MEET THE CREATORS
VISUAL ARTS
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GRACE HICE
2026 + Business
Owner of The Cozy Mushroom Cafe
I hope to share a message of fun and expression through my art. I want to be able to connect to people through my fun and unusual stickers. I also want to be able to get to know people through custom made records based on their requests or presences.
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MIRANDA BEAUFORD
2027 + Studio Art
Owner of BCI Vibez
My business really helped me connect with other people, which I really struggle to do at times. Everyone at App is so supportive and friendly, my business has been a means to connect.
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NATALIE JESTER
2026 + Psychology
Owner of Cosmic Creations
The most rewarding part of my creative process is seeing the final product after putting in a ton of work. The most challenging part is time management and keeping mental/physical stamina on tedious projects.
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KAT DAVIS
2026 + Art and Visual Culture
Owner of Foxcrow Crafts
I just want to make others happy with my little creations, and allow them to express themselves the way I love to.
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GIGI GANDIAGA
2026 + Elementary Education
Owner of Gi’s Gems
I want to give people a boost of confidence. Just like a necklace, or makeup, having a set of nails you love can make your day shine a bit brighter than the last. “When you look good, you feel good.”
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MADDIE WHISENANT
2028 + Elementary Education
Owner of Polymer Petites
I want to spread joy with my creations and help others find peace in simple things. I love making pieces others can always have with them to make them feel safer and bring a smile to their face.
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CORRYN HEATH
2027 + Communication Sciences and Disorders
Owner of Corryn’s Collages
My brand is built around the idea that art can help us connect with the things that shape us—those little, invisible moments that matter. It’s about creating pieces that make you stop and think, whether it's a pop of color, a meaningful quote, or a mix of textures. It’s about embracing creativity, finding beauty in the small things, and celebrating what makes us unique. Every collage is a reminder to slow down and appreciate the moments that often go unnoticed.
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AVA GRAHAM
2027 + Studio Art, BFA
Owner of Everything Under the Sun
We sell a mix of crochet items, bags, watercolor cards, quilted items, and stuffed animals.
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AVA SHORT
2028 + Music Therapy
Owner of Appalachian Slime Company
My brand brings sweet Appalachian memories to life with interactive, handcrafted slimes that are wrapped in cozy nostalgia.
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SARAH SLATKER
2027 + Graphic Communication Management, Business/ Studio Art
Owner of Aonoway
I want to inspire people to be themselves, take care of themselves, and to love themselves through jewelry and art. “Remember to love yosef!”
JEWELRY
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ANNABELLE RICHTER
2028 + Apparel Design and Merchandising
Owner of Rhymes and Reasons Jewelry
The goal of my business is to reveal the true beauty of the small things in life. Like in John Denver’s song, ‘Rhymes and Reasons’ I hope to shed light on the simplistic beauty of nature and happiness.
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NITARA BROOKS
2025 + Graphic Design
Owner of Creeping Chromalia
I also want to promote a message of sustainability. A lot of the materials I use for my work are items that otherwise would’ve been thrown out and forgotten, and I make them into something beautiful and worth lookin at. One man’s trash is another man’s pair of earrings. :)
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REAGAN SCHLIMME
2025 + Communication Sciences & Disorders
Owner of Raywired
I hope to share the powerful message of expressing yourself. It is so important to accessorize in a way that makes you feel confident and lets your inner style shine.
DIGITAL ART
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MIRANDA BEAUFORD
2027 + Studio Art
Owner of BCIvibez
I want to make a place where people who are considered “weird” or out of the norm can feel a sense of comfort. I want to send the message that there are other people like them in this world, and that they are not alone.
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KATELYN BUSH
2026 + Digital Marketing
Owner of Carolina Crafts 4 U
I hope to inspire people with my business that they can do anything they put their mind to. I also hope to send a positive message through my artwork that brings other happiness.
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ANNA SCHWINN
2026 + Commercial Photography
Owner of annameredithcreates
I specialize in photo prints, photography sessions, and crochet creations.
FIBER ARTS
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KATE BURNS
2027 + Industrial Design
My art has helped me through a lot of difficult times in life and I love specifically sharing it with others, to inspire and share a piece of myself with my community! Seeing someone with one of my final products is my greatest joy and the best part of creating.
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WREN FOREMAN
2027 + Anthropology
Owner of Chemical Birdie Creations
I think the most rewarding part of my creative process is the times I have made presents for my friends and family and they are just so genuinely happy. I love making them happy.
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ZOE MOORE
2026 + Industrial Design
Owner of Hooked Crochet
Offering finely crafted crochet fashion and accessories.
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HALEY DICKSON
2028 + Apparel Design and Merchandising
Owner of Croslay Creations
My business is about being different with crochet. Everyone around the world is different with their art so I plan to do the same. I crochet for fun and I am never afraid of some color.
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LAYAL SADIK
2026 + Political Science and Sociology
Owner of Lavender Poppie
My business has definitely made me more busy, but also more organized. Running my own business has taught me how to manage my time and keep track of everything I do. My campus is extremely creative and has a lot of talented artists, which inspired me to pursue this business.
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ELIZABETH WEBSTER
2026 + Mathematics and Secondary Education
Owner of Websty’s Whimsies
My mission is to create whimsical, high-quality crochet plushies that spark imagination and brighten everyday life!
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HALLIE ZAVA
2028 + Business Management
Owner of Hook with Hal
I just want to have fun doing something that I love, and perhaps make some money along the way. It’s great to be in a community with people who both love business and the arts!
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CARLY FERNANDEZ
2026 + Apparel Design and Merchandising
Owner of CarlenasCollections
I began by styling others, eventually blending in my own handmade pieces and signature look. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s timeless elegance, I created CarlenasCollections—a curated brand that celebrates feminine beauty through fashion, cosmetics, and creative expression.
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MEGHAN O'BRIEN
2026 + Marketing
Owner of made by meghan
I hope to share a message of love, joy, and peace with my business. In a world that seems to be moving faster and faster, the goal of my art is to help people delight in pausing and slowing down.

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