Sunday Afternoon Housewife - Giveaway

Martha Latta of Sunday Afternoon Housewife has been crafting since she was a teen. Having used the moniker Sunday Afternoon Housewife to cover a variety of ventures, Martha now creates fun (and funky) jewelry, screen printed apparel, and, as I mentioned last week, is now offering helpful online blogging workshops.

*GIVEAWAY - Closed - Congrats Cheryl! Sunday Afternoon Housewife is giving away a fun prize pack (pictured) that includes a candy sprinkle pendant, a scrabble tile pendant, a Sunday Afternoon Housewife magnet & a spot in the December Blogging Workshop. There are three ways to enter this giveaway!

1. Visit Sunday Afternoon Housewife's website & leave a comment on this post noting your favorite product.

2. "Like" Sunday Afternoon Housewife on Facebook, then leave a comment on this post noting you have done so.

3. Subscribe to Sunday Afternoon Housewife's newsletter, then leave a comment on this post noting you have done so. (Scroll down - under upcoming events)

Giveaway ends at 9pm EST, Sunday, November 7.

The Experience Sponsors

Yesterday I directed your attention to some of our supportive businesses that are sponsoring our upcoming event, The Funky Finds Experience. Show these terrific business owners some love for supporting handmade!

Two Buck Tees specializes in low cost promotional T-shirts starting at $2, custom embroidery and other promotional products. Ask about their band promo kit and check out their website for more information. See their terrific screen printing abilities & merchandise at The Experience!


Market Mommy is an online marketing resource for mom entrepreneurs, showing moms how & where to market their businesses. Market Mommy also offers free advice via their blog, an e-newsletter, & several low cost and/or free ways to market your business on the site. Market Mommy also offers low cost marketing, design & printing services for business owners on a budget.

Ruby Jane’s Retro Fabric is a quilt shop/fabric boutique specializing in retro prints, 1930's reproductions, novelty & children's fabrics. They carry a variety of apron & craft patterns, unique children's clothing patterns, trims & buttons. Shop online or visit the store in Garland, TX. The store hosts a Sit & Sew every other Friday night providing a great opportunity for you to work on your current project, receive advice, & socialize with fellow crafters. Ruby Jane's also has a monthly Make & Take.

Jewelers on the Boulevard features handmade jewelry created by Linda & Dennis Chrysler in their Fort Worth, Texas studio. The creative duo uses glass as the basis for all focal pieces that are made using two techniques, flameworking & fusing. For over 15 years, the team has worked together to create miniature works of wearable glass art. As each piece is individually designed and produced, no two pieces are exactly the same. Visit their storefront in Fort Worth to shop and/or attend a workshop. And don't forget to visit their booth at The Experience!

Rarmai Photography, where reflection & radiance comes together to make artistic photographs! Founded in 2007, Jen Sulak of Rarmai Photography has been passionately pursuing her craft & meeting folks around the Metroplex using her creative gift. She is on a mission to be radiant, atypical, reflective, meaningful, astounding & innovative with her imagery and artwork! If you would like to book Jen for a session, event or wedding, please contact her at 972-395-9156. Visit the Rarmai Photography photo booth at The Experience on Saturday, November 6th, for a free mini photo session!

Do you love snail mail? If so, then join a swap on Swap-bot, a web tool used to coordinate group art, craft, & pen pal swaps. At any given time, there are over 400 public swaps to join! It is also a social network with over 30,000 members where you can share, create, chat, & have fun with others from all over the world.

Sunrise Soaps offers all natural products created using only therapy & food grade ingredients. No synthetic fragrances or dyes (essential oils & botanicals only) are used in their products & they are all produced in small batches to ensure high quality. Sunrise Soaps offers products that are great for even the most sensitive skins. Visit their booth at The Experience on November 6th & 7th!

Carie Magee of Monkey House Photography says she always knew that she loved taking pictures, but never in her wildest dreams did she ever think that God would send her down the path of blessing others through the art of photography. She refers to the Bible verse from Proverbs 3:6, "In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path." While her path has not always been the smoothest, she says it's perfect in every way, allowing her to enjoy life while making time to stand still & savor the precious moments of life through photography. Visit the Monkey House Photography photo booth at The Experience Sunday, November 7th, for a free mini photo session!

