Maker Faire NW Arkansas 2025

Idealternative

Home: Arkansas, United States of America

Idealternative is all about taking an idea and running with it, no matter how many alternative paths it may take to get there. There is no shame in a prototype; I hope you love our handmade touch and our handmade paper demonstrations.

Idealternative - Maker Faire NWA 2024

Makers

Bri Noel Maker Photo

Bri Noel

I am a 22 year old cake decorator who has a love for ceramics, upcycling things, crafting, and making new friends. My pronouns are she/they. I hate watching things end up in landfills and love giving life to things that would die otherwise.

Eddie Cox Maker Photo

Eddie Cox

I've been making hand made leather goods for over 10 years now. Most items are hand tooled, painted and stitched locally made in NW Arkansas. Most items on hand are small card wallets and holders but larger custom items can made with a special order.

What Inspired You to Make This?

We’ve both been wanting to vend for forever but were intimidated to do it alone and by the prices. Maker Faire looks incredibly friendly and like a great opportunity, though!

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