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I’m Nicole and I’m a visual artist and creative facilitator exploring art as a portal back to the self—and to each other. Through a great, great, perhaps too many mediums, wearable art, and experiences of all kinds, I design spaces where people can release expectation, reconnect with how they feel, and remember creativity as something they can return to again and again. Fee free to bee bop around. I’m so glad you’re here.
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These tomato dangle earrings are a tiny ode to tenderness, joy, and the things we choose to carry with us.
Made from lightweight mirror acrylic, they catch the light (and attention) with every turn—playful, a little unexpected, and full of life. The design is inspired by The Book of Delights by Ross Gay—specifically the image of him traveling with a tomato plant, nurturing something living and bright wherever he goes.
These earrings are a reminder that delight can be grown, carried, and shared.
That even something as simple as a tomato can be a symbol of care, curiosity, and connection.
Wear them when you want to feel a little more alive. 🍅✨ Hand designed and assembled by me.
We’re going small this month. Like… really small.
Guided by the magical Bouncing Beagle Bakery (Don’t not look at this IG profile), we’ll be making hyper-realistic tiny charcuterie boards—little cheeses, fruits, the whole deal—things that make you do a double take like “wait is that real?”
And… there will also be actual, edible charcuterie because of course there will be.
No experience needed. just come ready to zoom in, make something with your hands, and lean into the details.
Fair warning: you might get weirdly proud of a tiny wedge of brie.
If your eyes require additional light for super small things and you have a headlamp.. please feel free to bring it. Otherwise, tiny lights will be available as well. 💛
🖐️ All materials + guidance provided
☕ Light snacks + sips included
💌 You’ll leave with the tiniest cheese board ever and oodles of delight
✨ Space is limited — grab your spot while it’s open
Please note the photos shown will likely not be exactly what we make the evening of. The artist will guide us through the experience of creating what we as beginners can reasonably make within the class duration.
Where: The Rainbow: 2910 University Ave
When: Wednesday May 20, 2026 | 6-8pm
Cost: $65
Details + Refund Policy: This experience begins at 6pm. Feel free to park in the North Park Garage located at 3829 29th St. The hourly cost is reasonable if you can’t find street parking. The address of The Rainbow is 2910 University Ave. No refunds. Due to the intimate nature of our classes, we are not able to offer refunds. You are however welcome to send someone in your place.
MAKE is a monthly series hosted by Mara Altman and Nicole Zappala where we gather to connect and create over accessible creation. Experiences are guided by our hosts or in some cases, we invite artists and makers in to guide us. Check out some of the MAKEs we’ve done on Instagram.
The ones that started this collection. They’re not just earrings—they’re wearable art.
Made from lightweight mirror acrylic, they catch the light, reflect your movement, and WILL get comments. I promise.
Because remember you’re not just wearing art— you are it. ✨
make. create. play.
make. create. play.
