To visit their site for more info...CLICK HERE!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Vulture Fest 2009 and Art Around the Square (Carbondale, IL)
Tonight was the Carbondale Downtown Art and Wine Festival. It was nice to vend at, and the weather was absolutely amazing!!! Please visit the DAWF Website for more info...
Next weekend (October 9), is the Art Around the Square, where local businesses in the downtown area feature artists from all over the country in their shops. Many times, the artists may even begin selling their work from the shop after the event too. Please visit The Art Around the Square Website for more info. Stop into Dayshift if you have a chance to see two really great artists!! (Carbondale, IL)
Then, the following weekend (October 17-18) is Vulture Fest!! I will be there shopping and possibly vending. The boardwalk is a fun place to visit and there will be lots of art, crafts, and music. Some good food (especially the candied almonds and pecans...yum!!) Dayshift will be vending there too. (Makanda, IL)
Tis the season to be creative and make, sew, craft, whatever you fancy!! The nice cooler weather (at least in the Midwest) inspires more people to get put in their communities and enjoy local art and other fun activities. The holidays are fast approaching, so stock up your Etsy shops and be prepared this year!!
Happy Crafting!!
Next weekend (October 9), is the Art Around the Square, where local businesses in the downtown area feature artists from all over the country in their shops. Many times, the artists may even begin selling their work from the shop after the event too. Please visit The Art Around the Square Website for more info. Stop into Dayshift if you have a chance to see two really great artists!! (Carbondale, IL)
Then, the following weekend (October 17-18) is Vulture Fest!! I will be there shopping and possibly vending. The boardwalk is a fun place to visit and there will be lots of art, crafts, and music. Some good food (especially the candied almonds and pecans...yum!!) Dayshift will be vending there too. (Makanda, IL)
Tis the season to be creative and make, sew, craft, whatever you fancy!! The nice cooler weather (at least in the Midwest) inspires more people to get put in their communities and enjoy local art and other fun activities. The holidays are fast approaching, so stock up your Etsy shops and be prepared this year!!
Happy Crafting!!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Home Ec.
Sew Darn Jenny can be found HERE. Her new brick n mortar shop is so freakin adorable. I love it!!! She is the author of Sew Darn Cute, a book you really need to check out!!
Her shop is just adorable :)
Our doors are open...come visit!
Home Ec. Silverlake
3815 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90026
Tue-Fri 12-7pm
Sat 11am-7pm
Sun 11am-6pm
closed Mondays
GRAND OPENING PARTY:
Friday, SEPTEMBER 4, 7-10pm
Her shop is just adorable :)
Our doors are open...come visit!
Home Ec. Silverlake
3815 W. Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90026
Tue-Fri 12-7pm
Sat 11am-7pm
Sun 11am-6pm
closed Mondays
GRAND OPENING PARTY:
Friday, SEPTEMBER 4, 7-10pm
Thursday, September 24, 2009
StoneMountain & Daughter Fabric Shop in Berkley, CA
This craft-friendly, fabric-friendly shop is so fun!! It looks like this shop is their only one. They have a really nice selection of unique materials and notions too!! See their website HERE.
As for craft shows in Berkley, I found this info:
Maven: Urban Design + Craft Fair
Read more on Craft: blog here...
1700 Dwight Way
(between Mcgee Ave & Roosevelt Ave)
Berkeley, CA 94703
(415) 710-4726
"The idea for Maven: Urban Design + Craft Fair was born from the final project in Adjowah Brodie's graphic design class at San Francisco City College. The professor asked the class to design a two color poster that captured the essence of a place or event, and Adjowah, an Oakland based jewelry designer, made a poster for the fictitious Women of Color Crafts Fair. She loved her poster so much she wanted the fair to be real. Although she has decided not to continue with her studies in the Graphics field, Adjowah was able to make the craft fair a reality.
Maven: Urban Design + Craft Fair is an indie boutique style craft fair featuring the Bay Area's most exquisitely skilled and ultra crafty women artisans. Held the second Saturday of every month, the next event takes place on October 14th from noon - 5p.m., at the corner of Dwight and McGee in Berkeley, California. Maven is a Hebrew word, which, loosely translated, means "One who is skilled in any field". Adjowah chose the name because she felt it best described both herself and the artists she'd met over the years at various fairs & festivals. "Off the top of my head I can name a local Soap Maven, a Felt Maven, even a Paper Jewelry Maven." Adjowah describes her customers as mavens, too. "When you shop this fair, you officially become a Shopping Maven, because you will be choosing from an eclectic assortment of gifts you just can't find anywhere else. You'll be an exceptionally gifted giver."
The Maven Craft Fair seeks to promote the businesses of all women, with a special emphasis on women of color in the arts/crafts/handmade/D.I.Y. communities. The Maven Craft Fair presents the best of the best, with a strong commitment to locally handmade arts, crafts, goods and services. Although Adjowah has gracefully exited the world of graphics, she is enthusiastic about her new project and looks forward to seeing it grow. "There's nothing else like it in the East Bay." she explains. "I know a lot of great women crafty types and I already have a waiting list for the November show. There is a need for this kind of marketplace, and I'm glad to be a part of it".
As for craft shows in Berkley, I found this info:
Maven: Urban Design + Craft Fair
Read more on Craft: blog here...
