Clarence Arts

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

Say hello to our next guest artisan/crafter, Mary Ann Smaldone of Home Decor by Mary Anne!

Be sure to stop by her space this weekend (Sept 12 & 13)!

09/09/2026

Did you see it!? Did you catch it!? On Monday, one of our members made an appearance on WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo’s Most Buffalo to promote the upcoming show this weekend! Have a watch and share, share, share!!!!

The 50th Annual Clarence Arts & Crafts Society Fall Show takes plac...

09/09/2026

🎨 MEET THE MEMBER: LYN LOZINSKY 🧵👜

We’re continuing our Meet the Member series with one of our newest Clarence Arts & Crafts Society members, Lyn Lozinsky, owner of Totally Toteable Totes! ✨

Lyn has been creating since 2008, when she and her husband, Michael, started their business together. Lyn handles the creative side of the operation, while Michael takes care of marketing, shipping, and all the other things that “keep her sane!” 😊

A quilter at heart, Lyn began making bags as a way to use up her fabric stash. As many crafters can probably relate… that plan didn’t quite work out! 😂

Today, Lyn creates a wonderful variety of handmade items, including:
👜 Tote bags & purses
👶 Diaper bags
🍽️ Table runners
🧵 Small quilted items

She primarily works with quilting cotton, but has expanded her creations to include vinyl, leather, and cork, adding even more variety and personality to her work.

Lyn especially enjoys the face-to-face interaction with customers at craft shows, making those personal connections one of her favorite parts of being a maker. She and Michael also have a successful Etsy shop (https://www.google.com/goto?url=CAESZgHrOzAVSyQu47Z0oa0bNAPayc2yLgMlIvlUfXDIF-XS9RF42575R24nf81CGyqya17dIEkLhuU9WOz5S8FdxRYYmQB4uhTlGIIWc6DWUIE6jvKA0eXwo99hPSOYlDehR10Od6WVQg ) allowing their creations to reach customers beyond the local craft-show scene.

We’re thrilled that Lyn joined the Clarence Arts & Crafts Society in 2026—and even more excited that this is her third year exhibiting at our annual show! 🎉

Please join us in welcoming Lyn to the Society and getting to know the talented maker behind Totally Toteable Totes!

❤️ Thanks for being part of CACS, Lyn!

09/08/2026

Welcome our next guest artisan/crafter: Jackie Nau of Glass It Up!

You can find Jackie’s glass art this weekend (Sept 12 & 13)!

09/08/2026

We are now FOUR days away from the best two days of the year!!!

The next guest artisan/crafter joining is this year is Susan Palys with Art by Susan Palys! Be sure to pay her a visit this weekend!

09/07/2026

Jennifer Cavage, our next guest artisan/crafter will be bringing her homemade soaps to the show this weekend! Be sure to stop by and see her on Saturday and Sunday! You can also find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leaf_notes_and_lather?igsi=MTdvZnZjczR0Nnho

09/06/2026

✨ Meet the Member: Kathy Hohensee! ✨

As we continue our Meet the Member series, we’re excited to introduce you to Kathy Hohensee, who has been a member of the Clarence Arts & Crafts Society for about six years!

💎 Kathy creates with BLING! 💎

For the past three years, Kathy has been transforming vintage jewelry and other sparkly gems into beautiful, one-of-a-kind creations. From dazzling ladies’ baseball caps and framed Christmas trees to decorative boxes, angels, elephants, and other unique pieces, Kathy’s work is truly designed to catch your eye!

What does she love most about her art? She loves giving collected jewelry a new life—and, of course, adding plenty of “Bling”! ✨

When she’s not creating, Kathy enjoys spending time with her Maine C**n cats, Martha and Millie, and her little dog, Henry. She also loves making new friends and, perhaps most importantly, making people laugh! ❤️

We’re so happy Kathy is part of the Clarence Arts & Crafts Society family!

Be sure to follow along as we continue introducing you to the talented and creative members who make our society so special. 🎨🧶🪡✨

09/05/2026

The next guest artisan/crafter for our upcoming show is Leah Poplawski, owner of Glass Menagerie! Come see Leah and the rest of our amazing artisans and crafters on Sept 12 & 13!