Hyde Park Handmade

04/06/2026

The Avalon Branch Library at 8148 S. Stony Island is hosting a craft fair on Saturday, May 2, 1-4pm.
Hyde Park Handmade is on hold but a few of our vendors are participating at this event. Please support!

04/03/2026

03/07/2026

Looking Local Craft Fair: Sharing for our neighbors at the Avalon Branch Library at 8148 S. Stony Island Ave who are hosting their first ever artisan craft fair on Saturday, May 2nd from 1-4pm. Space is limited but FREE! Priority consideration is given to south side teen creators to support our local students.
Application link: https://forms.office.com/g/fh9MVsNnJc?origin=QRCode

Note: this is not a Hyde Park Handmade event, we're just giving our neighbors a boost. We will not be able to answer any questions about this great opportunity.
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01/22/2026

12/19/2025

Join us Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 for our final Hyde Park Handmade at the Promontory. For 11 years we've featured local craft, fashion, and food makers.
11a-3p, 5311 S Lake Park West, second floor, Hyde Park, Chicago. Free admission * all ages welcome * elevator access.
RSVP at Dec 21, 2025 * Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar

12/19/2025

Thank you ABC 7 Chicago and Diane Pathieu ABC7 for including Hyde Park Handmade in your "Festival Friday" segment this morning

Each week, we list some events you can attend over the weekend.

12/17/2025

Join us this Sunday for our final market at the Promontory. We've been doing this together since December 2014 and have featured hundreds of local craft, food, and fashion makers in that time.
Mark your calendars and RSVP at Dec 21, 2025 * Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar

Vendor list:
Classic Creations and Events
https://www.instagram.com/classiccreationsnevents/
Scratch-made cookies, cakes, and more with the classic flavors you love!

Wanna Pickle Gourmet Foods
https://www.instagram.com/wanna_pickle_gourmet_foods
An alternative and more healthier manner w/ food consumption based off various enjoyable flavors

Ties That Bind Handmade
https://www.instagram.com/tiesthatbindhandmade
Lavishly handcrafted adornments, including wire-wrapped (crystals/ gems), beaded, polymer clay & hand-painted jewelry, waist beads, crochet and knit fiber arts clothing & accessories, and more!

Patchwork Reworkz
https://www.instagram.com/patchwork_reworkz/
Upcycled reclaimed fabric made into tote bags and other denim accessories

The Kaya Kollection
https://www.instagram.com/thekayakollection/
A curated collection of eyewear, ranging from classic styles to the latest trends, ensuring you find the perfect frames to complement your individual look and vision needs

FËM RITUALS
https://www.instagram.com/femrituals/
A self care brand that handcrafts luxurious, non-toxic wellness products designed to help women boost their confidence, nourish their skin, and elevate their mood

Lacuna
https://www.instagram.com/toolusingmammalgirl/
Hand-painted clothes and accessories with themes of dead languages, glitched technology, and the industrialized occult

L BellaDonna Creative House
https://www.instagram.com/labelladonnacreativehouse
An herbalist selling hand-crafted all natural teas, body products and wellness remedies

Binti Afro Apparel
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BintiAfroApparel
A vibrant brand dedicated to celebrating African culture through stylish and authentic clothing and accessories such as dresses, jumpsuits, pants, and jewelry

J Hodges Art
https://www.instagram.com/iamjhodgesart/
Original artwork to prints, journals, and wearable silk art pieces, creating lifestyle options that allow art to be woven into everyday life

Haircareuwear
https://www.instagram.com/windycitygayle/
Night time and deep conditioning hair bonnets reusable grocery bags

A Versatile You
https://www.instagram.com/aversatileyou
Aromatherapy essentials and natural vegan skincare that help you relax, unwind and feel amazing!

rj studio inc.
https://www.instagram.com/rjstudioinc
One of a kind handmade jewelry designs, stationery, and accessories.

Ý-ERD UP JEWELRY
https://www.instagram.com/y_erdupjewelry
One-of-a-kind wearable art: earrings, rings, loc adornments, ear cuffs, necklaces, and bracelets made from various wires, leather, and stones

Luxe 44
https://www.instagram.com/luxe44official
All-natural, vegan, cruelty free skincare, body care, haircare, and beard care that is safe for all skin types, ages and even pets

Her_She773
https://www.instagram.com/her_she773/
Handmade candles

BlueLoopCrochet
https://www.instagram.com/blueloopcrochet/
Handcrafted crochet treasures for heart and home - turning yarn into charm!

Ncourage U2
https://www.instagram.com/silkflorals2/
Mix media art on canvas including handmade journals and greeting cards

Susie Q Cups
https://www.instagram.com/susie_q_cups_/
Hand-decorated glass cups, coffee mugs, and keychains using waterproof cup wraps

Nonprofit booth:
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
https://www.feinberg.northwestern.edu/sites/cdis/research/calm-chicago.html
CALM-Chicago (Community-based Approach for Lowering stress through Mindfulness) is a federally funded research study offering a free, 8-week, group-based mindfulness course for African American adults to lower their stress and blood pressure.

The Promontory is permanently closing December 31, 2025. Hyde Park Handmade plans to continue in 2026.

12/17/2025

Please join us for the LAST Artisan Bazaar of 2025! Pop-in and Shop with Ties That Bind!

FREE ADMISSION!!! Art! Food! Music! Will you be there?! Let us know!
RSVP: https://wix.to/7coyRu6

12/17/2025

We're getting a lot of last-minute requests for available spaces for Sunday's Dec 21, 2025 * Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar market. Facebook and Instagram are not sending our application links via the messaging option so we're posting it here:
Hyde Park Handmade is a monthly curated market featuring craft, fashion, and food makers from Chicago's south side. The event is held in the Promontory's second floor lounge at 5311 S. Lake Park West (behind the Akira).
Interested in becoming a vendor? We require an application to be filled out for vendor consideration.
Applications are required to be considered by the jury - even if you've done the market in the past. The "early bird" December 21, 2025 market application deadline has expired. We are still considering vendors and the application can be found at https://forms.gle/jcRBNH7AAH6vGdwb8
Late applications will be considered and a $25 late fee will be applied to the $75 vendor fee if accepted ($100 total).
Mini/ newbie vendor 3' wide by 5' deep spaces will be available for $40 with a $10 late fee ($50 total).
Please note: the December market will be our last with the Promontory as they are closing December 31, 2025. We are looking for a replacement venue to continue the market into 2026.

This event will be held in the spacious upstairs lounge at the Promontory, 5311 S. Lake Park Avenue West, Chicago, on Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 11am-3pm. This will be the final Hyde Park Handmade at the Promontory as the venue will be closing on December 31, 2025. Hyde Park Handmade is searchin...