Allison Clarke

Allison Clarke creates delicate compositions of entangled images, inspired by nature and her own imagination.  Allison's obsession with paper cutting has grown into a collection which includes her unique framed paper cuttings, paper cut letters, handmade cards, and baby wall art.  Each piece is hand cut and one of a kind.









Allison describes her artwork as intricate and soft.  She goes on to explain, "My art is influenced by the raw beauty all around us.  I use emotions, feelings, and actions I see or feel as an inspiration for my work.  I also find the quietness in nature and myself, and draw out the elements of life that go unnoticed."

Allison Clarke's unique framed paper cuttings, paper cut letters, handmade cards, and baby wall art are all available at Anchor No. 5 Boutique, and custom orders are available upon request.

FunCycled by John and Sarah

 Husband and wife team John and Sarah restore and revive the furniture that becomes part of FunCycled.  They started FunCycled because it was something they could do as a family that also incorporated upcycled products and unique designs.

For Troy Night Out and the month of August, Anchor No.5 will feature an Eden green upholstered chair with damask fabric and a matching painted table.  As well as a paprika red antique jury style chair with a modern floral fabric, and a matching paprika red and black chevron side table.

The designs maintain the charm of the original piece of furniture while adding contemporary design.  FunCycled not only has furniture pieces for sale, but will also find and customize furniture pieces for clients, as well as redesign pieces that people already own.

"We love working with clients to design furniture as focal points for each room." -Sarah

Join us in celebrating FunCycled this Friday for Troy Night Out at Anchor No.5 Boutique, and visit FunCylced.com for more info.

DreLove Designs by Dre Fagan

Have YOU felt the Love?

When asked about her DreLove Designs, Dre describes it as "a collection of all things fabulously felty! My collection ranges from hair accessories to fantastical stuffed creatures." Dre began designing DreLove back in October 2011 with bobbies, and quickly expanded her line to meet the growing demand for her products.

The collection now ranges from accessories to decor, and the newest line - cozy, colorful Creatures - will make their debut this Friday at Troy Night Out. Dre works mainly with felt because "it's got great texture, is soft and cozy," and allows her to experiment with 'funtastc' color combinations.

Dre has incredible energy and excitement about DreLove, saying "if it doesn't make me squeak or giggle with delight, it's not finished." Her collection continues to grow with the help of Anchor No. 5 Boutique - "Petra has been such an amazing mentor, friend and inspiration - she constantly supports me with her time, expertise, and praises."

Here is a list - as written by the Artist of the Month - of DreLove Designs are featured at Anchor No. 5 Boutique.

Babybands - Bright fabric bands popping with rosettes, pompoms & bling for your wee one!
Bobbies, hair clips & ponytail elastics- From rosettes to geometrics, these little darlings add a pop of color and texture to your hair!
Bookmarks- Mark your page with these fabulous heart-shaped bookmarks, available in every color of the rainbow!

Brooches- All shapes, colors & sizes of flowers & geometrics to jazz up your blouse or coat!
Headbands- Darling little bows and flowers to adorn your cranium!
Stuffys- Monsters & assorted Creatures! The newest line from DreLoveDesigns, cuddle up with these fun new cuties! Starring: Moustachio, Monsters, Eyegor Monsters, HootyOwls & Plushy Penguins, with many more to come!
"Text-ure" Cards - For any occasion, send a little love with these felted texty designs
<3 xoxo YTB ;)
Wreaths - Add some cozy color to the entrance of your home! Custom Orders are ALWAYS WELCOME!

Handmade by Jody Morin

In 2005 Jody Morin found herself anxiously needing something to do with her hands as she was stuck home in bed recovering from surgery. So she called up her dear old grandmother who came over and taught her to knit. Jody had dabbled in jewelry making, painting, scrap booking, and clay work before, but fell in love with knitting, and the ability to combine a beautiful aesthetic with functionality.

Jody started making her bite size hats in 2008 after she saw an amigurumi cupcake and thought, 'that would make a cute baby hat!' She went into production with the cupcake hats and sold them at Tight Knit, in conjunction with Troy's Winter Farmer's Market. Here she would see patrons
walk by withtheir bags overflowing with apples, and thought an apple hat would be a nice balance to the cupcake. Her collection
quickly grew to also include tomatoes, oranges, peaches, plums, blueberries, lemons, limes, strawberries, and most recently pumpkins and acorns. Jody writes her own patterns with sizes ranging from newborns, to toddlers, to big kids.



Jody Morin's hats are an adorable garnish for the little ones as the colder months approach. She also has beautifully constructed mittens for adults, which extend high up the arm to keep you nice and warm. Join us at Anchor No.5 this Friday for Troy Night Out and check them out.