Handmade Happenings, October 1-2, 2011

Autumn is truly upon us, with great events in the Triangle area this weekend! Southern Pines, Chapel Hill and Raleigh each feature festivals for the whole family, and two of our members are taking a trip to a festival in the DC area.  Near or far, we hope you'll come out and say hello!

Saturday, October 1
Autumn Fest - Southern Pines
Presented the 1st Saturday in October, Autumnfest is a small street festival that includes live entertainment, arts & crafts booths, food, 5K road race, rides, and more. Everyone is invited to come early to the picturesque setting of Southern Pines and enjoy this wonderful, small-town festival!
Where: Downtown Park, 145 SE Broad Street, Southern Pines, NC
When: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artist to visit: LindaSearcyJewelry 
More info: http://www.mooreart.org/programs/special-events/autumnfest/

Creative Hearts Marketplace - Raleigh
Craft & bake sale at the Open Door Baptist Church!
Where: 9801 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC
When: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Artist to visit: AdorableOriginals
More info: http://www.opendoorlife.com/

1st Annual Downtown Oktoberfest - Raleigh
Beer, food, fun, local arts vendors, and did we mention beer?
Where: The corner of Pace Street and N. Person street (near Krispy Kreme)
When: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Artist to visit: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.downtownraleighoktoberfest.com/

Sunday, October 2

Festifall - Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill’s annual celebration of the arts boasts over 100 quality artists, live entertainment for all ages, hands-on activities, and local food. Chapel Hill residents and people from neighboring communities will have the opportunity to explore our booming local art scene supporting the artists that make our communities and local economy vibrant. 
Where: West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC
When: Noon - 6:00 pm
Artists to visit: DesigningImpressions,  metamorphosis, curiousgoodscurious, GildedLilyGlass, ecstewart 
More info:

Road Trip - Washington, DC Area

Saturday, October 1

Art on the Avenue Festival - Alexandria, VA

A multi-cultural arts festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in the Del Ray neighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia. This festival is held on the first Saturday in October, rain or shine! More than 300 artists (jewelers – silversmith & beaders, woodworkers, pottery makers, soap crafters, glass makers, unique painters, sculptures, fabric artists), musicians, and food vendors. Kids activities, too!

Where: Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA

When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm 
Artists to visit: LORiOLA, CockamamieJewelry
More info: http://artontheavenue.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!

(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 - Sept. 2-4, 2011

We're covering the Raleigh area this holiday weekend with events in Downtown Raleigh, Cary and Wake Forest.  There's something for everyone, from First Friday evening, to a Saturday farmers market, to fun in the park on Sunday afternoon. See you there! 

Friday, September 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 - ??? (times vary by venue)
Sellers to look for: 
* LindaSearcyJewelry and OldBroomStreet will be at the 3rd Annual LoPop Shop in Gallery Two at Artspace at 201 East Davie Street. (6:00 pm - 10:00 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, September 3
Cary Downtown Farmers Market
The Cary Downtown Farmers Market features only items grown or produced by the vendor within a 100-mile radius of the market.  Let us be your first stop for locally grown vegetables and fruit, dairy, honey, crafts and more!
Where: Chatham Square Shopping Center, 744 East Chatham Street, Cary, NC
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/

Sunday, September 4
Labor Day Sunday Entertainment at Joyner Park - Wake Forest
Join Wake Forest ARTS for a great line up of music, performances, arts & crafts, and food at Wake Forest’s beautiful Joyner Park. C’mon out and celebrate summer with us!
Where: Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd, Wake Forest, NC
When: 2:00 pm - 7:30 pm 
Seller to look for: MonkeyChiMonkeyDo 
More info: http://wakeforestarts.org/ 

Check in each week for more handmade arts & crafts festivities this fall! 

(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!)

Handmade Happenings, August 19-21, 2011

Go local this weekend with the 3rd Saturday Fair at NOFO in central Raleigh!  See you there! 

Saturday, August 20

The Saturday3 Fair at NOFO @ The Pig
Join us for food & fun under the tents! Five Points Farmers Market vendors and tarheel food artisans - offering lunch & goodness to take home, including cheeses, meats, fresh bakery items, desserts, sauces, pickles, dairy and more. Local artists offering jewelry, children's clothing, paintings, etc. Live music by Larry Vellani of Mebanesville with his “Roots, Rhythm & World.”
Where: Five Points - 2014 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC 27608
When: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet (aka BordeauxLaneStudio)  
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/NoFo-The-Pig/307408632277 

FYI - Friday, July 15 is Third Friday in Durham.  Lots to see and do downtown!

