Handmade Happenings, November 4-6, 2011

The first weekend of November and some chilly fall weather to get you in the mood for holiday shopping!  Our team members are participating in events in Raleigh, Roxboro and Morrisville this weekend, so come out a say hello.  A fun way to shop local & handmade this holiday season - see you there! 

Friday, November 4
First Friday - 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: 6:00 pm - ??? (times vary by venue)

Artists to visit:
* LaTeDaAdornments will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street (between Fayetteville & Wilmgington Streets.) Local art vendors, live music and more! In front of the Morning Times Coffee Shop and the Raleigh Times Bar from 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 

Friday - Sunday, November 4-6
Annual Autumn Art Fest - Raleigh
The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Raleigh is hosting its annual art festival this weekend. What a great way to start your holiday shopping! Items for sale will include pottery, jewelry, stained glass, paintings, textiles, photography, woodworking, baskets, and much more. Visitors will also enjoy browsing, so bring your friends and neighbors. Where: 3313 Wade Avenue, Raleigh When: Friday 6 - 9 pm; Saturday - 10 am - 5 pm; Sunday - 10 am - 2 pm
Artist to visit: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.uufr.org/special-events 

Saturday, November 5, 2011 
Holiday Craft Fair - Morrisville
The 3rd Annual Fall Craft Fair at the year-round Western Wake Farmers' Market. In addition to the regular vendors, you'll find jewelry, crocheted and knitted items, artisan foods, soaps, lotions, canvas art, pottery, and so much more!
Where: Morrisville Carpenter Rd. between Davis Dr. and Hwy. 55 in Carpenter Village
When: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Artists to visit: TGurleyBathandBody, ShoreDebris 
More info: http://westernwakefarmersmarket.org/Post/7082524860805419212 

6th Annual Holiday Extravaganza - Roxboro 

A variety of local & home businesses, artists & crafters will be represented at this event at the Roxboro Community School. Plus, stew by the quart and by the bowl, and a silent auction!

Where: 115 Lake Drive, Roxboro, NC 27573

When: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm 
Artists to visit: LindaSearcyJewelry, MountainstotheSeaNC

More info: http://www.roxborocommunityschool.org/cms/

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, October 27-30, 2011

This weekend's event calendar starts early with a Trunk Show at A Southern Season in Chapel Hill on Thursday.  Then join several of our members at a Galleria Craft Fair in Raleigh on Saturday.  See you there!

Thursday, October 27
Trunk Show at A Southern Season - Chapel Hill
Meet photographer Jill Davis during "Made in North Carolina" month at Chapel Hill's landmark gourmet market!  Orange Cat Art's complete line of NC photographic prints, cards will be there, plus 2012 calendars and holiday card sets.
Where: A Southern Season, University Mall, Hwy 15-501 @ Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
When: 10 am - 5 pm 
Artist to visit: OrangeCatArt 
More info: http://www.southernseason.com/

Saturday, October 29
Galleria Craft Fair at St. Raphael - Raleigh
More than 50 artists & crafters presenting: cards & paper crafts, jewelry, doll clothes, Christmas ornaments, cookbooks, silk flowers, purses, decorative items, wood crafts, baby items, baskets, kitchen items, mixes & soups, children items, scarfs, soaps, metal yard art, wreaths, candles and more!
Where: 5801 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists to visit: OldBroomStreet, LindaSearcyJewelry
More info: http://galleriacraftfair.com/ 

Holly Fest - Holly Springs
Entertainment, arts & crafts, pirates, kids' corner, pumpkin carving contest, costume parade, Robinson's Racing Pigs, food for every taste, and much more!
Where: Womble Park, across from 301 Stinson Avenue, Holly Springs, NC
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artist to visit: BeyondWords12 , DesigningImpressions
More info: http://www.hollyspringsnc.us/dept/park/hollyfest/index.html

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, October 15-16, 2011

A beautiful fall weekend in store for the Triangle area, so come out & see some of our team members display their work at one of these great events!  See you there!

