Kitsap Bazar, Tayler is the heart of the vendor events in Kitsap.

If you have spent even a little time in Kitsap, chances are you have found yourself wandering through one of Taylor’s events, feeling that unmistakable sense of community she creates so effortlessly. When I had the opportunity to sit down and hear her story, I was immediately struck by how deeply it resonated with my own. There is something incredibly special about the way she pours into this community, lifting up local vendors and creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and celebrated. It all feels beautifully full circle.

Kitsap Bazaar began as just an idea in 2020, during a time when so much of the world felt uncertain. But in that uncertainty, Taylor saw a need. Her first market launched in 2021, and from there it grew into something far beyond what she imagined. What stands out most is that she did not wait for the perfect moment or a clear roadmap. There was no blueprint, no easy guide. It was built through persistence, long days of figuring things out with the county and the city, and the willingness to keep going even when things felt messy. That resilience is woven into every event she creates.

Her wins are not always loud or glamorous. Sometimes they look like a quiet moment in the car with an iced coffee before stepping back into the demands of motherhood. But those small pauses carry so much weight, especially when you understand what it took to get there. As a mother of three, with two little ones just a year apart, she has built this business in the middle of some of the most exhausting and demanding seasons of her life. And still, she shows up. That kind of strength is not something you plan for. It is something you discover when you have no other choice.

What Taylor has created goes far beyond vendor markets. She creates moments. Spaces filled with laughter, connection, and energy. Her favorite part is watching someone step into their first successful market and seeing that spark in their eyes when they realize they can do this. That feeling never gets old for her, and it is clear that it is at the heart of everything she does. She saw talented people without a platform and decided she would be the one to build it.

Her roots in this community run deep. Having grown up here, attending Pinecrest Elementary, Fairview, and Olympic High School, Kitsap is not just where she lives. It is part of who she is. Being able to give back to the same place that shaped her life adds a layer of meaning that you can feel in every event she hosts. It is not just business. It is personal. 

Looking ahead, she is dreaming even bigger. Events like Witches Night Out and Bremerton Bites are more than gatherings. They are experiences filled with personality, creativity, and connection. And beyond that, she hopes to one day create a permanent space, a true home base where vendors and the community can come together year round. A place where opportunities are accessible, especially for those who feel like they are starting from nothing.

Through it all, what she has learned about herself is simple but powerful. She does not quit. Even when she is overwhelmed or exhausted, she finds a way forward. She has learned to protect her time, to set boundaries, and to understand that starting messy is better than not starting at all. Perhaps most importantly, she has seen just how powerful community can be. When something is built with genuine heart, people feel it, and they show up.

There is something incredibly moving about watching someone bet on themselves and build something that truly matters. Taylor is not just creating events. She is building a space where people belong, where small businesses can grow, and where community feels alive and thriving. And if the past few years are any indication, this is only the beginning of something even greater.

I am super excited for mine and Taylers meet and greet! I will be doing a few of her bazars so please stay tuned, but I will let you guys know that I will be at this one! Come see me at the Witches