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

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

Handmade Happenings - May 6-May 9, 2010

Looking for a unique gift for Mom? Or the graduate in your family? How about handmade for something really special!

Thursday, May 6
Trunk Show at A Southern Season
A special opportunity to meet Orange Cat Art in Chapel Hill. Just in time for Mother's Day and graduation shopping!
Where: A Southern Season, University Mall
201 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
When: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: OrangeCatArt
More info: http://www.southernseason.com/info.asp

Friday, May 7
indieNC First Friday Market
Shop local North Carolina. Now you can shop in person from emerging designers selling their wares each First Friday! From the producer of The Rock & Shop Market. See you there!
Where: 131 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh
When: 6:oo pm - 10:00 pm
Seller to look for: joannasphotography
More info: http://www.newraleigh.com/articles/archive/indienc-first-friday-monthly-market-debuts-this-week/

Saturday, May 8
Designers Downtown Market
This is a terrific event that attracts a wide variety of talented artisans! (Coffee & Crepes will be there, too - yum!)
Where: 509 N. West Street (Ornamentea parking lot) & surrounding area, Raleigh
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sellers to look for: latedajewels, LindaSearcyJewelry, metamorph, olivethebeach, piecefullyhome, smutopia, TrendeFemme
More info: http://www.designersdowntownmarket.com/


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

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

Handmade Happenings - April 30-May 2, 2010

Downtown hip shopping? Fun day outing for the whole family? Wine tasting? We have an event for you this weekend! Come enjoy the talents of your local arts & crafts community!

Saturday, May 1
Peakfest - Arts & Crafts Street Festival
This annual event features more than 200 vendors, three stages of entertainment, KidsZone rides & games, a wide variety of food selection & more!
Where: Town of Apex
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry, LivngoodJewelry, ShoreDebris
More info: http://www.apexpeakfest.com/

The Handmade Market
Shop Raleigh, NC’s 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.
Where: Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E. Hargett Street, Raleigh
When: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: metamorph, tgurleybathandbody
More info: http://www.thehandmademarket.com/

Looking for a road trip? Here are some more nearby events!

Triangle & Triad:
Saturday & Sunday, May 1 & 2
Art on the Haw River Wine Trail
A unique approach to the traditional artist studio tours where the venues are four artisan wineries! Benjamin Vineyards & Winery, GlenMarie Winery, Grove Winery and Iron Gate Winery offer wine tastings and winery tours, as well as music and handmade, uniquely designed furniture, pottery, sculptures, paintings, photography, quilting, fiber arts, and much more!
Where: Various sites between Mebane & Burlington
When: Saturday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday - Noon - 6:00 pm
Seller to look for: ellesbeads (She'll be at Iron Gate Vineyards & Winery, 2540 Lynch Store Road, Mebane, NC 27302)
More info: http://www.hawriverwinetrail.com/

Piedmont Triad area:
Saturday, May 1
Mizpah Spring Craft Fest
This annual craft fest is a fundraiser for the church and will feature local artisans in addition to the sale of Moravian Chicken Pies and baked goods.
Where: Mizpah Moravian Church
3165 Mizpah Church Road, Rural Hall, NC 27045 (near Winston-Salem)
When: Saturday - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Seller to look for: DinnerTimeChimes
More info: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=100901476620376&ref=ts

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

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

Handmade Happenings - April 23-25, 2010

We have a wide variety of events to share this weekend, in the Triangle and beyond. Whatever you're into, where ever you roam - we've got a handmade event for you!

