Craftspeople & Artists

Artist Barre Pinske began working on a wood lathe with his grandfather at age 6 in rural Minnesota. He is a pioneer in the art of chainsaw carving. Pinske had a carved bear and eagle gifted to the Russians by the U.S. Pentagon under Pres. Ronald Reagan during the nuclear disarmament talks. He has been extensively collected by Steven Tyler, and all Aerosmith members have his work. His sculpture "Man and his Music" is the entrance of Prince's Paisley Park Museum in Chanhassen, MN.
Pinske is well known for his folk art chainsaw carvings, including widely collected wooden bears. He also creates abstract art, unique furniture, paintings, and casts wood in epoxy and resin creating countertops, bowls and tables. Barre has been featured on CNN Headline News, as well as in USA Today Weekend, The Wall Street Journal, The Boston Globe, and The Boston Herald. Many early pieces are turning up at auction houses and are becoming collectibles.

Finely handcrafted Windsor chairs, tables & cupboards.


Windsor chairs and other furniture handmade, one at a time, for over 20 years.
Each piece is custom made to order and may be produced in various milk paint finishes. This gallery is just a small sampling of the products. Please contact Conrad for more details.
Classes in Windsor chairmaking also are available.

Handcrafted home furnishings, jewelry, art.

From a single element to an entire house; DaVallia Art & Accents is a premiere destination for creating the artful home. Artisan-owned, DaVallia carries work by American and Vermont artists and craftsmen, some made exclusively for the shop. We guarantee you'll see and admire work you'll find nowhere else.

Located in the heart of the Green Mountains, Fiddlehead Studio is surrounded by inspiration. Working primarily in sterling silver, Jessie Alon's color palette is derived from the natural settings around her. The uniqueness of nature is an attribute that can be seen in her jewelry. With an array of recycled materials, she strives to create beautiful jewelry that has a minimal impact on the environment. Fiddlehead Studio's showroom and studio is located at DaVallia on the Green in Chester.

Log Cabin Quilting offers Long Arm machine quilting, quilting fabrics, notions and bags. We also sell quilts and offer quilting classes.

Mountain Man Marketplace is an open-air market featuring small buildings in a village-like atmosphere. Handcrafted silver jewelry, soft-serve ice cream and other delights, and grilled food and lobster rolls are among the offerings.

The Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts is owned and operated by the Society of Vermont Artists and Craftsmen, Inc., a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. It is the oldest residential arts and crafts school in Vermont. The Fletcher farm was originally settled in 1783 by Jesse Fletcher and remained in the Fletcher family until it was given to the non-profit Fletcher Farm Foundation, Inc., in 1933. One condition of the bequest was that the Foundation devote part of the property to be used for educational purposes for the inhabitants of Ludlow and Cavendish. In 1947, the Foundation granted use of the farm to the Society of Vermont Artists and Craftsmen, Inc. The Society’s agreement with the Foundation included two primary missions: to establish a permanent arts and crafts school, and to help members find markets for their work. Since its inception in 1947, the Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts has offered thousands of classes in traditional and emerging arts and crafts, many led by world-class instructors.

Vermont Stoneworks are handcrafted gifts made of stone by craftsman Paul Thomas, including etched coasters and personalized stone pieces. Paul can also make, cut and install your marble, granite and soapstone countertops.