LeafyAndy & ModesittMarkets

05/17/2026

05/13/2026

Fruity Fest is baaaack ✨🍎😈 Imbibe in some locally grown community joy with us next month at !! YES babe, you only have 30 days to get your juiciest little outfit picked out 🧃🥵 !!! Saturday, June 13 from 1-6pm!!!

Is it okay to be this loudly fa-gay-ty on META? I don't know, I don't care! The world is scary. Is it a recession indicator if half America's g**s are looking like straight people again?? My love, don't closet your colors 🌈

All artists (&organizers) at this market identify as some flavor of queer/LGBT+. Also, they're areally real people who do NOT use generative Ai and could use your support! Soooo..... If you are NOT sorry to be a fruit, or to love a fruit, or even just to support their right to be a fruit-- well c'mon down sweetness 💘

This year there's going to be more art (shock!), craftivities, mutual aid, and CIDER!
-Most artists are open to barter & trading, so bring your goodies!
- The fabulous Flo & Eeva from
will be hosting a gigantic free clothing swap
- Resident plant expert Morgan .soupy will be wandering around the propagation station, possibly sprouting a new antenna
-And, uh, more! One sec, gotta send some emails 😎 😅 🫪 (im sry im like this) (no im not hehe)

This event is organized by me via and hosted through the generosity of !

The applications are currently and I am still looking for more artists. I am focused on Fat, BIPOC, & /or Disabled Q***r artists who could use some support, visibility, and fun 💖 If you're already on my mailing list, the application was mailed out at the beginning of May. Otherwise, please join the Modesitt Makers list in my bio and I will send you the Fruity Fest application 😉

WHAT KINDA FRUITY ARE U

04/28/2026

Uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh idk how to add photos to a post so here's another also it's past my bedtime hehe goodnight love ya :3 💖

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Notes draft that I edited into this post, sorry it's hard to read. Again, email will be coming by Friday that also will generally say this stuffs and also have the new mini app 🥳🤪

"Thank you everyone for your kindness. I just want to add that I am financially stable, I'm sorry if I worried anyone.

I used taxes as an example of a way I wasn't treating myself right. I would want/expect any other employer to pay me a reasonable hourly wage with reasonable hours and reasonable expectations. The reality is that imposter syndrome, social media requirements, personal-professional relationship stress, and perfectionism were more damaging than any monetary situation. I didn't let myself rest. Even my few "camping weekends" included hours of laptop work.

I made plenty in table fees to pay myself a minimum wage, but I didn't. It didn't feel like I deserved that. I put free activities & their associated materials, supplies to make events more maker-accessible (extra canopies, tables, masks, earplugs), and free-low cost opportunities for artists before all else. I *don't* regret that, but I do regret treating myself in unfair ways. If I was better at ~business things~ (&budgeting), I likely still could have done everything about the same as I did, I while also being ~nicer to myself~ emotionally, physically, and financially 😅🫂

The goal has always been for the markets to have great communication, free activities, financial accessibility, and a focus on artists otherwise fuuuucked over by our system. I feel successful in all of that, and so grateful.

What I realized over 2025 was that I didn't know how to build a structure that could be sustainable long term without melting into run of the mill capitalism---" out of space

04/28/2026

Temporary post~ also on my story, just wanted to make sure it was seen 😅❤️

Fruity Fest (Saturday June 13th) apps will be sent to those on the ModesittMarkets sign up by Friday, May 1st. Both of the markets will have an even larger focus on free events & tabling than before. For example, the fabulous will have 2-4 canopies of free clothing to share with the community! I am unsure what the total number of artists spaces available will be, but it will likely closer to 20-30 than the typical 40-50 (between full & half canopies) typically hosted. If you have an organization, cause, or activity you'd like to table, feel free to DM or email me.

xoxoxoxoxoxo, sleepy andy landy

12/17/2025

Join us this Saturday (12/20) for Handmade Holig**s 12pm - 6pm for a one-of-a-kind community event and art market! Check out over 30 local artists who all identify as LGBT+ &/or BIPOC, and whose holiday would be greatly impacted by your support!!

