Showing posts with label artsplosure. Show all posts
Showing posts with label artsplosure. Show all posts

Friday, July 10, 2015

Handmade Happenings: 7/10/15-7/23/15

Fall Geometric Art Acrylic Painting
Zendustria: Fall Geometric Art Acrylic Painting
Saturday  July 11, 2015

Midtown Raleigh Farmers' Market

The Midtown Raleigh Farmers Market is located on the Commons at North Hills. The market fosters a community atmosphere and delivers fresh foods from producers to your table. Come to the market for a direct connection to 35 new and returning vendors featuring locally produced breads, desserts, vegetables, produce, nuts, dairy, meats, crafts, and more

When: 8am-12noon
Where: Commons at North Hills, Raleigh
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Sunday July 12, 2015

Artsplosure is bringing its expertise to a series of warm weather month art and craft markets in downtown Raleigh. The first “Second Sunday City mARTket Fair” will take place on Sunday, July 12, from 11 a.m. through 6 p.m. in City Market located at 215 Wolfe Street, Raleigh. 

Artsplosure is known for its annual namesake spring festival that draws thousands to downtown Raleigh. A major feature of its spring festival is the juried Art Market, which features the talents of visual artists and fine crafters from North Carolina and nationally. The experimental “Second Sunday” fair will be similar but on a smaller scale, featuring from 20 to 40 mostly local artists in the market. 

When: 11am-6pm
Where: City Market (215 Wolfe St., Raleigh)
Artist to Visit: Zendustria

Come on down to Ashworth Village in downtown Cary for local music, food trucks, and artists in a family friendly atmosphere!
When: 12noon-4pm
Where: Ashworth Village, Cary
Artists to Watch: Bordeaux Lane Studio



Thursday July 16, 2015
Maltese Cross Pendant
Bordeaux Lane Studio: Maltese Cross Pendant
Pickin' in the Plaza

Come on down to Raleigh's free downtown summer bluegrass concert series!  Though the music, socializing and fun is free, there will be food, beer, and local vendors and artists available with plenty to purchase.  All ages (except the beer purchasing, of course!)

When: 5-1030pm
Where: City Plaza, Fayetteville St., Raleigh
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Saturday July 18, 2015
The 4th Annual Waverly Place Farmers’ Market will kick off on April 25th with 20+ local produce, meats, cheeses, fresh baked goods and handmade crafts. You will find the market vendors under the green and white Waverly tents. lined up from the entrance near Triangle Wine Co. through to the Promenade.
The Waverly Farmers’ Market is part of LOCAL at Waverly Place, which is the backdrop every Saturday to all that our amazing community has to offer. From local musicians, to charities, to community performance groups, you can always expect something fun and exciting during LOCAL!
When: 9am-1pm
Where: Waverly Place, Cary
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Art in the Park was created in 1962 by a handful of area artists and craftspeople to showcase local talent. 53 years after its start, Art in the Park is host to 90 artisans at each show. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more.
Art in the Park’s high standards and professional jury attract artisans from all over the Southeast to exhibit in a series of six shows, May through October. The quality of work exhibited draws thousands to the mountains each month.

Where: Blowing Rock, downtown
When: 10am-5pm
Artists to Visit: Zendustria

Thursday July 23, 2015

Oak City 7 is a summer concert series located in City Plaza (on Fayetteville Street) in beautiful downtown Raleigh.  Admission is free to the public and the events take place from 5pm to 10:30pm on Thursdays, beginning the Thursday after Memorial Day and ending the Thursday before Labor Day.
OC7 features notable local and regional bands along with local and craft beers.  There are at least 3 bands per event.
OC7 does not utilize any taxpayer money and is 100% sponsor driven.  The series will drive substantial revenue into the local economy encouraging attendees to visit local shops, bars, and restaurants before and after each event. Given that the series is sponsor driven, we greatly appreciate your support of these companies who are assisting in local economic growth.
Showcasing amazing local products, services, and artists is the foundation for Oak City 7, all the while providing the public with a comfortable and enjoyable free concert setting.
Where: City Plaza, Raleigh
When: 5-10:30pm
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

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 season!

Come check out our Facebook page, too: https://www.facebook.com/NCTriangleEtsy

Members, if you have any upcoming events, please send them to zorarts on Etsy, or to our FB page. Thank you, kindly!

