Meet the Makers
VT Gear Makers Festival celebrates companies that are based in Vermont. We love that folks are creating durable products and job opportunities in our small state. Check out these makers online (links on logos) then come see them in person at the Fest!
Thuja
(thoo-yuh)
Professional quality, locally made, custom outdoor clothing.
Trash Gear Co collects waste plastic from the local community, shreds it up, melts it down and turns it into one of a kind MTB mudguards and saddle mounted rear fenders.
Your story, mapped in wood. Treeline Terrains captures your experiences and the places you love in a 3D-wood carving. Using satellite technology to perfectly replicate the mountains, valleys, and lakes where your memories are made, each carving is hand-finished in our Monkton, Vermont workshop.
We make performance underwear for athletes, designed by women for women, and made in the USA in the most sustainable way possible.
Dedicated to the slow design movement, Ministry of Culture specializes in thoughtfully designed hats, waxed canvas bags, and sustainable clothing. We integrate low-waste practices, source USA-made materials, and emphasize reuse models to create high-quality functional pieces geared to last with a minimal footprint.
Based in Stowe, Vermont, BirdieBlue is an outdoor adventure brand committed to generating joy and protecting our #birdiebluedays by turning OLD, discarded ski clothes into NEW personality filled, and sustainably created bags and accessories….keeping as many clothes out of landfills as possible.
Class 4 Designs is a bespoke and small-batch manufacturer of bags for the outdoor recreation industry. We craft simple, intentional products that will last a lifetime of abuse wherever your skiing, biking, or hiking will take you.
JenGreenDesigns allows the professional woman to go seamlessly from bike to board room! Check out our classically tailored pencil skirt: zipper goes up for easy biking; zipper down, and into the office you go!
tove wear garments are created for makers & change makers, designed to be go-to companions for years of creativity, inspiration, and action, and providing work-to-play versatility across generations while not compromising on durability, sustainability, or style.
Mola aims to bring a small scale approach back to clothing production with thoughtfully designed baselayers, mid-layers, & comfort wear. Mola apparel is designed for the activities we enjoy in Vermont from the Green Mountains to Lake Champlain.
We pride ourselves on a brand that is fully customizable, making each hat and beanie unique. Each is hand sewn and knit by women in New England. Our beanies keep you warm and our truckers keep you cool. You will never want to take your hat off.
Buggies Bags is a woman-owned adventure bag company that is crafted in the charming village of Johnson, Vermont. We prioritize upcycled materials for durability and sustainability, ensuring our bags withstand daily use and rugged adventures.
Max Jennings is an elementary PE teacher by day and a crafter by night. He has been experimenting with fabric and design through his business, Meet Max VT for 10+ years. His latest projects include flannel bandanas, cloth napkins, zippered pouches and fanny packs.
Good Threads Start Here
Burlington, Vermont’s south end was once a thriving manufacturing hub. Now, that growth, skill, and vitality is coming back with Fourbital Factory as a beacon for both brands and people. Our state-of-the-art facility combines eco-conscious apparel manufacturing, product innovation, and workforce development.
Deliberate Life Designs makes handmade, minimalist running sandals for any adventure. Each pair is made to order selecting from a wide assortment of models, colors and even foot shapes.
Hootie Hoo is a woman-owned company providing top-tier technical apparel for children. We believe that many of life’s most valuable lessons and habits are cultivated through outdoor experiences. Our passion lies in creating high-quality gear designed to empower children to “Outplay The Elements."
Authentic Sherpa brand. Functional, natural fiber products, handcrafted in Nepal for the active, caring, and outdoor lifestyle.
Adventurous Threads is a mobile and online consignment business that aims to provide affordable outdoor gear and reduce waste by keeping high-quality outdoor equipment in circulation.
At Alpine Gremlins, we are constantly looking for new ways to make gear lighter and more packable. Our Dyneema® based softgoods will keep your gear dry and organized, allowing you to focus on the adventure ahead.
Fifth Season Canvas creates compostable bike bags made from Waxed Canvas, Hemp, Leather and Brass; gear that lasts for years but not forever. Our bags and products are made by one gal in Middlebury, Vermont.
Dion and NeviTREK Snowshoes design, build and sell snowshoes. With decades of experience in the snowshoeing world, we can equip our customers with several options: from snowshoes for running and racing to winter hiking to general outdoor enthusiasts and first-timers. Our snowshoes are proudly made in Vermont, USA.
SDR Clothing Company offers custom screen printing & embroidery and manufactures custom dye-sublimated bike jerseys for MTB & Gravel/Road. They also produce a small retail line of casual & technical MTB apparel with a punk/metal/hardcore aesthetic.
Little Guitar - Big Sound! Hand-crafted from eco-friendly HEMP in Vermont and a true joy to play, ideal for travel and adventure!
Rugged Durability - Ultimate Portability - Exceptional Tone and Playability - Eco-Sustainability
Sandbox is a local, no-bound creator space set up to disrupt fast fashion through small batch sustainable production, custom projects and textile reuse. We are proud to offer walk-in alterations, tailoring & repairs, second-hand clothing, workshops, private events, makers swaps and our newly announced kids camp!
Goat leather work gloves, handmade in Vermont since 1920.
Based in Stowe, Vermont, JORDE women's skiwear aspires to withstand the elements while also giving individuals the freedom to express themselves through playful colors and sleek silhouettes. The designs are thoughtfully curated through sustainable materials and responsible practices.
Vendor slots are full for the 2024 Fest. But there’s always next year…