Handmade Happenings: 9/17-9/24/15

Poppy & Purl: Candy Corn Hat

Saturday, September 19, 2015
Wake Forest Farmer's Market

The Wake Forest Farmers' Market has grown into a lively community event each Saturday morning. They offer their own fresh-off-the-farm produce; pasture-raised beef, poultry, lamb, and pork; fresh seafood; free-range eggs; cheeses; fresh pasta, ravioli, and sauces; fresh and dried herbs; honey, jams, and preserves; fresh-cut flowers; delicious baked goods, and arts and crafts items of all sorts.

Where: 405 Brooks St, Wake Forest
When: 8am-12noon
Artists to Visit:  Poppy & Purl, A Stitch Niche

Creedmoor Music Festival

The City of Creedmoor sponsors the Creedmoor Music Festival each year on the third Saturday in September.

Crowds of fair food aficionados and music lovers converge onto Main Street to enjoy free children's activities, terrific food, handcrafted merchandise, and two stages offering all genres of music from top-notch local and regional bands!

Where: Main Street, Creedmoor

When: 830am-4pm

Artists to Visit: Dotties Inspirations

bazaarSpark  

Enjoy a city block worth of local artisans, brands, fashion and friends as an outdoor shopping experience.  What is the mall was cool and celebrated local goods? It would be bazaarSPARK

Where: Downtown Raleigh
When: (bazaarSpark vendor hours only) Sat 9/19 11am-7pm; Sun 9/20 11am-5pm
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Centerfest Arts Festival

143 juried visual artists representing 17 states (including 77 North Carolina artists; 12 Durham artists) are showcasing and selling their original, handcrafted work in Clay, Drawing, Fibers, Glass, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Wood, Jewelry, Mixed Media, and Sculpture. It is truly one-stop shopping for art lovers!

Where: Downtown Durham (120 Morris Street)
When: Sat 9/19  10am-6pm, Sun 9/20 11am-5pm  
Artists to Visit: Melsie Glass  

Come check out our Facebook page, too: https://www.facebook.com/NCTriangleEtsy

Members, if you have any upcoming events, please send them to Amanda at zorarts on Etsy, or to our FB page. Thank you, kindly!

Handmade Happenings: 8/14/15-8/28/15

Muddy Heart: Porcelain Tree Vase

Saturday August 15, 2015

Waverly Place Market

The 4th Annual Waverly Place Farmers’ Market will kick off on April 25th with 20+ local produce, meats, cheeses, fresh baked goods and handmade crafts. You will find the market vendors under the green and white Waverly tents. lined up from the entrance near Triangle Wine Co. through to the Promenade.

The Waverly Farmers’ Market is part of LOCAL at Waverly Place, which is the backdrop every Saturday to all that our amazing community has to offer. From local musicians, to charities, to community performance groups, you can always expect something fun and exciting during LOCAL!

When: 9am-1pm

Where: Waverly Place, Cary

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Art in the Park

Art in the Park was created in 1962 by a handful of area artists and craftspeople to showcase local talent. 53 years after its start, Art in the Park is host to 90 artisans at each show. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more.

Art in the Park’s high standards and professional jury attract artisans from all over the Southeast to exhibit in a series of six shows, May through October. The quality of work exhibited draws thousands to the mountains each month.

Where: Blowing Rock, downtown

When: 10am-5pm

Artists to Visit: Zendustria

Thursday August 20, 2015

Oak City 7

Oak City 7 is a summer concert series located in City Plaza (on Fayetteville Street) in beautiful downtown Raleigh.  Admission is free to the public and the events take place from 5pm to 10:30pm on Thursdays, beginning the Thursday after Memorial Day and ending the Thursday before Labor Day.

OC7 features notable local and regional bands along with local and craft beers.  There are at least 3 bands per event.

OC7 does not utilize any taxpayer money and is 100% sponsor driven.  The series will drive substantial revenue into the local economy encouraging attendees to visit local shops, bars, and restaurants before and after each event. Given that the series is sponsor driven, we greatly appreciate your support of these companies who are assisting in local economic growth.

Showcasing amazing local products, services, and artists is the foundation for Oak City 7, all the while providing the public with a comfortable and enjoyable free concert setting.

Where: City Plaza, Raleigh

When: 5-10:30pm

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Saturday, August 22, 2015 

Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Come join us at the 39^th Annual Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival, one of the largest single day juried arts festivals in the United States. Due to construction, in 2015 the festival will be moved to Cary’s Town Hall Campus, a stone’s throw from the festival’s normal location. We’re confident the new location will be a great setting! 

