Hello! My name is Michelle Krut and together with my husband Kevin, and son Charlie; we are A Collector’s Attic! Being avid collectors ourselves, we started our business almost 17 years ago after looking to downsize our own ever expanding collection. We are currently located on the first floor at The Shops at Riverton and also within the Salmon Brook Shops in Granby, CT and now at Shops at New Hartford. In addition to the two Brick and Mortar locations, we are regular vendors on Hertans field at the Brimfield Antique Flea Market and participate in the May, July, and September shows. Antiques, Collectibles, and a love of their history as been always been part of our family as my Grandfather once owned his own Antique store and some of my earliest memories are “antiquing” together with him. Our family loves spending time together visiting new locations and learning the history of all the great items we bring back to you!

We are a family of creators. We are keeping the makers alive, saving antiquities, creating new ones & repurposing others. Our passion for creating and crafting has turned into a fun business.

Now I am the dreamer and doer instead of just thinking and dreaming about what I could be doing. I like to bring joy to others lives and homes through our creations and treasures!

Arolyn's Cottage is full of bottles, yarn and flowers. I love to create!

Bottles ~There’s a variety of hand painted aromatherapy glass bottles waiting for you to fill with something gorgeous smelling. The roller bottles have gemstone rollerballs cause since the outside is painted, she needs her jewelry on top! The square small bottles have gemstones inside. All are labeled on the bottom with which gemstone. There are perfume, dropper, cream, lotion/soap bottles.

The art work on the bottles comes from a love of gardens and the ocean. Why on aromatherapy glass bottles? Well I fell in love with essential oils and most of the bottles I saw were plain glass. The idea came why not try painting my art on glass bottles.

Don’t know what to put inside? We have recipe cards for making your own perfume from essential oils. Some of the recipes are mine ( Arolyn) and some are my sister’s (Roanne Buden).

Yarn ~ There are crochet hat’s, bag’s and blankets available. Many blankets are baby/child size and some are lap/adult size.

There’s a children’s shelf with books, games and children’s aromatherapy stuffed Smelly Faces written, designed and created by my daughter Sarah Bodnar.

Flowers ~When you walk into the Shops at Riverton by the door there are bouquets and vases full of flowers created and waiting for you to take and fill your home with fragrance and beauty!

At the top of the stairs on the second floor, you will find all the other creations.

I hope you love Shops at Riverton as much as we do. We’re so grateful to be a part.

Katie Damon is the passionate curator of BuyinTime Vintage, a sustainably sourced mercantile, (est. in 2024), in the Farmington Valley of Connecticut.

BuyinTime Vintage offers curated and collectible vintage and contemporary home goods, decor, furniture, artwork and gifts.

With an appreciation for quality and a recognition of worthy brands, you can be assured that BuyinTime Vintage goods have been selected to help accentuate your “Farmhouse, Cottage, Shabby Chic, or Modern” home decor and will add charm, vibrancy, and warmth!

BuyinTime Vintage goods can currently be found at the Shops of Riverton—on the 2nd floor (window corner) & 3rd floor (top shelf), and at the Subherban Livin Co-Op in Simsbury.

BuyinTime Vintage has recently announced a summer 2024 expansion to a 3rd location, along the Antique Trail in Woodbury, CT.

Katie (@CTKateRealEstate on FB) is also a licensed Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker in Avon, CT, and would love to help you buy, sell, or stage your home in the Farmington Valley. She lives in Avon, CT with husband Shawn, and 3 teenagers, Parker, Drew and Paisley, kitty-Sankaty and labradoodle-Murphy.

After a vibrant New York City career as a Columbia University professor and pioneer in creating interactive educational media for children; Carla embraced retirement by returning to her true passion ~ making art. In her sunny space on the _ coolest third floor artists loft_ her gallery is filled with paintings, botanical mixed media, fiber arts wall hangings, and jewelry made from antique semi- precious beads. As a world traveler she has collected museum quality antiques & objet d’ art - a curated collection of which is also on sale in her space ( antique textiles, botanical prints, china and glassware, etc.) Visiting her gallery you will discover an eclectic array of beautiful European and English Farmhouse décor to inspire innovative additions to your home. In addition, her collection of high-end designer vintage clothing may also tempt you! Carla resides in nearby Colebrook and Soho, NYC.

Hi thers my name is Lisa Einarsen, the owner of Creatively Blended. I have been crocheting for over 55 years. My Gramma began teaching me when I was about 8 years old. One of my most favorite people in the world, I would love sitting with Gramma and her showing me how to make Granny Squares. I also learned to knit but really never got into it. Crochet is a passion to me, I don't normally go a day without making something!