Saturday, October15
The Saturday3 Fair at NOFO @ The Pig - Raleigh
Join us for food & fun under the tents! Five Points Farmers Market vendors and tarheel food artisans, plus local artists offering jewelry, children's clothing, paintings, and more!
Where: Five Points - 2014 Fairview Road, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Seller to look for: VillainousVixen
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/NoFo-The-Pig/307408632277

33rd Annual Holly Arts & Crafts Festival - Pinehurst
Nearly 200 artisans and crafters in a variety of genres - from woodworking to glass, stitched art to lawn ornaments, hand-crafted jewelry to metal sculpture, gather in downtown Pinehurst.  Area restaurants and food vendors dot the gathering as downtown shops offer sales and specials. 
Where: Historic Old Town Pinehurst
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artist to visit: OldBroomStreet (aka, Bordeaux Lane Studio)
More info: http://www.pinehurstbusinessguild.com/

Cooke Street Carnival - Raleigh
The 2011 theme is The Sideshow and Circus Freaks so dress up in your carnie attire and come have some fun with the rest of the freaks in the street. Art, performers, music & food! The event is a Can Drive for the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina (http://www.foodbankcenc.org/) so bring some cans to donate!
Where: Cooke Street, between E. Lane & E. Jones Streets, Raleigh
When: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Artists to Visit: metamorphosis, LaTeDaJewels, curiousgoodscurios
More info: http://www.cookestreetcarnival.com/, or  https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=140826072673041

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, October 7-9, 2011

First Friday in October, beautiful fall weather, and great arts & crafts events!  Raleigh, Cary and Wilmington this weekend, and then a special event in Durham on Monday.  See you there!

Friday, October 7
First Friday - 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)

Artists to visit:
* OldBroomStreet (aka Bordeaux Lane Studio) and LaTeDaJewels will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street (between Fayetteville & Wilmgington Streets.) Local art vendors, live music and more! In front of the Morning Times Coffee Shop and the Raleigh Times Bar from 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, October 8
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
Artist to visit: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/

Saturday - Sunday, October 8 - 9
Riverfest - Wilmington
Riverfest has about 200 craft and food vendors plus fireworks, entertainment on two stages, various exhibits and a children’s area. Additional Riverfest activities include skateboard competitions, street dance, wakeboard competition and a musical Battle on the River by a number of bands, a film festival, and Art in the Garden tours of gorgeous private and public gardens enhanced by art and music. Plus - the Invasion of the Pirates!
Where: Water Street, Wilmington 
When: Saturday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm; Sunday 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
Artists to Visit: TurtleGrassBody, metamorphosis 
More info: http://wilmingtonriverfest.com/events/street-fair/

Monday, October 10
Arts Fair - Durham
Duke Divinity School 2011 Convocation & Pastors' School - A celebration and study of Arts and the Life of the Church.  The Arts Fair portion of the conference is open to the public.
Where: Duke University, Durham, NC
When: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Artist to visit: OldBroomStreet
More info: www.divinity.duke.edu/initiatives-centers/lifelong-learning/cps-2011


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 - September 16-18, 2011

This weekend is just packed with opportunities to shop & connect with local artists, crafters, and the handmade community in the Triangle - SPARKCon, the Etsy Summit Meet-up, and much more!  See you there!

Events:
Saturday & Sunday, September 17 & 18
bazaarSpark
One of the “creative potluck” that is SPARKCon in Raleigh, bazaarSPARK is a collection of artisans, food, fashion, friends and surprise joining together along with their wares as an outdoor shopping experience. What if the mall was cool? What would it feel like? bazaarSPARK was created to answer that question.
Where: E. Davie & Fayetteville Streets, Raleigh
When: Saturday - 10:00 am - 6:00 pm;  Sunday - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet (aka BordeauxLaneStudio) (Booth 19C), metamorphosis (Booth A7), CuriousGoodsCurios (Booth A8), DesigningImpressions (Booth D36), hooksandeyes(Booth D32),  LaTeDaJewels, BijouSavvy, TurtleGrassBody
More info: http://www.sparkcon.com/

The Saturday3 Fair at NOFO @ The Pig
This event has been postponed this weekend, due to the rainy forecast.  Come visit on Sunday, instead!
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.
Where: Five Points - 2014 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC 27608
***  When: Sunday - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm ***
Seller to look for: VillainousVixen
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/NoFo-The-Pig/307408632277

