The 5 Best Farm Market Vendors Around Aspen

Farm Market Vendors are often the heartbeat of mountain-town Saturdays — places where locals trade recipes, travelers pick up something handmade, and makers get to share their craft directly. In the Best of Aspen, Snowmass and Basalt contest, the farm market vendor recognition highlights the people who show up early, work with their hands, and bring a sense of community to food and art. Each vendor tells a story in their offerings, whether it’s a batch of kettle corn made under bluebird skies or a piece of art shaped by the valley’s light. These makers don’t just sell goods; they share a sense of place.

Aspen Kettle Corn

Aspen Kettle Corn is one of those familiar sights where mountain air meets the irresistible smell of fresh-popped sweetness. Known for small-batch preparation and that satisfying crunch-salty-sweet balance, the business brings a lively spirit to local markets and outdoor events. The product is simple by design — popcorn, sugar, a bit of magic, and timing — but the experience feels nostalgic. It's the kind of snack that reminds you of summers outside, good music, and stopping mid-stroll to grab a warm bag before it’s gone.

Emily Chaplin Fine Art

Emily Chaplin Fine Art reflects the alpine environment not in a literal sense, but as mood, texture, and tone. Her work often focuses on the interplay between color fields and light, the way seasons shift in subtle increments, and the emotional landscapes tied to wilderness. Chaplin’s studio presence at local markets offers something quiet and contemplative. Her pieces invite viewers to slow down — to notice color the way you notice sunrise hitting snowfields, or the afterglow of a cloudless evening.

Leah Potts Art

Leah Potts brings a vibrant, playful energy to her paintings, often working with bold palettes and dynamic brushwork. There’s a joy to her art — something that feels like standing in a meadow in July or having a laugh with a long-time friend. Potts shares her work in approachable ways, engaging with visitors who stop by her booth to ask about process, inspiration, and the stories behind each piece. The result is more than art for a wall — it’s art meant to be lived with.

Caitlin Dunn Jewelry

Caitlin Dunn Jewelry blends craftsmanship and natural materials into timeless, wearable pieces. Her jewelry often features stones and metalwork that speak to the rugged elegance of the surrounding Rockies. Dunn’s approach is rooted in the handmade — every link and setting shows attention to detail. People often find themselves returning to her work for gifts, for personal keepsakes, or simply because one piece leads naturally to wanting another.

Ceramics By Chase

Ceramics By Chase creates functional pottery that is thoughtful in both design and feel. These are pieces made to be used — the mug that becomes your everyday favorite, the bowl that fits just right in your hands. Chase’s style balances rustic tones with refined shapes, showing a love of clay and fire as much as finished form. At market booths, the pottery often draws people in visually, but it’s the tactile connection — the weight, the glaze, the curve — that makes them stay.

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