@ the shop – so many ‘favorites’ to choose from – marble + brass table lamps, very special papier mache vessels, the 2026 fabric collection from verellen, wall art – from porcelain to a rain forest diptycht…and who could not love a ‘billy goat pillow’?…and coming soon, the new kimmer chair from verellen (described as ‘a warm hug’ – she fits the bill!)

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artisan made in north carolina
all weather proprietary concrete composite – durable

hand-poured – time-cured – hand-finished

"celebrate 'the art of imperfection' - the unique beauty that defines a product made by hand"

“meet the maker”

we met “tom tom” several years ago – he hadn’t quite ‘made the move’ to the US – we are so glad he is now here! a wonderful man + a skilled designer + maker (and he knows where all the good restaurants are)! read about founder tom paeshuys passion + the road to ‘yanou studio’.

like what you see? drop by artefact belmont or artefact boston to see a few containers + peruse the color options. we are happy to provide more information or find the correct size for your location. (we do ask that you know the rough dimensions – remember “large”, “enormous” and “very small” are NOT dimensions). if you have photos of your site that you would like to discuss please email them to us: info@artefacthome.com before your visit – we will not make recommendations based on looking at the photos on your phone

Artefact is thrilled to be the local trade partner of yanou studio!
(happy to sell locally – pieces can be shipped across the US)

did we mention ‘customizable’?

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saturday, dec 7th 11am to 5pm artefact belmont

8 amazing local designer makers – all in on place – all at one time
abby yozell + esme yozell @choix home
jill rosenwald @ jill rosenwald
natalie king @natalie king interiors, @araminta campbell
sarah forrester @lexington made
sophie truong @stitch + tickle
susy pilgrim waters @pilgrim waters
tanja cesh @mulxiply

bubbly + bites – snazzy tunes – “shop til’ you drop”…or until 5pm, whichever comes 1st

important ‘things’ to remember
– open 11am to 5pm – doors close promptly at 5pm
– artefact will not accept returns or issue refunds/credits for artisan purchases – arrangements must be made directly with the artisan
– ample free parking
– artefact boston is CLOSED on 12/7
– if you plan to try on clothing wear a thin layer (leggings and tee) if possible – we have one dressing room + 15 windows
– have fun!

a preview of ‘the wares’

mulxiply

pilgrim waters

stitch + tickle

lexington made

natalie king

jill rosenwald

choix home

bittersweet violet chocolates

lisa will not be at the shop on 12/7 but we will be selling her sumptuous chocolates – perfect for gifting

see you on the 7th!…and remember the location is Artefact BELMONT
our boston shop will be CLOSED on the big day!

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DOVE + DONKEY and the wonderful TARDY DONKEY will be at Artefact Belmont on Saturday, Dec 9th

if you have not met Sheilah + Jadine…well you are missing out! these ladies are CREATORS! they design, source + sell the most amazing wares – from mohair throws (with negative space – how cool) to the perfect winter cap to tabletop linens + more – they have it all ‘going on’.

check out their story and more of their ‘goods’ at Dove + Donkey…and join us Saturday, Dec 9th @ Artefact Belmont (free parking, bubbly + bites…really cool vendors….a good time!). doors open at 11am – and close promptly at 5pm. for more info about the event: ARTEFACT Holiday Designer, Maker, Grower, Collector Event

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“deliciousness” does not JUST HAPPEN!

may we introduce SUENOS Chocolate

we are delighted to be selling suenos chocolates this holiday season – the suenos bars are a result of artisanal makers, brilliant farmers + environmentalists, the beauty + appreciation of natural habitats…and one person’s vision – the one who ‘put it all together’ – “Dr Chocolate”, Lori Shapiro.

the small batch vegan dark chocolate is made exclusively with single origin heirloom ‘nacional’ cacao imported directly from independent farmers in northwest ecuador. heirloon cacao varieties are old, pre-industrial varieties that were (and still are) bred over millenia for flavor + aroma quality, not for yield – this makes the product incomparably richer.

learn more about heirloom cacao, the UNESCO Choco Andino Biosphere Reserve, the Puerto Quito farmers cooperative, the commitment to excellence…and of course, Suenos Chocolate

JOIN US @ Artefact Belmont on Saturday, December 9th to purchase Suenos Chocolate Bars (and many other wonderful things:)) – it’s going to be a very special day!

more than before – mushrooms

it is eminently clear that “mushrooms are the new cauliflower” (and more!). it seems that every 2 years restaurants + recipes latch on to a “new” vegetable…we’ve done the brocolli, brussels and most recently cauliflower….but now, vavavoom – MUSHROOMS!

more than before mushrooms started less than 2 years ago and has already expanded! the focus is growing organic culinary + medicinal mushrooms, making them available at farmers’ markets + restaurants (and on Sat., Dec 9th – at Artefact Belmont).

matter + his mushrooms from more than before will be at our Holiday Designer/Maker/Grower/Collector show on Sat., 12/9. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to listen, learn + purchase some fresh, high quality mushrooms. Maureen + Sue will be sharing some of our favorite mushroom recipes + we will be serving an adaptogenic mushroom tea throughout the day (along with bubbly)!

don’t miss out on a chocolate + mushroom shopping experience! – saturday, dec 9th @ Artefact Belmont. (such great gifts!) check out who else will be joining us!