Make Shop & Studio was founded in 2005 by Julie McCollough Kim. The goal of Make was to fill a void in the market that Julie felt should serve those that wanted to learn traditional crafts but make modern projects. Make features a boutique filled with items hand-crafted by local artisans, as well as a workspace that offers a variety of courses that cover a wide range of subjects, including soap making and quilting. Julie recently announced her newest passion project, Indie Genius. This micro-boutique allows individual artisans to open a small retail space without the burden of long-term leases, extensive overhead, staffing & more. The grand opening is slated for the first Thursday in November in Dallas’ trendy Bishop Arts District.

The Experience Sponsors

I have been sharing previews of all the talented artists, crafters & designers that will be showcasing their wares at The Funky Finds Experience next weekend. But, no event would be possible without the support of all our wonderful sponsors! Please show these businesses some love for supporting our endeavors to promote handmade goods. More to come tomorrow.

Yelp is a website that connects people with great local businesses. In August 2010, Yelp drew an audience of more than 38 million unique visitors and yelpers have written more than 12 million reviews, making Yelp the leading US local guide for real word of mouth on everything from boutiques and mechanics to restaurants and dentists. Yelp can also be found in the UK, Canada, Ireland, France & Germany. Yelp Mobile apps are available for the iPhone, iPod Touch, Android, Palm Pre & Blackberry.

Fort Worth based Cabbage Rose Quilting & Gifts was established by Karen O'Neill in December 1997. What started with only a few bolts of fabric has grown to over 8,000 different fabrics from Moda, Free Spirit, Michael Miller & much more. The shop & website also carries quilting cottons, home decor fabrics, batiks, laminates & flannels, as well as plenty of patterns, kits and books for endless projects to keep you creative and inspired. Cabbage Rose is currently in the process of relocating to a larger space across the street from their current location. Stay tuned for more information regarding all the new exciting things that will be offered in the new store, including a wide range of workshops.

BurdaStyle is a place for people who sew or would like to learn. The goal is to bring the traditional craft of sewing to a new generation of fashion designers, hobbyists, DIYers and anyone looking to create. The website offers copyright-free sewing patterns, step-by-step tutorials, skill sharing, inspiration, project ideas & a community of those passionate about sewing. Each pattern is offered as a downloadable PDF. An accompanying PDF includes instructions, as well as information about sizing, materials, & difficulty level.

Etsy Fort Worth is a collective of artists, crafters & creators with online stores on Etsy.com who promote the benefits of buying local handcrafted goods. The group sponsors the Cowtown Indie Bazaar, a 100% handmade craft show held biannually in Fort Worth to connect artists and their talented work with the community.

ZooTap.com is a social networking site where you make the rules! Connect with like-minded users and make friends around the world. The site is a great place to promote your business or to make some new friends & contacts. Join today & level up at the Zoo!

ArtHash is a site dedicated to the promotion of the arts. The site features artists, galleries, art events, & call to artists from all over the world. Artists & galleries can easily submit to the site gaining valuable free exposure.


For the third year in a row, the 2010 Etsy Dallas Jingle Bash will offer up hand-picked, modern handmade goods from over 50 artists, crafters & designers on Saturday, November 20 from 2-8pm. The Bash will also have live DJ music, a free photo booth, two full bars with a restaurant on-site, free DIY crafts, & 50 free goody bags stuffed with top quality handmade swag. Admission is free!

Unanimous Craft is a directory of resources for idie business owners. Users can submit listings to the directory siting a resource they feel would be valuable to other business owners & crafters. All listings are categorized & indexed so new users can easily find them by clicking on a tag or browsing the pre-set categories. Users can also rate & review listings. The site is a great place to find interesting & helpful information, so start browsing today!

Stolen Moments Inn is a scrapbooking, stamping, and/or quilting retreat for you & your best friends. Conveniently located in Maypearl, Texas, the Inn is easily accessed from the DFW Metroplex using either I-35E or I-35W. Six to twelve crafters can enjoy a retreat in this beautiful 1922 Victorian that has been remodeled for retreating comfort. Visit the website for pictures, information & booking information.

Sunday Afternoon Housewife - Blogging E-Course

Martha Latta of Sunday Afternoon Housewife recently began offering online workshops and the November e-course will cover blogging. If you feel you may be in a blogging rut or have a bit of writer's block, this workshop is for you. The month-long blogging e-course is designed to help make it easier for you to gain the experience needed to run a successful blog in a shorter amount of time. There are only 20 spots available and the $25 course price deadline is 11:55 pm on October 31st, so don't miss out. Beginning November 1st, you will learn how to drastically improve your blogging in one month for less than $1 a day! Learn more about what all the e-course includes on the Sunday Afternoon Housewife website.

