The Makers
Behind the Magic
The Shoppe on 3rd Avenue is home to over 60 incredible vendors - each with their own story, their own craft, and their own passion.
Behind every bar of soap, every jar of jam, and every handcrafted cutting board is a person with a story worth knowing. These are the bakers who wake before dawn, the artisans who perfect their craft in small workshops, the herbalists who forage local hillsides, and the makers who turn raw materials into something beautiful and meaningful. They're your neighbors, friends, and fellow community members - people who have chosen to build their dreams right here in Oakdale and the surrounding counties.
Browse through these profiles to discover the passion, skill, and heart that goes into every item on our shelves (more, coming soon!). When you meet the makers at the Oakdale Morning Market (something The Shoppe cannot replace), shopping becomes so much more than a transaction - it becomes a celebration of local talent and community connection.
THE FOLLOWING SECTION IS *UNDER CONSTRUCTION*
Meet the Vendors
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The 3D Print Kid
3D PRINTED FIDGET TOYS
Emmett, The 3D Print Kid, is part of the Oakdale Young Entrepreneur (OYE!) program making adorable fidget toys off a 3D printer. Emmett is a local Oakdale student who has participated in the Oakdale Morning Market since 2023. -
464 Candles + Home Fragrance
CANDLES & HOME FRAGRANCE
464 Candles creates clean, non-toxic, high-quality candles designed for a safe and enjoyable burn. Their 100% soy wax, cotton-core wicks, and premium phthalate- and dye-free fragrances meet California’s strict non-toxic standards, giving customers peace of mind. Eco-friendly and American-made, 464 Candles combines safety, sustainability, and a little fun in every hand-poured candle.
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Addie and Belle Mercantile
HAND-CROCHETED HORSES
Addie & Belle are 13 year old twin sisters from Oakdale, CA. They crochet and create handmade items to help pay for their horse passion. They specialize in crocheted plushies and tie blankets. Addie & Belle have been part of the “Oakdale Young Entrepreneur” Program (OYE!) at the Oakdale Morning Market for the last two seasons. -
Alldrin Bros
ALMOND BUTTER
Alldrin Bros is a fourth-generation almond farm in Oakdale, CA, dedicated to growing the tastiest, highest-quality almonds. Using innovative techniques, they carefully sort and shell each batch, selecting only the best nuts. The almonds are stored in a climate-controlled facility to stay fresh and are processed in small batches, creating premium almond products and all-natural almond butter. -
Ardis Cattle
BEEF JERKY & BEEF STICKS
Ardis Cattle Co. is a fourth-generation, family-run ranch in Eastern Oakdale, CA. Since 1900, the Ardis family has raised beef cattle on the same land, now led by Ross, Ashley, and their son Ayden. They provide high-quality, USDA-certified beef, sustainably raised in Oakdale’s rolling foothills and hand-selected at optimal harvest weight—bringing ranch-to-table quality straight to you. -
Backroad Blooms Flower Farm
FRESH FLOWER BOUQUETS
Backroad Blooms Flower Farm is ran by local mother/daughter duo Lisa and Alyssa. They began Flower farming in 2018 with just a few short rows and quickly grew their business with the support of the community. They offer fresh cut flowers, fresh wreaths, dried flowers, house plans and of course bouquets at the Oakdale Morning Market.
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Belina Boards
EPOXY PRESENTATION BOARDS
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A Blooming Branch
HANDWOVEN RUGS
Jessica is the creator behind our incredible, one-of-a-kind spiral rugs. Each piece is uniquely handmade to bring warmth, texture, and a touch of art to any home. Her passion is crafting functional art that elevates and complements every space it occupies. Jessica’s rugs are carefully made to be long-lasting, washable, and as unique as the homes they adorn.
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Blue Bell Bees
LOCAL HONEY
Blue Bell Bees is a family-owned and operated apiary located in Tuolumne County, California. Their mission is to provide high-quality raw honey and handcrafted beeswax products while caring responsibly for their bees and the land.
