Showing posts with label holiday shopping. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holiday shopping. Show all posts

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Handmade Happenings - November 7-10, 2013

Turkey Hair Bow by Katiebug Bows
Have you taken the Handmade Pledge for your holiday shopping this year? Whether you make it 100% and official, or just for the folks who didn't ask for the latest video game, we want to make it easy for you to shop handmade & local this year! Every week we'll bring you a list of events featuring our NC Triangle Team artists & crafters from all around the area. You're sure to find an event near you! See you there!

Thursday & Friday, November 7-8
Vendor Fair - Apex
Salem Baptist’s Weekday Preschool’s annual Vendor Fair features dozens of popular vendors set up in the Fellowship Hall. Additionally, new this year is a Kids’ Sale held in the Multi-Purpose Room, where used toys, kid/baby equipment, and clothes will be available for sale.
Where: Salem Baptist Church, 1821 North Salem Street, Apex, North Carolina 27523
When: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm both days
Artists to visit: Piecefully Home, Katiebug Bows
More info: http://www.salem-bc.org/upcoming-events

Friday, November 8
UNC BAR Cultural Extravaganza - Chapel Hill
Let yourself be transported on a journey where the old school meets new school. Be captivated by the awe-inspiring performances of BSM subgroups and NPHC fraternities and sororities. It wouldn't be an extravaganza without a variety of vendors to complete your experience. Don’t miss this event!
Where: Friday Center, 100 Friday Center Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
When: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Artist to visit: Cockamamie Jewelry
More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/608835052505913/

Saturday, November 9
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/ 

4th Annual Lochmere Art & Craft Show - Cary 
Come see some amazing art produced by your neighbors and friends of Lochmere! There will be pottery, painted rocks, stained glass, jewelry, basketery, limestone sculpture, photography, handmade children's clothes, tote bags, knitted and crochet items and much more!
Where: Lochmere Pavilion Shops, Intersection of Kildare Farm Road & Lochmere Drive, Cary, NC
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Artists to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://www.lochmere.org/community/lochmere-news/238-4th-annual-lochmere-arts-crafts-show

The Handmade Market - Raleigh
Shop The Handmade Market in Raleigh, NC for hip, handcrafted goods from more than 50 of the best and brightest independent artists, designers, and crafters from North Carolina and beyond.
Where: Cobblestone Hall, 215 Wolfe Street, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC (City Market/Moore Square)
When: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm (Early bird shopping from 10-11 for $5 at the door!)
Artists to visit: metamorphosis metals, Flytrap, Whispering Willow Soap

More info: http://www.thehandmademarket.com/

Saturday & Sunday, November 9 & 10
NC Comicon - Durham
A 2-day celebration of all things comics! Panel discussions, costume contest, Artist Alley, and much, much more!
Where: Durham Convention Center 301 W. Morgan St. Durham, NC
When: Saturday 10:00 am - 7:00; Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Artist to visit: Designing Impressions Crochet
More info: https://www.facebook.com/NCComicon

Friday-Sunday, November 8-10
Fall Craft Fair - Raleigh
More than 100 local crafters will feature a range of gifts and unique decorating ideas, including wreaths, ornaments, quilted items, floral arrangements, stained glass, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, soaps, baskets, candles, handbags, birdhouses, ornamental garden accessories and more.
Where: State Farmers Market, 1201 Agriculture St., Raleigh, NC 27603
When: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm each day
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio (Sunday Only)
More info: http://www.visitraleigh.com/includes/calendar-of-events/Fall-Craft-Fair/25333/

Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales!
- Katiebug Bows - Free shipping on orders of $20 with coupon code SHIPFREE 
- jdfootloose -  15% off your order with Coupon Code: MOMMA
- Shelia Kempf ArtWorks -  BOGO (buy one, get one free) or 50% off on select prints!

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 or sale coming up, send your information to Orange Cat Art to be included on the calendar!)

Friday, November 1, 2013

Handmade Happenings - November 1-3, 2013

Autumn Patchwork Scarf by jdfootloose
Welcome to November! Tonight is First Friday in Raleigh, and Saturday marks our first weekend of handmade holiday shopping opportunities. Come join us for a beautiful autumn weekend!