Upcoming Events

WHAT: Indie Emporium
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 29 & Saturday, Oct. 30
WHERE: VFW Post 577, 1109 East 6th St., Tulsa, OK

WHAT: Dia de los Craftos
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30; 4-11:30pm
WHERE: Pedicab Bar, 415 E. Cevallos, San Antonio, TX


WHAT: Liverpool's Big Vintage & Fashion Fair
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30; 9:30am-6pm
WHERE: Metquarter, 35 Whitechapel, L1 6DA Liverpool, UK

WHAT: Market Day
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30; 9am-2pm
WHERE: 300 SW 5th St., Des Moines, IA

WHAT: Clutter City
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30; 10am-4pm
WHERE: Norwich Arts Centre, St Benedicts St., Norwich, NR2 4PG

WHAT: Art Heist 2010
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30; 7-11pm
WHERE: Lofty Spaces, 816 Montgomery, Dallas, TX

WHAT: Etsy Denton Barn Sale
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 30; 9am-3pm
WHERE: 4573 Coyote Point, Denton, TX

WHAT: Blim Monthly Community Market
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 31; Noon-5pm
WHERE: Chinese Cultural Centre, 50 Pender St. East, Vancouver, BC

WHAT: Market of the Living Dead
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 31; 10am-4pm
WHERE: SoWa Open Market, 460 Harrison Ave., Boston, MA

Black Dog Publishing

Black Dog Publishing specializes in producing beautifully illustrated books that embrace subjects including design, fashion, & music. The company's latest book release is Outside the Box: Cardboard Design Now. Following on from the success from Paper: Tear, Fold, Rip, Crease, Cut, the book takes a detailed look into this versatile material, and how it is used in a creative, artistic and practical way in contemporary art and design. Once overlooked as a material with predominantly staid practical uses, cardboard design is now perceived as a medium of infinite possibilities. Also included are profiles of some of today’s most inspirational & provocative artists & designers working across the fields of art, design & sculpture. If you would like to order this book & receive a 40% discount, simply email Jessica Atkins at jess@blackdogonline.com with your delivery address and "Funky Finds Offer" as the subject of the email.

*GIVEAWAY - Closed - Congrats marybelle, Laura Stewart & misscaseylee! Black Dog Publishing is giving away three copies of Outside the Box: Cardboard Design Now. To enter, visit Black Dog Publishing and leave a comment on this post noting which book(s) you are most interested in reading. Giveaway ends at 9pm EST, Sunday, October 31.

The Funky Finds Experience - Vendor Preview 6

The Funky Finds Experience is two weeks from tomorrow! Here is a preview showcasing a handful of participating vendors. Previous Vendor Previews: #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5

1. Green Journal by K Notecards

2. Guitartown, Texas Onesie by Kandle Kidswear

3. Canvas by Kayla Mick

4. Necklace by Kelly Lane Jewelry

5. Tulip Brooch by Kimberley Morris

6. Stained Glass Table by KLS Originals

7. Necktie Clutch by KraftyMunchkin Designs

8. Glass Cross by kuklebean's creative glass

Designs by Taylor2U

Erica Taylor creates a wide variety of cool accessories. Her Etsy shop, Designs by Taylor2U, features hair pins, jewelry & more. I'm always using bobby pins to clip back my "in between" bangs, so why not do it with style using some lovely embellished pins? There's lots of beautiful colors & patterns to choose from, such as the purple, pink & turquoise mix. There's even a set especially designed for brides! I also love the pendant that is designed with an antique optometrist lens & other charms. So unique! And women aren't the only ones who will find accessories here. Check out the spinning propeller cuff links in silver. (pictured - Festive Days set)

Frances Melhop - Photography Project

Photographer Frances Melhop is currently working on a very interesting project. She has recently been awarded an artist residency in Italy & is on a mission to find some of the oldest Olive trees in the world. You may ask why she would be on such a mission. After viewing the video, you will see that these trees are beautiful, magical & possibly full of secrets. There seems to be humans trapped inside the trees, a fairytale dream come true! Frances is using old school technology to capture images that she will present at an exhibition, followed by a second series of limited-edition images printed by hand on fiber-based photographic paper. Her fundraising is in an effort to complete the project in a high-quality manner. Follow her journey via her blog showing her progress, as well as treasures & found oddities leading up to the exhibition. You can learn much more about this project on Frances' Kickstarter site.