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Brielle's Beeds
BEEDED JEWELRY
Brielle's Beeds, owned by Brielle Waller from Modesto, CA, was originally established in 2020. Brielle makes handmade jewelry including beaded bracelets, earrings, necklaces and rings when she's not performing in her rock band. Brielle believes in various healing properties of some of the crystals used in her jewelry.
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Bundle of Joy
CHUNKY LOOP BLANKETS & PILLOWS
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California Gold Olive Oil Co.
OLIVE OIL
California Gold Olive Oil Co. is a small family run operated business located in the beautiful foothills of Oakdale, California. Ran by Kevin Tazelaar and family, they produce award winning premium extra virgin olive oil, as well as their flavored olive oils: jalapeño, garlic, basil and rosemary. All of their oils are of the freshest quality and their flavored oils are not just infused oils but the products are crushed directly with the olives for a fresh taste that can't be beat.
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Claire Riva Art
SILKSCREEN OAKDALE TEES
Claire Riva Art is ran by Oakdale Young Entrepreneur (OYE!) artist, Claire. Born creative, Claire Riva's passion for art inspires her to create using techniques that are constantly evolving. She spends her time quietly sketching in the corner of a cafe, painting in the studio or designing animations on her tablet. Claire also enjoys tending to her many houseplants and snuggling with her cat Ruby.
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Corona Woodworking
WOOD CUTTING BOARDS & KNIVES
Corona Woodworking is a first-generation family business dedicated to the art and craft of woodworking. From coasters and cutting boards to one-of-a-kind wood heirlooms, they approach every project as a unique opportunity to apply classic and modern woodworking techniques to build quality pieces.
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Dulces Gustos
HANDMADE JEWELRY
Dulce Ayala, owner of Dulces Gustos, began making clay earrings during the pandemic. Shortly after, she stopped to focus on time with her new son and family and then came back to start selling her clay earrings and bookmarks online and at events. In 2023 Dulce became a vendor during the first Oakdale Morning Market season. Dulce is local to oakdale and handmakes all her products.
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Dustys Bees
LOCAL HONEY
Dustys Bees is a local family owned beekeeping company ran by Dusty and Heather Sanguinetti. They keep their bees in the foothills of Tuolumne and Calaveras County and produce 100 percent natural raw organic honey. They were established in 2012 and specialize in organic honey, natural beeswax candles, pollination and hive sales. They strive to produce the best wildflower honey for allergies. They do everything themselves from building the bee boxes, feeding the bees, to extracting and bottling the honey.
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E&H Farms
MUSHROOM GUMMIES & TINCTURES
E&H Farms grows gourmet mushrooms in Oakdale, CA and sells them at farmers markets throughout the Bay Area and Central Valley. While they offer fresh mushrooms at markets, at The Shoppe you’ll find their mushroom gummies and tinctures, created to support wellness and healthy living.
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Essential Bath Bomb Scents
BATH BOMBS & STEAMERS
Essential Bath Bomb Scents offers handcrafted bath bombs designed to bring beauty, relaxation, and luxury to every bath. Each bath bomb is made with care, featuring unique scent blends that soothe the senses and calm the mind. With a variety of fragrances - from refreshing citrus to soft florals - and available in multiple sizes, there's something for every mood and moment.
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Fantozzi Honey
LOCAL HONEY
Fantozzi Honey is based out of Patterson, CA and is owned and ran by Thomas Fantozzi. Thomas Fantozzi started beekeeping after taking a beekeeping class in college in San Luis Obispo. He grew up on a family farm in Patterson, California and began with just two beehives in 2017. His apiary has now grown to 50 colonies. In addition to selling honey and pollinating local crops like almonds, pumpkins and melons, Thomas also creates and sells several small-batch hive products including honey sticks and bee pollen.