🎂 Skill Shares & Craftivities: , , , and . Sign up links 🔗 are in my bio, or walk in day-of!

🎁 The Wrapping Room: A comfortable space with everything anyone would need to wrap presents alongside chill wintery rap, jazz, and r&b.

💌 Give & Take Room: A dedicated space for food, toys, clean clothes, books, hygiene products, etc. Bring donations to share, and take what you need~ (No used socks or underwear, please...😅)

🤝 This market is Barter & Trade friendly. When vendors & customers alike arrive, you will have the option to wear a colored wristband to indicate that you are open to bartering & trading. Vendors can still sell as regularly while using the wristband, and they have the right to turn down or negotiate any offers! 

💌 Come stamp your passport, and check out their page to learn more about other participating businesses!

🫶 Applications are closed for vendors, but we are still seeking volunteers! DM me or look at the links in my bio for more info~

💖 Handmade Holig**s is organized by and hosted through the generosity of ***rmunityMN. Grab a drink from their cafe to help support them as you enjoy the Holig**s!

🎇 Personal Note: This organizer does not host generative AI and/or Zionist creators, and does not welcome lCE to our events. Thank you for respecting this 🫂

12/14/2025

Less than a week til Handmade Holigay ❄️🎁 Join us this Saturday (12/20) at ***rmunityMN from 12pm to 6pm for a one-of-a-kind community event and art market!

Check out over 30 local artists who all identify as LGBT+ &/or BIPOC, and whose holiday would be greatly impacted by your support!!

Follow along to see artist spotlights throughout the week ✨ Swipe right to learn more about the event ↪️

🎂 Skill Shares & Craftivities: , , , and . Sign up links 🔗 are in my bio, or walk in day-of!

🎁 The Wrapping Room: A comfortable space with everything anyone would need to wrap presents alongside chill wintery rap, jazz, and r&b.

💌 Give & Take Room: A dedicated space for food, toys, clean clothes, books, hygiene products, etc. Bring donations to share, and take what you need~ (No used socks or underwear, please...😅)

🤝 This market is Barter & Trade friendly. When vendors & customers alike arrive, you will have the option to wear a colored wristband to indicate that you are open to bartering & trading. Vendors can still sell as regularly while using the wristband, and they have the right to turn down or negotiate any offers! 

💌 Come stamp your passport, and check out their page to learn more about other participating businesses!

🫶 Applications are closed for vendors, but we are still seeking volunteers! DM me or look at the links in my bio for more info~

💖 Handmade Holig**s is organized by and hosted through the generosity of ***rmunityMN. Grab a drink from their cafe to help support them as you enjoy the Holig**s!

🎇 Personal Note: This organizer does not host generative AI and/or Zionist creators, and does not welcome lCE to our events. Thank you for respecting this 🫂

Hey friends, which winter holiday are you most excited for right now 🤩?!

12/10/2025

Handmade Holig**s skill shares, workshops, & classes! Join us in just ten short days to support local artists, learn something new, give and take what you need, and make new friends 💖 
Poll- What are you most excited to do at Handmade Holig**s ❄️?

Poll - What are you most excited to do at Handmade Holig**s?!

Crafty Cake Decorating- Take a sweet break with ~ Decorate a variety of "treats" including herb grinders, picture frames, small mirrors, & more! Classes at 12:30pm and 4:30pm. Sliding scale $20-$50, NOTAFLOF. Cap of 10 students, sign up link in bio! 

Fiber Freaks & Friends - Knit, crochet, embroidery, oh my!? Come hang out with in a welcoming space with free resources & plenty of help~ Beginners very encouraged to join! Skill Share Space 1:45 - 3pm. No cost, donations welcome.

