Vendor Spotlight: DAP's General Goods

DAP's General Goods is owned by Pam. She is located in DeSoto, and can be reached by phone at 636.337.7026. She first started selling at the market in the 2009 season, and we're lucky to have such a great vendor. She sells baked goods, baking mixes, dog bones, dips, & jam. She likes to sell at our market because it's close to home and because we're all such friendly folks. When asked what makes the De Soto Farmers' Market Special, Pam said it's "...meeting local people and learning from others." We couldn't agree more, and we hope you'll visit Pam this weekend.

Vendor Spotlight: Shenandoah Soaps

Kelly Berger is the vendor behind Shenandoah Soaps. She's originally from De Soto but now lives in St. Louis. She'll be at the market this weekend selling handmade lye soap, lotion bars, handmade-crocheted washcloths, & handbags. She has a website that you might enjoy checking out: www.etsy.com/shop/kellymarieb, or if you'd like to contact her outside the market, you can always email her.
Kelly is new to the market this year, but she's excited to be a part of our market. Her favorite part is seeing so many people that she knows and meeting the many new ones. She also gave us kudos for emphasising healthy living and for being so friendly and open, so be sure to stop by her booth. You'll have to ask her about her next endeavor: upcycled items! She only sells at the De Soto Farmers' Market, so if you missed her, be sure to check out her website or email her.

Vendor Spotlight: Team Miller's Homestead Produce

Team Miller

This is Team Miller's second year to sell at the market, and you probably recognize Wendy, Jessica, Katheryn, Richard, and Casey by now. The kids are a great addition to the market and have done a lot of work to expand their products. They specialize in freshly baked breads and cookies but also sell produce such as asparagus, strawberries, tomatoes, and peppers. They also keep bees and sell local honey. Katheryn makes soaps and jewelry, and they often feature items such as painted rocks and plants.

They choose to come to the market almost every Saturday, and it's been a great way to teach the kids responsibility, discipline, forethought, and perserverence. Wendy homeschools the kids, and she never misses a good opportunity to throw in some entrepreneurship. Plus, you can't miss out on the friendly atmosphere at our market!

In the words of Wendy,  the most rewarding part of the market is "getting to know the other vendors. They are incredible people!" Recipes have been swapped, and the Millers have learned a good deal about various skills just by chatting with other vendors and visitors to the market. It really shows their diligence since many vendors are just dog-tired at the end of the market season. There's so much to keep up with, and the Millers are involved in 4-H, the Jefferson County Beekeepers Association, and volunteer work with Meals on Wheels. It's amazing the things that the Millers get done, and they still do a great job of returning each week with a smile and good food.

If you'd like to find out more about the Millers, drop by the market this weekend. If that won't work for you, or if you have a specific request for a product, please feel free to drop them an email: JessexCrew@aol.com.

Vendor Spotlight

For this edition of Vendor Spotlight, we'd like to focus on Grandma MB's Baked Goods. She's a delightful cook, a fabulous dresser, and her apron it simply too cute! You might know her as Mary Chipps, the lady who bakes wonderful breads, pies, cookies, and cakes, but what else do you know about her?

Mary sells at the De Soto Farmers' Market because she thinks it is important to support local farmers and artisans. Although she's a first-year vendor at the Market, her goals are similar to those of other vendors: make a little money and learn about what works and what doesn't. Her biggest challenge is making enough product to keep her customers happy.

She sells at the Crystal City Farmers' Market on Wednesday evenings, as well as her booth at our market on Saturdays. Like so many customers and vendors, Mary likes the atmosphere of the Market; getting to know return customers and what they like, meeting vendors who have unique and interesting backgrounds, and basically visiting with so many good folks! It's what makes the De Soto Farmers' Market such a rewarding experience, and we're happy that Grandma MB's Baked Goods is a part of it.

Vendor Spotlight for Saturday, 8/29

Name and Business –
Joyce McCartney - Homemade Quilts

Vendor Spotlight for Saturday, 8/22

Name and Business – Lisa Lindley
Pampering by Lisa




Contact info: llindley2@juno.com
Website: www.thedoghouse.freehosting.net

Who are you? What do you sell? How and why did you get started?

I am a 21 yrs experienced MO licensed cosmetologist. I make housecalls for haircuts, perms, hair services, manicures, pedicures, facials, I service individuals, groups, adults, children, and inbound, disabled & elderly. I also make & sell homemade face & body scrub, oatmeal honey lip balm, dry shampoo for hair, kids bath gel & soaps, dog & cat shampoo’s dog & cat treats. And I am going to try some horse treats.

What do you like about selling at Farmers’ Markets?
Meeting new people and having people appreciate our items, chance to help our family,and be of service to others.

August 8th Vendor Spotlight!

Vendor Spotlight Information Sheet

Name and Business –

 

SUSAN GILBERT

PRIMROSE HERBS & GIFTS

Contact info:  website:  WWW.primroseherbs.com

Email:  SUSANBUDD@YAHOO.COM

Who are you? What do you sell? How and why did you get started? 

SINCE 1994--- I am a Herbalist.  I sell medicinal herbs, hand made lye soap, handmade craft products & etc.  I have been involved in “homemade” “Natural” “re-use” “recycle” all my life,  why?  Why not!!!!

What do you like about selling at Farmers’ Markets? 

 

Customers & vendors who like the same things I like.

Vendor Spotlight for August 1st!

Vendor Spotlight Information Sheet
Name and Business –  Marsha Foster - Frogs Hair Baskets

Who are you? What do you sell? How and why did you get started?

Marsha Foster, a basket weaver and weaving teacher, has turned her
hobby into an opportunity to raise money for local charities. Marsha
makes all types of baskets – reed, waxed linen, ash, oak (depending on
availability) - as well as furniture. Marsha’s father was a weaver and
while he did not teach her to weave she does use his tools when
weaving.

What do you like about selling at Farmers’ Markets?

I like meeting and greeting the shoppers. It is also an opportunity to
talk about the history of weaving. And at the end of the day, if any
baskets have been sold, the money I make from the sales is used to
help others.

Vendor Spotlight ! Team Miller Homestead Produce

Team Miller Homestead Produce

Wendy Miller and family

Contact info:   JessexCrew@aol.com

Who are you? What do you sell? How and why did you get started? 

We are a home schooled family of six, who are hoping to use the market as a venue for learning about setting goals, perseverance, public speaking, management. & organization.   We sell bread, honey, cookies, soap, jewelry, garden produce.  Our children each have specific areas of responsibility & management, the market gives them the opportunity to experiment & experience the result of their management decisions in regards to these areas.

What do you like about selling at Farmers’ Markets? 

 

We have met many wonderful people through participating in the market.  It really generates a feeling of community.