The Crafty Lotus Co. is an artist-led small business devoted to handmade creations infused with intention, symbolism, and soul. Every piece is designed and crafted by me, blending artistry, intuition, and a love for the mystical—no two creations are ever exactly the same. This is a space for those who feel the quiet pull of the unseen and appreciate art made with purpose.
Where art and magick intertwine. ✨
SPIRE Paranormal is a local investigation team. We specialize in helping home and business owners.
Joshua Purvis is a paranormal media creator and co‑founder of Stream Beacon TV, a leading streaming platform dedicated to paranormal, horror, and true‑crime storytelling. With more than a decade of exploring unexplained phenomena, Josh brings his passion for investigation and narrative to life through original series like Searchers and Small Town Secrets, connecting audiences with real‑world mysteries and immersive field work. His work on BeaconTV has helped shape a new generation of paranormal content by blending documentary rigor with compelling storytelling. Whether on screen or behind the scenes, Josh continues to push boundaries in the paranormal genre and entertain curious minds worldwide.
Tony Szabelski is a seasoned paranormal investigator, historian, and expert guide best known for his work with Chicago Hauntings Ghost Tours, where he leads immersive explorations of the Windy City’s most haunted locations and chilling stories. With years of experience sharing ghost lore, mob history, and eerie encounters through walking tours, trolley investigations, and multimedia appearances, Tony brings Chicago’s supernatural past to life with passion and authenticity. A skilled storyteller and investigator, he has also been featured on local news and podcasts highlighting haunted history and paranormal exploration.
Selling very rare Beatles Tarot decks . Voted Best psychic medium of Chicago 2021
Sam Baltrusis, author of Ghosts of Salem and featured in The Curse of Lizzie Borden shock doc, has penned more than a dozen paranormal-themed books including Mass Murders and Ghosts of Sleepy Hollow: Haunts of the Headless Horseman. He has been featured on several national TV shows including the Travel Channel’s A Haunting, Most Terrifying Places, Haunted Towns, Fright Club 1 & 2 & documentaries like The House in Between 2 and History’s Most Haunted. Baltrusis is a sought-after lecturer who speaks at libraries and paranormal-related events across the country.
Dale Kaczmarek is a veteran paranormal investigator, author, and president of the Ghost Research Society, one of the longest‑running research organizations in the field. Investigating supernatural phenomena since the 1970s, Dale has examined thousands of hauntings, authored influential field guides and books on ghost hunting and spirit photography, and leads immersive haunted history tours throughout the Chicago area. Known for blending scientific inquiry with open‑minded exploration, he continues to teach, write, and share his decades of experience uncovering the mysterious and unexplained.
Dave Schrader is a renowned paranormal investigator, author, and television personality known for his deep dives into haunted history, unexplained phenomena, and the mysteries of the afterlife. As the host of The Paranormal 60 Podcast and a familiar face on The Holzer Files and Ghosts of Devil’s Perch, Dave brings decades of experience, compelling insight, and a bold curiosity for the unknown. Whether behind the mic or in the field, he continues to inspire and challenge audiences to explore the world beyond the veil.
Spooky style for the brave and curious! Para Wear is your go-to shop for paranormal tees and hoodies, run by a woman with a passion for the supernatural. Whether you're into ghosts, cryptids, or the unexplained, we've got the perfect gear for your rizz.
Splendid Scale Designs brings wonderfully whimsical, silly, and beautiful reptile stickers, bookmarks, and more. Whether you are a herpetology enthusiast, reptile keeper, or lover of all things scaly and unique, there is sure to be a design to delight you!
Deidre Sanford, of Violet Flame Healing Arts, is a certified psychic medium, trauma-informed holistic coach, and healing practitioner who helps others reconnect with their authentic selves and move forward in life with clarity, confidence, and peace.
Blending her intuitive gifts with extensive training in holistic therapy, Pranic Healing, and emotional recovery practices, Deidre offers a compassionate and grounded approach to personal transformation. Her work bridges the energetic and the practical—helping clients uncover the emotional roots of old patterns, release stored trauma, and strengthen their inner foundation so they can feel comfortable in their own skin and trust their own wisdom. Deidre has also been associated with multiple paranormal investigation teams and has been given the nickname "Paranormal Therapist" due to her ability to learn about the emotional nature of the spirits she engages with while investigating.
Jak has had a passion for writing all his life, beginning as a child by drawing comic strips and then moving on to writing short stories for his own pleasure. After a few of his peers had read some of his stories and showed interest in them he was encouraged to get published. After some thought, Jak decided to develop a world different from the stories and characters he had been working with all his life and create something new. Something small. That idea turned into The Last Demon Hunter, a far cry from the idea he began with. From a short story about a murderer, an epic adventure was born. Jak's one-shot story has evolved into an expanding series.
The ever-Lovin’ Blue eyed Scott Beaderstadt is best known for his critically acclaimed self-published TROLLORDS.
He has also done work for Marvel, DC and Archie Comics. Scott is a major contributor to the LAUGH-A GRAM Studios, which is a Walt Disney studio in Kansas and has done Pinky and the Brain T-shirt designs.
Wildlife and Horror Artist creating Hand Drawn Art in Chicago Area. Veteran of the Comic Book Industry.
Crystal Energy jewelry handmade in MN with genuine stones and crystals. Intentional jewelry to support the energy within.
Dark Fantasy Art by Alissa Rindels Walton
We provide a beautiful selection of handmade crystal jewelry, metaphysical protection tools, uranium glass jewelry, animal bone creations, and more!