Saturday, April 24
17th Annual Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival
Bring the entire family for a day of art, entertainment and good food at Bond Park! More than 170 artists, Earth Day activities, an appearance by American Idol contestant Anoop Desai and more!
Where: Fred G. Bond Metro Park, Cary
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry, naomievelyn, NewByzantiumDesigns, piecefullyhome, tgurleybathandbody, trendefemme
More info: http://www.townofcary.org/

Sunday, April 25
Maker Faire: North Carolina
Maker Faire: NC celebrates things people create themselves -- from James Bond-worthy electronic gizmos to Martha Stewart-quality "slow made" foods and homemade clothes. Inspiration is ubiquitous at the festival and there are surprises around every corner for people of all ages. Also, Kari Chapin, author of The Handmade Marketplace, will be signing books from 2:00 - 4:00 pm.
Where: Loehmann's Plaza, 1821 Hillandale Rd, Durham
When: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sellers to look for: megrnc, spoonflower
More info: http://makerfairenc.com/

Looking for a road trip? Here are some more nearby events!
Triad area:
Saturday, April 24
Author Karin Chapin at The Circa Gallery
Kari Chapin talks about her new book The Handmade Marketplace and to answer any questions that you may have about your business and the art of selling and marketing your work. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Where: The Circa Gallery, 150 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC
When: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
More info: http://www.circagallerync.com/ or http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=102868903083196

Charlotte area:
Saturday & Sunday, April 24 & 25
Art on the Green Festival
This juried art festival features booths with top quality works from artists throughout the region. Join us for an exciting weekend filled with visual, musical & culinary arts!
Where: 119 South Main Street, Davidson, NC
(in front of the Public Library, at the intersection of S. Main & Concord)
When: Saturday - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday - Noon - 4:00 pm
Seller to look for: orangecatart
More info: http://www.ci.davidson.nc.us/index.aspx?NID=611

Richmond, VA:
Saturday & Sunday, April 24 & 25
Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show
IBJS is the premier purveyor of bead resources from around the world!
Where: Richmond Raceway Complex (Colonial Building)
600 E Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA 23222
When: Saturday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Seller to look for: loriola
More info: http://beadshows.com/

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

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

Handmade Happenings - April 16-18, 2010

Here are some terrific events happening this weekend in Durham & in Wake Forest, arts, crafts, music, food, gardening & more! We hope you'll come out & bring the family to enjoy these local arts events!

Saturday, April 17 - Sunday, April 18
Durham Art Walk
The Durham Art Walk is a unique downtown art tour featuring artwork by over 200 artists. Enjoy musical performances, great food and find surprises around every corner. Free shuttle service is provided.
Where: Downtown Durham
When: Saturday - 10 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for, by location:
Carolina Theatre: OrangeCatArt, LindaSearcyJewelry, ShoreDebris
Durham Arts Council: Liv'ngoodJewelry, Metamorphosis, Vintage Scraps
American Tobacco Campus: JoannasPhotography
More info: http://durhamartwalk.com/

Friday, April 16 - Sunday, April 19
Herbfest 2010
The Herbfest is a spring festival highlighting low maintenance, organically grown natural perennials, herb & vegetable plants, herb crafts, cosmetic soaps, cooking recipes, live entertainment, and educational seminars.
Where: Festival Park, Wake Forest
When: Friday - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Seller to look for: scentfullydelightful
More info: http://www.herbfest.net/

Saturday, April 17
GC5 Market
Arts & Crafts with a vintage vibe! A vendor fair featuring local artist and crafters from around the triangle. There will be tons of arts, crafts, food and fun to be had by all. (Just down the street from Herbfest!)
Where: 430 S. White Street, Wake Forest
When: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Seller to look for: WhimsyPics
More info: http://www.visitraleigh.com/visitors/event.details.php?id=16679

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

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

Handmade Happenings - March 26-28, 2010

Several of our local artists and crafters are heading out of the Triangle proper this weekend for the Spring Festival in Clayton. It's just a short drive southeast of Raleigh, so if you're looking for a fun activity on Saturday, we hope you'll stop by!


Saturday, March 27

Spring Festival 2010
Sponsored by Hope Church, this festival offers games, food, vendors & fun for the whole family! (There are even rumors of a car show?)
Where: Clayton Middle School,
490 Guy Road, Clayton, NC 27520
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sellers to look for: ellesbeads, lindasearcyjewelry, naomievelyn, oldbroomstreet, scentfullydelightful, ShoreDebris
More info: Hope Church, Clayton


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

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

Handmade Happenings - March 18-21, 2010

Planning your weekend? Feeling like a little spring shopping? Starting to think about Easter baskets?
Come visit our NC Triangle Team members at these events!


