As a fourth generation member of the renowned Moses family, painting is a natural tradition for Will, who began painting when he was four years old. Encouraged by his grandfather, a well-known folk painter in his own right, young Will was allowed to experiment freely with paints. Forrest K. Moses was totally committed to self-expression and passed this freedom of spirit along to his young grandson. Stimulated by his grandfather’s confident approach, Will developed his own unique style of Americana. Today, Will continues to carry on the family tradition. Although his style is reminiscent of that of his celebrated great-grandmother, it is more complex and sophisticated.

Since the beginning of my ceramics career I have been fascinated by the story of how pottery has accompanied humanity through time.  This interest became personal after discovering a possible family link to 17th century Dutch potters, and (if ancestry.com is accurate) to 18th century potters in the Danvers area north of Boston.  But my interest in those styles connecting me to where I live and to my past goes beyond simply being ‘inspired by history.’  Interacting with ceramic styles with deep historical roots requires intimate sensitivity to, and nuanced appreciation of, the complex interplay between resilience and adaptation that defines nearly all traditional ceramic art.  By expressing my own thoughts through the language of these styles I hope to add my voice to an ongoing conversation in clay as it spans the centuries.

Dad’s Follies is the world’s oldest and largest dealer in antique metal chocolate moulds. For over 50 years Dad’s Follies has specialized in offering only steel chocolate and pewter ice cream moulds. We have relocated tens of thousands of antique moulds to our grateful clients. We are a proud, family-owned North Carolina company operated by our second generation of Mould Experts. We currently offer our moulds online; we also exhibit many of our moulds at private shows.

Michele Hollick has been stenciling for more than 40 years. What started as a simple “kitchen table” hobby, blossomed into a full time business for her. She started making floorcloths when she became interested in Colonial-era furnishings and accessories. Michele has the distinction of being a Certified Stenciler through the International Group Stencil Artisans League, Inc. Less than 100 people world-wide have passed this difficult test. Some of her best classes have been at the annual Stencil Artisans League Convention, the Stencil Decorative Artists Guild Convention, Sanborn Mills Farm, the League of NH Sandwich Gallery, as well as various shops throughout the Northeast.

Kathy Rossacci is an American artist who has been experimenting in multiple mediums for many years. For the Christkindlemarkt & Artisan Show, Kathy is showcasing her hand made collectibles featuring felted wool and mixed medium sculptures which include woodland and nautical themed animals, holiday ornaments and holiday themed figurines.

A fourth generation family business, Ino Schaller has been producing paper mace figures since 1894. Still located in Coburg, Germany, the Schallers have hand selected a vast assortment of holiday figures to be made available during the Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show.

Belsnickel Bells is a family-run business based out of South Daytona, Florida. Originally located in Pennsylvania, Belsnickel Bells’ straps are made out of genuine leather by hand. The bells products, of which are 99% made in America, have some of the richest sounds of any bells we’ve carried. There will be an extended assortment of Belsnickel Bells available during this year’s market.

We are excited to be offering a booth of angels! This year’s booth will include stunningly detailed angels imported from Italy. In addition to these hand crafted Italian angels, we will be re-introducing our Chalkware version of the hanging angel as well as our own Polish glass collections!

Feather trees, first created in late 19th-century Germany as a sustainable alternative to live evergreens, are among the earliest artificial Christmas trees and have become beloved for their historic charm and simplicity. Made from dyed feathers and wire, they reflect a conservation-minded tradition that beautifully complements our mission to preserve and celebrate timeless Christmas heritage. This year, we’re pleased to be presenting a “Feather Tree Forest” at market—featuring custom-made 24” and 60” feather trees, along with curated groupings of historic inspired ornaments—designed to evoke the nostalgic elegance of a bygone era and highlight the enduring beauty of tradition in holiday decorating.

Experience the magic of traditional European Christmas markets with Vaillancourt. Enjoy hot glühwein imported from Nürnberg, served in collectors’ mugs, or choose from a selection of Christmas beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks like hot chocolate, soda, and seltzers. This year, Vaillancourt is also grilling mildly spiced sausages topped with grilled onions and peppers, bringing the flavors of the German markets to life! Stay warm and enjoy the festive scents filling the air.

Fraulein’s Bakery will be returning with authentic German baked goods and organic European pastries, cookies and cakes – including Apfelstrudel, Pfeffernusse, Lebkuchen, Zimtsterne, Nussecken and Schupfnudeln (German potato dumpling) with Sauerkraut and braised pork.

With two cozy locations in Worcester, MA, Crust Bakeshop has been a beloved part of the community since 2014. As the sister bakery to Birch Tree Bread Company, we specialize in handcrafted, fresh breads and pastries, baked daily with care, patience, and lots of love. Our old-fashioned methods give our baked goods a unique flavor that sets us apart. We’re thrilled to join the 2024 Vaillancourt Christkindlesmarkt & Artisan Show, where we’ll bring an assortment of our finest breads, pastries, and traditional pretzels to celebrate this festive occasion. Come taste the Crust Bakeshop difference!

A tradition stemming from Bulgaria, the Chimney Cake—or Kurtos Kalacs—is an aromatic pastry that will make you fall in love with the first bite. Originally discovered in the land of Transylvania, the Chimney Cake is made from entirely natural ingredients, rolled and baked on site. A national Hungarian pastry, found at many Christmas markets in Europe, we’re pleased to share this new tradition!

Enjoy an indoor cash bar serving a fine selection of Christmas beer and wine. Looking to stay warm? Enjoy piping hot glühwein or hot chocolate inside the Artisan Hall.