FYI - Kindred will be closed for 90 minutes today from 12 pm to 1:30 pm to attend a Woman Business Panel. Things will be back to your regularly scheduled whimsy at 1:30 pm.

See you soon!🍁