Category — Craft Shows

Join us on Sunday, August 29th from 12-5pm at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall in Oakland for this year’s Crafts N’At Craft Show.

We’re excited to announce that we have a fantastic line-up of vendors {visit the Crafts N’At website for full profiles}, activities sponsored by Creative Reuse Pittsburgh and the Society for Contemporary Craft, food from Coca Cafe and Square Cafe, and performances by Brad Yoder and Shay and Joe Serkoch.

Come out and support local crafters and donate to a great cause. All profits for the show are being donated to Animals Friends.

Aaaand….Don’t forget about the Kick-Off event!!

Come join us at Wildcard in Lawrenceville on Friday, August 27th from 6-9pm for a kick-ass Kick-Off Party for Crafts N’At. It’s shaping up to be paw-sitively awesome.

Did we mention that all proceeds benefit Animal Friends?

The evening will include:

• Music from DJ Zombo
• Libation from the East End Brewery
• Handmade snacks and desserts
• Crafty raffles
• DIY Button Station
• And more!

Think of it this way: the more you buy, the more (animals) you save!

Applications for Crafts N’At 2010 show are officially open!

Please check the Vendor Page (over at craftsnat.org) for more information about the show, including when it is, where it is, how much it will cost, how many vendors we are accepting and much, much more.

Need something to keep you busy this weekend? Why not 3 somethings that are all about the handmade. These events are chock-full with amazing handmade artisans, good music, and more fun than you can handle in one weekend. Seriously.

Friday, June 25th:

Line-Up:
6pm The Boogie Hustlers
7:15pm Joshua James & Band
8:30pm Sarah Harmer & Band
9:40pm Nicole Atkins & the Black Sea

I Made It! Market Artists Join WYEP 91.3 FM’s Summer Music Festival: Thirty-five local artisans will POP into Schenley Plaza on Friday evening, June 25 from 4 – 8 pm to enjoy a summer night of live music and community. Check out a listing of some of the artists joining in the fun. There will be kids activities starting at 4 pm. You will have the opportunity to chat with local makers to learn about their processes, why they create and how you can get involved.

Offerings include recycled/re-purposed wares, natural body products, jewelry, ceramics, eco-friendly baby wares, hand sewn accessories, kids costumes, hand spun wool yarn, photography and more. This event is free to attend and open to the public.

Saturday, June 26th:

Hand(Made) In Marriage is Pittsburgh’s alternative, indie wedding show. Our goal is to offer the people of Pittsburgh a cool place to meet over 30 vendors who can provide them with something outside the norm.

So please come Saturday, June 26th 2010 from Noon – 5:00pm. The event will be held at WildCard, 4209 Butler Street, and a second location across the street (Istanbul Grille).

Sunday, June 27th:

Featuring

Angela Rocco Photography
Artybecca
Barker’s Herbs & Heirlooms
Black Cats & Company
Bobbie Fox Inc.
charmed by nature
AutumnAndEve
Beauty and the Bead
CKing Wood Works
Cotton Factory
Cowboy Goods
Craftee
E-a-poo’s
garbella
Go Carr Go Art Studio
JetPack Agenda
jilsy designs
Kiddy Kapes
Kuro Neko Studios
Lazypeas
Lexi and Gem
Lilia’s Creation
natchez trace walking sticks
Naturally LeLa
On The Rocks Designs
robyns nest pottery
SilentLotus Creations
That’s What She Thread
The Point Needlecraft
Vital Mother Moon
Whimsical Wonders
Wren & Rita

I Made It! Market, the city’s nomadic indie craft marketplace is hosting a full schedule of events across the City of Pittsburgh. I Made It! Market brings together regional artists with community, traveling into our city’s unique neighborhoods.

The I Made It! Market pop up events provide a unique opportunity for shoppers to meet and speak directly with local artisans who create one- and few-of-a-kind wares. Many products offered by IMI vendors use recycled materials or repurpose previously used objects to create new ones. Artists are open to personalizing or creating products especially tailored to customers’ needs. And, shoppers who purchase wares from IMI artists will be stimulating the local economy by choosing to purchase from independent, local artisans.

The I Made It! Market creates events with a two-fold mission in mind. Our goal is to raise funds and awareness for non-profit, arts and community groups working hard to improve our communities AND to provide the opportunity for regional artists and craftspeople to establish their small businesses by bringing handmade wares directly to the community.

