MEET THE CREATORS
VISUAL ARTS
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MEGAN MACDONALD
2026 + Studio Art, AD/PR
Owner of Megan's Museum
Certainly JOY, specifically in all caps. :) I hope the bright colors and fun messages help brighten up spaces all over campus after arriving home after a long rewarding day.
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Cannon Hawley
2027 + History & French
Owner of Scrawley Draws
I hope to share my passion for arts and creativity through my business. I come from a long line of artists, and have grown up in a home full of hand-made treasures from my relatives. I hope to share that sense of community and foster a love of art through my creations.
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EMMA WIEBER
2026 + Advertising & Public Relations
Owner of the Dainty Daffodil
I hope to share my passion for the jewelry and embroidery I make with people, and the love I put into each design.
FIBER ARTS
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PAYTON WILKINS
2025 + Media and Journalism
Owner of Crocheted by Payton
I hope my art will bring others as joy as I get from designing and creating. Crocheting is my happy place. It takes my mind off anything negative, and I want my stuffed animals to provide that same sense of calmness. I also want to help others stay true to their inner child. You’re never too old to stop loving stuffed animals!
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COURTNEY HUMPHREY
2027 + Business Administration and Peace, War, and Defense
Owner of Court Does Knots
Court Does Knots hopes to promote an inclusive community throughout every single interaction on campus. I strive to provide a warm atmosphere that makes every customer feel welcome
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MARINA MESSURA
2026 + Political Science and Global Studies
Owner of Made By Mar
Through my crochet works, I hope to share joy and excitement from my products. I love to make these pieces and projects, and I can only hope that my excitement and joy in creating these products is shared with those who they go to.
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NATALIE BOYLSTON
2026 + Biology
Owner of NB Hooksters
I would love to expand beyond UNC to other platforms and audiences! I love making new things, from clothes to stuffies, and I am excited to continue to do something I love to spread joy to others!
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EMILIE POWELL
2027 + Neuroscience and Music Performance
Owner of Comfort Creatures
At my shop we love all things soft, cozy, and huggable. These creations are meant to bring you comfort - hence the name Comfort Creatures! No matter who you are, we're sending you comfort - one plushie at a time ♡
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JILLIAN OAKES
2027 + English & History
Owner of Love-Me-Knot Crochet
Love-Me-Knot Crochet is the name under which I market and sell my fiber art. I’ve been crocheting on and off since middle school, but it was through Student-Made UNC that I could finally leap into selling my work! For me, Love-Me-Knot represents all the time and effort I’ve put into honing my craft – long hours, needle pricks, craft store trips and all – to reach a point where I feel confident producing goods to sell.
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PAIGE EAST
2026 + Studio Art
Owner of Loubird Makes
I would like to provide people with high quality arts and crafts that bring them joy and/or provide a function.
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HANH NGUYEN
2025 + Psychology
Owner of Cat Play Yarn
Through Cat Play Yarn, we hope to share crochet's calming and joyful essence. My goal is to spread comfort and happiness with every handmade plushie, inviting people to experience a little bit of cozy joy in their daily lives.
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MAKENZIE CLARK
2027 + Women and Gender Studies and Biology
Owner of Crafts By Makenzie
At Crafts by Makenzie, a lot of thought, care, and love is put into each and every item that is made. My hope is that the people who buy my products will love these items just as much as I did making them and that they make their day just a little bit better.
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JASMINE HARRIS
2028 + Psychology & Business
Owner of UNEEK Designs
I hope to create custom and creative experiences for all, providing unique opportunities for customers to express themselves.
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LOLA EDWARDS
JEWELRY
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ANNA ROUTH
2026 + Public Policy and History
Owner of Crow-Stitched Jewelry
Uniqueness in my crafts is important to me; I love that I can make jewelry that people haven’t seen before. I hope to make something for everyone so that no matter your interests or style, you can find something special here. I’m also selling UNC themed jewelry, so I’m looking to promote school spirit. Go Heels!
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LIZ VAUGHAN
2025 + English - Creative Writing
Owner of Snowlux Steampunk
I hope my creations help those who wear them to feel imaginative, fun, and expressive, just like the fantasy stories & styles I love. Most of my designs are inspired by the tabletop games my friends and I write and play. I want to impart the excitement I feel about our collaborative storylines to anyone else who’s looking to add some unique fantasy aesthetics to their life.
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CORA WILLIS
2025 + Psychology
Owner of The Birds and The Beads
I hope to share fun and happiness with people through my business! It brings me so much joy to make things and even more joy when someone is happy about what they are getting from me.
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ALYSSA CRANE
2028 + Advertising and PR
Owner of Crane Createz
I aim to inspire creativity in those who feel they’ve lost their imagination. Creativity seems to be less valued as we grow up, and I hate seeing that spark diminish in those with such potential. I create with hope it inspires someone else to do the same.
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JENNIE SUH
2025 + Psychology
Owner of Jennie Suh
I hope people feel a sense of comfort because each bracelet was made with so much intention. My designs were inspired by all the people I love in my life, and I hope they are able to remind you of someone in yours as well!
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ANA GUEVARA
2028 + Media and Journalism
Owner of Pixie Treasures
I hope that these jewelry pieces bring joy and fun into people's lives. And most importantly, I hope that they allow for people to feel confident enough to express themselves and their style!
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CAITLYN RUFFIN
2026 + Medical Anthropology and English
Owner of Fairymonger
My mission is to help people authentically express themselves through their jewelry.
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ANNA RICHARDSON
2027 + English & Comparative Literature
Owner of Whaletailbeads
Taking the leap of faith has been the most challenging thing for me. In creating a new business, there’s no way to know whether or not you’ll succeed, so spending the time and money creating products is always a risk. I hope, though, that it’ll have been a risk well-worth taking.
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SARAH NOVAK
2028 + Biology
Owner of Novak Creations
I hope to help people know that if you think something is cool, whether it be a random idea that popped into your head or something you saw on pinterest, use it to inspire what you do. Someday you will find something that you are passionate about creating, and then you can use that to keep people thinking creatively.
DIGITAL ART
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ANNA YI
2027 + Ad/PR and Business Admin
Owner of Sooni Stickers
My goal is to embody positivity and fun through my creations. I started selling purely out of passion and desire to share it with others, and that motif has stuck with me even as I have grown. I think the most successful business is one that can consistently make others happy.
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ALEXA ANQUILO
2026 + Psychology and English
Owner of Sticky Mango
I hope to share my art through cute tangible products that people can find joy in!
FASHION
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ZYAH BOSTICK
2027 + Undecided
Owner of Lotus Eater
Nails are a fun way to express creativity and also wear and share your art with people. I get a lot of inspiration from other artists and I hope people feel inspired by my work as well.
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SARAH NOVAK
2028 + Biology
Owner of Novak Creations
I hope to help people know that if you think something is cool, whether it be a random idea that popped into your head or something you saw on pinterest, use it to inspire what you do. Someday you will find something that you are passionate about creating, and then you can use that to keep people thinking creatively.
JOIN STUDENT-MADE UNC!
We’re always looking for more student-creators and entrepreneurs to join our community! We welcome all kinds of businesses, and we can’t wait to see what you’re making.