POP-UP SHOPS
For handcrafted or locally made gifts and goods, hit these Atlanta-area pop-up and holiday shops:
- The Beehive holiday market (through Feb. 28), 4300 Paces Ferry Road in the Vinings Jubilee Shopping Center (thebeehiveatl.com).
- Brick + Mortar (through December), 1170 Howell Mill Road in the West Provisions district (thisisbrickandmortar.com). Check out modern bags and home accessories by Florida-based Yield Design.
- ICE Studio (through Dec. 23), 1390 McLendon Ave., in Candler Park (ice-atlanta.com).
Instant impact
Whether your taste is contemporary or classic, you’ll find something to covet in Sam DuPont’s collection of statement jewelry.
The company: Atlanta-based Sam DuPont is a lifestyle brand that offers hand-crafted jewelry and accessories.
The designer and background: Samantha Jeanne Meyer grew up in Beaufort, S.C., and studied international business at the University of Georgia. After graduation, she moved to New York City and worked for top fashion brands, including Nicole Miller, Ermenegildo Zegna and Donna Karan. She moved to Atlanta in 2003. The next year, she opened Loot, a multicity fashion agency. In 2014, she launched Sam DuPont.
What's popular: Devi Cuffs ($88-$95) are hand-sewn and detailed with intricate patterns of colorful glass beads and resin.
Other favorites: Delia earrings in gold foil ($138) and Barocco cuffs ($350-$650).
What's next: The new Sabine clutch collection, upcycled furniture, signature fabrics, plus an extensive collection of vintage rugs, textiles and home decor.
Where to buy: www.shopsamdupont.com and on Jan. 14, at the first Sam DuPont studio in ADAC West, 349 Peachtree Hills Ave., Suite D-1, Atlanta. Also Huff Harrington Home, 102 W. Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta (huffharrington.com).
Luxe linen throws
Daniel Zimmerman knows his interior design clients love the classic look of linen. However, many are hesitant to use the material because it can be difficult to care for, so he created a washing process to make raw linen more durable and totally touchable in his collection of linen throws and bedding.
The designer and background: Zimmerman graduated from Ole Miss with degrees in banking and finance but also studied studio art. He then earned his MBA there before moving to South Florida for his first design job. In 2013, Zimmerman moved to Atlanta. He works as an interior designer at Musso Design Group. Last year, he launched Market Linen.
What's popular: Gray extra-large linen throw ($74.99) and ivory extra-large linen throw ($74.99).
Other favorites: Custom-sized linen coverlets ($250 and up).
What's next: Made-to-order linen drapery panels and roman shades.
Where to buy: www.etsy.com/shop/MarketLinen. For information, contact Zimmerman at design@marketlinen.com.
New flame
Disappointed with store-bought candles and scents, Atlanta’s Paul Bruschi created his own fresh candle collection.
The founder and background: Originally from Snellville, Bruschi graduated with a bachelor of fine arts degree from Point Park University in Pittsburgh. He worked as a professional ballet dancer until an injury sidelined him in 2012.
The company: Jack Be Nimble Candles is based in Midtown Atlanta. Since the founder was a dancer and quick on his feet, Bruschi thought the nursery rhyme character was fitting for his company name.
The goods: More than 30 unique scents of small-batch candles made from 100 percent soy wax and fine fragrance oils. The clean-burning, two-wick candles ($17) are packaged in a 10-ounce apothecary-style jar with a brushed metal lid.
Hot sellers: Southern Sunshine, a mix of Florida tangerines and Georgia peaches, is popular year-round. Also, a Day at the Spa with its mix of lemongrass, black currant and patchouli. At the holidays, Fresh Balsam (think balsam fir) is a top pick.
Other favorites: Hearth, a blend of orange spice, balsam fir, and pine smoke.
Fun request: Create a Maple Bacon candle. "It was a huge hit with men who wanted their 'man caves' to smell like food," Bruschi said.
Where to buy: jackbenimblecandles.com
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