Handmade Happenings, Dec. 2-4, 2011

Shop local & handmade this weekend!  We have several great community events in the Triangle to help you with your holiday shopping.  See you there!

Friday, December 2
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 (formerly Old Broom Street) and La Te Da Adornments will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street. Local art vendors, live music and more!  7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
* Metamorphosis has an open house at her studio in The Carter Building- 14 Glenwood Ave, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm
 
Saturday, December 3
Ole Time Winter Festival - Cary

Local artists & crafters, performing groups, kids activities, and more! Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus will be present for professional photographs. Make plans now for what promises to be one of the biggest holiday festivals in our area!

Where: Downtown Cary, Chatham Street between Academy and Harrison, Ashworth Village area
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artists to visit: Linda Searcy Jewelry
More info: http://www.pawfectmatch.org/info/display?PageID=11023

4th Annual St. Nicholas Market - Cary
Ornaments, decorations, unique and traditional handmade gifts, vintage linens from around the world, traditional foods, caroling, and an exhibit on the real Saint Nicholas! 
Where: Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church, 2510 Piney Plains Rd Cary, NC 27518
When: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio (formerly Old Broom Street)
More info: http://saintscyrilandmethodius.org/2011/10/15/4th-annual-st-nicholas-market/

Sunday, December 4
Boylan Heights Art Walk - Raleigh
Featuring the best of North Carolina's handmade art! Over 100 artists display and sell their work from porches, homes and studios. This is a wonderful opportunity to stroll through an historic neighborhood and shop for special gifts for the holidays.
Where: Boylan Avenue & surrounding streets, Raleigh
When: Noon - 5 pm 
Artists to visit: metamorphosis metals, Linda Searcy Jewelry, Orange Cat Art, LORiOLA
Curious Goods Curious, Designing Impressions 
More info: http://artwalk.boylanheights.org

Holiday Crafts Fair - Raleigh

Come browse our selection of unique and one-of-a-kind handcrafted items! Pottery, jewelry, knitwear, toys, clothes, hair accessories, all natural bath & body products, candles, natural herbs and more. Our vendors are all local craftsmen and artisans.

Where: Chabad Center of Raleigh, 7400 Falls of Neuse Rd. Raleigh NC 27615  (across the road from Ravenscroft School)

When: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Artists to visit: Marla Faye Creations, Lilac's Lovables, The Paper Cubby, Latherworks Bath & Body

More info: http://www.jewishraleigh.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1338682/jewish/HOLIDAY-CRAFTS-FAIR.htm

Five Oaks Holiday Craft Fair - Durham

Scarves, hand sewn items, jewelry, jewelry holders, paintings, holiday cards, and baked goods. When you are done shopping, stay for the Five Oaks Holiday Party!

Where: 5109 Pine Cone Dr., Durham, NC 27707

When: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Artist to visit: Mountains to the Sea

More info: http://fiveoaksclub.com/2011/11/five-oaks-craft-fair/ 

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 holiday season!

(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!)

Handmade Happenings, November 2-3, 2011

It's a special mid-week edition of our local events calendar, to let you know about the Sugar Plum Fair in North Raleigh on Wednesday & Thursday of this week.  Hope to see you there!

November 2 & 3
Sugar Plum Fair & Silent Auction - Raleigh
Local vendors selling unique products and homemade craft items! This will be a great place for you to buy holiday gifts - toys, clothing, kitchen items, jewelry, cosmetics, books, homemade specialty items, and much more!
Where: Soapstone United Methodist Church, 12837 Norwood Rd Raleigh, NC 27613
When: Daytime shopping Wednesday & Thursday: 9:15 am - 1:00 pm
Silent Auction Thursday evening -  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Artist to visit: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sugar-Plum-Fair-and-Silent-Auction/147644676812?sk=info

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!)

Handmade Happenings - November 12-13, 2010

It's a busy weekend for the artists of the NC Triangle Team! There are a variety of events in Raleigh and Durham for you, and one for our friends in the Piedmont, as well. Shop Local & Handmade this holiday season for unique gifts!

Saturday, November 13
Mistletoe Market - Raleigh
Handmade jewelry, arts and crafts, basket raffles, food, face painting, holiday floral arrangements, paintings, quilting, baby items, and much more! Pre-order your fresh Christmas Tree from local NC Tree farms. $2 Admission/(Children under 12 free)

Where: 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
When: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: In the Winter Wonderland area: KaressKrafters (#28), MarthaMaryJewelry (#45), OldBroomStreet (#16), OrangeCatArt (#21)
In the Jingle Bells area: VintageScraps (#32)
More info: http://www.americantowns.com/nc/raleigh/venues/9th-annual-mistletoe-market-holiday-craft-fair

The Handmade Market - Raleigh
Shop The Handmade Market for hip, handcrafted goods from more than 50 of the best and brightest artists, independent designers and crafters from NC and beyond. New location! - Cobblestone Hall , in historic downtown City Market.
Where: 215 Wolfe Street, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27601
When: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: MegRNC, TrendeFemme
More info: http://www.thehandmademarket.com/site/

Friday & Saturday, November 12 & 13
Holly Jolly - Winston-Salem
More than 35 artisans showing a wide variety of handmade items including many holiday items, sponsored by the Cricket's Nest Craft Shop.
Where: South Fork Community Center, 4403 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem
When: Friday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sellers to look for: DinnerTimeChimes, BuffaloGalsSoap
More info: http://www.cricketsnest.com/special%20events.htm

Sunday, November 14
Holiday Crafts Fair - Raleigh

Come browse our selection of unique and one-of-a-kind handcrafted items. There will be pottery, glass and wood art, jewelry, knitwear, custom baby items, toys, clothes, hair accessories, original art, all natural bath & body products, candles, holiday items, home baked goods and more. Our vendors are all local craftsmen and artisans. So we invite you to come and spend a fun afternoon with us and of course, shop ‘til you drop!

Where: 7400 Falls of Neuse Rd. Raleigh NC 27615 (across the road from Ravenscroft School)
When: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Sellers to look for: BrooksBoutique, MarlaFayeCreations, OhSewCuteDesigns, TGurleyBathandBody, WhimsyPics
More info: http://www.jewishraleigh.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1338682/jewish/HOLIDAY-CRAFTS-FAIR.htm

Home Show - South Durham
An intimate gathering of Triangle area artists, hosted by Minna of minnalee photography. Because this event in in an artist's home, please email Meg (of MegRNC) at meg (at) gmail [dot] com for the address, if you are interested in attending!
When: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Below 14th Designs , KaressKrafters, LindaSearcyJewelry, MegRNC, metamorphosis, OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.facebook.com/?tid=1569299311342&sk=messages#%21/megan.risley


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!)