I grew up and currently live in East Hartland, CT. I have 4 children and 11 grands. I worked 35 years for an insurance corporation before retiring. I use profits from crocheting for my grands, enjoying seasonal camping, donating to fundraisers and helping where I can! Oh, and to buy yarn even if I don't have a plan for it lol!

Other places you can find my creations are Prospect Mountain (Granville, MA) camp store, Cooley & Co. (Granville, MA) and Inspired (Southwick, MA) You can also message me via my Facebook page

Cut Thumb Stained-glass Creations is family operated from our home in Torrington, CT. Ryann along with her husband, John and his mother, Kathy hand craft glass art using sheet glass of various styles. Each piece is hand cut, ground, wrapped, soldered & embellished to create unique suncatchers, spinners, tablescapes, plant stakes and more. We don't keep stock in everything you see here but we can recreate anything you'd like. We welcome custom commissions and will collaborate with you on turning your photo into a one-of-a-kind glass piece. Reach us through our email in the contact tab. We check and respond to messages almost daily.

LOCATIONS TO BROWSE AND SHOP OUR ITEMS ARE LISTED BELOW

-Kaylan's Kitchen Bakery/Bistro and Artisan Market in Torrington, CT.

-The Shops at Riverton Indoor Marketplace in Barkhamsted, CT.

-Spring Plant/Tag Sale Event. 214 Merline Rd, Vernon Rockville, CT Saturday April 27, 2024 9am-3pm (rain date May 4)

-Robin Hood's Medieval Faire in Harwinton, CT May 18-June 30, 2024

-The Maine Renaissance Faire in Acton, ME the weekends of July 20-21 & July 27-28, 2024

The CT Renaissance Faire in Lebanon, CT August 31-October 14, 2024

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My booth consists of photography and garden decor. I have been photographing for over 20 years. My photos consist of nature photography, flowers, animals, scenery.

I sell matted and framed prints along with greeting cards and note cards.

I'm also an avid gardener and sell garden decor to accent your garden.

Hi, my name is Ed. Several years ago I tried to buy bird houses on line for my yard. None of them lasted more than a month or two so I decided to build my own. I love woodworking and thought it would be a relaxing hobby. Hence, “For The Birds Woodworking” was born. Our bird houses are made to last. Screws, not nails / marine grade polyurethane coating and never cheap plywood construction. There are many stock items in Riverton but I also do special orders for any theme you desire. Send me pictures of your house and I will make a copy of it “For The Birds” Check us out on Facebook to see some of the interesting builds so far.

Joanne is an abstract mixed media painter and has made a career as a corporate art consultant, art gallery owner and picture framer. She is currently curating vintage decor with a focus on mid-century art, glass, pottery and furniture at her space at Shops at Riverton. Her favorite "finds" are funky, colorful boho accessories and anything hand painted.

I never thought I was creative, but I needed wood to warm the house. While helping a local clean up her yard, I met a gentleman who carved and turned wooden bowls. He inspired me and the crazy spoon madness began!

Hi, my name is Tracy and I am Full Moon Carving located on the third floor of the Shops at Riverton! I have been a wood carver for approximately 4 years carving primarily spoons of all shapes and sizes. All of the spoons that I create are hand carved using locally sourced wood. Self taught, I have fine tuned my designs through years of trial and error. Some of my pieces are more unique due to the pattern of the wood through growth, sometimes difficult to work with but beautiful when completed. I am usually around the Shops on the weekends so stop by and say hello - I would love to meet you!!

At Gracie’s vintage for the Casual Collector, we believe that you don’t have to be crazy rich to have nice things. You also don’t have to be obsessive about collecting, though we are right there on board with you if you are. We believe that you can be a casual collector who likes to surround themselves with beautiful things. We also don’t mind if our beautiful things aren’t perfect. Age gives you certain privileges like showing your story and proudly displaying that you were loved with some scuffing, some dents and scratches.

Gracie’s vintage is a mom owned fledgling business that began with a life long love of vintage, curating and home decor. Vintage items create distinctive and special moments throughout a space. Gracie’s Vintage believes that the quality, the one of a kind feel and the environmental benefits of second hand are the winning combination for decorating a unique home irregardless of style.

Please enjoy browsing our ever changing collection.

We are located on the second floor in the sunny alcove.

Hello!

My name is Carol. I am born and raised in Connecticut. I am the mother of five wonderful boys, ages 21, 18, Twins, one who is autistic, that are seven, and my youngest is five years old. Ever since I was a young girl I have liked to make my own cards for people. I stopped for many years, however about three years ago I got inspired by seeing some things on Pinterest. I made a few "samples" and showed them to some coworkers and people loved them. I had coworkers coming to me for holiday cards, birthday cards, sympathy cards and anything else you can think of! Unfortunately, I had to leave that job and I haven't sold much since then. But, I'm giving it a go again and I'm also diving into some other craft ideas that I am very excited to display soon!! Now that I have been unemployed since January, it is my hope that I will gradually be able to grow my skills and inventory to create a legit small business to help me bring in some extra money for birthdays and holidays for my five boys. I look forward to creating happiness in others with my work!

