Handmade Happenings - January 31 - February 2, 2014

"The Riley" Pink Cluster Fabric Flower
Headband by Lucy2s

Hope everyone made it through the snowy weather this week safe & sound! It will be a little warmer this weekend, so if you're ready to get out, come join our team members at some fun events! In addition to the weekly Wake Forest Farmers' Market, we have the inaugural Let's Shop Local! event in Raleigh. If you want to meet some of our team members in real life, join the Special Delivery Project party in Durham! See you there!

Saturday, February 1
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
Artists to visit: A Stitch Niche, Poppy & Purl 

More info: http://www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org/

Let's Shop Local! - Raleigh
   Featuring artists, crafters, and other creative businesses from or near Raleigh, this is an event you don't want to miss out on! You'll find affordably-priced jewelry, hand-painted scarves, soaps, lotions, unique crochet items, pottery, art and so much more!
   Come out and find the perfect gift for that special someone this Valentine's Day, and feel good about the purchase, knowing your money is going right back to your local community! All of our vendors live within 30 miles of Raleigh! Don't forget, when you buy local your money stays in your local community!
Where: NC Fairgrounds' Holshouser Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC
When: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM 
Artists to visit: Lucy2s, Art With Knobs On, Split Infinity Jewelry, Amanda Cousins Studio 
More info:  http://letsshoplocal.weebly.com/

Etsy Special Delivery Project Party - Durham
TiffyBlanchflower has graciously offered to host a get-together for any local Etsy artists who would like to meet up and create greeting cards for Etsy's Special Delivery project, which creates cards for Meals on Wheels recipients. Contact Tiffy to RSVP, let her know if you can volunteer to bring supplies and/or snacks! :)
Where: 1135 Haven Hollow Way Durham, NC 27713
When: 2:00 PM - ?
More info: Contact Tiffy through her Etsy shop

Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales!

- AveryMac&Roo - 15% off any purchase all month long! Discount Code AMR15 - Coupon expires 1/31/14.
- Marla Faye Creations - Celebrating special feature on the blog Ishje's Bits, Marla is offering a 10% off coupon. Read the post to access the code!
- Orange Cat Art - NC Seasons Calendars are 20% Off! No coupon code required.
- Dainty Jewelry by Tonya - 25% off more than 40 items in special SALE shop section!
- Katiebug Bows - Free shipping on orders of $20 with coupon code SHIPFREE 


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 winter & spring! 


(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, April 28-29, 2012

More than a dozen of our terrific Triangle area artists will be displaying their work at events this weekend! The Durham Art Walk Spring Market has something for everyone with art, crafts, jewelry, fashion, food trucks & more! On Saturday, start your day at the Durham Craft Market or Spring Daze in Cary! All are great opportunities to find unique, handmade & locally-made gifts for Mother's & Father's Day, and graduations. See you there!

Saturday, April 28
Spring Daze Arts & Crafts Festival - Cary
The festival is filled with wonderful arts and crafts, your favorite festival foods, community based civic groups handing out information on things you can get involved with, and entertainment.
Where: Fred G. Bond Metro Park, 801 High House Road, Cary
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Tracy Gurley Bath and Body, Bordeaux Lane Studio, Simply Notes & Totes
More info:http://www.townofcary.org/Departments/Parks__Recreation___Cultural_Resources/events/festivals/springdaze.htm

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/ 

Saturday & Sunday, April 28 & 29
Durham Art Walk
A fun and unique, self-guided tour of art galleries, exhibits and vibrant downtown businesses featuring the original artwork of over 200 artists, live musical performances and great local food! Use the FREE Bull City Connector to get around! Maps are provided at all locations, or can be found on the DAW website.

Where: Downtown Durham
When: Saturday - 10 am - 5 pm; Sunday - 1 pm - 5 pm

More info: http://durhamartwalk.com/

Sellers to look for by location: 
1. Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris Street
CockamamieJewelry, Flytrap Studios, MetamorphosisMetals, OrangeCatArt, Vintage Scraps

9. Durham Convention Center, 201 Foster Street
Liz Moran 

10. The Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan
Music Teachah Designs

24. Trotter Building, 410 W. Greer Street
Curious Good Curios, Shore Debris, Trende Femme, Flower Thyme 

37. The Retreat at Brightleaf, 815 W. Morgan
Rocket Betty Designs, Good Girls Studio  

39. Smitten... a Sweet Boutique, 1105 West Main Street
LaTeDaJewels 

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 coming up next weekend, send your information to Orange Cat Art by Tuesday 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!)