Handmade Happenings, August 10-12, 2012

Matisse Abstract Woman Pendant
by Bordeaux Lane Studio

Hope everyone is enjoy these last weeks of summer! This weekend, we have events in Fuquay-Varina and Cary! Come out and visit one of our most active team members, Donata of Bordeaux Lane Studio! 

Friday, August 10
Artists & Crafters Market - Fuquay-Varina
Part of the 2nd Fridays "Art after Dark" series in Downtown Fuquay-Varina, meet & shop with local artists, enjoy the Open Mic / Talent Showcase, participate in a community mosaic project, and more!
Where: 103 Raleigh St. Fuquay-Varina, NC (across from "Artistic Expression")
When: 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Artists to visit: Bordeaux Lane Studio
More info: http://www.fvartscouncil.org/aadthismonth.html 

Saturday, August 11
Waverly 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/2012/06/03/waverly-farmers-market/

Shop Local Online! Team Member Sales!
- Heebie Jeebie Designs - SUMMER SALE! 25% off all jewelry! Enter coupon code: BEACHBUM


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 next weekend, send your information to Orange Cat Art to get onto next week's calendar!)

Handmade Happenings - May 22 & 23, 2010

Your brain may have already left for the beach, but if your body is still in the Triangle, come check out these arts events & shopping opportunities this weekend!

Saturday, May 22
Spring Arts Festival
30 talented vendors displaying handcrafted jewelry, books, whimsical mosaics, wall hangings, stained glass, soaps, candles, candy bouquets -- and much more! A family event with activities for creative kids, as well.
Where: Church of the Nativity, 8849 Ray Road, North Raleigh
When: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.nativityonline.org/reg.html

Trunk Show at the Shops of Varina Merchantile
A special opportunity to shop for handmade jewelry and loose beads/jewelry supplies with Vicky of Shore Debris!
Where: 601 E. Broad Street, Fuquay Varina
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Seller to look for: ShoreDebris
More info: http://www.theshopsofvarinamerchantile.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!)

Handmade Happenings - April 16-18, 2010

Here are some terrific events happening this weekend in Durham & in Wake Forest, arts, crafts, music, food, gardening & more! We hope you'll come out & bring the family to enjoy these local arts events!

Saturday, April 17 - Sunday, April 18
Durham Art Walk
The Durham Art Walk is a unique downtown art tour featuring artwork by over 200 artists. Enjoy musical performances, great food and find surprises around every corner. Free shuttle service is provided.
Where: Downtown Durham
When: Saturday - 10 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for, by location:
Carolina Theatre: OrangeCatArt, LindaSearcyJewelry, ShoreDebris
Durham Arts Council: Liv'ngoodJewelry, Metamorphosis, Vintage Scraps
American Tobacco Campus: JoannasPhotography
More info: http://durhamartwalk.com/

Friday, April 16 - Sunday, April 19
Herbfest 2010
The Herbfest is a spring festival highlighting low maintenance, organically grown natural perennials, herb & vegetable plants, herb crafts, cosmetic soaps, cooking recipes, live entertainment, and educational seminars.
Where: Festival Park, Wake Forest
When: Friday - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Seller to look for: scentfullydelightful
More info: http://www.herbfest.net/

Saturday, April 17
GC5 Market
Arts & Crafts with a vintage vibe! A vendor fair featuring local artist and crafters from around the triangle. There will be tons of arts, crafts, food and fun to be had by all. (Just down the street from Herbfest!)
Where: 430 S. White Street, Wake Forest
When: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Seller to look for: WhimsyPics
More info: http://www.visitraleigh.com/visitors/event.details.php?id=16679

We hope you'll make a point to 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!)