The Crafty Showcase Showdown

Craftin' Outlaws presents: The Crafty Showcase Showdown from 7-10pm on Saturday, June 4th at Wild Goose Creative–this event is open to the public as well as Caucus participants.

The full vendor list is now available.

The highlight of the evening will be the return of Craft Corner Deathmatch, caucus style.

Teams of two will be challenged to think and craft on the fly, with a random selection of craft supplies. Each team will then be judged on their craft by a team of esteemed local judges: Johnny Diloretto – craft lover and TV personality on Fox28 Good Day Columbus. Jennie Scheinbach vegan queen behindPattycake Bakery. Jackie Mantey – bad ass reporter for the Columbus Alive. Last but not least winner of 2010 Deathmatch, Renee Parrill – mastermind behind Flamestitch.

Competitors play to win and only the toughest crafters will survive. Be prepared for glue gun burns, trash talking and battle scars. Winners walk away with bragging rights and title weight belts designed by none other than Flamestitch herself.

Our hostest for the mostest will be none other than the energetic, charismatic AmyD.

We can't wait to see you there!

Midwest Craft Caucus

Have you heard about the Midwest Craft Caucus yet?!

The Midwest Craft Caucus is a grassroots conference designed to foster the growth and sustainability of the handmade business community. One hundred handmade business owners will gather in Columbus, Ohio on June 4 & 5, 2011 to learn strategies for forming a sold business foundation, identifying target markets, and reaching those markets both online and in person.

The Craft Caucus will be presented at the Economic Community Development Institute (ECDI) and will feature over 25 panels, presentations and workshops on topics such as: Building a Brand, Utilizing Social Media, The Craft Fair Experience, Careers in Craft, Getting Published, Financial Planning, Working with Retailers, and much more.

Curious about the presenters? Check 'em out on the "News" page HERE!

614 Magazine!

In April, some of the lovely ladies of the Crafty Cotillion are featured in an article in 614 Magazine! Pick up a free copy around town or read the article HERE!

Viewfinder!

What happens when you combine the Junctionview Open House with our Annual Holiday Craft extravaganza? Viewfinder!
Junctionview Studios has invited the Crafty Cotillion to come and play, creating a one of a kind event that features handmade goods, fine art on the walls, and open studios throughout the building.
More details coming soon.

Indie Inc. Wrap-Up

Check out crafty ladies Amy N., Olivera, AmyD, Kara, and Megan G. lookin' lovely at Indie Inc. - a great event last week for small business owners. We learned about taxes and legal traps, marketing, and LLCs - and we also got to sample mead, vodka, beer and pizza from local businesses. Thanks to The SBB (Small Busniness Beanstalk) and Sandbox Columbus for hosting this awesome event. Big thanks also to Schade Photography for taking head-shots (or in our case, goofy cute photos) for social media.

Handmade Nation Screening and Spring Trunk Show!

We're so excited to co-sponsor the Columbus premiere of Handmade Nation, a documentary by Faythe Levine chronicling the rise of the indie craft movement. And, the screening is held in conjunction with our Spring Trunk featuring new works from our members.

The screening will be held Saturday, May 8th at 3pm at Studio 35 (3055 Indianola Ave.). The trunk show will precede the screening from 1-3pm. Arrive early to enjoy a beer and shop for the perfect handmade Mother's Day gift.

Tickets to the screening are $5 and will be available the day of the show. The trunk show is absolutely free and open to the public. The event is sponsored by Studio 35 , Wholly Craft!, and the Columbus Crafty Cotillion.

Participating Cotillion members include:
AmyD
Crafty Beavers
Flamestitch
Igloo Letterpress
Laura Stith
Maram
Mary Martineau
Mary Moon Designs
Miss Megan Mac
Out of the Pink Sky
Poshta Stationery & Design
Stinkybomb
Sweet Stella Designs
Take Wrning
Tornangel012
Tsurubride
Umbrella Girl Productions
What the Rock?!
Wholly Craft!

Hope to see you on the 8th!!

"BIG" at Lindsay Gallery!

Hey, crafties! Come see some art knitting!

Cotillion member Alissa (that's me) is having a show with the amazing Morris Jackson! Please come! It will be a par-tay!


You can RSVP on Facebook!