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The Flower Press
PRESSED FLOWERS CARDS
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Frogs and Chaos Studio
ART PRINTS
Frogs and Chaos Studio is ran by local 16 year old Oakdale Young Entrepreneur (OYE!) Jocelyn. She began painting as a child but focused her craft more intensely in the last four years or so. Her favorite media is watercolor but she has experience with others. She loves painting human emotion and nature and her work is playful and whimsical.
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Frontier Organics
TALLOW BASED SKINCARE
Based in Oakdale, local small business Frontier Organics takes pride in their handcrafted skincare products. Established in 2024, they specialize in rendering and purifying grass-fed and finished beef tallow which forms the base for their moisturizers, lip balms, cosmetics, and more. They take pride in being Oakdale proud, raising their own cattle and ensuring that they enjoy a top-notch, grass-fed life from start to finished.
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The Glitter Sea
EARRINGS
The Glitter Sea was created and is owned by 12 year old Oakdale Young Entrepreneur Audrey. The Glitter Sea began in October 2020 when Audrey started making earrings for family and friends and Audrey quickly turned it into her own business. Profits from Audrey's business go towards her dancing adventures from Main Street in Disneyland to New York Macy's Day Parade.
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Green Vine Canning
PICKLED VEGETABLES
Green Vine Canning is a boutique cannery working out of a commercial kitchen in Turlock California. They specialize in making pickled products with a little spice. All products are made with Whole Foods no additives or preservatives. Hand packed with the freshest produce available.
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Hicks Handmade
HAND CROCHETED TOYS
Hicks Handmade is ran by 12 year old Oakdale Young Entrepreneur Ellie. Established in 2023, Hicks Handmade has participated in two seasons of the Oakdale Morning Market. Ellie makes crochet creations of all kinds including a Hicks Handmade original mini cow squish. -
Homestead
JAMS, JELLIES, & SCONES
Local Kristin Bruns runs Homestead Goods, your source for all things homestead including home canned jams, jellies, fruits and sauces. Established in 2020, all jams and jellies are sourced from local produce and feature both regular and spicy jam for all you charcuterie and bread needs. Kristen’s famous scones are also available occasionally, as well.
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Hoof Hearted
ALPACA DRYER BALLS & WOOL BOWLS
Hoof Hearted is a family-run farm in Oakdale, CA, raising alpacas and chickens with care and dedication. Most of their products are grown, raised, or crafted on the farm and hand-processed to ensure eco-friendly and sustainable quality. At The Shoppe, you can find their alpaca dryer balls and wool bowls, with every purchase supporting the care of their animals.
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Jewelry by Mamta
PERMANENT JEWELRY
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K-Nine Closet
DOG BANDANAS
K-Nine Closet was established in 2023 by high school Oakdale Young Entrepreneur Grace Kjeldgaard. Grace started K-Nine Close with bandanas and beds for pets for the Oakdale Morning Market in 2023 because she has a heart for animals, especially shelter animals. She adopted her dog Luna, a sweet rat terrier, in February of 2020 and ever since she has been drawn to helping shelter pets get adopted. With the help of her business, photography skills and social media she has learned how to promote shelter pets and help them find homes faster.
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Kristen's Cookies
HANDMADE COOKIES
Family Owned and Operated, Kristen's Cookies is based in Tracy, CA established by Kristen Almanza in 2022. With close to 30 years of experience, Kristen specializes in cookies and uses quality ingredients to make the best cookies you'll ever have. With flavors like classic chocolate chip to toasted s'mores and peanut butter/cookies & cream she hopes you enjoy her cookies as much as she enjoys making them for you.
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Love In Loops
HAND CROCHETED TOYS
Love in Loops Crochet is a female owned small business specializing in modern and cozy crochet items. Based in Modesto, CA and ran by Lauren Orlando, Love in Loops makes all her products by hand - from baby accessories, lovey “snuggies” and stuffed animals to home decor and holiday decor. With a passion for crocheting and a love of sharing what she creates with her customers, Lauren is excited to show you her latest creations.
