Makers Were the Stars of the Show at High Point Market

In the past few seasons, High Point Market has been introducing show spaces for curated groups of smaller brands, makers, artists and craftsmen.

Two spaces in particular, Shoppe Object, in the historic Market Square and then a newly renovated (also historic) building, 313 Space, just opened last fall.

I loved getting to visit them this spring and I’m ready to share what I found.

Shoppe Object

Shoppe Object is a home and gift show based in NYC, now brought to High Point Market. It is a “curated roster of visionary brands and makers in an elevated setting.”

I concur, it was all that and more. Perhaps they should add “a therapeutic environment of creativity and discovery”, as I felt rejuvenated just walking through!

One vendor made these obelisks and other similar items made out of tree bark from the Appalachia mountains, complete with moss and mushrooms.

The Seagrove Shoppe is a collection of potters from the Appalachia region. This area has been known for handmade ceramics for a long time, but here, at the High Point show in this region, there has not been representation. With the Seagrove Shoppe, they showed their pottery here at High Point Market in the Shoppe Object space.

I loved getting to see their work.

This fabric and wallpaper line has loads of color and pattern to brighten up any interior.

Exquisite blown glass from Austria.

This company, below, Avenida Home, is from Sweden. I was so excited to see these products, pretty melamine trays, colorful tablecloths, placemats and other table goods.

When I lived in Norway, I bought several printed melamine trays like this. It was a very common household item for holding things like bottles and jars in the bathroom, your glasses and rings by the bed, condiments in the kitchen, your keys by the front door, etc. They were colorful, pretty, good for everything and never wore out. I literally still have mine and they were bought in the 90’s!

Go check them out! Their patterns and prints are so fun and happy. :-)

313 Space

313 Space is “a curated group of 60+ designers and brands coming together in a community with a shared ethos.” The building is so special, it exudes creativity, history and charm.

A blurry view looking into the atrium of 313 Space. You get the vibe though, right?

I became aware of this brand, Roberta Schilling, from Brazil a few years ago, discovering it upstairs in the big IHFC building. I wrote about their furniture and art pieces in this post. Believe me, the 313 Space is a much better venue for showing their products and appreciating the artistry of their pieces.

Incredible rainforest art with a unique leather bench.

This amazing piece is from PET Lamp. They upcycle plastic water bottles to make stunning woven light fixtures.

They have other round single shapes and colors, but this one above, was in the back over a large table.

This fixture comes from Ghana, where in some villages they build their rooms in round shapes and add on to them as time goes on. They end up creating this organic group of circles that makes for an interesting pattern when seen from above.

This company takes arial photos of some of these dwellings and each round circle is woven by the people that live in the corresponding hut. It is then all woven together to match the pattern of the whole. It is truly remarkable.

Another very cool vendor whose products completely drew me in to their space was PRB Collection. To say this collection of quality vintage furnishings were well curated is an understatement. Every single piece was unique and amazing.

Beautiful small-batch wallcoverings from Niki Wadlington.

Nordikka Collective - Modern Scandinavian Design

This booth was letting visitors block print some cloth napkins to take home. They have beautiful wallpapers, murals and even tile. Lonesome Pictopia, from Oregon.

Sarza - Beautiful home goods from South Africa.

Unique, modern rugs from Nanimarquina.

313 Space was full of interesting vendors and makers, I could have spent the whole day there. The bottom floor is filled with antiques and found objects from Schwung Home. I always love checking out their showroom.

Read more about my High Point Market Spring 2025 visit below.

This blogpost was thoughtfully written by me, Carla Aston, and not by AI, ghostwriters, or guest posters.