Handmade Happenings, October 20-21, 2012

White Mini-Moonbeam Glass Candleholder
by Melsie Glass

Looks like another beautiful weekend in store for the Triangle! We have two unique events happening this Saturday in Raleigh - See you there!

Saturday, October 20
Fall Arts Fair - Raleigh
Many great artists will be there along with kids crafts, live music, food trucks, and demos. This is a great place to do some holiday or birthday shopping. Forget the mall and join the fun at Pullen Arts Center. We are located near the NCSU bell tower on Pullen Road. Bring your friends!
Where: Pullen Arts Center, 105 Pullen Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists to visit: Melsie Glass
More info: http://www.raleighnc.gov/home/content/PRecRecreation/Articles/PullenArtsCenter.html

TV Tray Sale & Book Signing - Raleigh

Stop by for a baked treat, a hot cup of Larry's Beans coffee and do some shopping! Gifts With A Heart is having their first ever TV Tray Sale where local artists will come, set up a TV Tray and sell their art, jewelry and fresh baked goodies! We will have acclaimed local author Alice J. Wisler
signing her books and selling "The Famous Bailey House Lemon Cookies" fresh from the pages of her novel - Hatteras Girl.
Where: 2889 Jones Franklin Rd. Raleigh, NC 27606
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artist to visit: Alvelo Quilt Art
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/499539050070967/

Wednesday, October 24 
Wake Forest Farmers Market
Fresh-off-the-farm produce; pasture-raised beef, poultry, and pork; free-range eggs; honey, jams, and preserves; delicious baked goods; knits & fiber, and more!
Where: 110 S. White Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
When: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Artists to visit: Poppy and Purl, A Stitch Niche
More info: http://www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org/  

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 season! 

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

Handmade Happenings - October 1-3, 2010

Although it's been a little soggy in the Triangle this week, the forecast for the weekend is clear, sunny and perfect for enjoying the many autumn arts & crafts events scheduled for this weekend.  Starting Friday night & Saturday in Raleigh, plus a few options if you're out of town this weekend - your NC Triangle artists have you covered.  See you there!

Friday, October 1
First Friday - Downtown Raleigh
Join us for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene.  Enjoy a free self-guided tour of local art galleries, art studios, museums, retail, restaurants and alternative art venues!
Where: Downtown Raleigh
When: 6:oo pm - ??? (times vary by venue)
Seller to look for:  OldBroomStreet will be one of several artists outside The Morning Times Cafe & Gallery at 10 E. Hargett Street. (6:00 pm - 11:00 pm)
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, October 2
Fall Arts Fair - Raleigh
Join us for the Fall Arts Fair at Sertoma Arts Center and Shelley Lake Park!  Visit our indoor & outdoor art markets, enjoy live entertainment, watch artists' demonstrations, enjoy a kids area, fishing derby, try out a music together class or Nia class and much more! 
Where: Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry, OrangeCatArt, TrendeFemme
More info: http://www.parks.raleighnc.gov/arts

Five Points Farmers Market
The newest addition to Raleigh community markets, come visit with your neighbors while shopping for fresh food, and other handmade goodies.
Where: 2014 Fairview Road (NOFO parking lot), Raleigh
When: 8:00 am - Noon
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.nextstop.com/p/o0qPB09YSrA/five-points-farmers-market/www.nextstop.com

If you're feeling like a road trip...
Saturday, October 2
Art on the Avenue - Alexandria, VA
A regional multi-cultural arts & music festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in the Potomac West area in Alexandria, Virginia.
Where: 2310 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Seller to look for: LORiOLA
More info: http://www.artontheavenue.org/

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello!


(Members, if you have an event coming up next weekend, please send the information about the show to Orange Cat Art by Wednesday night to get onto next week's calendar!)