Thursday, March 18 - Saturday, March 20
The Market at Ravenscroft School
The 5th annual springtime shopping extravaganza!
Where: A. E. Finley Activity Center, Ravenscroft School
7409 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh
When: Thursday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sellers to look for: scentfullydelightful, sissyandjacks
More info (& printable free tickets!): http://www.ravenscroft.org/page.cfm?p=538


Friday - Saturday, March 19 & 20
Ignited by Truth Catholic Conference
In addition to workshops and speakers, there is a Vendor & Ministry Fair throughout the conference.
Where: Jim Graham Building, North Carolina State Fairgrounds
1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh
When: Friday - 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday - 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet (featuring Byzantine and Renaissance Icon Imagery Collection)
More info: http://www.ignitedbytruth.com/



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

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

Handmade Happenings - March 12-14, 2010

At long last, spring has arrived in the Triangle! There's more happening this weekend than just ACC basketball, take a break from the action, and join us at some of the great handmade arts & crafts events happening in Raleigh this weekend!

Saturday, March 13
Designers Downtown Market
This is a terrific event that attracts a wide variety of talented artisans! (Coffee & Crepes will be there, too - yum!)
Where: 509 N. West Street (Ornamentea parking lot) & surrounding area, Raleigh
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sellers to look for: AlloverArt, CuriousGoodsCurios, GildedLilyGlass, LatedaJewels, LindaSearcyJewelry, LORiOLA, metamorph, scentfullydelightful, smutopia
More info: http://www.designersdowntownmarket.com/

Wearin' 'O the Green Festival
The St. Patrick's Day parade starts at Noon, then stay to enjoy the Irish themed food, music, vendors & more!
Where: Moore Square, downtown Raleigh
When: Noon - 4:00 pm (?)
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet (featuring Celtic/Gaelic/Medieval-themed items)
More info: http://www.raleighstpats.org/

Friday - Sunday, March 12 - 14
State Farmer's Market Spring Craft Fair
Head to the Market for fresh, local produce, as well as fresh, locally-produced arts & crafts!
Where: I-40 EXIT 297, Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm all three days
Seller to look for: ellesbeads (Saturday only)
More info: http://www.ncagr.gov/markets/facilities/markets/raleigh/promos.htm


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

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

Spring Plans?

Don't forget to check the team forums for details of upcoming Spring shows. If you know of one not listed, please share the details with the team!

Triangle Holiday Arts & Crafts Calendar (Week 1)

Buying local & handmade this holiday season is easy & fun! Here are just a few of the great opportunities around the Triangle this weekend:

Friday, November 13

Temple Beth Or Pre-school Holiday Fair
Where: 5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh (directions)
When: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: Linda Searcy Jewelry Designs, and Shore Debris

Saturday, November 14

Highlands Holiday Bazaar
Where: Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh
When: 9:00 am - 3:oo pm
Sellers to look for: Old Broom Street

Raleigh Jewelry Art Show
Where: 6911 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Linda Searcy Jewelry Designs, Shore Debris, Liv'nGood Jewelry, and New Byzantium Designs

Womenade Holiday Craft Fair
Where: Interact, 1012 Oberlin Road, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Purple Daisies

Sunday, November 15

Christmas Craft Show
Where: Our Lady of Lourdes (Fallon Hall), 2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 11:00 am; 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Old Broom Street


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

(Members, if you have an event coming up next weekend, send it to Orange Cat Art by Wednesday night to get onto next Friday's calendar!)

Temple Beth Or, Holiday Fair, Thursday & Friday, Nov 12-13

What: Temple Beth Or Pre-school Holiday Fair

Where: Temple Beth Or is located at 5315 Creedmoor Road just south of the intersection with Millbrook Road. (Directions/Map)

When: Thursday, Nov 12 (8:30am-12:30pm and 6:00--9:00pm) and Friday, Nov 13 (8:30am-12:30pm)

Many vendors will be at the TBO Preschool, each selling unusual, one-of-a-kind products that make great holiday gifts: children’s clothes, toys, soaps, lotions, handbags, jewelry, pottery, girls’ tutus, chocolate truffles, and lots of Chanukah items, etc.

Several NC Triangle Street Team members will be there, including myself and Vicky of Shore Debris.

Holiday Jamboree / Raleigh / November 7, 2009

The Holiday Jamboree will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 4:00PM to 8:00PM at Brier Creek Elementary School.

This year’s event will be a LOT of fun!

