While my aesthetic these days leans heavily into the sleek, pseudo-futuristic charm of mid-century modern design—think the 1960s vision of tomorrow—I’ve always carried the heart of an old punk rocker and Goth. That side of me, dark and brooding, tends to surface, especially during the holiday season. Candlelight, heavy shadows, and a glass of something warming in hand—it’s my kind of festive.
For some time now, I’ve been on a quiet quest for the perfect chalice—a vessel worthy of sipping wine, mead, or Glögg in a room bathed in flickering candlelight. Despite endless scouring of the internet, nothing quite fit. Then, as if by magic, I stumbled across exactly what I was seeking at the Weirdos Market—a local treasure trove of the unusual and extraordinary.
And there she was, in all her glory: Cynthia Loewen, an old friend and fellow modern-day witch. We first crossed paths years ago on a film set, one of many in our shared acting days. Cynthia now channels her creative energy into Mystic Fusion Art, a collection of handcrafted pieces that feel like relics from another time—each steeped in Gothic mysticism and medieval craftsmanship.
Her work is a perfect blend of raw and refined: metal-fused drinkware with the spirit of Viking feasts and Gothic banquets. Heavy chalices, Viking drinking horns, lidded steins, and mugs, each piece is as solid and satisfying to hold as it is to admire. Beyond drinkware, her creations extend to candleholders, curio boxes, witchy wands, kaleidoscope viewing staffs, and custom jewelry.
Discovering her booth felt like uncovering a hidden gem—one I’d been searching for all along without knowing where to look. As someone deeply committed to supporting local makers, finding Cynthia at the Weirdos Market was a reminder that sometimes the perfect fit isn’t out there on some faraway site; it’s right here in the community, waiting to be noticed.
If you’re looking to infuse your holiday season with a touch of Gothic elegance—whether for yourself or a gift—I wholeheartedly recommend reaching out to Mystic Fusion Art. As for me, I’ve found my perfect chalice, and I’ll be raising it in celebration of the season.
