crafty supermarket

I'm so excited about the upcoming Crafty Supermarket at Northside Tavern on November 21. The organizer, Grace Dobush, answered some questions that I'd like to share with all of you:

- Can you tell designcincinnati readers what indie crafts are?

In the last decade or so, "indie craft" has become the main moniker for a breed of crafters who take inspiration from old-fashioned techniques and put a modern twist on the craft. A lot of indie crafters use recycled or repurposed materials, and some make only one-of-a-kind items. But the main common denominator is that the products are handmade.

- Why start an indie craft show in Cincinnati?

I moved to the city about two years ago from Pittsburgh, which has an amazing show called Handmade Arcade that's developed a huuuge following. Handmade Arcade is in its sixth year now and attracts thousands of shoppers over two days. I've also sold at shows in Cleveland and Brooklyn, and wanted an outlet like that in Cincy. I think once we get things rolling with Crafty Supermarket and get crafters in touch with each other, we could have a really rad craft scene here! I'm getting excited already from having been in touch with people in Northside and in the region who are all about coming to the show.

- What sort of crafts/vendors can the audience expect?

We're taking applications right now, and when we start judging them after the Sept. 30 deadline, we're going to be really conscious of having a wide variety of styles and objects. There will definitely be handmade books made by me, and handmade shoes made by my co-organizer, and there will likely also be vendors selling handmade clothing, stationery, plush toys, home decor, printed objects, fine art and other things! We're also hoping to get some local businesses in on the gig to provide coffee and snacks at the show.

- Any other events happening that day in conjunction with the show?

Yes! Crafty Supermarket is also a book release party for my craft business guide, Crafty Superstar! If all goes according to plan, I'll have copies of the book for sale at the show, and after we break down for the day, I plan to celebrate with all my crafty friends at the Tavern.

Comments

[Robin Hartmann]

I am trying to reach someone at Crafty upermarket - There is no icon on your website to e mail - I sent in an application to be included in the Nov. show - I indicated I was working on my flckr page, which I just finished - Where do I send this info?? Thanks

Robin Hartmann