The holiday season is arriving at Purple Paisley! Here are the special events, gift ideas and artist accomplishments we are delighted to share with you this quarter. Save The Dates HOLIDAY SEASON AT PURPLE PAISLEY DATEEVENTDETAILSNOV. 7Holiday Market KickoffThe Season Starts Here • 10 a.m.–6 p.m.DEC. 12Twinkle & Shine Holiday BazaarHoliday shopping and local... Continue Reading →
Featured Artist: Kentucky Woodturner Tom Dresch Kentucky woodturner Tom Dresch transforms locally sourced wood into finely crafted pieces that combine traditional woodworking skill with an adventurous approach to form, texture and surface design. From elegant lidded boxes and hollow forms to bowls, platters and intricately embellished vessels, Tom’s work celebrates both the natural character of... Continue Reading →
Featured Artist: Kori Deller Kentucky Fiber Artist Kori Deller brings a modern perspective to the traditions of quilting and fiber art. Working from her home studio in Bellevue, Kentucky, Kori creates dimensional artwork shaped by fabric, color, pattern, and texture. Her journey into fiber art, however, has followed anything but a straight line. It has... Continue Reading →
As we move through the summer season, there is plenty happening at Purple Paisley. Fromaward-winning classes and community events to new artwork and upcoming opportunities toconnect with local artists, we're excited to share a few highlights. Community Recognition & Awards We are honored to have received recognition in two regional award programs this year. 🥈... Continue Reading →
July’s featured artist spotlight celebrates Carrie LeCavalier Encaustic Artist, a Kentucky-based creator known for richly layered abstract works. Through encaustic painting, Carrie transforms wax, pigment, and heat into surfaces filled with movement and depth. Her process blends ancient techniques with contemporary abstraction. As a result, each piece feels both timeless and distinctly modern. Carrie’s work... Continue Reading →
2026 Community Favorite Winner Congratulations to Steve Barger Nature Photographer, our 2026 Community Favorite winner! Throughout May, visitors explored the shop, cast their ballots, and shared thoughtful comments about the artists who inspired them. As a result, Steve earned this year’s top honor through community support and appreciation for his remarkable photography. Steve’s images invite... Continue Reading →
The LINK NKY Readers Choice Jewelry Store Award recognition belongs to the incredible artists who fill Purple Paisley with creativity every day. We are honored to share that Purple Paisley earned second place, receiving silver in the Jewelry Store category for the 2026 LINK NKY Readers Choice Awards. This recognition means a great deal because... Continue Reading →
🎨 In May, the Spotlight Belongs to the Community Each May at Purple Paisley Local Artisan Shop, we step back from choosing a single featured artist and instead celebrate the artists our community has chosen to honor. Our annual “Vote for Your Favorite Local Artist” tradition allows visitors to explore the shop and cast their... Continue Reading →
Tim Cisco Master of Chainmail Artistry Purple Paisley is excited to feature Ohio jewelry artist Tim Cisco of Cisco’s Treasure Hoard for April 2026. His works are bold, imaginative chain and scale-mail creations. He brings together fantasy, craftsmanship, and everyday wearability in a way that feels both playful and powerful. The Craft of Chain and... Continue Reading →
For March 2026, Purple Paisley is delighted to feature Kentucky-based abstract artist Brooke Arthur. Her luminous alcohol ink paintings bring together color, movement, and emotion in a way that feels both uplifting and deeply personal. Brooke is drawn to alcohol inks for their spontaneity and brilliance. She allows the medium to guide the process. Vibrant... Continue Reading →