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Lads Home Ranch
SEASONINGS
Established in 2017 LADS Home Ranch serves local communities with fresh and sustainably & organically grown produce. Seeing the need for community supported sustainable agriculture in their area, they made their dream a reality and supply local communities with CSA boxes loaded with fresh, sustainably & organically raised food.
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Leatherhead Concepts
HANDMADE LEATHER GIFTS
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Made by Marilyn
HAND-SEWN BOWL COZIES & APRONS
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Masterpiece Coffee
COFFEE
Masterpiece Coffee is a wholesale boutique coffee roasting company with two locations in NorthernCalifornia; Novato, north of SanFrancisco, and Oakdale, in the Central Valley. We love coffee and strive to present you with the ideal coffee experience!
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Mazzeltov Farms Soap
GOAT MILK BATH & BODY SOAP
Mazzeltov Farms Soap is a female run, handcrafted bath and body company specializing in handcrafted goat milk soap. Established in 2020 by Bethany Rainer, all Mazzeltov Farms products have fresh goats milk from their own little herd of goats and are formulated with the highest quality ingredients with a promise that all are free from sulfates, phthalates and parabens.
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Mobaak Armoa Co
Mobaak is a woman-owned California brand that creates natural, non-toxic lifestyle products designed to replace harsh chemicals in the home. Founded in 2017 by Heather, the company started as a small project and has grown to include two locations, offering products in boutiques and retailers across the U.S. Mobaak is committed to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and helping people live more intentional, toxin-free lives.
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Naturacentric
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Naturacentric, founded and run by Natalie Meneses Martinez, empowers people to take charge of their health and wellness through high-quality, small-batch, eco-friendly products crafted with care. They partner with local beekeepers and farmers to create raw, herbal-infused honeys, elderberry syrup, fire cider, herbal tonics, bath products, beeswax salves, candles, and more. Since 2018, this Turlock-based apothecary has also supported environmental nonprofits, donating a portion of sales to planting trees and protecting bees.
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Pandemic Clay Designs
JEWELRY
Marlene Naranjo is the designer and creator behind Pandemic Clay Designs. Established in March of 2020, Marlene brings unique and one of a kind handcrafted polymer clay earrings with a design for everyone. Pandemic Clay Designs is based in Turlock, CA and each unique statement earring is slowly handmade from polymer clay with extreme care providing delicate, quality and easy to wear one of a kind earrings.
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Pluripotency
HERBAL WELLNESS BLENDS
Pluripotency, founded in 2023 by Elizabeth Vass, offers handcrafted herbal products from organic teas to salves, facial oils, and magnesium sprays. Based in the Sierra Foothills, Elizabeth combines medical and holistic expertise to create premium formulas and guide others in crafting their own herbal remedies.
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Pollock's Porch
HAND-SEWN CREATIONS
Pollock’s Porch features handsewn creations by Angela Pollock, including quilted book sleeves, crochet washcloths, reusable cloth bowl covers, and wristlet keychains. Each piece is thoughtfully made to bring comfort, color, and everyday usefulness into your home.
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Remi Candle Co.
SOY BASED CANDLES
Based in Oakdale, CA, Remi Candle Co hand-pours 100% soy candles using USA-sourced wax and phthalate-free fragrances. Each candle is crafted with care to bring warmth and comfort into your home.
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Renewed Again
GREETING CARDS
Karen loves all things paper. Her goal is to keep the art of letter writing alive. She loves to give paper a new life in the form of greeting cards and believes everyone and everything deserves a second chance.. Her greeting cards are made from items that have been used in the past and deserve to make someone happy again.