Where: Cary Town Hall Campus

When: 9am-5pm

Artists to Visit: Zendustria, Muddy Heart

Midtown Raleigh Farmers' Market

The Midtown Raleigh Farmers Market is located on the Commons at North Hills. The market fosters a community atmosphere and delivers fresh foods from producers to your table. Come to the market for a direct connection to 35 new and returning vendors featuring locally produced breads, desserts, vegetables, produce, nuts, dairy, meats, crafts, and more

When: 8am-12noon
Where: Commons at North Hills, Raleigh
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the season!

Come check out our Facebook page, too: https://www.facebook.com/NCTriangleEtsy

Members, if you have any upcoming events, please send them to Amanda at zorarts on Etsy, or to our FB page. Thank you, kindly!

Handmade Happenings: 7/23/15-8/13/15

Thursday, July 23, 2015

Oak City 7

Bordeaux Lane Studio

Oak City 7 is a summer concert series located in City Plaza (on Fayetteville Street) in beautiful downtown Raleigh.  Admission is free to the public and the events take place from 5pm to 10:30pm on Thursdays, beginning the Thursday after Memorial Day and ending the Thursday before Labor Day.

OC7 features notable local and regional bands along with local and craft beers.  There are at least 3 bands per event.

OC7 does not utilize any taxpayer money and is 100% sponsor driven.  The series will drive substantial revenue into the local economy encouraging attendees to visit local shops, bars, and restaurants before and after each event. Given that the series is sponsor driven, we greatly appreciate your support of these companies who are assisting in local economic growth.

Showcasing amazing local products, services, and artists is the foundation for Oak City 7, all the while providing the public with a comfortable and enjoyable free concert setting.

Where: City Plaza, Raleigh

When: 5-10:30pm

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio


Saturday, July 25, and August 1, 2015
Midtown Raleigh Farmers' Market

The Midtown Raleigh Farmers Market is located on the Commons at North Hills. The market fosters a community atmosphere and delivers fresh foods from producers to your table. Come to the market for a direct connection to 35 new and returning vendors featuring locally produced breads, desserts, vegetables, produce, nuts, dairy, meats, crafts, and more

When: 8am-12noon
Where: Commons at North Hills, Raleigh
Artists to Visit:  Bordeaux Lane Studio

Thursday, July 16, 30, and August 13, 2015

Pickin' in the Plaza

Come on down to Raleigh's free downtown summer bluegrass concert series!  Though the music, socializing and fun is free, there will be food, beer, and local vendors and artists available with plenty to purchase.  All ages (except the beer purchasing, of course!)

When: 5-1030pm
Where: City Plaza, Fayetteville St., Raleigh
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the season!

Come check out our Facebook page, too: https://www.facebook.com/NCTriangleEtsy

Members, if you have any upcoming events, please send them to Amanda at zorarts on Etsy, or to our FB page. Thank you, kindly!

 

Handmade Happenings: 6/18-6/25/15

Thursday, June 18, 2015

Bordeaux Lane Studio: Maltese Cross Pendant

Pickin' in the Plaza

Come on down to Raleigh's free downtown summer bluegrass concert series!  Though the music, socializing and fun is free, there will be food, beer, and local vendors and artists available with plenty to purchase.  All ages (except the beer purchasing, of course!)

When: 5-1030pm
Where: City Plaza, Fayetteville St., Raleigh
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Saturday, June 20, 2015
Midtown Raleigh Farmers' Market

The Midtown Raleigh Farmers Market is located on the Commons at North Hills. The market fosters a community atmosphere and delivers fresh foods from producers to your table. Come to the market for a direct connection to 35 new and returning vendors featuring locally produced breads, desserts, vegetables, produce, nuts, dairy, meats, crafts, and more

When: 8am-12noon
Where: Commons at North Hills, Raleigh
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

NC Fresh Catch Festival
Artist to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Handmade Happenings: 6/11/15-6/18/15

Zendustria: Fall Geometric Art Acrylic Painting

Oak City 7

Thursday  June 11, 2015

Oak City 7 is a summer concert series located in City Plaza (on Fayetteville Street) in beautiful downtown Raleigh.  Admission is free to the public and the events take place from 5pm to 10:30pm on Thursdays, beginning the Thursday after Memorial Day and ending the Thursday before Labor Day.

