Meet the Vendor
Bethany Gresoski of Bep Interiors curates an eclectic mix of functional, quality and timeless furniture and home decor. Bethany’s years of curating art shows and styling a local gallery ensures you’ll find pieces of beauty and refinement in her space (booth 65B).
The Hill Antique Market: What is the meaning behind the name of your business?
Gresoski: The name of my business is Bep Interiors. Bep is an acronym for my name, Bethany, and those of my daughters, Eleanor and Philomina.
THAM: How would you describe the merchandise in your booth.
Gresoski: I specialize in sourcing items with enduring value to help bring that timeless and refined look to any space. You’ll find an eclectic mix of quality, functional and beautiful home decor. I embrace the philosophy of designer William Morris: “Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.”
THAM: When did you first develop an interest in vintage and antique wares?
Gresoski: My grandparents on both sides of my family were artists, entrepreneurs and collectors, so I was constantly exposed to interesting and beautiful items. One of my earliest memories is shopping with my mom when she bought am 1800s-era quilt.
THAM: How long have you been selling vintage and antique treasures?
Gresoski: I have been selling off and on for about 15 years. Prior to The Hill Antique Market, I sold through my own privately run estate sales, art galleries and eBay.
THAM:Do you have a treasured personal collection?
Gresoski: I collect textiles and rugs. I love to naturally layer them throughout the home where they receive daily use. I would like to collect more primitive furniture but that collection is coming slowly.
THAM: What do you enjoy most about being a vendor?
Gresoski: My favorite thing about being a merchant is the people I get to interact with, we have a good community here at The Hill Antique Market. I also love seeing what others find interesting and watching people get excited over a particular piece. It gives me great joy and is a humbling experience to connect with people in this way.
THAM: Are you engaged in other enterprises beyond Bep Interiors?
Gresoski: Bep Interiors is my full-time career, but I have a background working in many other creative arenas. One of those jobs was running a small art gallery/antique shop where I managed 65 artists and dealers. My work there included curating shows for artists, and styling and designing the shop. Whether I am styling an event, someone’s wardrobe or vintage and antique items, styling and designing has always been an important part of my life. I feel very blessed to do what I love.
THAM: What’s your favorite feature of The Hill Antique Market?
Gresoski: I love that owners Mark Erker and Carleen Kramer put their heart and professionalism into every aspect of this business, especially the attention to details in design and restoration of the building. I’m excited to tell people we have a booth there and are part of something so wonderful.
Bethany recently launched bepchronicles, a microblog on Instagram to “share my life through art, design, style and arrangement.” She offers a creative and organic environment for buyers and for those that desire to follow along her journey. Follow Bep Interiors on Instagram.
All booth images ©2022 Bethany Gresoski.