Friday, November 1
Join us for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene. Be sure to check online for news about events that might have been cancelled to due the rainy forecast.
Where: Downtown Raleigh
When: 5:00 pm - ??? (times vary by venue)
Artists to visit:
* metamorphosis metals will have an open studio in The Carter Building, 14 Glenwood Avenue, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm
 
Saturday, November 2
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/

Winter Wonders Craft Fair - Apex
Artists, vendors, and crafters of all kinds will be at Middle Creek. With everything from jewelry, candles, soap, accessories for you and your home, clothing and original art, the Craft Fair is the ideal place to start your holiday shopping!
Where: The Commons at Middle Creek High School, 123 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC 27539
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio (Booth 19)
More info: http://mchs-ptsa.com/2013/10/winter-wonders-craft-fair/

Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales!
- jdfootloose -  15% off your order with Coupon Code: MOMMA
- Shelia Kempf ArtWorks -  BOGO (buy one, get one free) on select prints!

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 or sale coming up, send your information to Orange Cat Art to be included on the calendar!)

Friday, December 21, 2012

Handmade Happenings, December 22-23, 2012

Paper Christmas Stars - Set of 2
by Prickly Paw
If you're a last minute shopper, it's not too late to buy local & handmade! A few of our hardy team members will be out this weekend, and you can always shop online! If you're local, you might be able to work out a pick up / delivery arrangement with the artist. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!

Saturday, December22
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: 10:00 am - Noon
Artists to visit: Poppy and Purl, A Stitch Niche, Tracey Gurley Bath & Body
More info: http://www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org/   


Shop Local Online! Team Member Etsy Shop Sales!
- Celia Currin Art -  60% off sale! No coupon code needed!
- Cockamamie Jewelry - 25% off your total with coupon code SCROOGEDUP
- JD Footloose - Free shipping on select items in the FREE SHIPPING shop section
- Shams & Coverups - Enter Coupon Code: "XMAS2012" to get 20% off anything until Christmas!
- Precious Lambs Gifts - FREE Domestic Shipping on Orders $20 or more - Convo me for code before placing order OR Take 10% off your order - large or small - with coupon code PLG10

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 year! 

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

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Handmade Happenings, Nov. 16-18, 2012

Padded Wristlet / Mini-Purse - Stripes & Polka Dots
by Elisalou Designs
Festivities all around the Triangle this weekend - Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Wake Forest, Apex, Hillsborough... Where ever you may be, our talented artists have an event near you! So many great opportunities to shop handmade & get out in your community! See you there!

Friday - Saturday, November 16 -17
Durham Art Walk Holiday Market
A fine arts and crafts event that will help Durham kick off the season in style! It's a weekend full of art and holiday spirit including: dazzling examples of local artistic talent, world-class restaurants, great shopping, innovative new businesses and fascinating historic sites.
Where: All team members will be at Site 1: Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St. Durham, NC 27701. Event continues at sites around Downtown Durham (map).
When: Friday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturday10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artists to visit: Ara Leigh Studios, Elisalou Designs, Cockamamie Jewelry, metamorphosis metals, Orange Cat Art, Split Infinity Jewelry
More info: http://durhamartwalk.com/

Christmas Bazaar - Chapel Hill
Shop for hand-made items and alternative gifts! Arts and crafts, jewelry, homemade baked goods, Christmas gifts and decorations, holiday floral arrangements, and more.  Dinner and live music will be served up on Friday, and a catered luncheon will be held on Saturday.
Where: Christ United Methodist Church, 800 Market Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
When: Friday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Saturday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm 
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://www.christmethodist.org/article/christmas-bazaar-for-missions/

Candy Cane Corner - Wake Forest
A variety of arts, crafts & vendors!
Where: St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School, 520 West Holding Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587
When: Friday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Artist to visit: Warlop's Woolies
More info: http://www.facebook.com/SaintCatherinesCandyCaneCorner

Saturday, November 17
4th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Bazaar - Hillsborough
Local artisans with a wide variety of arts & crafts! Pick up a perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for family and friends on your holiday shopping list.
Where: 402 N. Nash Street, Hillsborough, NC
When: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Artist to visit: Linda Searcy Jewelry
More info: http://www.ourhillsborough.com/html/main/announce_display/newsID/76955/index.html

Holiday Bazaar - Raleigh
More than 40 vendors, featuring kitchenware, artwork, home decor, jewelry, quilts, handbags, and so much more. Plus, a Bake Sale, and soup & sandwiches available for purchase.
Where:Highland UMC, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Artist to visit:Beyond Words
More info: http://www.highlandumc.org/article309560c4970138.htm