OC7 features notable local and regional bands along with local and craft beers.  There are at least 3 bands per event.

OC7 does not utilize any taxpayer money and is 100% sponsor driven.  The series will drive substantial revenue into the local economy encouraging attendees to visit local shops, bars, and restaurants before and after each event. Given that the series is sponsor driven, we greatly appreciate your support of these companies who are assisting in local economic growth.

Showcasing amazing local products, services, and artists is the foundation for Oak City 7, all the while providing the public with a comfortable and enjoyable free concert setting.

Where: City Plaza, Raleigh

When: 5-10:30pm

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Saturday June 13, 2015

Art in the Park

Art in the Park was created in 1962 by a handful of area artists and craftspeople to showcase local talent. 53 years after its start, Art in the Park is host to 90 artisans at each show. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more.

Art in the Park’s high standards and professional jury attract artisans from all over the Southeast to exhibit in a series of six shows, May through October. The quality of work exhibited draws thousands to the mountains each month.

Where: Blowing Rock, downtown

When: 10am-5pm

Artists to Visit: Zendustria

Waverly Place Market

The 4th Annual Waverly Place Farmers’ Market will kick off on April 25th with 20+ local produce, meats, cheeses, fresh baked goods and handmade crafts. You will find the market vendors under the green and white Waverly tents. lined up from the entrance near Triangle Wine Co. through to the Promenade.

The Waverly Farmers’ Market is part of LOCAL at Waverly Place, which is the backdrop every Saturday to all that our amazing community has to offer. From local musicians, to charities, to community performance groups, you can always expect something fun and exciting during LOCAL!

When: 9am-1pm

Where: Waverly Place, Cary

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Sunday June 14, 2015

Downtown Cary Food and Flea

Come on down to Ashworth Village in downtown Cary for local music, food trucks, and artists in a family friendly atmosphere!

When: 12noon-4pm

Where: Ashworth Village, Cary

Artists to Watch: Bordeaux Lane Studio

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the season!

Come visit us on our Facebook page, too, NC Triangle Team on Etsy. (Members: if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to zorarts to get onto the calendar.)

Handmade Happenings: 6/4/15-6/11/15

Bordeaux Lane Studio: 

Thursday June 4, 2015
Pickin' in the Plaza

Come on down to Raleigh's free downtown summer bluegrass concert series!  Though the music, socializing and fun is free, there will be food, beer, and local vendors and artists available with plenty to purchase.  All ages (except the beer purchasing, of course!)

When: 5-1030pm
Where: City Plaza, Fayetteville St., Raleigh
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Friday June 5, 2015

The Morning Times Market, First Friday

Enjoy local artisans, live music, entertainment, and local craft beer, at The Morning Times Market, an outdoor art market. All ages are welcome. Come out to enjoy this free event.

Where: The Morning Times Market (Hargett St. between Fayetteville and Wilmington Streets)

When: 6pm-1am

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio (7pm-11pm)

Saturday June 6, 2015

Durham Greek Festival

Experience the flavors, sounds, and traditions of Greece at Greek Festival 2015 in Durham, NC. Enjoy delicious Greek food and pastries, a Greek Taverna and Café, traditional music, folk dance performances, shopping, video travelogues of Greece, church tours, and kids’ activities. New this year: sample premium select Greek wines at our wine-tasting tent.

Where: St Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 8306 Highway 751, Durham

When: Sat June 6 and Sun June 7: 11am-9pm (rain or shine)

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio 

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the season!

Come visit us on our Facebook page, too, NC Triangle Team on Etsy. (Members: if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to zorarts to get onto the calendar.)

Handmade Happenings: 5/28/15-6/4/15

Bordeaux Lane Studio: Two Emilies Pendant

Thursday May 28, 2015

Oak City 7

Oak City 7 is a summer concert series located in City Plaza (on Fayetteville Street) in beautiful downtown Raleigh.  Admission is free to the public and the events take place from 5pm to 10:30pm on Thursdays, beginning the Thursday after Memorial Day and ending the Thursday before Labor Day.

OC7 features notable local and regional bands along with local and craft beers.  There are at least 3 bands per event.

OC7 does not utilize any taxpayer money and is 100% sponsor driven.  The series will drive substantial revenue into the local economy encouraging attendees to visit local shops, bars, and restaurants before and after each event. Given that the series is sponsor driven, we greatly appreciate your support of these companies who are assisting in local economic growth.

