Merchants & Artisans I
The Cranky Mandrake
Handcraft artisans specializing in deep woodlands found-item art. Hand-bound books of bark, moss, and shell; delicate arrangements of the same, under glass; and crochet, oils, and trinkets.
Simply Nixe
Simply Nixe makes array of copper wire wrapped natural stone jewelry, wire tree sculptures, wire crowns. Also, macramé decorations, macramé bottle holders, intention candles, and other artwork.
King's Carvings
Half Horns Trade Post
King's Carvings offers a wide variety of useful and decorative handcrafted wood. Hewn with hammer and chisel, then painted with stain, everything from furniture to painted shields, to wall tableaus and D&D accessories. Also taking custom orders, he can be often seen working on current projects at fairs.
Half Horns Trade Post
Half Horns Trade Post
This Viking age inspired bazaar peddles fur cloaks, whimsical crochet, fierce Norse and pirate paintings, and artistic compositions of bone... One might even call it a post-decomposition composition!
Red Witch Crochet Creations
The Red Witch offers many unique and imaginative wearables both large and small to add that flair to an outfit. From scarves, hats, and gloves, to dice bags, stuffed animals, and blankets, the Red Witch will make sure you leave prepared... because winter is coming.
Aly Kay's Art
Large and small acrylic works on canvas of Viking and pirate ships, each ominous, mysterious, and strangely calming. Aly also loves working on custom pieces.
Dead on Target Armory
Swords, and daggers, and dirks, oh my! Also offering corsets and clothing, jewelry and fantasy figurines, patrons leave well dressed and well armed.
Somerled Traders
A Viking inspired shop that offers drinking horns - some with carvings, leather, or insets - jewelry, and runes.
North Woods Warpaint Post
North Woods Warpaint Post
A professional makeup artist gone rogue, transforming kids and adults alike into mighty warriors and spectacularly fearsome groups. She can be found with the Olskipan Vikings by the Small Sea.
Merchants & Artisans II
Dwarven Workshop
Custom woodwork that fits any situation. Bottle openers, coasters, cutting boards, bowls, tables, and dice boxes.
Iowa Henna by Divya
Since 1997, Divya has practiced the ancient Mehndi Art from India, creating custom temporary tattoos with the natural ink, Henna. Small to large, traditional to modern, Divya can replicate your favorite characters or patterns on any public-appropriate place. Show off your art for a week or more!
Crafter's Showroom
Spinning art from the air like a magical web, Crafter's Showroom hosts a horde of articulating mythical creatures in an array of colors. All of their critters (real and imagined), gaming accessories, dice towers, fidgets, keychains, custom designs, et cetera is structurally engineered from sturdy recyclable plastic thread.
Chestnut Hill Pottery
Stoneware pottery made by the talented Linda Ross. Made by hand as well as wheel thrown, she has everything you might need for home and garden. Also sharing her booth is a lovely lady who crochets from wool she sheers and dyes.
Primal Imperfections
Primal Imperfections
Ragnar Sharpe hand crafts all of his blades and hilts, utilizing stone and bone to create something perfect for you.
Ursa Arms
Primal Imperfections
Ursa Arms, a small gunsmithing business specializing in historical percussion cap firearms and reproductions. Their background in historical civil war living history and re-enactments inspired me to create this business to preserve and pass on the history of the civil war through the firearms, knives, and equipment used.
Project Cuts and Burns
Project Cuts and Burns
Project Cuts and Burns
When it comes to laser engravings and painted wood, Project Cuts and Burns cuts to the chase. From spiritual, seasonal, to fun puns, and one of a kind pieces there's certainly something there for everyone.
Merchants & Artisans III
Tarot by Crystal
Meyer's Magical Market
Meyer's Magical Market
Self-described Witchy Stuff (or something along those lines!) includes but is not limited to oils,
herbal concoctions, and handmade rune stones.
Meyer's Magical Market
Meyer's Magical Market
Meyer's Magical Market
Browse battle-ready armor, blades both real for adults and sturdy play foam for adults and children alike, and lovely ceramic and metal statues and trinkets. Also grab a tapestry for your bed, couch, or wall.
Prados Trading Post
Meyer's Magical Market
Prados Trading Post
Specializing in fur hats, this hunter sources, crafts, and adorns his creations each by hand. Winter is coming. Prepare like the wild things and grow a fur coat.
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Yes, you can!
Use our contact form on our "Volunteer & Audition" page to receive assistance in planning how to set up your own shop.
If your crafty passion can fit the Renaissance Era, you can go pro! There is no cost to submit the application. All you need is a hearty craft room & a magical handheld rectangle that conveys images across long distances... like a foretune-teller's crystal ball. Still glassy, less roundy.
Make and sell anything your hands and heart desire!
Cloaks, Hats Boots, Quilts Gloves, Spats, Etc.
Requesting Vendors for these categories above ! ! !
It might get cold out there. Even, God willing, with a sunny weekend, we all know "Winter Is Coming." A brisk-weather fair can see every cloak vendor completely sell out, so get sewing!
Try your hand at bending custom hats for the gentry to find out why he's called The Mad Hatter, or add custom flto resale gloves, boots, and spats.
Iowa is known for her quilt-makers. Lovely geometry and color splashes well across the shoulders on a fair day, as well as over beds, couches, and cuddlers at home.
Pop-up Tent conversion into Renaissance Tent & Table Cover-Ups
Requesting Vendors for these categories above ! ! !
Are your sewing skills still growing? If you can measure, cut, and sew triangles and squares together like a little cloth architect, then we have a high-demand place for you, too!
Many merchants would love a motley tent roof with a scalloped rim or dangling points. Others need the metal frame covered by a simple ceiling with ties. Simple sleeves or elegant curtaining for the tent legs are a welcome addition.
Refunded if We Decline You: Money Order or (+$5)Paypal/Venmo
Payment Instructions
Mail your booth size's money order to:
3265 Old Quarry Road Wever, IA 52658
OR (+$5) Venmo @TheDIRF or PayPal denreniowa@gmail.com, to which you can also write for questions.
Sponsors of the DIRF & DIRF Giving Back to the Community
10% of Ticket Sales goes to Burlington Area Homeless Shelter
