Wednesday, April 27, 2022

2022 Market season starts!


 Finally!  After a long winter, 2022 market season has started!  I have a few new line of items this year.  Picture shows my tea bowls.  I give a special love while I glaze them, so each piece is unique.  They are used in Japanese tea ceremonies, but you can also use them in any way you desire :-)

I will be at Beaverton Farmers Market on Saturdays (May 7, 14, 21, and 28th), and at Orenco Farmers Market on Sundays (April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29th).  

Friday, November 26, 2021

Vancouver Fall Market

 

Come by for an awesome holiday shopping opportunity!  I will have my booth at Vancouver Fall Market in Downtown Vancouver, WA, on November 27th, December 4th, 11th and 18th!  Outdoor market can be cold and wet in this time of the year, but it will be safer for customers and vendors during this difficult pandemic. On top of  farmer's market staples, like veggies and hot food, there are jewelry makers, wood workers, bakes, painters, and more!  Starting at 9am, closes at 2pm :-)

Saturday, June 19, 2021

Belated... June Market Schedule


 June is already half way over... but here is my schedule!

Saturdays - Art Market at Beaverton Farmers Market ( 9am to 1:30pm)

Sundays - Orenco Farmers Market by New Seasons (10 am to 2pm )

Picture shows one of my new items of the year, Kusamono Pots!  They can be used for air plants, growing moss, or small Bonsai.  Different ones will be available, depending on what I want to make that week :-)

Sunday, April 11, 2021

2021 market season starts soon!

 

2021 market season is starting soon!  My first one is on Sunday, April 25th, at Orenco Farmers Market.  I have a few new items in my inventory.  The pic shows Coffee Dripper/ Pour Over.  I am making them in different shapes and sizes.  They will make a great gift for coffee lovers :-)

Market managers and vendors are trying to provide safe shopping environment for everyone.  I will have hand sanitizers and plastic gloves available for customers.  Please follow the market COVID regulations and wear a mask when entering the market.  I am looking forward to seeing everyone!

Here is my April/May schedule:

Sundays, April 25th & May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30th - Orenco Farmers Market, 10am to 2pm

Saturdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th - Art Market by Beaverton Farmers Market, 9am to 1:30pm


Friday, December 4, 2020

One more opportunity for Christmas shopping in Vancouver!

 I had signed up for Vancouver Fall Market for the rest of the season.  It is located at 8th & Esther in Downtown Vancouver, from 9am to 2pm.  There will be three more Saturdays left ( December 5, 12, and 19th).  All the indoor holidays shows are canceled this year..., but I am so happy that Vancouver Farmers Market was able to provide the opportunity for customers to finish up Christmas shopping safely outdoor.  Vendors are placed with plenty of social distancing :-)  See you there!



Saturday, November 21, 2020

This holiday season...

 This is going to be a very different holiday season for many of us.  All the holiday bazaar/markets are canceled this year due to COVID.  It is sad... but it is more important for us to stay safe and get through this difficult time for the better outcome next year.  

I am still making pottery!  There are two ways for customers to purchase my pieces.

Some of my items (bigger items) are available on my Etsy shop at:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TohkiyaPottery

Also, for the local customers, I have a small shop set up in my studio (aka garage), and you can see my items in person (by appointment only).  Please send me messages on Etsy, or email me at: mami_yamada@hotmail.com, to make an appointment.  Only serious inquiry, please.

I also make these Star Wars guys :-)  If you are interested in purchasing them, please let me know in advance, so I can start making them.  They sell out quickly.  
Please stay safe and take care.    Air hugs


Saturday, October 17, 2020

October market schedule

 Here is my market schedule for October:

Saturdays - Art Court at Beaverton Farmers Market (9am to 1:30pm)

Sundays - Orenco Farmers Market (10am to 2pm)

My last market for this season will be on November 1st, at Orenco Farmers Market.  It will be Harvest Fest!  There will be lots of fun activities like...

