Maker Faire Yearbook 2025

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Epsilon Arts

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Gabrielle Dace

Home: Pennsylvania, United States of America

I create art that celebrates LGBTQIA+ pride and sparks dialogue on social and political issues through bold keychains, prints, stickers, and jewelry. My designs are fun, fierce, and unapologetically queer. At events, I bring my bearded dragons to educate people on proper reptile care—encouraging thoughtful pet ownership and raising awareness about the harms of impulse buying from big box retailers. Art meets advocacy here—and everyone, scales and all, is welcome. www.EpsilonArts.art

Art of Hennas

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Art of Hennas

Home: Virginia, United States of America

Art of Hennas provides on-site organic henna body art services and sell henna inspired, one-of-a-kind, hand designed canvas artwork and designed purses that infuses the intricacy of henna art (found in multiple cultures) into modern versions of art.

Exploration Commons at 50 East

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Carroll County Public Library

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Carroll County Public Library's Exploration Commons at 50 East is located in Westminster, Maryland. The space features a makerspace with a variety of equipment, including laser cutters, 3D printers, sewing machines, and more! Laptops with Autodesk and Adobe software are available to library customers for in-space use. Staff offer 4-5 classes per week on a variety of makerspace-specific topics, focusing on educating customers on the use of our software and equipment, as well as showcasing more advanced project ideas. Our programming is targeted to adults through upper middle school ages. Exploration Commons is also home to a commercial teaching kitchen that offers multiple classes each week and meeting room facilities.

e-NABLE D.C.

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: e-NABLE D.C.

Home: Maryland, United States of America

e-NABLE is a global volunteer network that uses 3D printing and design to create free upper limb prosthetics for those in need, focusing on underserved populations. e-NABLE D.C., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, represents the D.C.-Maryland-Virginia (DMV) chapter and also provides other 3D-printed assistive devices like face shields, ear savers, and braille tools. The chapter hosts and participates in educational events to promote 3D printing, prosthetic design, volunteering, and STEM learning within the community.

Three Littles Design Co.

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Heather Greer-Bishop

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Three Littles Design Co. is a small, handmade business creating fun and unique accessories from wood, leather, and acrylic. From earrings and hair clips to magnets and stickers, each piece is designed to add a pop of personality to your everyday style. Exclusively at Maker Faire: our Build Your Own Earring Bar—where you can mix, match, and create earrings as unique as you are!

Sunken Moon Studios

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Shelley Grove

Home: Virginia, United States of America

Create block prints from existing hand carved block print art, stamp them on thrifted paper or clothing at our one of a kind, unique block printing experience.

Crazy Diamond Glass

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Crazy Diamond Glass

Home: Delaware, United States of America

Corey Sadlier (Crazy Diamond Glass) is a scientific and artistic glassblower from Howard County, MD. He has been melting since 2015 and received his degree in Scientific Glass Technology from Salem Community College (New Jersey) in 2018. He enjoys creating unique glass items that serve a purpose. Corey will be displaying his craft at the Maker Faire - creating spinning tops and glass bottle dragons, which will be available to purchase.

Solar Generator

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Unallocated Space

Home: Maryland, United States of America

I made a Solar Generator at Unallocated Maker Space. It’s a portable device that can supply 120 AC power in remote locations and or in times of Emergencies. I would like to demonstrate my project. I have no commercial interest. The system breaks down into two suitcases and a bag full of cables plus solar panels. I have spare parts and diagnostic equipment from the generator's creation to use as props for the demo along with photos of the process. (Sustainability & Green Tech) The solar generator is made with reclaimed LiFePo Cells. The cells were harvested from old packs tested for charge and discharge characteristics then rebuilt into differently configured packs. (Design and Fabrication) Raw PCBs were made from files and I populated the board by hand.

Build & Launch a Rocket — Discover 3D Printing with Terrapin Works

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Terrapin Works - UMD Engineering Makerspace

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Join Terrapin Works – UMD’s Engineering MakerspaceBuild and launch your own 3D-printed rocket!Explore the world of 3D printing and learn about the cutting-edge prototyping services we provide to the campus and local community. Rocket supplies are limited — stop by while they last!

Maryland Sidewalk Adventures: Creative Play & Celebration for All

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Emily Martins

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Maryland Sidewalk Adventures transforms sidewalks and public spaces into vibrant, interactive play areas that spark imagination, movement, and connection for children of all abilities. From colorful hopscotch games to sensory trails, each hand-painted design promotes inclusive, screen-free fun and community connection. In addition to sidewalk art, I also create custom banners for all occasions—from birthdays to graduations and everything in between. At Maker Faire, I’ll showcase samples of my sidewalk art and banners, offer a hands-on mini painting station where kids can design their own game square or banner piece, and share how these playful and personalized projects bring joy to families and neighborhoods alike.

Pinwheel Clay earring making – make your own hoops

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Pinwheel Clay

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Pinwheel Clay is a small, women-of-color owned business that handcrafts small batches of polymer clay jewelry that offers unique, colorful, and playful designs. We believe that jewelry can impact a person’s self-confidence by wearing jewelry that brings them happiness and joy. This is aligned with the logo of the company (pinwheel) which is symbolic of optimism. We will be providing a build your own earring bar.

Create-Your-Own Dog Swag!

