Handmade Holiday Bazaar Wrap Up

Beautiful weather, fabulous handmade wares, friendly vendors, fun location, great music, lots of customers, what more could you ask for?! Check out my blog http://www.ellebelleblog.blogspot.com/ for the vendor's reviews.

HHB is Over...

HHB was held yesterday and I wanted to thank all of the vendors that came to the show. We had a fantastic location, BEAUTIFUL weather, and traffic all day.

This is my little Oscars thank you for the production of HHB 2008 I wanted to thank Karrie of Fiberologie for allowing us to have the show and open up on her day off for us ( and for her staff for coming in too), Mike of Nova for allowing us the use of his space, Limeys for being fantastic to deal with, before, during and after the show. Mark, Mike, Jessi and Jodi really helped us out and everyone appreciated the discount. Kittycrossbones for making our fanastic color flyers. All of the places we had that published about the show Creative Loafing, Skirt, St. Pete Times, and TBT. My folks and sister for coming and helping us during the day. Doug ( Stacey's husband) who helped multiple people unload, set-up and strip down and was as super good sport. Dan (my husband) for being there all day and watching the booth while I was chatting away, I know it was his IDEAL Sunday. He also helped Doug with setting up and stripping down vendors spaces. Lastly Stacey my partner in crime for this event. I would have never been able to do this without her. She is uber organized and always thought of things I didn't. I know planning this was not easy for her with her family, work and etsy life but we did it. Pluse she made me an AWESOME apron.. I am so glad we decided to take a chance. We wanted to do a show we were proud of, Mission Accomplished.

*some vendors are not pictured I do not know what happened to my camera( and I forgot to take some of people that asked me to come around later) please e-mail me at handmadeholidaybazaar@gmail.com if you'd like your booth picture up here. Thanks.( some people are not in the pics because they chose to not be in them, I gave them that option if they weren't feeling like a they were having a movie star day)


Fallen Fey/Kreepy Kids
Our Pursenal Touch
Me Me's
NS Studio
Real Raspberries
Demigod
Flying Zoo
Unique Concepts
Athena's Armoury
Kootie's Closet
Little Chick
Sew It's For you
Vida Madre
Elle Belle
Cute Kitties
Kori Clark
Perpetual Pickles

Bungle Bear/Paper Sparrow
Chiara's Hand Painted
Modern Bird
Elizabeth

Featured Vendor: Red Marionette

We're really excited that Kelli of Red Marionette is joining us for the Handmade Holiday Bazaar! How can you even resist these bright eyed, colorful, characters?! A Red Marionette ornament would be the perfect gift topper and those big peepers peering from your Christmas tree are bound to spread some holiday cheer!

Our Name in Lights!

Ok, maybe not exactly in "lights" but the Handmade Holiday Bazaar name is in print! Check out the See & Do section near the front of this week's Creative Loafing (they even included a pic of Modern Bird's beautiful Mama bird pendant) and we're on page 11 of Skirt! in their calendar.

Make-n-Takes and Demonstrations

We’re really excited to offer the Handmade Holiday Bazaar customers the opportunity to “get your craft on” during a couple of Make-n-Takes we have planned during the bazaar. You can also get an insider look at how some of our projects come together during free artist lead demonstrations. The make-n-takes and demonstrations will be held in Fiberologie’s class room, so there are limited spaces available. Check out the schedule below and email us at handmadeholidaybazaar@gmail.com to reserve your spot!

2:00 Make-n-Take: Iron-on fabric appliqué $5 (due at the start of class)- Me Me's Things

2:45 Demo: How to carry your baby in a ring sling – Elle Belle

3:30 Make-n-Take: Learn the basics of hand embroidery a startup kit is included $5 (due at the start of class)- SewItsForYou

4:30 Demo: Coil and cut jump rings to create a basic chainmail weave - Athena's Armoury

5:00 Demo: How to Make a catnip knot – Perpetual Pickles

We love Creative Loafing!

Check out our little write up on Creative Loafing's site, See & Do section... we're hoping this will show up in print this week as well:

Featured Vendor: Kreepy Kids

Kreepy Kids is the sister store to Fallen Fey and Snappy Knees. In this etsy store you will find fantastic prints, shirts and other items that will embody famous people. there is an entire Wizard of Oz Collection or how about the 80's band people.

The versatility with being able to choose what Kreepy Kid goes on what item is great!