Upcoming Events

WHAT: Paint the Town Pink Worcester
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 20; 6-10pm
WHERE: Plaza Azteca, 539 Lincoln St., Worcester, MA

WHAT: Carrollton Festival at the Switchyard
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 22, 4:30pm-Midnight; Saturday, Oct. 23, Noon-Midnight
WHERE: 1106 S. Broadway, Carrollton, TX

WHAT: Art Outside
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 22 through Sunday, Oct. 24
WHERE: Apache Pass festival grounds near Rockdale, TX



WHAT: Ann Arbor ArtWalk
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 22 through Sunday, Oct. 24
WHERE: Ann Arbor, MI

WHAT: Salt City Urban Art & Craft Market
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; 10am-6pm
WHERE: Case Supply Warehouse, 112 Wyoming St., Syracuse, NY

WHAT: Fourth Wall Arts Salon
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; 7-9pm
WHERE: Trinity Center for Urban Life, South 22nd St., Philadelphia, PA


WHAT: Art Conspiracy
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; 7pm
WHERE: 511 W. Commerce, Dallas, TX

WHAT: October Fine Arts & Crafts Fest
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; 10am-5pm
WHERE: Times Square Arts Center, 669 8th Ave., NY, NY

WHAT: Newburyport High School Fall Festival
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; 9:30am-3:30pm
WHERE: 241 High St., Newburyport, MA

WHAT: 9th Annual Ladies Auxiliary Holiday Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; 9am-3pm
WHERE: St. Francis of Assisi, 8000 Eldorado Pkwy., Frisco, TX

WHAT: Taste of Greenville Avenue
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; 11am-7pm
WHERE: 5700 Richmond @ Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX

WHAT: Glam, Glitter, & Gore: a seasonal shopping & art event
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23; Noon-10pm
WHERE: Starving Art Studios & EAT, 2324 E. Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX

WHAT: Bliss Holiday Craft Market
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23, 10am-6pm; Sunday, Oct. 24, 11am-5pm
WHERE: Abilene, TX

WHAT: Plano West High School Snowflake Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23, 9am-5pm; Sunday, Oct. 24, Noon-5pm
WHERE: Plano West Senior High, 5601 W. Parker Rd., Plano, TX


WHAT: Pacesetter Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 23, 9am-5pm; Sunday, Oct. 24, 11am-5pm
WHERE: J. J. Pearce High School, 1600 N. Coit Rd., Richardson, TX

WHAT: Lost Paws' Howl-O-Ween 2010
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 24; 4-7pm
WHERE: Lee Harvey's, 1807 Gould, Dallas, TX

Good Fortune Soap Company

Good Fortune Soap Company offers superior natural products for real people with real needs. All products are crafted locally with a positive spirit using the finest ingredients from the earth. Jennifer Jack, founder & owner, delivers stellar products & service with a smile. After working in the corporate world for many years, Jennifer wanted a meaningful career filled with passion & to help others. The 'soap' idea originated in her heart, started in her kitchen, grew to her family's dairy in the Appalachian foothills of Tennessee, & has recently expanded to Cleveland, TN. She was awarded "Best in Show" & "Best Package Design," the two highest honors at the Handcrafted Soap Makers Guild Conference. I recently had the pleasure of using some Good Fortune products, including the Kiss Me Kit. This tasty edible brown sugar vanilla scrub leaves lips feeling smooth & renewed! And the accompanying cocoa peppermint lip balm is now my favorite lip balm. I also sampled the Applejack bath soap & the scent is perfect for Autumn. And the pink grapefruit soap is very crisp & leaves skin feeling super clean. Treat yourself & your loved ones to these fabulous products that are all natural & of the highest quality.

*GIVEAWAY - Closed - Congrats Kimmie! One lucky winner will win a fantastic Kiss Me Kit! To enter, visit Good Fortune Soap Company & leave a comment on this post noting a product you'd most like to try. For an extra entry, become a Good Fortune fan on Facebook, then leave a comment noting you have done so. Giveaway ends at 9pm EST, Sunday, October 24.