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Hounds Town Columbia

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Unleash your creativity at our booth with a fun hands-on craft activity! Decorate a stylish bandana for your pup using colorful markers and dog-themed stamps, then design your very own dog magnet to take home or gift to a fellow dog lover. All supplies are provided — just bring your imagination (and maybe a picture of your pup for inspiration)! Perfect for all ages.

Starships in Bottles

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Chris Carpenter

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Starships in a Bottle, a fresh take on an old idea. Come learn about Starships in Bottles and more about the process of creating miniature scenes featuring your favorite starships in a glass bottle. Learn about diorama creation, glass cutting, painting and creative design in a small place. All of which are combined to create the mixed media are pieces that are Starships in Bottles.

the letters mdn

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Megan Kikola

Home: Maryland, United States of America

The letters mdn is a paper goods and home decor brand celebrating all things Maryland and floral. With a love for hand lettering, local pride, florals, and thoughtful design, the letters mdn creates products that help people feel connected to where they’re from—or where they feel most at home. Every piece is inspired by society quirkiness, and culture of the Old Line State. From hand-lettered wall art to greeting cards, tea towels, and stickers, the letters mdn brings a modern, personal touch to Maryland and floral designs. Whether it’s a crab, a black-eyed Susan, a local saying, or a map of your favorite town, our work blends local love with heartfelt style.

Maryland Area Combat Robotics Organization (MACRO)

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Maryland Area Combat Robotics Organization (MACRO)

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Maryland Area Combat Robotics Organization (MACRO) is a 501c3 organization which promotes STEM through combat robotics. MACRO members leverage the readily available and inexpensive 3d printers to create the robots, and compete at events. This competition coupled with iterative design helps people, young and old, to understand and appreciate the information being disseminated in STEM programs. Stop by our booth, talk to the members and staff, and even drive a robot against your friends.

Minmin handmade

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Misny Liu

Handmade jewelry with vintage beads and stones

LEGO Fan Display featuring Charm City LUG and BioniLUG

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Charm City LUG

Home: Pennsylvania, United States of America

Charm City LUG is local to the greater Baltimore area and includes all kinds of adult LEGO fans. BioniLUG (the Bionicle LEGO User Group) displays a wide variety of LEGO models, generally based on or incorporating parts from the Bionicle theme. Check out our original creations and visit our play area to build some of your own!

Pink Rat Prints

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Mia Bezos

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Hey there! My name is Mia. I am an independent small artist and Professional Dabbler of the Fine Arts. Pink Rat Prints is the business I created as a reflection of my love for Baltimore and all different forms of media. I sell hand printed linocuts, archival artist prints, risos, stickers, and most recently, fun-sized ceramics! If you want to hear about the different techniques I use to create my work as a multimedia artist or why I love the Baltimore rats enough to put them on a print, come visit Pink Rat Prints!

Let’s Exfoliate with Sugar!

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Richelle Johnson

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Join Queen's Temple Handmade for an interactive session making your own custom Sugar Scrub. Each participant will be guided by Richelle Johnson, Founder/Owner/Artisan of Queen's Temple Handmade as she breaks down the ingredients of a sugar scrub, how to combine ingredients and how to use their 2 oz jar to exfoliate at home.

Modern Touch/Texture Duality

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: BlenGdesign

Home: Maryland, United States of America

My body of work is evenly divided between digital and traditional mediums. Half of my creations begin as illustrations drawn on Procreate on the iPad, which are then professionally printed, framed or matted, and also reproduced as magnets and greeting cards. The other half consists of original, tactile pieces crafted with molding paste and acrylic paint, offering rich texture and dimensional depth. This dual approach reflects my passion for blending modern digital tools with hands-on techniques, allowing me to explore visual storytelling across a variety of forms and surfaces.

Twisted Ivy

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Annakate McDonough

Home: Maryland, United States of America

Capture Earth’s Beauty with Twisted Ivy Jewelry and Gifts! Twisted Ivy’s nature inspired gemstone jewelry is meticulously handcrafted to create stunning, unique pieces that last forever. No two are the same! Not just for jewelry lovers, I also make stunning gemstone bonsais and enchanting tree-of-life crystal suncatchers to brighten up any space. Stop by and get a custom gemstone ring wrapped for you while you shop!

Crafts by Fredi

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Fredi Fitzgerald

Home: Maryland, United States of America

We specialize in unique hand strung beaded jewelry and decorations!

DarkAcid 3D Designs LLC

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Robert Zakrzewski

Home: Maryland, United States of America

DarkAcid 3D Designs LLC specializes in bringing imagination to life with custom-designed dragons, adorable flexi animals, iconic pop culture figures, and unique pieces of 3D art. Each print is crafted with attention to detail, vibrant color, and smooth functionality, whether it's a posable creature or a collectible display item. From fantasy lovers to fans of movies, games, and comics, there's something for everyone in our growing collection. Using high-quality materials and innovative designs, we turn digital creations into tangible treasures.

A.L.S.O. Pretty in Paint LLC

Faire: Downtown Columbia

Maker: Anastasia O’Neal

Home: District of Columbia, United States of America

Alcohol ink works like water colors where one will use isopropyl alcohol, 91%-99%, to dilute the color and then use a heat tool to create the marbling. More iso, the color can be soft and whisky, less iso and the color is more concentrated and bold. The colors can blend easily with one another, but color theory is a must. Alcohol ink can be used on any slick surface, but also on fabrics like silk or cotton.

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