JASON SETNYK
The SoapLadz Mother’s Day Market returned to Cornwall Square, drawing steady foot traffic as shoppers browsed a wide range of locally made goods ahead of the holiday. The event brought together artisans and small businesses offering everything from bath and body products to clothing, candles, and specialty foods.
The market emphasized supporting local makers while giving residents a convenient place to find unique gifts. Visitors had the opportunity to meet vendors directly and learn more about the products, many of which are handcrafted or produced in small batches.
Among the vendors was Buns Donuts, a Morrisburg-based micro-bakery run by owner and head baker Fred Devaul. The business operates without a permanent storefront, instead relying on pop-ups, pre-orders, and local events. “For quite some time, my mom used to have a bakery about 20 years ago in Morrisburg, and I used to do it then, and I just started up again the last few months,” said Devaul. “Right now, I’m just taking them on the road as a startup. This is my first market, and we have more lined up,” he said.
Devaul’s specialty is old-fashioned potato donuts, made using a family recipe passed down through generations. “This is a recipe that was handed down from my great-grandmother. They’re made straight from potatoes,” he explained, noting the use of locally sourced ingredients. He said the product’s appeal lies in its simplicity and nostalgia. “They’re not sweet. They’re not factory-made. These are all cut one at a time by hand, and it just brings back a lot of memories for some older people.”
The market’s timing ahead of Mother’s Day echoed Devaul’s return to baking, shaped by the time spent and memories made in his mother’s shop.
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