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Maren // Quad Cities, IA // Lifelong lover of the hand written word.

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This is my foolproof formula for baby shower gifts:

1) Something off the registry. @babylist makes this so easy!
2) Custom gifts for parents. Do your market research first!
3) Postpartum meals!

Clothes: @onceuponachild
Books: Your local library bookshop
Quilt: Jelly Roll Jam by @fatquartershop
Card: @themarenletters
Crochet Wall Hanging: @snuggleduckcrochet

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Get ready to shop these next vendors at Good Makers Market Fall Edition 2026 on Sept. 4 & 5.

@wheretheflowersarefarm - Specialty Cut Flower Farm in Muscatine, Iowa specializing in growing all the unique & fun flower varieties. Farmer Kristin not only grows and arranges beautiful bouquets and arrangements, but she paints too! So much beautiful color in one booth!

@ellie_cupp - I create acrylic nature-inspired artwork using bold Southwestern and mid-century modern colors. My pieces range from abstract mountain scapes to botanicals, and each one features my signature wavy paint pen linework- a style recognized throughout the Midwest.

@flannelfeatherhandcrafted - Unique and individually handcrafted pottery goods for your home. Karlee, the maker behind the wheel, designs both functional art to be used everyday and visual art to be displayed in your home. All of her work is made with intention, love and care from her home studio in Hiawatha, Iowa.

@honeysheastudios - Dainty Jewelry- makes handcrafted jewelry with elegant, meaningful designs simple enough to wear everyday. In addition to our dainty collection, Honey Shea Studios offers an exclusive service: unending claspless jewelry. This unique offering allows you to enjoy jewelry that seamlessly blends with your lifestyle. Custom made on demand, these pieces are designed to be worn continuously without the need for clasps, providing comfort and convenience.

@themarenletters - I hand letter and design greeting cards, calendars, notepads, stickers, art prints and more for every occasion. I am a lover of the hand written word and believe there is power in putting pen to paper and writing things down, be it a schedule, a to-do list or a letter to family and friends. I also offer many Midwest items and take custom orders, helping you create gifts that are uniquely yours.

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Good Makers Market has something for everyone. Even your dogs too:)
Come shop Good Makers Market Spring 2026 May 22 & 23 at the Cedar County Fairgrounds in Tipton, Iowa.

Good Maker Spotlights-
@themarenletters - I hand letter and design greeting cards, calendars, notepads, stickers, art prints and more for every occasion. I am a lover of the hand written word and believe there is power in putting pen to paper and writing things down, be it a schedule, a to-do list or a letter to family and friends. I also offer many Midwest items and take custom orders, helping you create gifts that are uniquely yours.

@kaitlynspupcakes - Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I’m the owner of Kaitlyn’s Pupcakes. We specialize in custom cakes, cookies, and treats for dogs. We will have toys and handmade bandanas for your furry friends.

@corncrib.designs - Our passion at Corncrib Designs is to promote agriculture and the people that surround it. We bring you quality and affordable apparel and decor for yourself and those you love.

@the_honey_den_iowa Welcome to the Honey Den, where nostalgia, creativity, and sweetness come together. Our boutique features a 12 foot Jelly Belly Wall, an interactive Gummi Bar and a collection of kids gifts and seasonal finds that make gifting easy and fun. Every visit is designed to bring out your inner kid and remind you that a little candy can make any day brighter.

@buckingoodantlerchews - At Buckin’ Good Antler Chews, we are proud to offer all-natural, protein-packed chews that dogs (and their owners) love, with options for every kind of chewer. Real ingredients. Real flavor. Really Buckin’ Good.

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@themarenletters will have all the goods for your gift list and stocking stuffers! "Hand lettered and designed greeting cards, notepads, stickers, tote bags, frameable prints, lunchbox notes and other stationery items. "

🎄Corridor Market: Holiday Edition
🎄November 14th + 15th
🎄Hyatt Regency Coralville, IA

#stationary #greetingcards #lunchboxnotes #iowalovers #christmasmarket #christmasshopping #iowamarket #iowacity #cedarrapids #midwestmarket #holidaymarket #holidayshopping #giftgiving #stockingstuffer #foodtrucks #supportsmall #supportlocal #smallbiz #shoptilyadrop

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Hurry up Labor Day Weekend! We are ready to shop at Good Makers Market!

Vendor spotlights-

@clayandoil -Clay and Oil is the name, pottery and oil painting is my game! I’m a solo artist/business owner with a drive to bring the beauty, textures and colors of the outdoors into our homes. Handmade with passion, each one of a kind item brings the unique beauty of the outdoors in to help us stop and truly appreciate the present moment through visual and functional art.

@gigispetals - We sell custom jewelry to tell your story. We have sunshine, mama, mental health, initial and birth month pieces, photo lockets, charm necklaces, layering necklaces and bracelets. Tourette Syndrome jewelry, as well as earrings.Our jewelry is made with gold filled and sterling silver in order to make pieces that tell your story with materials that last. Stop in and let us customize pieces made just for you. We donate a portion of our profits to the Tourette Association in honor of the two of our five children whom have Tourette Syndrome.

@heatherwoodcandle -A love of home and family is at the heart of what we do. We’re a mother-daughter duo on a mission to provide clean, eco-conscious home fragrance pieces to other families. Our candles use a soy & beeswax blend and cotton wicks to provide the cleanest burn. We use nearly all wood vessels, which stay cooler than traditional glass. As part of our eco-conscious mission, our candles are intended to be recycled or repurposed.

@themarenletters - I hand letter and design greeting cards, calendars, notepads, stickers, art prints and more for every occasion. I am a lover of the handwritten word and believe there is power in putting pen to paper and writing things down. Be it a schedule, a to-to list or a letter to family and friends. I also offer many midwest items and take custom orders, helping you create gifts that are uniquely yours.

@thepunchycat - created by Molly Freeman in Iowa City. Specializes in crafting unique and vibrant cat toys filled with potent catnip. Additionally, they offer cure break away kitty bandanas and pouches of catnip, silvervine and silvervine sticks for your cat’s enjoyment.

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Check out my haul from @goodmakersmarket this past weekend! The CUTEST paper goodies from @themarenletters, I seriously can't wait to use the activity pad with the kids and she had so many other fun options! My new FAVORITE shirt from @tenbyten.art ! I adore every single one of their products and they help cancer research and survivors. A woven key fob and pin from @theurbanartstudio that I put to use straight away! And some cute pins, but for the life of me I couldn't remember which booth I got them from!

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QC/Iowa postcards are back in stock!!

Stop in this week!

Tues - Sat 10-6
Sunday 12-5

#shoplocal #quadcitiesiowa #quadcities

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The cutest QC tote bags!! Designed by @themarenletters

Hours this week!

Tuesday 10-6
Wednesday 10-6
Thursday, July 4th CLOSED
Friday 10-6
Saturday 10-6
Sunday 12-5

#quadcitiesiowa #quadcities #shoplocal

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Our Dad section! Stop in this week and get your dad something great!

• cards
• beer can candles
• golf stat scorecards
• beard balm and oil
• solid cologne

Wed-Sat 10-6
Sunday 12-5

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We have graduation cards! 🎓🎓🎓

Congratulations seniors! We wish you the best on your next adventure!

Wed-Sat 10-6 (Cassie)
Sun 12-5 (Rachelle)

5015 Competition Drive
Bettendorf

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Thank you, teachers! We appreciate you! There's still time to get your favorite teacher a gift. We are open until 6 today. 🤩🏫📚✏️❤️

Wed-Sat 10-6
Sun 12-5

5015 Competition Drive
Bettendorf

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