Sunday, November 18
Christmas Craft & Vendor Fair - Apex
Come and do your Christmas shopping early. Crafters include fabric bowls & dolls, photography, personalized kids' books, pottery, handmade fabric bags, handmade jewelry, original art, homemade food items and more! Hosted by Girl Scout Troop 1761.
Where: Apex Chamber of Commerce, 220 N. Salem St, Apex, NC 
When: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Artists to visit: Heebie Jeebie Designs
More info: http://www.julietteslist.org/juliettes-list-classifieds/show-ad/?id=448

dTown Market - Durham
Art, fashion, music & food to relax your Sunday at this bi-weekly indie market!
Where: Motorco Music Hall, 723 Rigsbee Ave. Durham, NC 
When: Noon - 5:00 pm
Artist to visit: Tracey Gurley Bath & Body
More info: http://dtownmarket.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 throughout the holiday shopping season! 

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

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Handmade Happenings, November 8-11, 2012

Whirlybird Chainmaille Pendant
by Split Infinity Jewelry
The weekend starts early with shopping events on Thursday & Friday! Then we have a variety of activities all around the Triangle area for you on Saturday. No matter where you live, we have something close by! See you there!

Thursday - Friday, November 8-9
Holiday Vendor Fair - Apex
Hosted by the Preschool at Salem Baptist Church.
Where: 1821 North Salem Street, Apex, NC 27523
When: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm both days
Artists to visit: Heebie Jeebie Designs, Beyond Words, Piecefully Home 
More info: http://www.facebook.com/events/150970325049693/

Friday, November 9
Trunk Show - Chapel Hill
A special event for UNC's homecoming weekend at Cameron's in University Mall! Cockamamie Jewelry is bringing her own vintage eclectic style to Cameron's - a gallery with an great mix of gifts, clothing, and jewelry.
Where: 201 S. Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514
When: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Artist to visit: Cockamamie Jewelry
More info: http://www.facebook.com/events/385401171536206/

Saturday, November 10
4th Annual Holiday Fair - Cary
Shop from over 40 local crafters, artists, & direct sellers!
Where: St Michael the Archangel Catholic Church Parish Center, 804 High House Rd, Cary
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Artist to visit:
Beyond Words, Heebie Jeebie Designs
More info: http://www.stmichaelcary.org/


Mistletoe Market Holiday Fair - Raleigh (Wake Forest)
Handmade jewelry, arts and crafts, basket raffles, food and much more! $5 admission, children under 12 free. Bring a canned food item for $1 off admission!
Where: Wakefield High School, 2200 Wakefield Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614 
When: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Artist to visit: Designing Impressions Crochet, Karen's Soaps, Orange Cat Art, Tracey Gurley Bath & Body, Piecefully Home 
More info: http://www.wakefieldhsconnect.org/ 

Holiday Art Market - Butner
Hosted by the Granville Arts Council - artisans, crafters, live music, raffles, and fun! Get your Christmas shopping started early and enjoy the performances!
Where: National Guard Armory, 105 Central Avenue, Butner, NC 27509
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Artist to visit: Split Infinity Jewelry
More info: http://www.granvilleartscouncil.org/ 

4th Annual Lochmere Arts & Crafts Show - Cary
Come enjoy amazing art created by your friends and neighbors! Pottery, stained glass, jewelry, basketry, decoupage, and more!
Where: Lochmere Pavilion, intersection of Kildaire Farms Rd. and Lochmere Dr., Cary, NC
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Artist to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://www.lochmere.org/community/lochmere-news/110-third-annual-arts-and-crafts-show

The Handmade Market - Raleigh
Hip, handcrafted goods from more than 50 of the best and brightest independent artists, designers, and crafters from North Carolina and beyond!
Where: Cobblestone Hall (City Market), 215 Wolfe Street, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27601
When: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Artists to visit: Melsie Glass, metamorphosis metals, Flytrap
More info: http://www.thehandmademarket.com/ 

Wednesday, November 14 
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: 150 S. White Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
When: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Artists to visit: Poppy and Purl, A Stitch Niche
More info: http://www.wakeforestfarmersmarket.org/  


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 shopping season! 

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

Friday, November 4, 2011

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

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!
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