Vendor Booth Decoration Contest👻

Costume Contest for everyone👹

Scavenger Hunt😃

I am planning to dress up in costume and decorate my booth.  Come by and join the fun!





Friday, September 4, 2020

September Market Schedule

 Here is my September schedule.  I'm excited to be back to Art Court in Beaverton finally!  I will be there every Saturday, and I will be at Orenco Market on every other Sundays.

September 5th, Saturday - Art Court (by Beaverton Farmers Market), 8am - 1pm

September 6th, Sunday - Orenco Farmers Market ( New Seasons parking), 10am - 2pm

September 12th, Saturday - Art Court (by Beaverton Farmers Market), 8am - 1pm

September 19th, Saturday - Art Court (by Beaverton Farmers Market), 8am - 1pm

September 20th, Sunday - Orenco Farmers Market ( New Seasons parking), 10am - 2pm

September 26th, Saturday - Art Court (by Beaverton Farmers Market), 8am - 1pm

These are my spoon rest :-)  Pick out your favorite color!  See you at the market.


Thursday, August 13, 2020

Market schedule for the rest of August

It has been a very strange year for everyone, but it seems like things are "trying" to go back to normal.  I am now back at Orenco Farmers Market on some Sundays :-)  So glad to be back to the market that I always enjoyed.  Following is my schedule for the rest of August:

Saturday, August 15th - Hillsboro Downtown Farmers Market, 155 N 1st Ave, Hillsboro ( 9am -1pm)

Sunday, August 16th - Orenco Farmers Market, at New Seasons Parking lot, (10am - 2pm)

Saturday, August 22nd - Hillsboro Downtown Farmes Market

Sunday, August 23rd - Orenco Farmers Market

Saturday, August 29th - Hillsboro Downtown Farmers Market

There are so much yummy looking Oregon berries at the market, and my berry bowls have been pretty popular :-)



Saturday, June 6, 2020

Market Season starts... Finally!


Finally, I am starting to show at the local markets!  Very happy to be out and see my vendor friends and wonderful customers!  Here is my June schedule:
June 6, 13, and 20th - Hillsboro Downtown Farmers Market ( 9am to 1pm)
155 N 1st Ave, Hillsboro, OR, at a parking lot near Public Service Building

To minimize in-person cash exchange and credit card transaction, you can pre-order/pre-pay using an app, WhatsGood.  You can sign up at: http://sourcewhatsgood.com.  You can see awesome products from other vendors, too.  
If using this app is not your thing, you can still shop like usual.  I have hand sanitizer and/or disposable gloves at my booth, if you like.  

It is a challenging time for everyone, and safety is the number one priority.  Our market manager has been working hard to create safe environment for everyone.  There is more space between each booth, and vendors wear face masks.  I won't be able to shake hands but I would be smiling under my face mask :-)  Hope to see you there!

Friday, May 15, 2020

Staying home for now... Preparing for 2020 Market season




Just like many of us, I have been staying home this spring.  Both markets I participate ( Beaverton Art Court and Orenco Farmers Market) only have vendors who sell essential items at this point.  They are hoping to welcome art and craft vendors soon.  Meanwhile, I am building up my inventory :-)  Hopefully, I can see my market friends later this summer.
If you are looking for gift for someone, and would like to see my pottery, some pieces are available on my online Etsy shop:  www.etsy.com/shop/tohkiyapottery.
Or, email me at mami_yamada@hotmail.com, if you like to purchase pieces at my studio.
Looking forward to being at markets soon!  Please be safe out there!

Monday, December 2, 2019

Farmington Gardens Holiday Market


This is my last event of the year!  Farmington Gardens Holiday Market will be held on December 7th and 14th, from 10am to 3pm.  Located at: 21815 SW Farmington Rd. Beaverton, OR 97007.  They have wonderful wreath & centerpiece workshops, too!  