Highlights
■A live band, providing a festive atmosphere throughout the entire evening.
■A holiday shopping bazaar, where local vendors will be displaying and selling unique items, as well as a kids holiday shop where the children can purchase special items for their parents or other family members.
■Plenty of food options, as several local restaurants will be on hand to serve up delicious snacks and entrees.
■An exciting raffle with lots of great prizes, including the wonderful "time with teacher" silent auction, a Wii, an iPod, UNC basketball tickets, several gift certificates, and much, MUCH more!

While you're browsing the booths, look for team member LindaSearcyJewelry!

Sugar Plum Fair / November 4-5, 2009

Over 61 vendors will be participating in the Sugar Plum Fair fundraiser for Soapstone United Methodist Pre-School in North Raleigh.

Sugar Plum Fair
Wed, 4 Nov 9am-1pm and 6-9pm
Thurs, 5 Nov 9am-1pm
Soapstone United Methodist Church
12837 Norwood Road
Raleigh, NC

When you stop in, be sure to look for team member, OldBroomStreet.

Jewelry Art Show : November 14, 2009

WHAT: A JEWELRY ART SHOW to showcase member jewelry, and provide an opportunity for our members to sell, swap and demonstrate their jewelry creations, materials and techniques. We may plan to have some jewelry-making demonstrations.

WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:00am - 4:00pm

WHERE: Red Sun Academy, 6911 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27616 (Past I-540 interchange)

THIS EVENT IS FREE TO ATTEND AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

PLEASE HELP US PROMOTE THE EVENT by inviting your family and friends and posting your social network (blogs, facebook, twitter, etc)!

EVENT WEBSITE: http://jewelryartshow.blogspot.com/

VENDORS: All vendors are members of the Raleigh Jewelry Making Meetup Group.

For more information, email Linda


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This is a gathering of local artists who will be selling handmade and one-of-a-kind jewelry creations. Find unique necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings for gifts, weddings, proms, or any special occasion. This is awesome adornment art straight from the heart, hands and soul of people living right here in the Triangle area of central North Carolina.

This event is put on by the members of the Raleigh Jewelry Making Meetup Group, and is free to attend.

Come experience a variety of styles and visions expressed in stones, sterling silver, relics, clay, beads and wire. There will be jewelry-making demonstrations throughout the day, and all of our artists will be on hand to answer questions about their work.

Please be prepared to pay cash - each artist is handling her or his own sales, and may not be equipped to accept plastic.

Pittsboro Street Fair / October 24, 2009

(click on image for details about event)

The Pittsboro Street Fair will be held on October 24th from 10am to 5pm! It should be bigger and better than ever with the same great music, vendors and crafts as in years past. New this year will be a third stage on the patio of the City Tap Bar, "Sculpture in the Park" Exhibition at the Kiwanis Park, and a Pittsboro Kinetic Sculpture Parade. It will feature mostly Chatham artists with a few invited from surrounding counties who specialize in interactive art for children.

(The rain date is the following day, October 25th.)

Look for NCTriangle team member, OldBroomStreet in booth 17!

Craftland 2009

The Scrap Exchange, an 18 year old creative reuse center, and the North Carolina Triangle Etsy Street Team join together this holiday season to offer “Craftland: Handmade Goods by Local Artists” in the Green Gallery located in the reuse center of The Scrap Exchange. Craftland exists to provide customers and the local community access to sustainable gifts made from repurposed materials. The marketplace is open from October 16th-January 2nd. Items include stuffed animals made from tee-shirts, girl's skirts made from men's work shirts, metal sculptures made from typewriter and sewing machine parts, melted and fused glass items and much more! Many Etsy artists are featured including: ReVamped Creations, Nice Shirt Kid, Lucky Girl Trading, MegRNC, Fandragon, FlowerSoup, Janine Maves, and Donnie Wrights.


A huge thanks goes to Megan (MegRNC), Carolyn (Blue Cuddly), Jill (Orange Cat Art) and Tonya (ReVamped Creations) for all of their hard work in helping organize the 6th Annual Craftland.

Sip & Shop

Sip & Shop
at Chatham Street Cafe
Thursday, October 22nd, 2009
6-9 pm
140 E Chatham St
Cary, NC 27511

Road Trip to Winston-Salem

DinnerTimeChimes will be back in the Winston-Salem area for another craft show this weekend (Saturday October 17th). She will be joining other talented artists at Confluence Coffee’s Fall Festival from 11 am-3 pm. Bring the family and the kids... have some fun, take home a pumpkin and some holiday gifts too!