2013 Audience Choice Awards


If you're a creative entrepreneur in the areas of food, craft, design, style, gardening, or technology, nominate yourself for a chance at $10,000 to further your business, plus a trip for two to New York City.
Nominate Yourself

About the Movement


American Made elevates the maker, supports the local and celebrates the handmade. The journey culminates in a signature event this October in New York City. Join us and uncover the next generation of great American Makers.

Mark Your Calendar


This is your chance to join the editors of Martha Stewart Living at the American Made Workshop. Whether you're discovering new makers on our site, sharing your latest local finds, or voting for the Audience Choice winner -- we want you to be a part of the movement.

  • Nominations
    Starts June 20, 2013

    Nominate yourself or other inspiring creative entrepreneurs.

  • Online Voting
    Starts August 26, 2013

    Vote for your favorite American makers.

  • American Made Workshop
    October 16 - 17, 2013

    Join us for our annual event in New York City.

Maker of the Week


Rose Story Farm

In an industry where plants are often treated with synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, Rose Story Farm's beautiful organic blossoms are an American treasure.

Photography: Ray Hom

Our 2012 Honorees


Last year, our community honored 11 Makers for their creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit. Here are their stories.

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    Crafts
    Felion Studios

    Alisa Toninato

    Madison, WI

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    Design
    Sawkille Co.

    Tara De Lislio & Jonah Meyer

    Rhinebeck, NY

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    Community
    Growing Power, Inc.

    Erika Allen

    Chicago, IL

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    Design
    Wythe Hotel

    Andrew Tarlow, Jed Walentas & Peter Lawrence

    Brooklyn, NY

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    Food
    Cup4Cup

    Lena Kwak

    Yountville, CA

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    Garden
    Flora Grubb Gardens

    Flora Grubb

    San Francisco, CA

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    Food
    The Cellars At Jasper Hill

    Andy & Mateo Kehler

    Greensboro, VT

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    Fashion
    MAKIÉ

    MAKIÉ Yahagi

    New York, NY

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    Crafts
    Mudshark Studios

    Brett Binford & Chris Lyon

    Portland, OR

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    Technology
    Art.sy

    Carter Cleveland

    New York, NY

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    Audience Choice
    Bee Man Candle Co.

    Brian Howell

    Canastota, NY