Jar Hugger

04/22/2026

Visit this one-stop shopping destination for spring décor and gifts just in time for Mother's Day!

Have lunch and browse locally crafted handmade goods from over 100 vendors.

Visit Jar Hugger in Booth 90 near the front door.

Bob Keefer Center in Springfield
12pm - 5pm Friday and Saturday.

04/05/2026

Heading out for a long wander? The Jar Hugger Water Bottle Satchel is exactly what you need. It’s durable and lightweight, keeping your water bottle close at hand. And that cargo pocket? It’s not just for phone and keys. Today, it’s about collecting treasures: that perfect ocean-tumbled agate, a few shiny mussel shells, or maybe a tiny, perfect piece of driftwood. The satchel is a simple way to help you stay hydrated and unencumbered, living in step with the waves and the light, in rhythm with nature.

www.jarhugger.com

03/19/2026

Three days left to bid on incredible local items and experiences through the Little French School's annual fundraiser: French Night Out. There's over 120 items including item #17: A Fungi Adventure with the Cascade Mycological Society, which includes a pair of handmade mushroom earrings by Kris McDuffie, and a collapsible foraging bag from Jar Hugger!

Auction ends 10pm March 21st.

https://event.auctria.com/91eef43d-1944-4f1c-a20b-3a0e949aa156/a780d600ec2e11e9ae081db830846aa5?2bd25550ec3411e98fdeb3a273cf08d8%2FcurrentPage=0&2bd25550ec3411e98fdeb3a273cf08d8%2FselectedItem=1503335e-eea7-4370-84e1-6e828bab7046

01/27/2026

It's not too cold to go on a hike. Wear layers and be prepared to shed them. Get sweaty and push yourself a little. Be uncomfortable and breathe. Let your worries go and get present with the sights and sounds, and smells of nature.

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01/27/2026

11/22/2025

The Hydnellum Peckii is actually more common in Oregon than I realized. I've spotted this mushroom three times now, mostly in the Cascade lake area.

It is prized in the mushroom dyers community for the variety of colors it produces, and is currently being studied for its anticoagulant, and antibacterial qualities, as well as it's potential use in treating Alzheimer's.

If you're interested in it's dyeing abilities check out www.mycopigments.com to learn from
Alissa Allen: a naturalist and textile artist based in Washington state. Her teaching approach draws inspiration from mentor Dorothy Beebee, following the tradition of Miriam Rice.

11/14/2025

Yachats is full of incredible Amanitas and lots of other mushrooms. We got here last night and immediately went into the woods. We found Amanitas that were practically glowing in the dark. We also brought back a meals worth of chanterelles. I love this time of year. Probably because I was born during this time!

11/05/2025

Not sure what to get your cat for Christmas? How about one of these?

I make them from my fleece and hand dyed canvas scraps. I chop up the fleece and infuse it with locally grown catnip/silvervine mix. Each toy is filled nice and full and is topped off with real chicken feathers. Your cat is sure to go WILD!

Grab one at the Eugene Holiday Market in two weeks! Booth 122.

10/31/2025

Hugsy Elf and I have started production because Holiday Season is here! My first market is next Friday and Saturday at the Bob Kiefer Center in Springfield. I'll also be at the Eugene Holiday Market every weekend from Nov 22nd Through Dec 21st.