Hmong American Makers at AGAIN
When you go to Again, make sure to come to Mixed Blood Theatre early: From opening night and onward, each show will also have a Hmong American maker tabling in the lobby. You might find apparel, glassware, fabulous pet accessories, candles, or something totally different. While we understand that people can’t stop by every night to meet the 10 amazing makers we have lined up, scroll down to learn more about them and find out how to stay updated on their craft!
Baysic.Arts by Sue Lor
Sue Lor is a Hmong small business owner. She created this business back when COVID had just hit in 2020, and after a two-year break, she came back to making and sublimating glass cups and other crafts. This year, Sue is focusing on growing her business and offering more variety. | @baysic.arts on Facebook
Chanior Posh Paws by Matha Vang
Chanior Posh Paws is a modern pet supply and accessories shop that was created from Matha’s love for making accessories for my pups. Based in Minnesota, the brand is Hmong-influenced and inspired by her Pomeranians, Chanel and Dior. Matha wanted a creative outlet to express herself and where she could combine her passion for creativity, fashion, and love for people and furry babies. After having trouble finding unique accessories that fit my personal style and aesthetic, she decided to create my own brand. | chaniorposhpaws.com, @ChaniorPoshPaws on Facebook
Love Rainie by Rainie Kong
From a colorful studio in the Twin Cities, Love Rainie creates works that are inspired by the things Rainie Kong cherished in her childhood. She hopes to spread the joy of nostalgia to all those who love and support her work, no matter their age or gender.
Love Rainie’s range of work includes digital art, stationery, decoden trinkets, handmade jewelry, accessories, and more! Cute, colorful, and fun for everyone! | @loverainieshop on Facebook and Instagram
MISAI by Sai Chang
MISAI is a slow-made and small-batch fiber art jewelry art and accessories brand inspired by vintage craft ornaments Hmong mothers, aunties, and grandmas used to make. Sai Chang’s work is centered on revitalizing techniques traditionally used while offering a modern and elevated way to wear the iconic shapes everyday. | shopmisai.com, @shopmisai on Facebook and Instagram
Studio Tou by Tou Her
Tou Her is an artist who received his BFA in illustration from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. He works in a variety of mediums to represent the Hmong culture and share their history and folklore with the world. Especially as he sees the traditions and language disappearing from today's youth, Tou aims to bridge the new generation with the old. He hopes his art will create a dialogue of exploration between parents and children. | touher.com, @studio2estore on Facebook, @studiotou on Instagram
TRIN Collective by Trinity Vang
TRIN Collective was curated for those listening, learning, and amplifying. TRIN Collective aims to educate and promote ethical sustainability and advocacy as an ongoing effort. Our goal is to celebrate Black, Indigenous, Queer & Trans, and Women of Color through art and community. TRIN Collective is a twin cities-based brand that focuses on styling, and creative directing, as well as a curated line of jewelry and hair accessories. | trincollective.com, @trincollective on Facebook and Instagram
The Infinite Candle Co. by Wennicha Yang
Wennicha Yang is a Hmong American spiritual intuitive, mental health advocate, and chandler. She is the owner of the Infinite, a candle company that aims to provide a therapeutic and spiritual process for folks to slow down, reground, honor their being, and feel infinitely connected to the divine by the ritual of lighting a candle.
Candle-making emerged as an artistic outlet to grieve the loss of her little brother, and to commemorate the infinite connections we all share with our ancestors, the divine universe, and ourselves. The Infinite offers a variety of hand-made soy-wax candles that are combined with intentional botanicals and fragrance oils. | etsy.com/shop/TheInfiniteCandleCo, @theinfinitecandlecompany on Facebook and Instagram