Handmade Happenings - July 4-6, 2014

Turquoise Red Leather Bracelet with Silver Magnetic Clasp
by Ring of Wire

Happy Independence Day, Triangle!
We have a special 4th of July edition of First Friday in Raleigh, with The 'Works all day downtown. (Be sure to check the weather forecast & event websites before you head out - just to make sure Arthur has passed by first!) Or, if you're staying in - scroll down to see our team member shop sales!
Thank you for supporting your local handmade creators and independent retailers this summer! See you there!

Friday, July 4
The 'Works - RaleighAlong with our independence, Raleigh revelers will have lots to celebrate & enjoy! Food, beverages, Kids Zone, athletic stunt performances, music, art vendors and, of course, fireworks!
Where: Art Vendors will be located on Fayetteville Street, between Hargett & Martin Streets, Downtown Raleigh, NC
When: Noon - 11:00 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio (In front of The Bolt restaurant, the same location as last year!),  AraLeigh Studios
More info: http://www.raleighconvention.com/works/

First Friday - Raleigh
Join us for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene.
Where: Downtown Raleigh
When: 5:00 pm - ??? (times vary by venue)
Artists to visit:
* metamorphosis metals will have an open studio in The Carter Building, 14 Glenwood Avenue, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
 More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, July 5
Waverly Place Farmer's Market - Cary
Featuring NC local fresh from the farm fruits, vegetables, and more, plus the Waverly Artists Group!
Where: In the parking lot off of the Waverly Promenade on the lower level, at the corner of Tryon and Kildaire Farm Roads, Cary, NC
When: 9:00 am - Noon
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://waverlyfm.com/

Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales!
- Katiebug Bows - 4th of July Sale! Summer hair bows are $1.00 off, and hair ties are on sale, too! Sale lasts through 9 pm EDT, Sunday, July 6.
- Ring of Wire - Celebrating its 3-year Etsyversary! Save 25% off your purchase by using coupon code ROW25 at check out through Sunday (7/6) at Midnight. 
- SewABC - Take 20% off your total purchase when you enter "independence" in the coupon box! Now through July 5th.

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, please send your information to Orange Cat Art to get onto the calendar! )

Handmade Happenings, June 30 - July 4, 2012

Happy Independence Day to all of our Triangle handmade fans! In addition to our weekend events, we also have several team members who will be participating in the big downtown Raleigh Fourth of July festival, The 'Works! See you there!

Saturday, June 30
Downtown Cary Farmers Market
Locally hand made arts & crafts join traditional produce, baked good, poultry & eggs, bath & body products, plants, and more!
Where: 301 S. Academy Street, at the corner of Academy and Park
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Artists to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/

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; natural bath & body products, and more!
Where: 110 S. White Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
When: 8:00 am - Noon
Artist to visit: Tracey Gurley Bath & Body
More info: http://www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org/  

Tuesday, July 3
Downtown Cary Farmers Market
Pick up fresh produce for your holiday cookout, and don't forget a hostess gift...  :)
Where: 301 S. Academy Street, at the corner of Academy and Park
When: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Artists to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/

Wednesday, July 4

The 'Works! - Raleigh
Independence Day Celebration during the day with live music, Beer/Wine tent, kids rides and games, Circus Maximus, street performers, eating contests, food and art vendors, Picnic on Fayetteville Street and much more! Fireworks will light up the sky over The Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts starting at around 9:30pm. 
Where: Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC - Art Vendors located between Hargett & Martin Streets 
When: Noon - 10:00 pm 
Artists to visit: Ara Leigh Studios, Bordeaux Lane Studio, Cockamamie Jewelry, La Te Da Adornments, metamorphosis metals 
More info: http://www.raleighconvention.com/works/ 

Shop Local Online! Team Member Sales! 
- Heebie Jeebie Designs - SUMMER SALE! 25% off all jewelry! Enter coupon code: BEACHBUM

- JD Footloose -  FREE SHIPPING! Enter coupon code: Spring

- Li Sashay - 25% off everything in our shop! Leave us a piece of wisdom that's helped you at check-out and the code: PEARLOFWISDOM 

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

Handmade Happenings - July 2-4, 2010

Before you head to the cookout & fireworks show this 4th of July weekend, check out these great opportunities to enjoy local handmade arts, crafts, food & fun!

Friday, July 2
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 - 9:00 pm (times vary by venue)
Seller to look for: metamorphosis will be at Found Studios, in the Carter Building at 16 Glenwood Avenue.  Look for the bright pink door. ;) 
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, Sunday & Monday, July 3, 4 & 5
Festival for the Eno - Durham
Put on by the Eno River Association, the Festival for the Eno has been a local favorite for more than 30 years! Come browse handmade arts & crafts by more than 100 southeastern artists, while enjoying musical acts on four stages, food, kids activities, and more, all in the lovely natural setting of the Eno River Park.
Where: West Point on the Eno, Durham City Park
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm each day
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet, NewByzantiumDesigns
More info: http://enoriver.org/Festival/index.html  (Please visit for information on parking & admission!)


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!)

Happy Fourth!

In the United States, Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, picnics, baseball games, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States, but is often also viewed as simply a summer festival, apart from its patriotic overtones.

One of the most ironic pieces of trivia I only recently learned was in regards to former U.S. Presidents, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Both men, pioneers in the movement to obtain our independence, died on the exact same day -- July 4, 1826. How crazy is that? I came across it while watching the fabulous HBO series, John Adams, which I hugely recommend for many reasons. It's also a great reminder of the process and sacrifices made by our forefathers to obtain the independence that we celebrate today.

In my search for tidbits to include in today's Etsy finds, I used the words "fireworks" and "firecracker", one of the greatest symbols of this holiday. Enjoy, and have a fantastic weekend!


Lake Cottages Folk Art Print, $12.95
by Catherine Holman


4th of July Fireworks, $25
by The Daily Pincushion


Playing with Fireworks, $6.50
by Dandy Lion Press


Firecracker Earrings, $55
by Rivet