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Vancouver Holiday Market

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Friday, November 29th, 3-8pm
Saturday, November 30th, 9am -5pm
Sunday, December 1st, 10am -4pm

This is a great holiday market with so many wonderful vendors!  Come and start your holiday shopping here!  I will be there all three days.

Thursday, November 7, 2019

Local Artisans' Fine Art & Craft Show

A new flyer arrived from the Unitarian Universalist Community Church.  It is cozy and wonderful local craft show.  Looking forward to be there!

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Holiday season is here!!

2019 Holiday season is here, and I am excited to bring my pots to these shows!

-November 9 and 10th, Saturday and Sunday, 9am -3pm
Christmas Bazaar to benefit the Hillsboro Elks Lodge #1862

-November 17th, Sunday, 11am-2pm
Unitarian Universalist Community Church (22785 NW Birch St, Hillsboro, OR 97124)

-November 29th, Friday, 3-8pm
November 30th, Saturday, 9am-5pm
December 1st, Sunday, 10am-4pm
Vancouver Holiday Market ( Vancouver Hilton Hotel: 301 W 6th St, Vancouver WA 98660)

-December 7 and 14th, Saturdays
Farmington Gardens Holiday Market (21815 SW Farmington Rd, Beaverton, OR 97007)

The picture shows my new item.  I call them "salt gnome", aka salt pig or salt celler.  It is a popular item for foodies who enjoy cooking.  I will have them in fun different colors :-)

Friday, October 4, 2019

OrenkoFest is here!!!


OrenkoFest is tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 5th, from 12-7pm.  It is such a fun event right by the Orenco Max station.  Great music, food, and awesome arts & crafts!  Beer stein holding contest is a must see!  I will be there with lots of items perfect for early holiday shoppers.  See you there!

Sunday, September 8, 2019

2019 Market Season... almost over!

I am terrible about keeping up with this blog...  It's been a great summer, and I just did not get around to update my posts...  and 2019 Market season is almost over.  I will be at the market on the following dates:

Saturdays, September 14, 28th - Art Court by Beaverton Farmers Market ( 8am to 1:30pm )
Sunday, September 15, 22, 29th - Orenco Farmers Market ( 10am to 2pm)

I will be posting the dates for my holiday shows soon.  Yes, I will...

Tuesday, November 27, 2018

December events

I will be participating in two events in December:
Hillsboro Holly Days Saturday, December 1, 2018
2:00-6:00 pm
Civic Center Plaza,
Downtown Hillsboro
Support Local Businesses
• More than 40 artisan booths
• 25 retail stores within two blocks
• Many indoor dining options nearby
Tree Lighting at 5:30 pm
Countdown with Mayor Callaway
and his surprise guest.
Enjoy Entertainment
Performers and activities for all ages



Farmington Gardens Holiday Market
My partner will be helping my booth on the 1st, and I will be there on the 8th. 

Both events are a lot of fun and perfect for holiday gift shopping! 

Thursday, November 22, 2018

Vcancouver Holiday Market

Now that we have eaten all the turkey we could take, it's time to get ready for Christmas!  I am participating at Vancouver Holiday Market.  This is one of my favorite markets with wonderful vendors, inside of Hilton Hotel in the heart of Downtown Vancouver.  One stop shopping for unique gifts!

November 23, 2018 (Friday) - November 25, 2018 (Sunday)

Location:

Hilton Hotel
301 W 6th St
Vancouver WA 98660

Contact information:

360-737-8298

Holiday Market
(360K)
Friday 3pm–8pm, Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 10am–4pm

Arts • Crafts • Jewelry • Gifts • Treats

Tuesday, October 2, 2018

OrenKofest - Saturday, Oct 6th

 I will be participation at OrenKofest on Saturday, October 6th, 12-9pm.  There will be lots of arts and craft, food, AND beer vendors!  It will be held at Orenco Station Loop, and it is easy access by cars or Max.  It will be a fun all day event! 
www.orenkofest.com