Hello! My name is Crystal and I am the owner of Pretty Obsessions boutique.

My boutique is created by women for all women. My mission is to uplift and empower women everywhere. I believe every woman deserves to feel confident and beautiful, and I am here to help you. I offer more than just women’s clothing, carrying a variety of accessories, jewelry, and handbags to help complete your look.

Ring and Stave Barrel Co. was formed in December of 2023 by husband-and-wife team Paul and Shelly.

Paul, the master craftsman, has been honing his skills over the past 45 years. Having been taught his expertise solely by his "Pop-Pop" in his home shop as a young boy. Like his Pop-Pop who was a career FDNY firefighter, Paul has dedicated his life to a career in Emergency Services, first as a Firefighter on Long Island. During his time there he responded to Ground Zero after the attacks of 9/11. Subsequently spending several years working for FDNY as a Fire Dispatcher. Currently, Paul works as a Dispatcher for Police, Fire and Ems in a major Connecticut city. Using the skills handed down to him, he designs home decor by repurposing oak whiskey and wine barrels that only the strictest critic would be proud of, his Pop-Pop.

Shelly has been crafting since childhood and has a keen eye for decor. Besides being a wife and crafter, Shelly is a Mom to a very active teen daughter. Shelly is a career Real Estate Paralegal where she gets to help people make their dreams of home ownership a reality. In today's market, her love for crafting is what maintains her sanity.

Ring and Stave Barrel Co. offers customization of most items we create. We customize for weddings, groom's gifts, bridal party gifts, realtor gifts, housewarming gifts and more. We are happy to help you create your unique, one of a kind, conversational gifts that will be treasured for a lifetime.

Paul and Shelly strive to put beautiful, unique handcrafted decor in everyone’s home.

Farm house decor, jewley, candles and more!

My name is Wayne Malicki, I am the owner and founder of the Salem Wood Shop. A

shop that specializes in wooded primitive signs made from salvaged wood. Our

Signature Town Signs come in three sizes: 8”X8”, 6”X18”and 6”X24”. Each sign is handcrafted from salvaged wood, painted with Old Village Paint (the oldest paint company in the country), then stenciled with the town name, glazed to accentuate the grain, top coated, framed with Tobacco Lathes (the sticks used to dry tobacco leaves), and then a hanger is added as well as a label explaining the origin of the wood. We also carry a complete line of signs covering a variety of subjects like but not limited to; fishing, camping , hunting, cooking and flowers. In addition to offering custom design and manufacturing of signs for your home or business. I started the business back in November 2017 after spending 30+ years refinishing and building furniture and a six year stretch in retail management.

in addition to The Shops at Riverton you can also find our signs in the following shops.

The Cottage at Main-Cooperative, 540 Main Street South, Southbury, CT

The Bristol Bazaar, 6 Race Street, Bristol, CT

Terri’s Flower Shop, 174 Church Street, Naugatuck, CT

Goodspeed Country Store, 22 Bridge Street, Haddam, CT

The Salem Wood Shop, 6 Rubber Avenue, Naugatuck, CT

or on our website www.salemwoodshop.com

Facebook Salem Wood Shop – Wooden Signs

Instagram @salemwoodshop

You can contact us at 203-841-7470 or email wayne@salemwoodshop.com

My name is Jaime Keane, owner of Serendipity Chic Furniture. I live in Torrington with my longtime boyfriend Kyle. We have 3 dogs; Henry, Ben & Kevin and 2 cats; Charlie & Jax. I work in Corporate America during the day, but my passion is furniture. I have been refinishing furniture for 8 years. I love taking something that has good bones and giving it a new life. I also enjoy doing custom work which could be refreshing a family heirloom. All my work can be seen on Instagram or Facebook at Serendipity Chic Furniture.

Hi, I'm Lorraine Schrameck, owner of Silver Touch. My booth is on the first floor at the Shops at Riverton, and I specialize in sterling silver jewelry, and some small gift items.

I started Silver Touch in 1995 as a home-based business, while raising my 3 boys. In 1999, I opened my first brick and mortar location in Bethel, CT. I had the store for 20 years before closing in December of 2019, just before the pandemic hit.

My plan was to do craft fairs and vendor shows, and once things opened up again after COVID, that's when I got back into it.

I love sterling silver jewelry, and so do my customers! My goal has always been to offer fine quality jewelry at reasonable prices.