Showcasing amazing local products, services, and artists is the foundation for Oak City 7, all the while providing the public with a comfortable and enjoyable free concert setting.

Where: City Plaza, Raleigh

When: 5-10:30pm

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Saturday. May 30, 2015

Waverly Place Market

The 4th Annual Waverly Place Farmers’ Market will kick off on April 25th with 20+ local produce, meats, cheeses, fresh baked goods and handmade crafts. You will find the market vendors under the green and white Waverly tents. lined up from the entrance near Triangle Wine Co. through to the Promenade.

The Waverly Farmers’ Market is part of LOCAL at Waverly Place, which is the backdrop every Saturday to all that our amazing community has to offer. From local musicians, to charities, to community performance groups, you can always expect something fun and exciting during LOCAL!

When: 9am-1pm

Where: Waverly Place, Cary

Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Sunday May 31, 2015

Arts on Sunday Festival

Every Sunday in May and October, The AFAS (Art for Art's Sake) Group organizes and sponsors an afternoon arts and crafts festival that's held outdoors on Trade Street in downtown Winston-Salem. Each festival features over 60 artists and includes a fun kids craft corner for the little ones.

Where: Trade Street, Arts District, Winston Salem

When: 1pm-5pm

Artists to Visit: Zendustria

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the season!

Come visit us on our Facebook page, too, NC Triangle Team on Etsy. (Members: if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to zorarts to get onto the calendar.)

Handmade Happenings: 5/16/15-5/21/15

Gilded Lily Glass: Summer Reverie Dichroic Pendant

Friday, May 17, 2015

Artsplosure: The Raleigh Arts Festival

Celebrate Artsplosure's 36th year as Raleigh's premier, free arts festival! In addition to musical performances and student art exhibits, artwork by over 180 juried artists and craftspeople exhibiting in 10 categories will be available for purchase including photography, jewelry, woodwork, ceramics, and more!
When:  Art Market Hours
Friday May 17: 11am-7pm
Saturday May 18: 10am-6pm
Sunday May 19: 10am-6pm
Where: Fayetteville Street, Raleigh (Festival Map)
Artists to Visit: Zendustria, Gilded Lily Glass

Saturday, May 18, 2015

Waverly Place Market

The 4th Annual Waverly Place Farmers’ Market will kick off on April 25th with 20+ local produce, meats, cheeses, fresh baked goods and handmade crafts. You will find the market vendors under the green and white Waverly tents. lined up from the entrance near Triangle Wine Co. through to the Promenade.

The Waverly Farmers’ Market is part of LOCAL at Waverly Place, which is the backdrop ever Saturday to all that our amazing community has to offer. From local musicians, to charities, to community performance groups, you can always expect something fun and exciting during LOCAL!

When: 9am-1pm
Where: Waverly Place, Cary
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Charlotte VegFest 2015

Charlotte VegFest is a celebration of healthy, sustainable, and compassionate eating and explores the endless benefits of vegetarian living. This FREE event will feature a variety of vegan foods, local veg restaurants and food trucks, local vendors, live music, speakers, nutritional experts, vegan cooking demonstrations, free prizes, gift bags and more! EcoLicious and The Humane League are thrilled to be bringing an even bigger and better event this year to Plaza Midwood. We hope to see you there!

When: 2pm-7pm
Where: Plaza Midwood on Commonwealth Ave.
Artists to Visit; Whispering Willow Soap

Sunday, May 19, 2015

Pinehurst Strawberry Festival

Sunday morning, bask in the glory of a bygone era horse-drawn carriages from all over the east coast grace the streets in town. The parade of carriages features spectacular turn-of-the-century antique and reproduction carriages drawn by beautiful steeds. Following the parade enjoy the best of Moore County's bounty at the Strawberry Festival! Sample everything strawberry from ice cream to shortcake! Browse the craft booths, watch the elegant 4-in-Hand Horse Coaches, listen to the entertainers and enjoy a day in the park.

When: 9am-3pm
Where: Village of Pinehurst
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the season!

Come visit us on our Facebook page, too, NC Triangle Team on Etsy. (Members: if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to zorarts to get onto the calendar.)

Handmade Happenings: 4/24/15-4/30/15

Saturday, April 25th, 2015

Cary Spring Daze
                                                                                                                                                         

Zendustria Spring Mandala Giclee Print

Join us as we celebrate 22 years of Spring Daze in Fred G. Bond Park, Cary’s 310-acre urban park. Spring Daze features over 180 North Carolina artists, entertainment on four stages, delicious festival food and Cary’s annual Earth Day Celebration. Spring Daze features the best of North Carolina’s diverse arts and crafts community!