Chris Fleming is a world-renowned paranormal investigator, medium, and television personality with over five decades of experience exploring spirit communication and life after death. Best known for his work on Dead Famous, Ghost Adventures, Portals to Hell, and Psychic Kids, Chris blends intuitive ability with pioneering investigative methods. He co-developed the SB7 Spirit Box and helped shape modern ghost hunting techniques. A near-death experience and recent recovery from leukemia have deepened his spiritual insight. As host of the Spirit Talk podcast and a frequent guest on international paranormal series, Chris continues to explore the mysteries that connect us to each other and to the unseen.
A local herb and tea apothecary located in the heart of downtown Dekalb, Il. Thyme ’N Again Apothecary is a heart-centered herbal haven, home to over 160 dried herbs, more than 40 handcrafted tea blends, and a full line of small-batch natural body products. Wander our shelves and you’ll find incense, smudges, crystals, and metaphysical treasures chosen to support your rituals, healing, and daily magic. We also proudly offer local farm-fresh eggs, pure honey, and our own infused honeys — a sweet taste of community and earth-made goodness.
Creator of creepy and horror dolls and other oddities
Haunted Happy Hour specializes in crafting premium spirit-infused coffees, featuring rich bourbon, smooth rum, and other hauntingly delicious flavor profiles that are anything but ordinary. We collaborate with historic locations and paranormal entities to create unique, themed coffee experiences that bring stories to life in the most flavorful way. When we’re not brewing, you can catch us on the Haunted Happy Hour Podcast, where we dive into legends, lore, and all things spirited. Blending quality beans, curated spirits, and a touch of spooky charm, we deliver unforgettable experiences that linger long after the last sip.
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Robbin Terry is the owner and steward of Ashmore Estates, the historic former Coles County Poor Farm turned iconic paranormal investigation destination in Ashmore, Illinois. Since acquiring the property in 2014 with his wife Norma, Robbin has dedicated himself to restoring the landmark and honoring the memories of its past residents while welcoming investigators, historians, and curious visitors from around the world. Under his care, Ashmore Estates has become a respected site for professional research, private tours, and paranormal exploration, blending historic preservation with a commitment to understanding the unexplained.
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Colourcat Designs creates haunting visual art! Hand cast and painted plaster skulls, prints and stickers, along with original paintings can all be seen and acquired for a spooky touch to any home!
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Barnaby Jones is a respected cryptozoologist and paranormal researcher based in Wisconsin, best known as the founder of the Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society (CAPS). He hosts the popular shows Monsters on the Edge and The Paranormal Spectrum on the Untold Radio Network, where he shares insights from years of field investigation into unexplained creatures and haunted phenomena. His work has been featured in American Paranormal Magazine, My Haunted Hometown on the T+E Network, and countless podcasts. Whether exploring abandoned buildings or deep forest trails, Barnaby and his team are dedicated to uncovering the mysteries that lie just beyond the edge of the known.
Cyn was once accepted at Universal Studios art program and regrets turning down that oportunity ever since, Now a tattoo artist for 25+ years and doing Concept art and designs in her free time as a hobby.
Amelia Cotter is an accomplished author, folklorist, and paranormal researcher whose work bridges haunting history, ethereal storytelling, and lived experience. With books like Where the Party Never Ended: Ghosts of the Old Baraboo Inn and This House: The True Story of a Girl and a Ghost, she brings depth, empathy, and curiosity to every investigation. Amelia’s voice has also been heard on Coast to Coast AM, Hometown Horror, and in ghostly documentaries. Blending scholarship with spirit encounters, she inspires audiences to listen for the whispers between worlds.
Tucked in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Séance at Tiffany’s is more than a metaphysical boutique—it’s a space for connection, intention, and magic.
Here you’ll find spell kits, ritual candles, crystals, herbs, oils, tarot decks, and handcrafted tools to support your spiritual path—whether you’re just beginning or deep into your craft. We offer intuitive readings, workshops, and events that honor every seeker’s journey, with no gatekeeping—just community, curiosity, and growth.
We’re a little witchy, a little woo, and a lot of heart.
Come explore, ask questions, and find what calls to you.
Your path is yours—we’re just here to light the candles along the way.
Seasoned Tarot/Intuitive Reader with the Natural Touch of Mediumship and Channeling. Shari Potter from Dekalb’s own Seance at Tiffanys will be at Obscura Paracon to offer you insightful guidance and a connection to the unseen realms. Let’s explore the threads of fate, gain clarity on your journey, and uncover the whispers of the universe together. Join me for empowering tarot sessions and the possibility of reaching beyond the veil. Looking forward to connecting with you on this shared mystical path.
I take unused and unwanted porcelain dolls and up-cycle them into the creepier versions of themselves. all hand painted, clothes hand dyed when needed all with a touch of dark humor. all designed from the dark depths of my kreepy little brain.
Rare resin handcrafts, carefully forged for your collections.
We provide a place to find some of those unique items you need in your life. From Fun Gadgets to Collectibles you can find items for decorating a basement, man cave, woman cave or even a garage. Great Gifts for most everyone!
An individually women owned practice specializing in all things promoting spiritual, emotional and physical wellness.
Brews herbal teas to medicianlly treat ailments, creates spell-infused soaps and candles, as well as spell bottles for protection and negative energy banishment. Also makes satchels, tinctures and salves to alleviate anxiety-based conditions. I strongly believe in natural remedies and holistic healing approaches.
Original Horror Art, Paintings and More!