Bud Light City Fest
In addition to the concert at the downtown Raleigh Amphitheater, featuring Better than Ezra, enjoy the Bud Light Rage Cage featuring food vendors, art vendors - Nyla Elise, Mangled Minds, Triangle Jewelery Makers, NC Fotobooth, Miss Capitol City, and a tasty beer tent with craft beers. 
Where: Lenoir Street
When: Craft show - 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry
More info: http://www.rocktheblockws.com/

SALE!
New team member honeypotvintage is having a grand opening sale! Use coupon code GRAND15 at checkout to save 15% on great vintage fashion!

Etsy Summit:
Techshop RDU is one of the Meet-Up sites for this weekend's Etsy Summit!
The Acorn to Oak Handmade Team and Techshop RDU have planned 2 amazing full days of DIY, handmade and creative business classes - some streamed live from Etsy's summit in Berlin, some live and in person here in Raleigh.  There's something for everyone - yarn & fabric swap, wood turning, painting, metalsmithing, a food truck rally for lunch on Saturday, and much, much more!
The full schedule is on Acorn to Oak's team page, check it out for an opportunity to learn & connect with local crafters!
More info: http://www.etsy.com/teams/9638/acorn-to-oak-handmade/discuss/8833140/page/1

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, August 12-14, 2011

A new event in North Raleigh this weekend, and new team member Music Teachah Designs is celebrating 1 year on Etsy with a sale!  Come join us!

Friday - Sunday, August 12-14
Art in the Village - North Raleigh
Visit Lafayette Village this weekend, August 12th - 14th to view artwork from local artists. This is the first of many "Art in the Village" exhibits, so come on out and enjoy! Plus, live Music on the Green on Friday from 7pm - 10pm (bring a chair or blanket).
Where: 8450 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
(Off Falls of Neuse Road, just inside I-540)
When: Friday - 4:00pm - 8:00pm; Saturday - 1:00pm - 7:00pm; Sunday - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://hosted-p0.vresp.com/949975/2989690377/ARCHIVE

SALE!
MusicTeachah is having a big birthday sale promotion & giveaway through Thursday, August 18th.
12 Days of discounts and specials, plus a $50 Gift Card Giveaway! Visit her website for all of the details: www.musicteachah.com 


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, August 5-7, 2011

It looks like Emily will be passing us by, but at least the forecast is for cooler temperatures.  Come out and enjoy some local & handmade goodness with us in the Triangle this weekend!

Friday, August 5
First Friday - 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: 
* Metamorphosis has an open house at her studio in The Carter Building- 14 Glenwood Ave, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
* OldBroomStreet (aka Bordeaux Lane Studio) and LaTeDaJewels will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street (between Fayetteville & Wilmgington Streets.) Local art vendors, live music and more! In front of the Morning Times Coffee Shop and the Raleigh Times Bar from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, August 6
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, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, pottery, jewelry, home-made jams, jellies, sauces and baked goods.
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/

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, July 30-31, 2011

Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer!  This weekend, come out to the Cary Downtown Farmers Market.  Local produce, local handmade art - it's a great way to start your Saturday!

Saturday, July 30
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, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, pottery, jewelry, home-made jams, jellies, sauces and baked goods.
Where: Chatham Square Shopping Center, 744 East Chatham Street, Cary NC
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/

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, July 23-24, 2011

Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer!  This weekend, come out to the Cary Downtown Farmers Market.  Local produce, local handmade art - it's a great way to start your Saturday!

Saturday, July 23
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, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, pottery, jewelry, home-made jams, jellies, sauces and baked goods.
Where: Chatham Square Shopping Center, 744 East Chatham Street, Cary NC
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/

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, July 15-17, 2011

The weather is a little cooler than earlier this week, so there's no excuse not to come out & enjoy this mid-summer weekend with your friends on the NC Triangle Team!  See you there! 