The Funky Finds Experience - Vendor Preview 5

Check out this week's featured artisans that will be participating in The Funky Finds Experience next month! Previous Vendor Previews: #1, #2, #3 and #4

1. Silver & Yellow Geometric Hand-Painted Tie by Gynx Designs

2. Purple People Eater Pendant by Handmade Hooligans

3. Black and White Branches Aline Dress by Harrilu

4. Texas Bred by Howard Dubois Art

5. Sweet Tooth Embroidered Towel by Jazzy Threads

6. Lampwork Bracelet by Jewelers on the Boulevard

7. End Table by JoeArt

8. “Triste” Encaustic Giclee Print by Junanne Peck

Funky Five: Halloween

1. Witch Earrings by Sassy to Classy

2. Dracula by The Clay Boss

3. Halloween Bottlecap Necklace Set by J&K Kreations

4. Witch Kitty Cat Ornament Pendant by The Snippets

5. Spider Halloween Card by Caroline Creates

Belle Rose Designs

Julie of Belle Rose Designs is one craft Mama & children's librarian. Her blog is full of fun craft projects and her Etsy shop features the fruits of her creative endeavors. She creates handmade jewelry, bookmarks and baby items that make great gifts. The hand-painted hearts onesie is too cute. And the ribbon washer necklaces prove that industrial can also be feminine! Julie also offers a wide variety of rosette ribbon bookmarks all your friends & family will love to receive this holiday season. Receive a 20% discount when you enter coupon code FUNKY20 in the message to seller at time of check out. Expires December 31, 2010.

Upcoming Events

WHAT: Festival of the Lake
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 15 through Sunday, Oct. 17
WHERE: Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 312 Lafitte St., Mandeville, LA

WHAT: Art/Heart: October Live [art and music]
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 15; 9pm-2am
WHERE: Stage 84, 9118 W. State Rd. 84, Davie, FL

WHAT: Pink 2010
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16; 7-10pm
WHERE: Rising-Gallery Dallas, 4631 Insurance Ln., Dallas, TX

WHAT: Handmade Promenade
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16; 11am-6pm
WHERE: Indianapolis Art Center, 820 E. 67th St. & Luna Music Midtown, 5202 N. College Ave., Indianapolis, IN

WHAT: GETty Crafty
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16; 10am-2pm
WHERE: Fremont Park, 1515 Q St., Sacramento, CA

WHAT: Big Art Show Halloween Spooktacular
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16; 8pm-Midnight
WHERE: Pterodactyl Philadelphia, 3237 Amber St. 5th Fl. N., Philadelphia, PA

WHAT: Hip Happening Art & Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16; 11am-5pm
WHERE: Sellwood Masonic Lodge, 7126 SE Milwaukie Ave., Portland, OR

WHAT: Market in the Meadow
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16, 9am-5pm; Sunday, Oct. 17, 11am-5pm
WHERE: Forest Meadow Junior High, 9373 Whitehurst, Dallas, TX

WHAT: Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft Fair
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16, 10am-6pm; Sunday, Oct. 17, 11am-5pm
WHERE: Montgomery County Community College, 340 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA

WHAT: EtsyRAIN Pre-Holiday Art & Craft Show
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 16 & Sunday, Oct. 17; 11am-5pm
WHERE: Intiman Theatre (lobby & fountain courtyard), 201 Mercer St., Seattle, WA

WHAT: Sunday, Crafty Sunday
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 17; 1-6pm
WHERE: 3925 Ohio St., San Diego, CA

WHAT: The Liverpool Vintage Fashion & Textiles Fair
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 17; 10am-4pm
WHERE: The Crowne Plaza Hotel, Speke Blvd., Liverpool, UK L24-8QD

WHAT: Dawn of the Thread
WHEN: Sunday, Oct. 17; 1-7pm
WHERE: Cinema Paradiso, 503 SE 6th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL

Ruffle Bottom

Leslie Galloway, the creative force behind Ruffle Bottom, specializess in handmade custom tutus for children & adults. Or, as I like to say, she specializes in a whole lot of CUTE! Leslie uses lead-free soft tulle that is 100% premium nylon & flame resistant. Each month she posts one special design that is available during that month only. The current tutu of the month is the adorable Little Punkin' design (pictured) that is perfect for Autumn & Halloween. These tutus are available in a variety of color combos & styles ranging from itty bitty to All Grown Up. If you live near Arlington, Texas, be sure to stop by Brownstone Too to see Leslie's designs in person.

*GIVEAWAY - Congrats Chey-Anne Smart! Leslie Galloway is giving away one tutu of the winner's choice. To enter, visit Ruffle Bottom & leave a comment on this post noting which tutu you would choose. For an extra entry, become a Ruffle Bottom fan on Facebook & leave a comment noting you have done so. Giveaway ends at 9pm EST, Sunday, October 17th.