Our summer lineup of events includes:

WYEP Summer Music Festival
Friday, June 25: 4 – 8 pm, Schenley Plaza, Oakland
More than 30 local artisans will pop into Schenley Plaza to celebrate WYEP’s live music festival. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet artists offering handmade wares including: natural body products, handbags, jewelry, repurposed clothing and more.

Hand(MADE) in Marriage
Saturday, June 26: 12 – 5 pm
Wildcard, 4209 Butler Street, Lawrenceville
I Made It! Market and Wildcard offer the first annual indie (independent) wedding showcase. Vendors will be available to speak with soon to be wed couples with services that will make their wedding day truly unique. Couples will find local bakers, florists, entertainers, clothing designers, musicians, DJs, jewelry designers, handmade wedding favors and more. This event was made possible in part by a grant from the Lawrenceville Corporation. Visit the Hand(made) in Marriage website for more information or to learn about our vendors.

I Made It! Market’s 3rd Birthday Party and Marketplace
Sunday, June 27: 12 – 5 pm
American Jewish Museum at the Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Avenue, Squirrel Hill
Entrance at 5738 Darlington Avenue near Murray Avenue.
Festivities include nearly 50 local artisans selling handmade wares, hands-on activities for kids including pirate and princess hat making, collage making, cake and balloons!

SouthSide Works Exposed Artists Market
July 16 – 18
SouthSide Works Town Square, 26th and Hot Metal Streets, South Side
I Made It! Market joins the summer festival at the SouthSide Works where visitors can stroll the 3-day artists market, enjoy food and drinks outside while enjoying live music and strolling entertainers. The festivities last all day and into the night Friday and Saturday so plan to eat dinner in the Works and stay for the entertainment and one-of-a-kind artisan wares! For a schedule of artists market hours, visit www.imadeitmarket.com.

About IMI!
For more information on I Made It! Market including sponsorship and partnership opportunities, or to vend in
a future I Made It! Market event, contact info@imadeitmarket.com. View photos of past events at
www.flickr.com/photos/imadeitpgh.

Flea marketers, garage salers, crafters and vendors are needed for the upcoming flea market to support the Seneca Valley Football Boosters. Only 100 spots are available!

When: Saturday, June 19, 2010, 8 am to 1 pm (rain or shine)
Where: Seneca Valley Middle School parking lot (124 Seneca School Road, Harmony, PA 16037 )
Cost: $20 per 15 x 17′ space (pre-registered & pre-paid); $25 for same day registration

To register send your check or money order to with your name, address, phone number and email to:

SV Raider Nation Football Boosters
P.O. Box 1528
Cranberry Twp., PA 16066

E-mail mrtg@zbzoom.net with any questions. Thank you for your support!

Mary Rose

What: Conneaut Lake: Art Fair on the Boardwalk
When: August 14 and 15, 2010
For Whom: Artists and Folks appreciating fine art

Please join us at Conneaut Lake Park, on the Boardwalk for a weekend of Art Appreciation and a beautiful view. Artists will be displaying their works for sale. The view of the lake is spectacular. We will order good weather.

E-mail ellen@ellensonline.com or phone 814-720-8237 for more information.

Interested in becoming a vendor? Click here.

Just a reminder that the Lawrenceville Little Flea is up and running. And we have some fabulous members that are taking part. Make sure to say hello {and buy a few things} from Iron City Upcyclery.

And just in case you haven’t heard about the Lawrenceville Little Flea:

Little Flea is a neighborhood marketplace featuring a rotating variety of flea, craft and food. Located in Lawrenceville, Little Flea aims to contribute to the sustainability of our community by providing a venue for local vendors and neighbors to gather and share. Little Flea is part of Act Locally! a project of Equita.

Celebrate Earth Day with recycling games, eco-crafts, and appearances by the Litter Bug and Zoo mascot. Meet with local organizations that will show you ways that you can help protect the environment. You can also help save mountain gorillas and enter to win a guided tour of the Zoo by recycling your old cell phones.

Visit the Green Markeptace to shop with local vendors who will offer a wide variety of products including artwork, jewelry, and green solutions for your home. Don’t forget to stop by and say hello to PCC Member, Donna Tarkett of Lunatique.

All activities are free and are included with your general admission.