Saturday, July 16

Designers Downtown Market - Raleigh
The "DDM" features fine locally made arts and crafts with an outdoor big city feel.  Our vendors showcase some of the finest handcrafted arts and crafts in the area: jewelry, pottery, apparel, stained glass, paper crafts and more!
Where: 509 N. West Street (Ornamentea parking lot & surrounding area), Raleigh
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sellers to look for: TurtleGrassBody, CuriousGoodsCurios, DesigningImpressions  
More info: http://www.designersdowntownmarket.com/

The Saturday3 Fair @ NOFO
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
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, including the opening of The Scrap Exchange's new Green Gallery exhibit, "Put a Bird on It." (At their new location, 923 Franklin Street, Bays 1 & 2, Durham, NC 27701.)

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

Handmade Happenings, July 8-10

Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer so far!  This weekend, come out to the Cary Downtown Farmers Market.  Local produce, local handmade art - it's a great way to start your Saturday!

Saturday, July 9
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, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, pottery, jewelry, home-made jams, jellies, sauces and baked goods.
Where: Chatham Square Shopping Center, 744 East Chatham Street, Cary NC
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/
(Also, OldBroomStreet will be at the weekday market every Tuesday 3-6 pm throughout the season! ) 

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, July 1-4, 2011

Come join us for events celebrating the 4th of July in the NC Triangle all weekend long!  Wishing everyone a happy & safe Independence Day!

Friday, July 1
First Friday - 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: 
* Metamorphosis has an open house at her studio in The Carter Building- 14 Glenwood Ave, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
* OldBroomStreet (aka Bordeaux Lane Studio) and LaTeDaJewels will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street (between Fayetteville & Wilmgington Streets.) Local art vendors, music by One Tribe, fire hooping by Pickle Mamas, and more! In front of the Morning Times Coffee Shop and the Raleigh Times Bar from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, July 2
Founding Fathers Bash
Kick off your holiday celebration at your local Earth Fare this Saturday. We’ll be serving up an All-American Cook Out, plus live music, prizes, local vendors and fireworks after dark! The burgers are only a buck, and all Servicemen eat FREE!
Where: EarthFare, 10341 Moncreife Rd. Raleigh, NC
When: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm (Art vendors - from 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm.)
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.wral.com/5onyourside/smartshopper/blogpost/9794399/ 

Saturday - Monday, July 2 -4
Festival for the Eno
A great festival featuring local arts & crafts, music, food and fun! The Festival is presented by the Eno River Association, which is committed to the preservation of the nature, culture, and history of the Eno River basin.
Where: West Point on the Eno Park, Durham
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm each day
Sellers to look for: NewByzantiumDesigns
More info: http://www.enoriver.org/Festival/index.html 

Monday, July 4
North Carolina State Capitol Celebrates July 4
Pack a picnic, bring your lawn chairs and your blankets, and enjoy the Independence Day holiday weekend by attending this annual patriotic celebration on Monday, July 4. The North Carolina State Capitol will sponsor this fun-filled family event that has become a downtown Raleigh tradition.
Where: Edenton, Salisbury, Morgan and Wilmington Streets, Downtown Raleigh
When: Noon - 4:00 pm
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/event/north-carolaina-state-capitol-celebrates-july-4

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, June 24-26, 2011

Since the first "official" day of summer was this week, it's a perfect time for a road trip!  Some of our artists will be participating in a harbor art festival in the New Bern area this weekend.  Stop by on your way to the beach, or if you're staying in town, visit a farmers market!

Friday, June 24 & Saturday, June 25
Bridgeton RiverFest - Fine Art at the Harbor

Browse through works of some of the finest artists in the eastern North Carolina area, a region noted for nautical and natural images and artists renowned for their quality and innovation.  Find just the right image for that bare spot on your wall or a beautiful gift for those you love.  Just across the Neuse River from historic New Bern, NC, Riverfest also includes a sailboat race, pirate-themed kids activities, food & music!
Where: Bridgeton Harbor Marina, 1101 B Street Bridgeton, NC 28519
When: Friday - 1 PM to 7 PM; Saturday, 10 AM to 7 PM

Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry, metamorphosis
More info: http://bridgetonriverfest.weebly.com/