Witchy Winter Workshop - Brew your very own simmer pot of positivity with ! Create a  “cauldron” with a variety of uses, including cleansing and manifestation. Class at 3:15-4:15pm

Sliding scale $15-$35, NOTAFLOF. Cap of 12 students, sign up link in bio! 

Clay Pit Craftivities - Join Soren from to make a variety of seasonal goodies with air dry clay. Make an ornament they’ll treasure forever! This activity will run for the whole event in Q***rmunitys Town Hall space. Free/Pay-what-you-can, NOTAFLOF!

Handmade Holig**s is on 12/20 from 12-6pm at Q***rmunity in Minneapolis! Handmade Holig**s is organized by and hosted though the generosity of ***rmunityMN. All are welcome, hate is not.

Poll - What are you most excited to do at Handmade Holig**s❄️?!

12/06/2025

Hello friends! We got an update from that they have no more space for donation drop offs 😲 THANK YOU so much for your support!!

You CAN still bring donations day-of (12/20) for the Give & Take spaces + the free Wrapping Room. We will definitely be needing more giftwrapping materials 🎁 ❤️

Please DM me () if you have donation questions! Q***rmunity is the space we're hosting at, but not part of the organizing team~ Please be kind to their staff!! They're incredibly helpful and friendly, but may not have the answers to your Holig**s-specific questions 🫶

Alt text will be added later, apologies, I don't want to have AI do it 🙏

We can't wait to see you on the 20th!!

12/01/2025

Happy December everyone, Handmade Holig**s Makers Market & Community Event is coming up fast!!!

We are seeking gently used & new goods for the Community Give & Take Space and for the Free Wrapping Room ♥️ Yes, most fundraisers only let you bring things-- But we want everyone feel they can take what they need, too! You can drop off donations beforehand, or bring them day of to the event.

Please like, comment, and share to help this post be seen. M3ta has been making it difficult to share about this event, and has been deleting posts from my drafts 😅 probably cuz it's so GAY and FULL OF LOVE!! Just like you 😉?

Follow for more Holig**s info, soon we'll be posting the activities, class schedule, and vendor spotlights 😉❄️

11/24/2025

Hey friend! As our community grows, more hands are needed to make sure we can provide accessibility help & fun, free activities 🥳!! Every event is only possible thanks to the amazing volunteers who help along the way 💖

If you or anyone you know might be interested in helping out, there are SO many ways to get involved! Follow the 🔗 link in my bio for the Volunteer & Activity Lead Sign Up 😉

There's a new signup option, too! Volunteer-Makers are folks who are interested in helping at the event, but also would appreciate a chance to show some of their art. Volunteer-Makers generally have a shared table space, which can be watched by one volunteer while the rest help with other things 🤘

Have you had fun at a ModesittMarket as a vendor, volunteer, or visitor? Tell us about it in the comments!

Slide Descriptions:
1- a map of the Twin Cities Metro with text reading, "Hey Friend! Imagine Twin Cities makers markets with free activities focused on LGBT+, BIPOC, Fat, & Disabled artists + allies. Well, here we are, and we'd love for you to join us!!" Subheading: "Volunteers & Activity Leads: Help artists load, set up signage, keep an eye on the free activities, any way you wanna get involved!!" Subheading: "Apply as a Volunteer-Maker! Help while ya sell"

2- Video from Second Sunday Makers Market (June '25) at showing a sunny parking lot set up with canopies and people milling around.

3- Video from Bottoms Up Market & Show (June '25) on the rooftop of showing canopies set up, people interacting, and performing with the mill district in the background.

4- Video from CiderWeen (October '25) on the patio of panning across rows of canopies into the distance before zooming in on the Punch Card Prizes sign.

5- amazing human, friend, volunteer, and multi-talented-craftshuman showing how to make a print using multiple colors, blending pinkish and blue onto a hand carved stamp before pressing it onto the paper, rolling it flat, and carefully lifting it. The stamp was also carved by Jane!

Have you had fun at a ModesittMarket as a vendor, volunteer, or visitor? Tell us about it 🫶!