Handmade Happenings - July 4-7, 2013

Raleigh Fireworks by Orange Cat Art

Happy Independence Day, Triangle! For this special holiday weekend, we have events in Raleigh, Cary and Asheville - for anyone interested in a mountain road trip.
Thank you for supporting your local handmade creators this summer! See you there!

Thursday, July 4
The 'Works - Raleigh
Along with our independence, Raleigh revelers will have lots to celebrate & enjoy! Food, beverages, Kids Zone, athletic stunt performances, music, art vendors and, of course, fireworks!
Where: Art Vendors will be located on Fayetteville Street, between Hargett & Martin Streets, Downtown Raleigh, NC
When: Noon - 11:00 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio, Cockamamie Jewelry
More info: http://www.raleighconvention.com/works/

Friday, July 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: 5:oo pm - ??? (times vary by venue)
Artists to visit:
* Cockamamie Jewelry will be the featured artist at Nora & Nicky's new location at 19 West Harget Street, 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm.
* metamorphosis metals will have an open studio in The Carter Building, 14 Glenwood Avenue, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
* Bordeaux Lane Studio will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street (between Fayetteville & Wilmgington Streets.) Local art vendors, live performances & more! In front of the Morning Times Coffee Shop and the Raleigh Times Bar from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
* Orange Cat Art has photography in the "Primary" exhibit at the Visual Art Exchange, 309 W. Martin Street. Opening reception from 6:00 pm  - 9:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, July 6
Waverly Place Farmer's Market - Cary
Featuring NC local fresh from the farm fruits, vegetables, and more, plus the Waverly Artists Group!
Where: In the parking lot off of the Waverly Promenade on the lower level, at the corner of Tryon and Kildaire Farm Roads, Cary, NC
When: 9:00 am - Noon
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://waverlycary.com/ai1ec_event/waverly-farmers-market/?instance_id=460

Sunday, July 7
The Big Crafty - Asheville

The Big Crafty revives the tradition of the community bazaar, a lively celebration of handmade commerce, featuring local food, beer, toe-tapping tunes, and the fine wares of select indie artists and crafters. 

Where: Pack Place & Historic Pack Square, Downtown Asheville, NC

When: Noon - 6:00 pm

Artists to visit: Cockamamie Jewelry, metamorphosis metals

More info: http://thebigcrafty.com/

Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales! 
- Gretchen Collection - Christmas in July Giveaway & Flash Sale (Tuesday, July 9 at 8:30 PM)! Visit her on Facebook for more details.
- Salvaged Jewelry - Free shipping with coupon code - FREE SHIPPING
- Celia Currin Art - New customers save 15% with code: NEWCUSTOMER2013
- 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 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 be included on the calendar!)

Handmade Happenings - July 10-11, 2010

Take your mind off the heat this weekend with some artistic diversions! Start out in Raleigh for the NC Arts Council's 2nd Saturday event, then road trip up to The Big Crafty in Asheville (it's sure to be cooler in the mountains, right?)  See you there!

Saturday, July 10
NC Arts Council 2nd Saturday - Images of the Capitol
Experience the State Capitol from different vantage points, take part in an architectural photography clinic, or bring your sketchbook. Painters, photographers and other visual artists will be on-site.  (Part of the NC Arts Council's 2nd Saturdays program, offering arts, crafts, heritage & fun through events at historic sites across the state on the 2nd Saturdays of each month all summer long.)
Where: One Edenton Street, Raleigh
When: Noon - 4:00 pm
Seller to look for: oldbroomstreet
More info: http://ncarts.org

Sunday, July 11
The Big Crafty
Celebrating homemade art and crafts of all inspirations, The Big Crafty is a juried, independent craft fair featuring more than 100 local artists and crafters. Plus, live demos, DJs, food & drink and a raffle; it's the art lovers' social event of the year.
Where: Pack Place, Downtown Asheville
When: Noon - 6 pm
Sellers to look for: metamorph, tgurleybathandbody

More info: http://www.thebigcrafty.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, please send the information about the show to Orange Cat Art by Wednesday night to get onto next week's calendar!)