Here are some of the ones I want for my house. I guess with my computer being broken the last thing I need is a screen cleaner but I could use it as a pin cushion..

The tin man print from the wizard of Oz.
Siouxie from Siouxie and the Banshees print.
Computer screen cleaners with the Kreepy Kids on one side.

The newest item in their shop is edible sheet transfers with any of the 135 Kreepy Kids on it and you can put them on your own cupcakes or cookies at home. How cool is that?

So stop by Kreepy Kids booth at HHB. They will be with Fallen Fey and Snappy Knees too.

Vendor Feature: Wonderland Creations

Wonderland Creations makes the coolest hats. I was so excited when they decided to be a part of HHB. One of the best things is that they will me making custom hats right on the spot at the show!

All of Wonderland Creations Hats are made from anti-pill or polar fleece with embroidered details.

Here are pics of just a few of my favorites:



With cute hats like these what kid ( or adult) wouldn't want to wear them when it gets cool in Florida.

When I worked in Europe I wore a hat everyday and when I was back in April I did. I wish I was wearing one today cause it is 69 degrees at work so maybe I will have to buy one to add to my collection.

Since I have a HUGE noggin it is nice to see that they can adjust the hat size if you have a smaller or in my case larger head than 24 inches.

I am so looking forward to meeting Wonderland Creations at HHB next Sunday.

Featured Vendor: Vida Madre

Vida Madre is a shop I found on etsy when we were looking for vendors for the show. I really wanted to find someone that had original t-shirts and I did!

These shirts are from her etsy shop

This shirt is hand silkscreened. It is a 100% cotton American Apparel shirt available in colors: grass 2T

slate 4T

white 2T & 4T

This shirt is made from bold, awesome, Alexander Henry fabric. It is hand sewn & silkscreened and is 100% cotton made by American Apparel sizes 2T and 4T available.
This 100% cotton, American Apparel, size 2T top is hand sewn & silkscreened. It is one-of-a-kind.

Kelly promises many other treasures like adult items for the show. Stop by and say hi at the Vida Madre table.

Featured Vendor: NS Studio

Nicole of NS Studio makes one of a kind keepsakes for you and your loved ones. One of the best things I thought about when Nicole sent her information in is all of the paints she uses are non-toxic which is so important if you are making items for children.

Her fun pieces are so colorful, custom and creative.



These are custom canvas pieces in her shop. Her pricing is as follows for similar pieces:
Small (144 sq. inches or less) $185
Medium (145-324 sq. inches) $225
Large (325-720 sq. inches) $300
X-Large (721 sq. inches or more) contact NS Studio
Prices are subject to increase based upon desired content and detail level, and will be evaluated on a per project basis.

Besides canvas she paints bare-wood furniture with designs of you choice.

NS Studio is a proud supporter of the Ballast Point Tot Lot Fund-raiser- raising money and awareness for a safe toddler playground at beautiful Ballast Point Park in South Tampa. 15% of all purchases will be donated to this worthy effort. For more information about the Tot Lot project, visit www.ballastpoint.org.

I am looking forward to seeing NS Studios pieces in person in a couple of weeks.

Featured Vendor: Cherish the Moment

Cherish the Moment make " customized keepsake albums for that one special cherished moment. "

They create customized albums for special occasion party favors such as, Weddings, Bridal Showers, Baby Showers, Sweet Sixteen, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, or any special occasion.

Their customized keepsake albums are handcrafted with a unique design and theme. There are two different sizes for the albums, the large albums are 6" x 6" and the smaller ones are 4" x 4".

This is a perfect album for a mom and dad or new grandparents to showcase their children.

How great would this be to remember someone specials first trip to Disney World?

A family vacation or summer abroad pictures in this album would be a great keepsake of your trip.

So stop by Cherish the Moment's booth November
9th.

TBO Events

Find us on TBO's events page online:

Acoustic Performance at Handmade Holiday Bazaar

We're so excited to tell everyone that Dean Johanesen and Scott Anderson of The Human Condition will be playing live at the Handmade Holiday Bazaar! If you haven't heard them in person at one of their many gigs around town, listen in on their MySpace or Reverb.