Saturday, June 25
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, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, pottery, jewelry, home-made jams, jellies, sauces and baked goods.
Where: Chatham Square Shopping Center, 744 East Chatham Street, Cary NC
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/
(Also, OldBroomStreet will be at the weekday market every Tuesday 3-6 pm throughout the season! ) 

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, 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, June 10-12, 2011

Durham is the place to be this weekend for creative activities for you and the whole family! Let your inner craftiness out at the Etsy Craft Party at Bull City Craft on Friday afternoon & evening. (You don't have to be on Etsy to participate!)
Did you know Saturday is National Get Outdoors Day? We can think of no better place to celebrate than at Duke Homestead's Herb, Garden & Craft Festival.  See you there!

Friday, June 10
Etsy Craft Party - Durham

Join the party at Bull City Craft for crafts, food, and fun for the whole family! Come celebrate the start of summer and the creativity of our local community. It's a showcase of handmade goods and artwork by local artists! Food by local chef Reda Boustani. Live music. Crafty surprises!
Where: Bull City Craft, 210 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707 (next to Local Yogurt)
When: 4:oo pm - 8:00 pm

Seller to look for: Metamorphosis
More info: http://bullcitycraft.com/

Saturday, June 11
Herb, Garden & Craft Festival - Durham
Come to Duke Homestead to enjoy a wide variety of herb and craft vendors, 19th century games for children, traditional herbal use displays, musical entertainment, craft demonstrations, refreshments &  more! (Free admission!) The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources sponsors activities across the state on the 2nd Saturday of each month all summer long.
Where: Duke Homestead, 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, NC 27705 
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.ncdcr.gov/2ndsaturdays.asp

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, June 3-5, 2011

Downtown Raleigh is the place to be tonight for great First Friday events! On Saturday, we have events in Cary, Durham and Fuquay-Varina.  Wherever you are in the Triangle, come out & join us this weekend for some local, handmade good times!

Friday, June 3
First Friday - 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: 
* Metamorphosis has an open house at her studio in The Carter Building- 14 Glenwood Ave, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
* OldBroomStreet (aka Bordeaux Lane Studio) and LaTeDaJewels will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street (between Fayetteville & Wilmgington Streets.) Local art vendors, live performances, fire hooping & more! In front of the Morning Times Coffee Shop and the Raleigh Times Bar from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, June 4
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, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, pottery, jewelry, home-made jams, jellies, sauces and baked goods.
Where: Chatham Square Shopping Center, 744 East Chatham Street, Cary NC
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/
(Also, OldBroomStreet will be at the weekday market every Tuesday 3-6 pm throughout the season! ) 

Arts on the Plaza - Durham
The new outdoor Plaza at Northgate Mall is the perfect place for a spring art show. "Arts on the Plaza" will feature more than 40 fine art and craft artists, live musical entertainment, spacious walkways for browsing, family activities and great food! Plus, an open house at the Durham Arts Council's new Clay Studio Gallery.

Where: Northgate Mall (I-85 and Gregson Street - directions)
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sellers to look for: metamorphosis
More info: http://www.durhamarts.org/artsontheplaza.html

Celebration of the Arts - Fuquay-Varina
The Celebration of the Arts is a unique feature of the Celebrate Fuquay-Varina Festival. The festival boasts more than 70 arts and crafts vendors from all over the southeast region. You’ll enjoy strolling in downtown and browsing among artists that offer everything from handmade crafts to one-of-a-kind museum art pieces.
Where: Main Street, Fuquay-Varina
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Seller to look for: BeyondWords12 (Booth #7)
More info: http://www.celebratefv.com/

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, May 28-30, 2011

Happy Memorial Day weekend from the local artists of the NC Triangle Team! 

Saturday, May 28
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, pasture-raised meats, eggs, honey, cut flowers, landscape plants, crafts, pottery, jewelry, home-made jams, jellies, sauces and baked goods.
Where: Chatham Square Shopping Center, 744 East Chatham Street, Cary NC
When: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://caryfarmersmarket.com/
(Also, OldBroomStreet will be at the weekday market every Tuesday 3-6 pm throughout the season! ) 


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