Thursday, May 14, 2015

Handmade Happenings: 5/16/15-5/21/15

Summer Reverie Dichroic Pendant, Handmade Fused Glass Jewelry from North Carolina
Gilded Lily Glass: Summer Reverie Dichroic Pendant

Friday, May 17, 2015

Artsplosure: The Raleigh Arts Festival

Celebrate Artsplosure's 36th year as Raleigh's premier, free arts festival! In addition to musical performances and student art exhibits, artwork by over 180 juried artists and craftspeople exhibiting in 10 categories will be available for purchase including photography, jewelry, woodwork, ceramics, and more!
When:  Art Market Hours
Friday May 17: 11am-7pm
Saturday May 18: 10am-6pm
Sunday May 19: 10am-6pm
Where: Fayetteville Street, Raleigh (Festival Map)
Artists to Visit: Zendustria, Gilded Lily Glass

Saturday, May 18, 2015

Waverly Place Market

The 4th Annual Waverly Place Farmers’ Market will kick off on April 25th with 20+ local produce, meats, cheeses, fresh baked goods and handmade crafts. You will find the market vendors under the green and white Waverly tents. lined up from the entrance near Triangle Wine Co. through to the Promenade.
Local LogoThe Waverly Farmers’ Market is part of LOCAL at Waverly Place, which is the backdrop ever Saturday to all that our amazing community has to offer. From local musicians, to charities, to community performance groups, you can always expect something fun and exciting during LOCAL!

When: 9am-1pm
Where: Waverly Place, Cary
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

Charlotte VegFest 2015

Charlotte VegFest is a celebration of healthy, sustainable, and compassionate eating and explores the endless benefits of vegetarian living. This FREE event will feature a variety of vegan foods, local veg restaurants and food trucks, local vendors, live music, speakers, nutritional experts, vegan cooking demonstrations, free prizes, gift bags and more! EcoLicious and The Humane League are thrilled to be bringing an even bigger and better event this year to Plaza Midwood. We hope to see you there!

When: 2pm-7pm
Where: Plaza Midwood on Commonwealth Ave.
Artists to Visit; Whispering Willow Soap

Sunday, May 19, 2015

Pinehurst Strawberry Festival

Sunday morning, bask in the glory of a bygone era horse-drawn carriages from all over the east coast grace the streets in town. The parade of carriages features spectacular turn-of-the-century antique and reproduction carriages drawn by beautiful steeds. Following the parade enjoy the best of Moore County's bounty at the Strawberry Festival! Sample everything strawberry from ice cream to shortcake! Browse the craft booths, watch the elegant 4-in-Hand Horse Coaches, listen to the entertainers and enjoy a day in the park.

When: 9am-3pm
Where: Village of Pinehurst
Artists to Visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio

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 season!

Come visit us on our Facebook page, too, NC Triangle Team on Etsy. (Members: if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to zorarts to get onto the calendar.)


Friday, May 16, 2014

Handmade Happenings - May 17-18, 2014

Sea Anemone lampwork glass necklace
by Isabel's Rose
It's a big weekend for the arts in Raleigh, with Artsplosure - a two day festival of art, music, performaces and more. Several of our team members will have booths in the Art Market, so stop by and say hello. See you there!

Saturday, May 17

Midtown Farmers Market - Raleigh
A vibrant, thriving farmers market in the heart of Midtown Raleigh, where the community can buy local, family-farmed foods, grown in a manner that sustains the land and our health. Come to the market for a direct connection to 35 new and returning vendors featuring locally produced breads, desserts, vegetables, produce, nuts, dairy, meats, crafts, and more!
Where:
The Commons at North Hills, 4150 Main at North Hills Street, Raleigh, NC 27609
 When: 8:00 am - Noon
Artist to look for:
Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://midtownraleighfarmersmarket.com/

Saturday-Sunday, May 17-18
Artsplosure - Raleigh
 
Raleigh's annual downtown arts festival is back! The Art Market is in the streets surrounding Moore Square & south on Blount Street. Many downtown locations are hosting special events in conjunction with Artsplosure, so there's lots to do! 
Where: Blount, Martin, Hargett, and Davie Streets - around Moore Square and City Market, Downtown Raleigh, NC (festival map)
When: Saturday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Artist to visit: Flowerthyme, Gilded Lily Glass, Isabel's Rose, metamorphosis metals, TrendeFemme, The Wayward Stitch
More info: http://raleighartsfestival.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 spring! 

(Members, if you have an event or sale coming up, please send your information to Orange Cat Art to get onto the calendar! )

Friday, May 17, 2013

Handmade Happenings - May 17-19, 2013

Red Fizz Turquoise Glass Anything Plate
by Melsie Glass 
This weekend, come join us at some local farmers' markets, Hogg Days in Hillsborough, or Artsplosure in downtown Raleigh! There's plenty to do and see this weekend in the Triangle. Thank you for shopping local & handmade this spring!

Saturday, May 18
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), Cary, NC

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; knits & fiber, and more!

Where: 110 S. White Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
When: 8:00 am - Noon
More info: http://www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org/

Hillsborough Hogg Day
Now celebrating its 31st Anniversary, Hillsborough Hogg Day offers family fun, good food, live music, crafters, merchandise vendors, games and rides, and a classic auto show.
Where: River Park, Downtown Hillsborough, NC
When: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Artist to visit: Piecefully Home
More info: http://hillsboroughchamber.com/hog-day/

Saturday & Sunday, May 18 & 19
Artsplosure - Raleigh
Raleigh's annual downtown arts festival is back! The Art Market is in the streets surrounding Moore Square & south on Blount Street. Many downtown locations are hosting special events in conjunction with Artsplosure, so there's lots to do! 
Where: Moores Square & City Plaza, Downtown Raleigh
When: Saturday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Artists to visit: metamorphosis metals, Melsie Glass
 
- The Green Elephant Co. -  10% off with coupon code WARMERWEATHER
- Celia Currin Art - Mother's Day Sale - Spend $20 and get free shipping with coupon code "Mom20"
- Flowerthyme - Mother's Day Sale! Discounts on m
- Prickly Paw Crafts - Use code "Ribbon10" for 10% off Ribbons
- The Gift Garden - 20% off your purchase with coupon code "SpringCleaning" 
- Orange Cat Art - 10% off our watercolor blanks & scraps! Great for ACEOs, tags, handmade paper & more! No coupon code needed.  

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

(Members, if you have an event or sale coming up, send your information to Orange Cat Art to get onto the calendar! )

Friday, May 18, 2012

Handmade Happenings, May 18-20, 2012

It's going to be a great weekend, with events in all corners of the Triangle - Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, plus Wake Forest and Greensboro! The fun starts tonight and runs through Sunday. Come out and see your local team artists! 

Friday - Sunday, May 18-20
St Barbara's Greek Festival - Chapel Hill
Fun for the whole family, with food, arts & crafts, live music, dancing and more!
Where: East Chapel Hill High School, 500 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
When: Friday, 5-8 pm;  Saturday, 11 am - 9 pm; Sunday, 11 am - 7 pm
Artists to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://www.stbarbaranc-greekfestival.org/Pages/default.aspx 


Saturday, May 12
Durham Craft Market
A fun outdoor market which offers a rotating slate of approximately 35 artisans, representing a variety of crafts, all hand-made in the Durham area! Come enjoy browsing our various booths and meeting our friendly artisans!
 
Where: Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham (across from the Farmers Market Pavilion)
When: 8:00 am - Noon
Artists to visit: 2 Crochet Hooks

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/


Spring Craft Fair and & Bazaar - Greensboro
Handmade arts & crafts, supplies, antiques & more, to benefit the Southwest North Carolina Food Bank.
Where: First Christian Church of Greensboro, 900 West Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27403
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Artist to visit: Twice As Loved

Saturday & Sunday, May 19 & 20
Artsplosure - Raleigh
Raleigh's annual downtown arts festival is back! The Art Market is in the streets surrounding Moore Square & south on Blount Street.
Many downtown locations are hosting special events in conjunction with Artsplosure, so there's lots to do!
Where: Moores Square & City Plaza, Downtown Raleigh 

When:
Saturday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Artists to visit: metamorphosis metals,
Melsie Glass, Trende Femme, Gilded Lily Glass
More info: http://www.artsplosure.org/artsplosure2012/index.html


Insplosure - Raleigh
The Pour House Music Hall is hosting artists indoors, too, as part of the weekend's festivities.  Stop in to listen to some live music and shop from more local artists & crafters!
Where: 224 S. Blount  Street, Raleigh

When: Both days, Noon - 5:00 pm

Artists to visit: La Te Da Jewels & Adornments, Flytrap, Ara Leigh Studios, Cockamamie Jewelry
More info: http://www.newraleigh.com/article/sixth-annual-insplosure-returns-this-weekend/
 
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 coming up next weekend, send your information to Orange Cat Art by Tuesday night to get onto next week's calendar!)

Friday, May 20, 2011

Handmade Happenings, May 20-22, 2011

Great opportunities to enjoy everything that's great about North Carolina and the Triangle this weekend!  Withe the Got to Be NC Festival at the State Fairgrounds, Artsplosure in downtown Raleigh, and a Greek Festival in Chapel Hill...  See you there!

Artsplosure
Raleigh's annual downtown arts festival is bigger & better than ever this year, with Kidsplosure, live music & more!  The Art Market is in the streets surrounding Moores Square & south on Blount Street. Plenty of downtown locations are hosting special events in conjunction with Artsplosure, so there's plenty to do!
Where: Moores Square & City Plaza, Downtown Raleigh 
When: Saturday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Sellers to look for: metamorphosis 
More info: http://www.artsplosure.org/artsplosure2011/index.html

Insplosure
The Pour House Music Hall is hosting artists indoors, too, as part of the weekend's festivities.  Stop in to listen to some live music and shop from more local artists & crafters!  
Where: 224 S. Blount  Street, Raleigh
When: Saturday, Noon - 5:00 pm
Seller to look for: latedajewels 
More info: http://www.the-pour-house.com/gcalendarDetail.php?p=2242

Got to Be NC Festival
If you're going to the fairgrounds to enjoy all the wonderful things that are grown & handmade right here in North Carolina, be sure to check out Turtle Grass Body; A Handmade Market inside the Commercial Building of the Raleigh Fairgrounds.  Owned & operated by our own Laura Shook-Marino of Turtle Grass Body, her store also features the work of Linda Searcy Jewelry, Orange Cat Art, and more! (If you don't make it this weekend, she's there every weekend from 10-6.)
Where: Raleigh Fairgrounds
When: Building & Exhibits Hours: Friday: 10am - 8pm; Saturday: 10am - 8pm; Sunday: 10am - 6pm
Sellers to look for: TurtleGrassBody, OrangeCatArt, LindaSearcyJewelry

More info: http://www.ncagfest.com/
Greek Festival
Enjoy traditional Greek cuisine, music, dancing, art, crafts, religious items, clothing, gifts & novelties from Greek & Eastern Orthodox cultures at the St. Barbara's Greek Festival in Chapel Hill.
Where: East Chapel Hill High School, 500 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC
When: Saturday, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm; Sunday, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://stbarbaranc-greekfestival.org/default.aspx


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!
)

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Handmade Happenings - May 15 & 16, 2010


We have several events in and around the Triangle this weekend. Whether you're looking for fine art or family fun, these festivals have it all!

Saturday, May 15 & 16
Artsplosure: The Raleigh Arts Festival

A celebration of excellence in the performing & visual arts at Moore's Square & City Market in downtown Raleigh.
Where: Blount, Hargett & Martin Streets, Raleigh
When: Saturday - 11:oo am - 7:00 pm (musical performances until 10:00 pm)
Sunday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (music until 6:00 pm)
Sellers to look for: gildedlilyglass, loriola
More info:
http://www.artsplosure.org/artsplosure2010/index.html

Saturday, May 15
Acorn Festival

Entertainment, live music, rides, street dance, parade, tractor pull, golf tournament, games, contest and food and arts/craft vendors.
Where: 302 N. Main Street, Four Oaks
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Seller to look for: naomievelyn
More info: http://www.fouroaksareachamber.com/Festivals/AcornFestival.aspx

Stovall Fun Day
Arts & crafts, food, family fun & street dance!
Where: Main Street, Stovall
When: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Seller to look for: scentfullydelightful
More info: http://www.wral.com/entertainment/out_and_about/event/7303740/

Trunk Show at the Shops of Varina Merchantile
A special opportunity to shop for jewelry & fabric supplies with Linda Searcy Jewelry Designs!
Where: 601 E. Broad Street, Fuquay Varina
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Seller to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry
More info: http://www.theshopsofvarinamerchantile.com/Welcome_Page.php


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 at Noon to get onto next week's calendar!)