We're not the only ones singing their praises, check out what the local press has to say about them:

"The superb Human Condition offers acoustic rock that's warm, personal and, well, human. The group's radiant melodies and easygoing aura should delight fans of Ben Harper, Matt Costa and Dave Matthews."
-By Carole Giambalvo, tbt* columnist , St. Pete Times – TBT

"Critics Pick *five as best local CD 2007 - The Human Condition came up aces with *Five. The disc collects five tracks of deeply felt acoustic rock, bouncing from ripping country-tinged burners like "Purple Heart" to slower, soul-tinged tracks like "Back Roads." "
-Creative Loafing

"The Human Condition, "Five" Dean Johanesen fronts this excellent roots-rock outfit. Johanesen's country-hued compositions are backed by a hard-riding rhythm section and some stinging guitar work on this five-song outing that leaves us wanting more. in the process."
-Curtis Ross, Tampa Tribune

"“The Human Condition is a tight band. Their sound is distinctive yet familiar, combining the up-tempo heartbeat of the Dave Matthews Band, the melodic hooks of David Gray and the emotionally raw lyrics of Tori Amos…and like the aforementioned artists, they are engaging to watch.”"
-Aaron Alper , The Gazette

If you needed another reason to come by the bazaar this is it! They'll be doing an acoustic performance from 2-4 on the porch at Fiberologie the day of the show.

Creative Loafing - Events

Check us out on the events section of Creative Loafing online (click on the image to be taken to the page):

Happy Place

Some people's happy place is the beach or a quiet spot in their garden. I'd like to propose that if you quilt, sew, craft, love fanciful prints, or even just appreciate the feel of crisp cotton that you stop by Fiberologie in St. Pete... it could be your new Happy Place!

I happened on Fiberologie completely by accident while doing a google search for designer fabric. The Fiberologie website is super cute, but I wasn't prepared for the wonder of this shop. I stepped onto the quaint little front porch one morning and Karrie, the owner of Fiberologie, was having a cup of coffee. She opened the door to the 1920s house and amidst the beautiful white wood work, built in shelves, and brick fireplace was bolt after bolt of amazing fabric. Textiles from lots of top designers like Amy Butler and Heather Bailey, as well as really unique finds like some imported Japanese prints.

Not only will you find the newest designer fabrics in the industry, Karrie also supports local crafters by featuring some handmade pieces in her store as well as some of her own handiwork.

If you're not already a fabric addict, Karrie will help you along with the many classes she hosts. In addition to classes, you can stop by for a quick make-n-take project, or donate your time to a charitable cause by participating in one of Fiberologie's charity days. I recently spent a morning at Fiberologie making "pink" beanies for the Susan G Komen foundation. I couldn't think of a better way to spend a leisurely morning than sewing away, in great company, for a good cause.

I'm beyond excited that Fiberologie is our host for Handmade Holiday Bazaar! Come to the bazaar to shop the vendors and discover Fiberologie... it's yet another reason to love St. Pete!

More Love from the Press

A similar article as the one that ran in TBT appeared in the weekender last Thursday. Check us out:

If you like to spend your weekends knitting/beading/glass-blowing, etc., it's time to take your obsession from hobby to hustle. Shoppers looking for unique holiday gifts would go gaga for your handmade wares. Connect with them, and support some good causes, by selling your stuff at a local bazaar.

Handmade Holiday Bazaar
Vitals: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 9 in the parking lot of Fiberologie fabric store, 411 15th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Fiberologie will also be open, so that should generate good traffic.
Registration: $40 for an 8- by 5-foot space or $60 for a 10- by 10-foot space. Download the vendor application at handmadeholidaybazaar.blogspot.com or send an e-mail handmadeholidaybazaar@gmail.com. They're looking for 35 vendors max, and they're filling up.

Featured Vendor: Demigod Studios

Demigod Studios is a shop that you are able to accessorize both you and your home. Demigod Studios came our of Demi, the owners love of Indian Culture.


These are called traveling nichos and can be put anywhere where you need protection or inspiration. The would be perfect for your car, studio, keychain, under your pillow or virtually anywhere. Who doesn't need a bit of inspiration sometimes?

I really like these necklaces below. The are made from clay tags and have little faces with either strong, dream or love on them.

These ceramic trays are perfect for keeping little things like rings, keys or loose change from being misplaced. You can put one on your bedside table and one by your front door and never lose your keys again. There are four styles a skull, a sacred heart,a tree and a Buddha with namaste'.
So come on by and see all these things up close and personal on November 9th.

Featured Vendor: Bands By Hand

Think "stocking stuffer" as you check out this sampling of Bands by Hand's super cute headbands:

Bands by Hand also has a really unique way to display and store the many many headbands you'll pick up at the Handmade Holiday Bazaar: