Welcome to the Sixth Annual Design Winter Market!
Welcome one and all to the Sixth Annual Design Winter Market! This webpage is the online companion to an emerging tradition within the Department of Design at Ohio State. During the Winter Market, an on-campus event and online exhibition, guests will encounter limited-edition—and, in several cases, unique—products designed and produced by design students and affiliated staff. Products will be available to purchase for a limited time only!
The Sixth Annual Design Winter Market features:
- Home Goods Shoppe – Each of the eight “home goods” products, designed by third-year industrial design students as part of an Autumn 2023 studio course, strike a balance between addressing the needs of users, demands of small-run production, constraints of a limited budget, and approaches to sustainability.
- Greeting Card Station – featuring more than two dozen hand-crafted, seasonal stationery products, designed and produced by students in the design foundations program
- SADR Digital Fabzone – featuring holiday ornaments crafted by SADR Staffer Joshua Gagliardi
- Design Ventures Showcase – featuring product offerings from small businesses owned by current design students
- Special Guests: Student League of Independent Ceramicists – popping up for one more sale before the holidays! Offering a smattering of mugs, cups, candles, vases, jewelry, planters, trinkets, and so much more!
Winter Market Products will be on sale for a limited time on December 6, 2023, and only on-location (from 10 AM-12 PM in front of Hayes Hall on Ohio State's campus). Proceeds from this year’s Winter Market benefit the student-led Ohio State chapters of Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) and Columbus Society of Communicating Arts (CSCA).
How It Works
Preview Sixth Annual Design Winter Market products online, then visit our on-campus location to purchase during a limited time window: products will be on sale during our on-campus Winter Market event from 10 AM-12 PM in front of Hayes Hall on Ohio State's Columbus campus on December 6, 2023. In years past, products sell out in mere minutes!
Products must be purchased with Design Winter Market tickets, which will be available to purchase on-location during the event. All ticket purchases must be completed in-person via our online system – we cannot accept cash or other forms of payment in-person.
There will be no shipping options for purchases. All purchases must be picked up during the on-campus Winter Market event. Although discouraged, you may request alternate pickup arrangements by contacting Assistant Professor William Nickley at nickley.3@osu.edu.
For those products that have multiple variations or colors available, customers will make their selection during pickup on a first come, first served basis.
All sales are final, no refunds. No expressed or implied warranties.
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Special Thanks
The student designers (and their Professors) would like to extend a special thanks to six industry professionals—some of them OSU Design alums—who contributed to the development of these products through their participation during studio critiques and/or guest lectures: Todd Perkins, Laura Lenhart, Achala Kovuru, Stephanie Owens, Robert Strouse, Merijn van der Heijden, and Catalina Munoz Ariaz.
Additional special thanks to members of the student chapter of CSCA at Ohio State, who designed the Fifth Annual Design Winter Market brand identity and guidelines: Lilyana Bryan and Ciera Yamarick, which were further adapted for this year's event.
Home Goods Shoppe
Shelf-Shifter
Designers: Kayanaat Chaudhry + Gage Kime
Materials: reclaimed pine, wood glue, reclaimed tote bags, craft sticks, oil
Year: 2023
Product Description: The Shelf-Shifter is a customizable shelf that can take multiple forms to display what you like in the way you like. Designed to mount on the wall, the Shelf-Shifter allows you to make your wall your own. Made with reclaimed pine-wood and tote bags, this shelf gives old materials a new life. We all have things we are proud of whether it be books, baseballs, photos, trophies, or anything else, the Shelf-Shifter will fit to anything you need. With the Shelf-Shifter, you can shift your stuff your way.
$55
Paw Pal Pillow Cover
Designers: Beibei Wang + Emily Straughn
Materials: reclaimed bed-sheets, Poly-Fil, polyester zippers, thread, snap buttons
Year: 2023
Product Description:
Snuggle up in style with the Paw Pal Pillow Cover – a cozy and functional addition to your relaxation routine. Made from upcycled bed sheets sourced from friends and classmates in the Department of Design, our product features a pillow case compartment and detachable paw-shaped mittens. Take sustainability into your own hands by contributing your own unused bedding to transform your Paw Pal Pillow Cover into a fully personalized pillow. With a range of patterns to choose from, customize your Paw Pal in countless ways to satisfy your comfort needs.
$45
Bite Size
Designers: Eason Chen & Emma Bergman
Materials: reclaimed hardwood, mineral oil
Year: 2023
Product Description: Just in time for the holiday and gift-giving seasons, Bite Size will fulfill your hosting needs. Inspired by the classic charcuterie board, we elevate the wasteful toothpick appetizer to a reusable, finely crafted eating experience. Bite Size is a party serving board with 12 individual scoops, made from a variety of hardwoods and finished with food-safe mineral oil, for the sharing of one-bite dishes or quick sips. The concave shape of the scoops, designed for both solids and liquids, embodies versatility and artistry, making your parties more enjoyable. Handcrafted and sustainability-focused, it's more than a board; it's a celebration of taste and community.
$55
Sensory Stitch
Designers: Erin Shaw + Jude Gill
Materials: reclaimed fabric scraps, reclaimed fabric from old clothes, reclaimed ceramic containers. reclaimed ribbon, Poly-Fil, wooden chopsticks, , airbrush paint, single-use plastics (bags, receipts, packaging, etc.), waxed cotton cording, thread, super glue, dried beans or rice.
Year: 2023
Product Description: Sensory Stitch is a delightful blend of creativity and sensory exploration with each individual set showcasing its material’s character and history. Our touchable fabric flower display is made from recycled fabric scraps, single use plastics and well-loved clothes. Engage your senses as you squeeze, crinkle, and smell the interactive decoration. Whether displayed as a centerpiece on your table or adorning a shelf, Sensory Stitch brings a touch of life to any room. Pick out your Sensory Stitch, make it yours, and remember to stop and touch the roses.