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what’s new in boston?

beautiful raku vessels with an homage to french scallop designs – handsome gaston chairs by verellen in baja mushroom – verellen victor xl sofa + club chair – folding goat hair stools – a stunning blackened “pine cone” tables – silver + onyx candlesticks + trays – jasper drinks tables – Kate Murphy Studio cards + travel plates

new in Belmont!

rustic vessels from Morocco – the ‘must have’ spindle bench from ethnicraft – hose guides + garden stakes – the new extendable round dining table from ethnicraft – carved wood side tables from Indonesia – lots of blossoms + blooms in our garden

happy July!

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from miniature vessel collections to verellen furniture – we have “lots of new”!

NEW @ Artefact Boston

NEW @ Artefact BELMONT

NEXT? arriving mid to late June 2023

verellen : gaston chairs, victor xl sofa, victor club chair, trevino floor lamp
ethnicraft : bok round extendable table, spindle bench
carved stools/side tables from Indonesia
vessels from morocco, Indonesia + china
candlesticks, tiki + jasper drinks tables....and more

not to be missed:

10% off new Ethnicraft orders (and we have some 'floor model specials' too - Artefact Belmont through 6/10/23

Artefact Belmont SIDEWALK SALE - Saturday June 10th

South End Garden Tour + Artefact BOSTON SIDEWALK Event - Saturday June 17th

PLEASE note our special June Hours by Location

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what you need to know:

• 5 designer makers will be @ the shop to show, discuss + sell their creations
• 20% off all Mark Krebs Rugs including in stock + new orders
• 20% off all Lauren HB vessels + vases
• 10% off all full price items from ARTEFACT
• one day only
• Lexington Handmade + Mulxiply will be selling clothing – we have only one dressing room so if you have “undergarms” that will allow you to try on in ‘the plein air’ – please wear them
• bubbly + beer + bites will be served
• the perfect opportunity to cross things off the list: GIFTS (mother’s day, father’s day, wedding, host + hostess, birthday…)
• get your planters + garden objects for the season – terra cotta pots, hose guides, trellises while we are stocked up!

"rules of the road"
- all Artefact discounted items are FINAL SALE
- all Maker Sales are Final Sales unless previously arranged with the Maker -  Artefact will not accept returns or provide refunds/exchanges for Maker items purchased  (no exceptions)
- one day only
- remember your sense of humor + swing on in!

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earth friendly furniture – in verellen’s words

We reconcile with nature wherever we can, starting with the wood used in or on our pieces, sourced from sustainably managed local forests. We work with our suppliers to make sure our components, fabrics, leather, and finishes are produced in the most eco friendly and sustainable manner possible. 

Our products are constructed of hardwood maple, ash, walnut and CARB2 compliant hardwood poplar plywood. We use 100% recycled steel coil springs and non toxic FDA glue approved for food packaging. Our back pillows and seat cushions are made with ethically and humanely harvested down feathers, washed in natural emulsifiers, rinsed, steam dried, and presented in a 100% organic unbleached down proof ticking, resulting in a debris free hypo allergenic natural fill with exceptional quality and performance. Our primary line of cushioning is made from a plant based poly core, and in areas requiring a firmer feel, recycled rebond foam is used. All poly foam used is CertiPUR-US certified and meets Prop 65 requirements. Under our slipcovers, frames are covered with unwashed unbleached cotton muslin. 

We offer a wide variety of fabrics and leathers, that have been carefully selected with human and ecological safety at the forefront of our mind. The fabrics in our collection are primarily woven from natural materials, such as 100% Belgian Linen, cotton, virgin wool, as well as 100% recycled natural and synthetic yarns. Our leather collection features a selection of sustainably tanned hides that are byproduct waste from the food industry. Our leathers meet internationally standardized testing and certifications for leather and leather goods at all production levels. Even our shipping containers are made from recycled cardboard.

As a team, we continue ongoing efforts to source the most natural materials offered on the market, as well as reduce our own carbon footprint by improving the manufacturing process in which we produce our product.

verellen @ artefact

Artefact maintains a list of the fabrics Verellen has categorized as sustainable and/or eco friendly. if you would like a list please let us know – we are happy to share. if you prefer to visit -both shops have fabric sample sets for perusing.

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kate murphy is a designer and artist with a keen eye, passion for color (no kidding!) + love of typography, photography and textiles. her initial work was focused on branding, product development + corporate identity. kate’s path meandered and with a life recipe of travel, keen observation, commitment to craft + a wonderfully creative family to support her she has become a recognized artisan.

kate’s creations

kate’s work is fresh + timeless, relevant + meaningful – crafted with an eye on sustainability

more mindful – less landfill

kate will be showing (and selling) her highly colorful, signature style of pattern mashup + messaging at Artefact Belmont beginning April 7th. check back on our website for days + hours that kate will be “in-the-house”. plates, scarves, paper, pillows + more.

join us for opening night! RSVP please!!!

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