***Shuttles from Green Hope High School, and Cary Town Hall Parking Deck, as well as Spring Daze map listed on their website link provided above.***

Where: Fred G. Bond Metro Park, 801 High House Rd.
When: 9am-5pm
Artists to Visit: Zendustria, Bordeaux Lane Studio

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the season!

Come visit us on our Facebook page, too, NC Triangle Team on Etsy.

 (Members: if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to zorarts to get onto the calendar.)

 

Handmade Happenings - September 12-14, 2014

Fall Leaf Art Matt Canvas Print
by Zendustria

This weekend is SPARKcon in Raleigh! SPARKcon’s “creative potluck” of SPARKs or creative themes such as art, music, film, fashion, geek, circus, food, etc.  is put together by passionate individuals who volunteer their expertise and are deeply embedded in a specific local scene. The result is a weekend packed full of artistic expression with a truly local flavor. Check out events where our team members will be displaying their work, and then venture out in Downtown Raleigh to experience all our area has to offer! (Full schedule of events.)

Friday, September 12
artSPARK Main Exhibition
This year's featured artists are on display!
Where: VanNess & Fellows Tattoo Studio, Boutique, & Art Gallery: 226 E. Martin Street
When: Artists reception 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Artist to visit: Zendustria

Saturday, September 13
artSPARK Street Painting
Chalk it up, people! Asphalt never looked so good!
Where: Fayetteville Street
When: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Artist to visit: Zendustria 

Saturday & Sunday, September 13 & 14
bazaarSPARK 
Enjoy a city block worth of local artisans, brands, food, fashion and friends as an outdoor shopping experience. What if the mall was cool and celebrated local goods? It would be bazaarSPARK.
Where: 100 block of Fayetteville Street
When: Saturday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm; Sunday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artists to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio, metamorphosis metals, The Wayward Stitch, Zendustria


We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the fall! 

(Members, if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to Orange Cat Art or Zendustria to get onto the calendar! )

Handmade Happenings - June 27-30, 2013

European Emblem Pendant
by Bordeaux Lane Studio

This weekend the fun is Downtown! In Raleigh,  it starts tonight with the Oak City 7 concerts and continues Saturday morning with the first edition of the Mordecai Market. If you're in the Queen City for the weekend, check out the Vintage Charlotte Summer Market. Thank you for supporting your local handmade creators this summer! See you there!

Thursday, June 27
Oak City 7 - Raleigh
Raleigh's free summer concert series continues with performances by Cracker, Justin Robinson & The Mary Annettes, Blanko Basnet, and Blue Angel Blue!! Get there early to enjoy local food trucks and the artisan gallery!
Where: City Plaza, 500 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC
When: 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://oakcity7.com/

Saturday, June 29
Mordecai Market - Raleigh
The exciting and new Mordecai Market features handpicked local artists and artisans presenting handmade arts and crafts as well as food trucks to join this exciting new event to tempt your tastebuds! Suppoerted by local neighborhoods and businesses like PieBird, Anson Howard Salon, ThreadStock SilkScreening and Ann Marie Print Art.
Where: Person Street area off Pace Street and 711 North Person Street, Raleigh (in front of the Anson Howard Salon) 
When: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 
Artist to visit:  Bordeaux Lane Studio 
More info: https://www.facebook.com/MordecaiMarket 

Vintage Charlotte Summer Market
A contemporary pop up market for hip Charlotteans that takes vintage shopping beyond the flea market to the next level!
Where: The Fillmore, 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28206
When: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Artist to visit: Cockamamie Jewelry
More info: http://www.vintage-charlotte.com/popup/
 
Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales! 
- Orange Cat Art - Furry Friends Sale - 10% off any animal prints or cards with code FURRY10 in honor of Pet Adoption Month! A portion of every sale will be donated to SAFE Haven Cat Shelter & Clinic. Good through midnight Sunday, June 30.
- Salvaged Jewelry - Free shipping with coupon code - FREE SHIPPING
- Celia Currin Art - New customers save 15% with code: NEWCUSTOMER2013

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello.  Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities throughout the summer! 

(Members, if you have an event or sale coming up, send your information to Orange Cat Art to be included on the calendar! )