We are Sage and Maggie, the sister duo behind Sweet Billy Boutique. Born from a lifelong passion for sustainable fashion, we curate high-quality second hand vintage and designer clothing, accessories and home goods, in addition to hand-crafted cards, gifts and more. Our name comes from our mom, who also inspired our love for items that unique, funky and whimsical. Our goal is to help you find your next favorite outfit, gift or decoration. We are open to commission requests for hand-crafted items and can be reached on Instagram @sweetbillyboutique or by email:

sweetbillyboutique@gmail.com

My name is Taylor Driscoll, and I am the creator of Taylor Majestic Design. I have been a longtime lover of crystals and jewelry. I’m from Burlington, CT and have been an elementary school teacher for many years. I am located on the first floor of Shops at Riverton, directly to the left of the cash register. I started Taylor Majestic Design about two years ago when I taught myself wire wrapping for pendants, necklaces, and earrings. Each of my pieces are hand-crafted by wire encasing an array of crystals, beads, and gems. I have always been a spiritual person that believes crystals are an amazing way to manifest certain outcomes. I started my business as a hobby and created pieces for friends and family and with the support of my loved ones I turned my designs into a business. You can also find my designs at Collinsville Artisan Co-op!

Andy and Debbie Smith

Our mission is simple.  To offer you the best vintage furniture, antiques, and restoration products at affordable prices. It's been a lifelong idea to recycle, repurpose, and bring quality collectibles to you. We search the region to find the very best and unique items that we would put in our own home.   We review each piece and bring out its natural beauty.  This includes oil, wax, paint, and maybe a bit of glue and a few nails depending on its condition when found.  Woodbury is our home and it is known for its antique stores and rich history. Please visit us along the Sprain Brook for a truly unique experience in vintage shopping.  We also offer full custom builds from reclaimed lumber.  The workshop is located on-site and offers complete restoration services as well as creative repurposing craftsmanship.

"Where Old Meets New" emerged from a deep-seated passion for discovery and creation; embarking on endless adventures into the enchanting realms of antiquing, upcycling, and handcrafting. The culminating result being a collection that appeals to every taste and style. And, by embracing the principles of recycling, repurposing, and upcycling, demonstrating a commitment to contributing to a more sustainable world.

This eclectic collection offers something special for everyone, from antique enthusiasts to modern design lovers. Join in on this adventure where history meets innovation, and discover how "Where Old Meets New" can bring timeless charm and sustainable creativity into your life. Enjoy the magic of it all!

Hi there! My name is Corrin Zareck and I am the artist/curator behind WithLove LLC. I began in 2015 creating handmade home decor. I am currently on the second floor at the Shops at Riverton along with many other boutiques across Connecticut. I am a full time art teacher, gallery curator and lover of vintage finds.

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My name is Melinda. I am the owner of Wynsum Conveyance, booth 18. Like many people, my mom and grandma collected Depression glass. My passion for glassware started with them; however, it grew beyond Depression glass to a variety of manufacturers, styles, and time periods. My booth has only a smattering of the glassware I possess. Please reach out if you are looking for a specific pattern or era in glassware. I may have what you’re looking for!

But booth 18 has much more than glassware! It is filled with odds and ends from my home and the homes of others. Also included in the booth are photographs taken by friend Kim and crafts I have created. There will always be something new at Wynsum Conveyance. As I strive to include new high-quality, beautiful, and fun merchandise each week.

Being part of the vendors at the Shops in Riverton has been a dream come true. Come visit and see why!

Wynsum Conveyance

Booth 18

“Classy, Country, Crafty”

603Barrels is a “Mom & Pop” establishment based in rural Andover New Hampshire. Our barrels are hand-picked and shipped to New Hampshire. We specialize in a large variety of barrels to include; liquid tight bourbon barrels, wine barrels, furniture grade barrels and barrel heads with markings from a large variety of distilleries. Our customers love our handmade furniture and décor all crafted from retired whiskey and wine barrels. 

We are located on the first floor of The Shops at Riverton. We are also located at the Gilford Country Store in Gilford NH as well as The Cottage on Main in Bethlehem NH

Hugh Lowenstein, 

Artisan Crafter of

16 Century Japanese Oshibana Art

MOTTO...........

ART-EAT-FACTS  

((artifacts))

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Beauty..Sustenance..Truth

Established in my basement studio 2019.

Flowers, Fruit, Ferns and other natural botanicals come from around the world, and home studio.

The best therapy in the world is seeing mother nature; within special places and spaces; where ever you look.

Hello! My name is Megan Brochu and I am the owner of She's Charmed!

I started She's Charmed in early spring of 2024, Ive always loved jewelry as I've been working in a boutique for a few years now, my favorite pieces are the ones that you can tell a story with and that's where charm jewelry comes into play.

I do specifically charm jewelry as well as earrings, all pieces are handmade and all from the USA. I am located on the first floor of the Shops at Riverton, Shops at New Hartford as well as Cafe Bela Vida in Avon!

Come check it out!