Awareness of Rareness
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Wares Supporting Rares
“In the U.S., about 30 million people—half of them children—have a rare disease.”
— GAO-22-104235
Chief Tinkerer:
David Stansel-Garner
Chief Enabler:
Ailurus Hendricks
ARareness is a small but determined creative studio dedicated to elevating awareness of rare diseases and disabilities through thoughtful design and modern small-batch manufacturing. We use innovative fabrication tools—such as advanced 3D printing—to create products that spark curiosity, start conversations, and build connections within our communities.
Our mission is simple: make the invisible visible. By blending education with craft, we aim to shift how people think about assistive devices, accessibility, and the lived experiences of people with rare conditions. Every product, display, and event appearance is designed to support that shift.
You’ll find us throughout the Pacific Northwest at local markets, fairs, community events, and educational outreach tables. ARareness is where creativity meets purpose—and where every interaction becomes a chance to learn something new.
Support us on Patreon
Follow us on Patreon to learn more about the behind-the-scenes of this AuDHD fever-dream of ours. Your monthly support allows us to continue making products, supporting disabled artists and business owners, and helping rare disease nonprofits raise money for operations.
What we sell
We partner with disabled craftspersons to consign or wholesale products at our local booths and through our online services (if needed). Are you interested in consignment or wholesale? Contact us today, and we’ll reach out!*
*We are disabled, so please be patient as energy levels fluctuate.
We also bring market-specific items designed by a variety of craftspeople. Many items are designed in-house, and we are authorized sellers of Kekreationsart 3D, Fexi 3D, and an Official Hive 3D Printing Commercial License Holder (Hive ID #C57735594X).