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Rustic Den Boutique
WOOD ENGRAVED JEWELRY & GIFTS
Rustic Den Boutique is a laser engraving business that offers unique gifts for any occasion. From earrings and hair clips to bottle openers and charcuterie boards, they have the perfect gift for your loved ones, friends or yourself. Owner Melissa Jones has had a life long passion for art and creating. She enjoys bringing her passion for nature and art to her engraving work.
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Stella & Gray
SCRUNCHIES, HEADBANDS, & BOWS
Stella + Gray is owned and ran by local Modesto mother of three Tessa Workman. What started off as a fun hobby making bows for her daughter Stella in 2018 slowly became her full-time job over the course of 2 years. She specializes in creating hair accessories for every occasion life brings. From scrunchies to bows, headbands to clips, Tessa handcrafts a variety of styles suitable for all ages and adventures. With Stella + Gray you are guaranteed to discover something perfect for every woman in your life.
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Stitches by Marta
APRONS & BAGS
Stitches by Marta is a boutique stitchers owned by Marta Castro. She specializes in handmade creations with a simple mission - provide high quality items to enjoy! A true artist in her craft, Marta creates beautiful products including crossbody and tote bags, car bags, coin pouches, key rings, eye care, kindle covers, aprons and more! Established in 2021.
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Stone Candles
STONE CANDLES
Beautiful handmade candles created by local brothers. These candles are made from stone that is locally sourced and burn on lamp oil. They are the perfect centerpiece for your table or a wonderful gift for family and friends.
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Studio King
JEWELRY
Artist and creator Alex King, of Studio King, makes custom, food safe, resin and flora art, grazing boards and unique, modestly priced custom jewelry. Based in Riverbank, California, Alex's stunning custom charcuterie boards and mixed media art and handmade jewelry is one of a kind.
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Tallowme Moore Co.
TALLOW BASED SKINCARE
From Sonora, CA, the Moore's, a husband and wife duo, own and operate Tallowme Moore Co. out of their quaint little cabin in the foothills. They offer locally sourced (from Oakdale) and handcrafted skincare made from tallow. From moisturizer, deodorants and lip balms Tallowme Moore Co. offers a wide range of prices ensuring a little something to fear for everyone. Occasionally they also handcraft small batch unique soaps for their Oakdale Morning Market booth.
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Veritas
NATURAL HAIR & HOME PRODUCTS
Established in 2023, Esmeralda Lopez, artisan vendor behind Veritas, sells natural handmade hair body and home products. From solid hair shampoos and conditioners to body bars and solid shaving cream, to multipurpose cleaners and dish sop blocks. Handcrafted in Jalisco, Mexico, Veritas is committed to eco-friendliness and natural ingredients. Proudly made in Mexico but distributed from California, join Veritas on their sustainable journey staying true to nature.
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Wood Colony Lavender
LAVENDER OIL & SPRAYS
Wood Colony Lavender Farm is a family-run lavender farm on the west side of Modesto, planted in 2023 with 700 lavender plants surrounded by walnut orchards and rich farmland. They are dedicated to sustainability, growing lavender without pesticides, herbicides, or synthetic chemicals of any kind. Every step - from planting and harvesting to distillation and bottling - is done by hand with care, resulting in pure, natural lavender products crafted with intention.
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Yummy Nuggz, LLC
NATURAL DOGS TREATS
Yummy Nuggz began with a simple goal: to find healthy, trustworthy treats for their dog, Bunker. After struggling to find quality options, they created a single-source destination for all-natural, minimal-ingredient, and sustainable dog treats. Focused on quality and transparency, Yummy Nuggz offers treats that support coat health, heart wellness, brain development, and active lifestyles.
Apply to have your items in The Shoppe
The Shoppe on 3rd Avenue welcomes artisans and vendors from Oakdale and the surrounding region, especially those creating unique, handcrafted products that align with the store’s aesthetic. If a product doesn’t initially fit, The Shoppe is open to collaboration to adapt it in a way that works for both the artisan and the store.
While applications for existing product types are considered, the main focus is on expanding the variety of offerings for visitors.