The Funky Finds Experience - Vendor Preview 4

Today we continue previewing a handful of the 130+ artists, crafters & designers that will be participating in The Funky Finds Experience in November! If you missed previous previews, be sure to view 1, 2, and 3. All participating vendors listed here.

1. Poetry Bag by ezduzit by elliott

2. Gold Twig Bib Necklace by f. is for frank

3. Tequila Sunrise bracelet by Fitzy Sparrow

4. Talavera Tile Butterfly Mosaic by For The Birds Mosaics

5. Fused Glass Hoop Earrings by FOXY Fusions

6. Sakura Ring by Freeforged Jewelry

7. Purse Hanger by Glass Works

8. Needle Felted Pumpkins by Gypsyharte Arts

Orange Bird Studio

It's starting to get cooler here in States with the arrival of Autumn, which means I'm now on the lookout for cuddly warm knits. UK-based Orange Bird Studio features knitted and crocheted accessories created by Carol Bateup. The cream fingerless gloves (pictured) are lovely, as are the 100% merino wool grey gloves. Carol also offers the cutest hand-knit cozies that will keep your phone or digital camera safe & scratch-free. A crocheted robin ornament and knitted heart key rings round out Orange Bird Studio's terrific offerings. For more information, check out Carol's blog.

LuckyBird Studio

Founded by Providence resident Kim Turner Clark, LuckyBird Studio is located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. To pay tribute to her beloved little state, Kim has created a line of handmade jewelry featuring bold, original graphics that uniquely represent this area. The rez-o-rama paper series includes pendants, earrings, rings and cufflinks made from metal, paper & resin. These accessories are affordable, yet frivolous, & make life just a little more colorful and Rhody-centric. Several designs are available, including Map of RI, Map of Providence, the RI Anchor and the bright red heart of Providence. The Rhody-line is available online & at local events and various retail venues, including Rhody Craft 100, a seasonal shop in Hope Artiste Village dedicated to selling only locally handmade art and craft. RC100 is open every Saturday from 10am-2pm, November through May, alongside the ever-popular Wintertime Farmers Market. RC100 also produces events including the twice yearly Craftopia, a super-duper day of indie art, craft, food & music. The next Craftopia, featuring 65 eclectic artisans, will be held Sunday, November 14, 2010.

Upcoming Events

WHAT: Philadelphia Fashion Week
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct. 6 through 9
WHERE: 23rd Street Armory, 22 S. 23rd St., Philadelphia, PA

WHAT: Plush You Opening Reception
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 8; 5-9pm
WHERE: Schmancy, 1932 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA

WHAT: Art In the Ballpark Benefit Craft Show
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 8am-2pm
WHERE: Baseball Stadium, 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA‎


WHAT: BrisStyle Indie Mother and Child Market
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 9am-2pm
WHERE: St Augustine's Church Hall & Grounds, Racecourse Rd., Hamilton, Brisbane

WHAT: Craft Slayer Autumn Market
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 9am-4pm
WHERE: Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 1555 Windmill Pointe Rd., Palm Harbor, FL

WHAT: Second Saturday Art Fair
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 10am-4pm
WHERE: San Juan Capistrano, CA


WHAT: Fourth Wall Arts Salon
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 7-9pm
WHERE: City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, 1729 Mount Vernon St., Philadelphia, PA

WHAT: Cornucopia Fall Festival & Craft Fair
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 10am-4pm
WHERE: Eugene Field Park, 5100 N. Ridgeway, Chicago, IL

WHAT: AECPTA Mom's Market
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 9am-2:30pm
WHERE: Innovative Dance Inc., 1400 W. Arkansas, Arlington, TX

WHAT: HandleyFest
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 10:30am-10:30pm
WHERE: Handley Dr. between Lancaster Ave. & Meadowbrook Dr., Fort Worth, TX

WHAT: St. Thomas Aquinas Mothers’ Association’s October Market
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 10am-6pm
WHERE: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School, 6255 E. Mockingbird, Dallas, TX

WHAT: Elizabethtown Public Library’s Craft Fair
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 9am-4pm
WHERE: Elizabethtown Public Library, 10 South Market St., Elizabethtown, PA

WHAT: Artisan Market
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 9; 10am-6pm
WHERE: Adjacent to the Greenmarket on the DeKalb Ave. side of Fort Greene Park, Brooklyn, NY

WHAT: Portland Hallowe'en Bazaar
WHEN: Sunday, October 10; Noon-6pm
WHERE: Oaks Park, 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR