Handmade Happenings - June 14-15, 2013

Handmade Upcycled Leather and Metal Cuff
by Salvaged Jewelry

Spend some time with Dad this weekend at one of our local events! Whether he's an art aficionado or a mad scientist, we've got you covered. Thank you for supporting your local handmade creators this summer! 

Friday,  June 14
Art After Dark - Fuquay-Varina
The event showcases local artists and musicians in a variety of events, performances, and activities at sites around downtown. Come enjoy a variety of local artwork and crafts. Meet the artists, view and buy their work, and get inspired! 
Where: Artist Market: 103 Raleigh Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC
When: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://www.quadrant3.info/aadthismonth.html 

Saturday, June 15
Maker Faire: North Carolina - Raleigh
Every year at Maker Faire: NC makers, crafters, inventors, evil geniuses, scientists and artists come together for a day of family-friendly fun and inspiration. From home-made cookies to home-made robots, Maker Faire: NC promises something for everyone in a showcase of the American creative spirit. Bring the whole family out to Maker Faire: NC at the NC State Fairgrounds and get your creative juices flowing!
Where: Gov. Kerr Scott Building, State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raleigh NC 27607 (Gate 11)
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Artist to visit: Salvaged Jewelry
More info: http://makerfairenc.com/

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

Handmade Happenings, June 16-17, 2012

There's lots to do and see in the Triangle this weekend - terrific markets in Durham, Raleigh and Clayton, plus Maker Faire: NC at the State Fairgrounds. Treat Dad to a unique, handmade gift! See you there!

Saturday, June 16
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/ 

Semi-Annual Arts & Crafts Fair - Clayton
Come and shop handmade jewelry, stained glass products, children’s toys, doll clothes and accessories, handmade quilts and blankets, appliqué towels, aprons and clothing, handcrafted woodworking, unique accessories, home décor and so much more!
Where: Unique Boutiques And Marketplace, 21 Anna Dr Suite 101, Clayton, NC 27520
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 
Artists to visit: Lucy 2's, Melanie R Jewelry  
More info: http://www.facebook.com/events/343696959030931/ 

Weekly Craft Show - Raleigh
Sponsored by Gifts with a Heart handmade & fair trade shop, there will be a variety of crafts from paintings to handmade jewelry, and more!
Where: Swift Creek Shopping Center, 2867 Jones Franklin Road, Raleigh, NC 27606 
When: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm 
Artist to visit: Alvelo Quilt Art 
More info: http://www.giftswithaheartraleigh.com/

Saturday3 Fair & Farmer's Market - Raleigh
There will be tons of vendors with local fruits, veggies, crafts, and more! And as always there will be live music and delicious Bloody Marys on the deck!
Where: NOFO @ The Pig, 2014 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC 27608 
When: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio 
More info: http://www.facebook.com/events/245465605562837/ 

Maker Faire: NC - Raleigh
Makers, Crafters, Inventors, Evil Geniuses, Scientists and Artists come together for a day of family-friendly fun and inspiration. From home-made cookies to home-made robots, Maker Faire: NC promises something for everyone in a showcase of the American creative spirit. (Admission: Adults $10, Students/Youth $5; Under 6 Free!)
Where: NC State Fairgrounds, Kerr Scott Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raleigh NC 27607 
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Artists to visit: Li Sashay, Trende Femme 

More info: http://makerfairenc.com/ 

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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, June 17-19, 2011

Looking for something fun do to with Dad this weekend? Join us in Raleigh this weekend for Maker Faire and The Saturday3 Fair!  Whether he's an mad scientist, do it yourself-er, local-vore, or just curious - we've got you covered.  Happy Father's Day to all the Triangle Dads!

Saturday, June 18
Maker Faire: North Carolina
Makers, Crafters, Inventors, Evil Geniuses, Scientists and Artists come together for a day of family-friendly fun and inspiration. From home-made cookies to home-made robots, Maker faire NC promises something for everyone in a showcase of the American creative spirit. Come join the fun!
Where: Gov. Scott Kerr Building, NC State Fairgrounds, 
 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raleigh NC 27607
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry, Liv'nGoodJewelry
More info: http://makerfairenc.com/
(Thanks to team member BullCityCraft for supporting this event!)

The Saturday3 Fair @ NOFO
Join us for food & fun under the tents! Over 100 products from tarheel food artisans - join us for lunch, and bring a cooler to fill with 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
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/NoFo-The-Pig/307408632277?sk=wall&filter=2

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 summer!

(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 - 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!)