$40
Pierogi Pouch
Designers: Elise Aultman + Mark Celestina
Materials: reclaimed bus seat vinyl, reclaimed fabric from old clothes, upcycled HDPE plastic bags, thread
Year: 2023
Product Description: Introducing the Pierogi Pouch: a dual purpose pouch placemat that transforms from a pierogi-shaped carrying compartment, holding your eating utensils and napkins for on-the-go convenience, to a functional circular placemat, effortlessly setting up your dining space wherever you go.
With the idea of sustainability at heart, the Pierogi Pouch is crafted with reclaimed materials from classmates and professors in the Department of Design, and ensures longevity and sophistication. Its compartment keeps utensils organized during transportation, eliminating the problem of messy utensils and the hassle of rummaging through your bag.
Cleaning is a pinch—simply wipe down the surface, and you're ready for the next meal. Beyond its practicality, the Pierogi Pouch is a statement piece with its unique shape and carefully chosen colors, adding a touch of elegance to your dining setup. Whether you're heading to a picnic, office lunch, or a casual outing, the Pierogi Pouch combines portability with on-the-go style.
$25
Spiceology
Designers: Mark Boyd + Morgan Brown
Materials: reclaimed hardwood
Year: 2023
Product Description: Welcome to the world of Spiceology, a place where you can create and mix your own custom spice blends. Inspired by the artistry and theatrics of mixology and cocktail shakers, you can use Spiceology to measure, mix, shake, and store your very own spice blends for anything from custom tea blends to marinades. Impress your friends with your Spiceology skills by creating blends that introduce their tastebuds to new experiences and mouthwatering flavors. Handcrafted from reclaimed wood, made with intention and aesthetics in mind, the Spiceology mixer is sure to become a timeless and lasting addition to your home kitchen.
$25
Squared Away
Designers: Harrison Dodd + Sharon Longdong
Materials: reclaimed wood, canvas tote bag straps, silver eyelets, screws, hinges.
Year: 2023
Product Description: Presenting Squared Away, the wooden wall decor that effortlessly transforms into a functional shelf. Handcrafted from reclaimed wood and repurposed canvas tote bag straps, this home good’s versatile design can adapt to multiple spaces in your home. The flip-down mechanism reveals a hidden storage space, allowing you to hide away those items you don’t always want on display. Your Squared Away purchase includes a pair of screws and drywall anchors to mount this on your wall. Whether you're looking to declutter your living room, optimize your workspace, or for a space-saving bedside table, Squared Away is the solution to your storage and decor needs!
$50
Tradishions Trivet
Designers: Brett Enders, John Paul Kuepper, Peter Maczuzak
Materials: plywood, reclaimed fabric, water based polyurethane
Year: 2023
Product Description: The Tradishions Trivet combines functionality, flexibility, and fidget-friendly features. Made for any surface, this dynamic dining accessory can handle your hottest dishes and keep you company at the dinner table. Made with sustainability in mind, this trivet utilizes repurposed fabric and triangular cut wood to be foldable for easy storage or molded to create fun forms. Whether you have a cozy dinner for two or a festive family gathering, the Tradishions Trivet effortlessly adjusts to your needs. It's ready now, so before your food gets cold, make this trivet the centerpiece to all of your family traditions!
$30
Greeting Card Station
Designers: 1st-year students enrolled in the design foundations program
Materials: paper, ink
Year: 2023
Description: 1st-year design foundations students have crafted 22 bundles of one-of-a-kind, seasonal greeting cards. Guests will find a wide range of designs reflecting studies of nature through pattern, which result in beautiful abstractions that invite us to reflect on and interpret the natural world around us. Texting is out – we are reviving the personal hand-written note to encourage connecting with others this holiday season!
Prices: $5 small bundle of 1-2 cards / $10 large bundle of 3-5 cards / $15 XL bundle of 5+ cards
Design Ventures Showcase
Designers: Dominique Flaksberg
Materials: varies
Year: 2023
Description: The Design Ventures Showcase, well, showcases ventures captained by design students. This year, we feature Circular Bodies, which designs wellness products using circular practices to achieve sustainability. From ingredient sourcing, to post consumer waste, we select the best practices available to make sure your body, your home, and our planet will be in the best place possible.
Circular Bodies products are hand made in small batches by our founder Dominique, and our mission is to inspire circularity in everyday living, through education and the offering of a non toxic, mostly organic collection to your body and home.
Prices: $5+
SADR Digital FabZone
Designers: SADR Staff: Joshua Gagliardi
Materials: white stoneware clay, glaze, off-the-shelf hangers
Year: 2023
Description: For 2023, the SADR Digital FabZone presents holiday ornaments. 3D modeled using parametric software (Fusion 360), a mold form was 3D printed in the SADR Fablab, then a rubber mold was made from resin form, followed by a cast plaster version of the original resin mold form. Finally, ornaments were slip-cast in the plaster mold, glazed and fired.
Prices: $25 each, 2 for $45
SLIC Ceramics Sale
Designers: Student League of Independent Ceramicists (SLIC)
Materials: ceramic
Year: 2023
Description: The Student League of Independent Ceramicists is popping up for one more sale before the holidays! We'll be offering a smattering of mugs, cups, candles, vases, jewelry, planters, trinkets, and so much more!
Prices: $10–$75
Learn More
To learn more about the Winter Market, view our interview with the Winter Market collaborators or explore Performance of Making: Winter Market—a collection of short videos that illuminate hidden potential in materials and processes that informed and inspired the collaborators' final Winter Market designs. Both pieces of media are from the Third Annual Industrial Design Winter Market in 2020.