1700 Dwight Way
(between Mcgee Ave & Roosevelt Ave)
Berkeley, CA 94703
(415) 710-4726
"The idea for Maven: Urban Design + Craft Fair was born from the final project in Adjowah Brodie's graphic design class at San Francisco City College. The professor asked the class to design a two color poster that captured the essence of a place or event, and Adjowah, an Oakland based jewelry designer, made a poster for the fictitious Women of Color Crafts Fair. She loved her poster so much she wanted the fair to be real. Although she has decided not to continue with her studies in the Graphics field, Adjowah was able to make the craft fair a reality.
Maven: Urban Design + Craft Fair is an indie boutique style craft fair featuring the Bay Area's most exquisitely skilled and ultra crafty women artisans. Held the second Saturday of every month, the next event takes place on October 14th from noon - 5p.m., at the corner of Dwight and McGee in Berkeley, California. Maven is a Hebrew word, which, loosely translated, means "One who is skilled in any field". Adjowah chose the name because she felt it best described both herself and the artists she'd met over the years at various fairs & festivals. "Off the top of my head I can name a local Soap Maven, a Felt Maven, even a Paper Jewelry Maven." Adjowah describes her customers as mavens, too. "When you shop this fair, you officially become a Shopping Maven, because you will be choosing from an eclectic assortment of gifts you just can't find anywhere else. You'll be an exceptionally gifted giver."
The Maven Craft Fair seeks to promote the businesses of all women, with a special emphasis on women of color in the arts/crafts/handmade/D.I.Y. communities. The Maven Craft Fair presents the best of the best, with a strong commitment to locally handmade arts, crafts, goods and services. Although Adjowah has gracefully exited the world of graphics, she is enthusiastic about her new project and looks forward to seeing it grow. "There's nothing else like it in the East Bay." she explains. "I know a lot of great women crafty types and I already have a waiting list for the November show. There is a need for this kind of marketplace, and I'm glad to be a part of it".
Monday, September 21, 2009
Siesta Fiesta Art & Craft Show Dec. 2009
" Siesta Fiesta Art & Craft Show
Saturday, Dec 12 10:00a to 5:00p
at Siesta Key Village, Sarasota, FL
The 31st Annual Siesta Fiesta returns to its original date this year on April 25 – 26, 2009.
The 31st Annual Siesta Fiesta returns to its original date this year on April 25 – 26, 2009. Admission is free and open to the public.
This two-day event brings together a variety of talented artists and crafters with all original work that is handmade in America"
Here is their website: http://www.artfestival.com/
And below is info on another show...
"10th Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival
Saturday - Sunday, September 26 - 27, 2009
Show Hours: Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Free, no gate.
Osceola Blvd. in Stuart, Fl.
Stuart is located on the banks of the St. Lucie River and downtown Stuart brims with activity daily. With over 70 gift shops, restaurants and clothing stores, downtown Stuart is certainly the place to enjoy beautiful fine craft and the Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival is the perfect location! From photography, paintings, sculpture, jewelry and more showcased from over 100 fine crafters, your visit to downtown Stuart is promised to be a feast for the senses. See you there!
"
Saturday, Dec 12 10:00a to 5:00p
at Siesta Key Village, Sarasota, FL
The 31st Annual Siesta Fiesta returns to its original date this year on April 25 – 26, 2009.
The 31st Annual Siesta Fiesta returns to its original date this year on April 25 – 26, 2009. Admission is free and open to the public.
This two-day event brings together a variety of talented artists and crafters with all original work that is handmade in America"
Here is their website: http://www.artfestival.com/
And below is info on another show...
"10th Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival
Saturday - Sunday, September 26 - 27, 2009
Show Hours: Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Free, no gate.
Osceola Blvd. in Stuart, Fl.
Stuart is located on the banks of the St. Lucie River and downtown Stuart brims with activity daily. With over 70 gift shops, restaurants and clothing stores, downtown Stuart is certainly the place to enjoy beautiful fine craft and the Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival is the perfect location! From photography, paintings, sculpture, jewelry and more showcased from over 100 fine crafters, your visit to downtown Stuart is promised to be a feast for the senses. See you there!
"
Mankind Magazine
This is a fun idea...
Why not make a PDF magazine featuring your own work, or the pretty things made by friends or other people you admire. This site sells digital copies of their magazine. Not sure the exact amount, but if you are familiar with Photoshop and Adobe InDesign or Frontpage, this is a really innovative idea. Word may even do nicely, just give it a try!! You could also use this same idea for family albums to give as gifts this holiday season...
To check out the Mankind Magazine, click HERE. Their website is AWESOME!! and contains a bunch of fun links to other cool sites.
Why not make a PDF magazine featuring your own work, or the pretty things made by friends or other people you admire. This site sells digital copies of their magazine. Not sure the exact amount, but if you are familiar with Photoshop and Adobe InDesign or Frontpage, this is a really innovative idea. Word may even do nicely, just give it a try!! You could also use this same idea for family albums to give as gifts this holiday season...
To check out the Mankind Magazine, click HERE. Their website is AWESOME!! and contains a bunch of fun links to other cool sites.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
STRANGE FOLK FESTIVAL !!! NEXT WEEKEND !!!
Please please do not forget to save next weekend to visit Strange Folk Festival!!! This show was great fun last year, so I know you will enjoy it if you love crafts!!
See their website HERE
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