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A Market for new and emerging makers, artists, and craftspeople
Saturday, April 29, at Construction Junction
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The annual Handmade Arcade Spring Market is a block-party-style event featuring 30 talented emerging makers. Whether you’re just starting out as a new maker or have been crafting and creating on the side for years but have yet to take your hobby to the next level, the Handmade Arcade Spring Market is for you!*
This one-day market is a great way to hone your products, skills, and entrepreneurial experience while making a splash in Pittsburgh’s thriving arts and crafts scene. Along with the opportunity to sell your products in person to hundreds of local customers, you’ll be highlighted by Handmade Arcade in a variety of marketing promotions and press releases.
Location:
Friday, April 28
Saturday, April 29
Event Fees:
Applications: $5 fee (non-refundable)*
*If the application fee presents a barrier to participation, visit email info@handmadearcade.org to receive an application fee coupon. Handmade Arcade is committed to making sure all makers have an opportunity to apply.
The Handmade Arcade Virtual Catalog allows Handmade Arcade’s audience to browse the makers participating in the Spring Market before they attend the event. The Virtual Catalog will be on the Handmade Arcade website after the event - allowing more exposure for new makers.
Handmade Arcade will host a virtual meeting to walk new makers through setting up a virtual page and assist individual new makers as needed.
Required fields include business name, profile photo or logo, product category, contact info, and at least ONE slide show photo. Optional information includes the About Me narrative, website and social media links, and product images and links.
PLEASE NOTE:
*The purpose of this event is to provide a platform for new and emerging makers. If you have participated in a past Handmade Arcade event, you do not qualify for the Spring Market.