Handmade Happenings November 13th to 19th

Designing Impressions Crochet
Totoro Inspired Hat

Thursday and Friday, November 13-14th

Salem Baptist Preschool Holiday Sale

The annual Holiday Vendor Fair at Salem Baptist Preschool is the end of this week!  Be sure to stop by for some fantastic vendors and raffles for coupons!

Where: 1821 North Salem Street, Apex
When: 9 am to 1 pm
Artist to visit: Katiebug Bows

Saturday, November 15th

Mistletoe Market

196 Vendors will be at this Holiday Market at Wakefield High School!  $5 for admission, but get $1 off if you bring a canned food item!  Kids under 12 are free.

Where: 2200 Wakefield Pines Dr., Raleigh
When: 9 am to 4:30 pm
Artist to visit: Beyond Words

Wake Forest Farmers' Market

Find local farmers, soap makers, cheese makers, crafters, bakers, and artists practicing their crafts. This Saturday we are having our annual "Taste of The Market" come on down and enjoy sampling dishes made with market grown ingredients. 

Where: 405 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest

When: 8 am to Noon

Artist to visit: Poppy & Purl,  A Stitch Niche

Winter Wonders Craft Fair

Middle Creek High School's PTSA is hosting a holiday shopping market.  Many local vendors with jewelry, baskets, mosaic art, home goods, quilts, toys, collectibles, and so much more!  Santa will even be there ready to pose for pictures and his elves will print 5x7 photos for $5 on the spot.  

Where: Middle Creek High School, 123 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex

When: 9 am to 3 pm

Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Durham Patchwork Mini-Market

The Durham Patchwork Mini-Market is a monthly market with makers and vintage vendors.  The market will be held the third Saturday of each month from 12-4 pm.  Local makers and vintage vendors will come together to create a unique shopping experience with a diverse selection of high quality and original goods.  Vendors will be located inside of Motorco and Fullsteam Brewery!

Where: 723 Rigsbee Ave, Durham

When: 12 pm to 4 pm
Artist to visit: Zendustria

Saturday & Sunday, November 14th-15th

NC Comicon

Calling all Superheroes, Wizards, Cosplayers and Fantasy enthusiasts!  NCComicon is back and ready to celebrate another year of amazing artists, writers, and fans!  As always we are delighted and privileged to welcome new artists, writers, maybe some secret announcements, as well as welcome returning favorites from all around the globe!

Where: Durham Convention Center 301 West Morgan St, Durham
When: Saturday 10 am - 7 pm, Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Artist to visit: Designing Impressions Crochet

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 Zendustria to get onto the calendar! )

Handmade Happenings November 6th to 12th

Bordeaux Lane Studio

Thursday to Sunday, November 6-9th

Holly Day Fair

Holly Day Fair, presented by the Junior League of Fayetteville, is the largest holiday gift show in Eastern North Carolina. Holly Day Fair is a one-stop holiday shopping event that draws an average of 23,000 attendees and over 160 vendors. It is also the JLF's only fundraiser with all proceeds going back into the community.

Where: 1960 Coliseum Dr. Fayetteville, NC
When: Thursday, November 6th to Saturday, November 8th 9am to 8 pm and Sunday, November 9th 11 am to 5 pm
Artist to visit: Piecefully Home

Friday, November 7th

Morning Times Market

Downtown Raleigh's Art Market! Local artists are selling their handmade goods! Great art, people and fun from 7 pm to 11 pm on selected dates and weather permitting. A featured local beer tent and live entertainment as well!

Where: 10 E Hargett St., Raleigh
When: 12 pm to 11 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Saturday, November 8th

The Handmade Market

The Handmade Market is a semiannual shopping event in downtown Raleigh, NC. It features a juried selection of the best and brightest artists, designers, and crafters from NC and beyond!

Where: Cobblestone Hall in City Market, Raleigh

When: 10 am to 5 pm

Artist to visit: Whispering Willow Soap, Metamorphosis Metals

Lochmere Arts and Craft Festival

Open to the public! Last year included paintings, pottery, jewelry, purses, stained glass, painted rocks, concrete stepping stones, and much more!  Face Painting will be available!

Where: Lochmere Pavilion, 2425 Kildare Farm Road, Cary

When: 10 am to 4 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

St. Michael's The Archangel Holiday Fair

6th annual Holiday Fair at St. Michael's the Archangel!

Where: St. Michael's The Archangel, 804 High House Rd., Cary
When: 9 am to 3 pm

Artist to visit: Muddy Heart

White Street Holiday Market

This One Day Only Shopping Event is Award Winning as Best Public Event! Shop over 70 vendors under one roof and find great holiday decor and gift ideas. Enjoy shopping local crafts and handmade items along with popular brand names that are sure to please!

Where: The Cotton Company 306 S White St., Wake Forest
When: 10 am to 6 pm

Artist to visit: Poppy & Purl

Sunday, November 9th

Fall Craft Fair at the State Farmer's Market

Go one-stop holiday shopping at the State Farmers Market's annual Fall Craft Fair. More than 100 local crafters will feature a range of gifts and unique decorating ideas, including wreaths, ornaments, quilted items, floral arrangements, stained glass, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, soaps, baskets, candles, handbags, birdhouses, ornamental garden accessories and more. The market will also have plenty of fresh local food and menu ideas for upcoming holiday meals, including sweet potatoes, greens and other fall produce that is in season. Admission to the craft fair is free.

Where: State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture St., Raleigh
When: 9 am to 5 pm

Artist 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 fall! 

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

Handmade Happenings - November 22-24, 2013

Sea Blue & Grey Two-Toned Clutch
by The Wayward Stitch

It's a big weekend for handmade holiday shopping on the Triangle! More than a dozen of our team members are participating in the Durham Art Walk Holiday Market, which is always a festive event with a boatload of terrific artists showing their wares. Come join us for some fun holiday shopping, handmade style! See you there!

Saturday, November 23
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: 8:00 am - Noon
Artists to visit: A Stitch Niche, Poppy & Purl 

More info: http://www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org/ 

Saturday & Sunday, November 23-24

Holly Jolly Christmas Show - Fayetteville

Over 50 crafters and vendors from North & South Carolina. Santa's Workshop for children. Salvation Army of Fayetteville Toy & Food Drive. 

Where: 321 Maiden Lane (AIT Building), Fayetteville, NC 28301

When: Saturday 9:30 am - 7:00 pm, Sunday 11:00 am - 6:30 pm

Artist to visit: Prickly Paw

More info: http://www.visitfayettevillenc.com/event/2013/11/23/holly-jolly-christmas-show  

 

Durham Art Walk Holiday Market

A festive fine arts and crafts event that kicks off the holiday season in downtown Durham! The Holiday Market invites art lovers for a weekend full of art and holiday spirit including: dazzling examples of local artistic talent, world-class restaurants, great shopping, innovative new businesses and fascinating historic sites. Get your holiday shopping done early and support local artists!
Use the FREE Bull City Connector to get around on Saturday!  

Where: Downtown Durham (Location Info)

When: Saturday - 10 am - 5 pm; Sunday - 1 pm - 5 pm

Artists by location:

1. Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris Street
Bull City Craft, CockamamieJewelry, Linda Searcy Jewelry, OrangeCatArt, Split Infinity Jewelry

13. Durham Convention Center, 301 West Morgan Street
Bordeaux Lane Studio, Cyberlily Studio, Ara Leigh Studios, Right on Q, Wood Painted Studio, metamorphosis metals, The Wayward Stitch, Snuggly Monkey Co.

18. Vega Metals, 214 Hunt Street
Gilded Lily Glass

More info: http://durhamartwalk.com/

Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales!
- Marla Faye Creations - 10% off in my shop with coupon code BIRTHDAY10
- Katiebug Bows - Free shipping on orders of $20 with coupon code SHIPFREE 
- jdfootloose -  15% off your order with Coupon Code: MOMMA
- Shelia Kempf ArtWorks -  BOGO (buy one, get one free) or 50% off on select prints!

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, send your information to Orange Cat Art to be included on the calendar!)

Handmade Happenings, May 4-6, 2012

Keep it local & handmade, Triangle!  We've got some great events for you this weekend in Raleigh, Durham, Apex, and even one in Fayetteville, if you're up for the trip.  Our diverse group of artists and crafters has something for everyone!

Friday, May 4
First Friday - Raleigh

Join us for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene with local art galleries, art studios, museums, retail, restaurants and alternative art venues!
Where: Downtown Raleigh
When: 6:00 pm - ??? (times vary by venue)

Artists to visit:
* Bordeaux Lane Studio and La Te Da Jewels & Adornments will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street. Local art vendors, live music and more!  7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
* Melsie Glass has a piece in the "Food for Thought" exhibit at the Visual Art Exchange, 309 W. Martin Street. The exhibit runs all month, but First Friday reception is from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.
* metamorphosis metals has an open house at her studio in The Carter Building- 14 Glenwood Ave, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, May 5
Durham Craft Market 
A fun outdoor market which offers a rotating slate of approximately 35 artisans. They represent many different categories of craft, all of which are hand-made in the Durham area and are of outstanding quality. You'll enjoy browsing our various booths and meeting our friendly artisans eager to talk about what they do.

Where: Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham (across from the Farmers Market Pavilion)

When: 8:00 am - Noon

Artists to visit: 2 Crochet Hooks

More info: http://www.durhamcraftmarket.com/ 

Peakfest - Apex
Salem Street in historic downtown Apex will come alive for a day of fun, food and fellowship at this annual arts and crafts festival. Visit "The Peak of Good Living" for the 32nd year of Peakfest!

Where: Historic Downtown Apex (map)
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Beyond Words (Booth #33A), Bordeaux Lane Studio (#34A), Curious Goods Curios (#12A), Designing Impressions, Tracey Gurley Bath & Body (18J), Trende Femme More info: http://apexpeakfest.com/
 

Independent Artisans Market - Fayetteville

an indoor market celebrating art and design featuring independent artisans from the East Coast and beyond. It is a place where creative collective minds meet to stage their wares and create more visibility for independent artists. IAM is a platform for everyone to find one of a kind items and to be inspired.

Where: The A.I.T. Building, 421 Maiden Ln., Fayetteville, NC, 28305

When: 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Artists to visit: Isabel's Rose, metamorphosis metals
More info: http://www.downtownsouthport.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 spring!

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

Handmade Happenings, Sept. 24 & 25, 2011

Time for the Road Trip Edition of the Handmand Happenings! This weekend our member artists are hitting the road for 2 great events.  They are in different directions, but don't let that stop you -  Go west on Saturday to the West End ARTSfest in Winston-Salem, and then head east on Sunday to catch the 2nd day of the International Folk Festival in Fayetteville.  ;)  See you there! 

Saturday, September 24
Historic West End ARTSfest - Winston-Salem 
"Experience the arts amid the artistry of nature." This special event features the work of more than 60 fine artists working in a variety of media. Local musicians perform in the Grace Court gazebo, and children can participate in a special arts and crafts area. Local restaurants provide specialty foods and drink. The event is free. 
Where: Grace Court Park, Glade and W. 4th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: OrangeCatArt (booth #4), LORiOLA (booth #33)
More info: http:// www.artsfestwinstonsalem.com 

Saturday & Sunday, September 24 & 25
International Folk Festival - Fayetteville
Fayetteville has a rich and long history of celebrating its multicultural population. Years ago, a group of forward thinking citizens got together to create the International Folk Festival as a celebration of our diversity. Now in its 33rd year, the International Folk Festival has become a weekend-long celebration. Show features live entertainment, authentic cuisine, unique arts and crafts, children’s area and more!
Where: Festival Park, Fayetteville, NC
When: Craft show - 12:00 - 6:00 PM both days
Seller to look for: Shore Debris
More info: www.theartscouncil.com/international-folk-festival.php 

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 coming up next weekend, send your information to Orange Cat Art by Wednesday night to get onto next week's calendar!)

Featured Seller: TurtleMommy

Who are you?

Erin @ Turtley Awesome Crafts

Where are you located?

Fayetteville, North Carolina

What do you create?

I create wonderful gifts for babies and toddlers.

What is your favorite place to visit in the "triangle"?

I'm new to the area, I've only been here a year and a half. But in Fayetteville, off of Ramsey St., there is a beautiful bike/walking trail that me and my husband and son like to take walks there.

When did you start creating?

I started creating shortly after my 8 month old son was born. Around June of this year.

What inspires you?

My son does! Almost everything I make/made has been for him first. I had picked a fairly new bedding collection for his room, so it didn't have all the cool stuff some of the other collections did. From then on I was determined to make whatever I wanted for him myself.

Why did you choose your shop name?

I choose Turtley Awesome Crafts because I fell in LOVE with turtles when I was still pregnant. My son's whole room is all about turtles and that's where I got my start! I thought it was a cute name!

Do you have any advice to share on how you have made your business grow?

Having support from my husband and family was always number one. If they didn't back me I don't think I would have the drive to create new things everyday. I also participate in many groups on Cafemom and I blog. I truely believe that interacting with moms about daily life stuff on Cafemom and blogspot has helped my business grow. It lets them know that I'm not just a robot that creates stuff just for the money, I'm a real person and I love what I do! I also have a Twitter account. Its like mini blogging, short and sweet!

What do you do when you are not creating?

I'm playing with my son, David. As of lately he's been a little mover and shaker, so I love to crawl around on the floor with him and teach him how to walk. We do stuff as a family when my husband gets home from work, like going on walks or taking a "Sunday drive" and explore Fayetteville and the surrounding areas.

Featured Seller: EmbraceableUrns & PhantasyCeramics

Who are you?

EmbraceableUrns & PhantasyCeramics

Where are you located?

Raeford, NC (near Fayetteville)

What do you create?

Pet urns & memorials and all kinds of other ceramics

What is your favorite place to visit in the "triangle"?

I dont have a favorite place to visit in the triangle.

Why did you choose your medium?

My mom used to do ceramics when I was a little girl. I still have some of the things she made me. I had always thought of myself as "uncreative" until about 6 years ago when my father passed away and I was looking for something to do. I actually started out creating porcelain dolls, but did not like having to sew. So, I started buying and painting plaster village houses from Wal-Mart and chose to move to ceramics to have more of a choice of things to create and paint.

What is your next project going to be?

Ceramic Tile Family Murals

Where do you create?

I do all my pouring, cleaning greenware and firing as well as glazing at my Mom's house. I paint other items with acrylics at my own house. My mom helps me create all of our items in some way.

What is you most popular item that you create?

From EmbraceableUrns, it is our Beloved Pet Dog/Cat Angel urns and they are popular because they are custom painted to resemble the actual pet. From PhantasyCeramics, most popular items are our Mystical items, dragons, wizards, as well as our holiday assortment - some of our dragons are so realistic and just beautiful. Our Holiday assortment is unique. Everything we make you can not buy in a store and every item we paint is OOAK, never two the same and all made in the USA!

What do you do when you are not creating?

Maintain my own websites, think up new ideas for new items, play with & take care of my 10 dogs.

--If you'd like to see more of Julie's work check her other websites, EmbraceableUrns & PhantasyCeramics

Featured Seller: cinnamonspice

Who are you?
Cinnamon & Spice Crafts

Where are you located?
Fayetteville, NC

What do you create?
Scrapbooks, greeting cards and party favors. My business partner Spice hand-crotchets a line of multiethnic “Pillow Kids”

What is your favorite place to visit in the Triangle?
I am fairly new to the area, so I’ll stick with the place I’d most like to visit next, the Magic Wings Butterfly House in Durham.

What inspires you?
My kids, my heritage, the holidays…

Where do you create?
I have just created a crafting nook in my family room, so I can be close to the kiddies while I work.

What is your favorite place to sell your items?
In person because once a person is able to “see” and “feel” my scrapbooks and other items, they just can’t resist them! Seriously, I’m a people person, and love the high touch aspect of face-to-face interaction.

What types of things do you do to turn first time buyers into repeat clients?
We are creating scratch cards that we will include with a person’s purchase. The cards will offer a percentage off their next purchase from our shop. Will keep you posted on how well it’s working!


--If you'd like to read more about cinnamonspice, you should check out their blog, Flickr, and blogcatalog!