Fort Worth, Texas, November 12 & 13, 2011
WHAT: Funky Finds: A Holiday Shopping Experience is a free two-day indoor event that will showcase the work of over 115 talented artisans. This is the perfect opportunity for shoppers to purchase unique hand-crafted gifts, accessories, clothing, jewelry, pet goods, home decor and much more.
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 12 (9am-4pm) and Sunday, Nov. 13 (11am-4pm)
WHERE: Will Rogers Memorial Center, Poultry Barn, 3409 Burnett-Tandy Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76104 (Map/Directions)
ADMISSION: Free!
PARKING: $3 and $5 lots (see a map of parking options here)
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The family and pet-friendly event features a charitable raffle benefitting Toys For Tots and The Humane Society of North Texas. The Marines will be in attendance accepting new, unwrapped toys and The Humane Society will be facilitating pet adoptions throughout the event. Raffle prizes include items from all participating artisans and sponsors. The first 75 people each day to purchase a minimum of five $1 raffle tickets will receive a tote bag full of free swag! Attendees that donate a new unwrapped toy to Toys for Tots will receive one free raffle ticket.
The event is generously sponsored by local businesses Cabbage Rose Fabrics & Quilting, Quackerbox Creations Ltd., The Artful Bead, and Nature's Select Pet Food of Fort Worth. Also, BUST Magazine, Sublime Stitching, ZooTap.com, and Unanimous Craft. Family and/or pet portraits by Monkey House Photography (Five photos for $25; 10% donated to The Humane Society of North Texas).
EVENT WEBSITE: www.funkyfinds.com/HSE2011
JEWELRY VENDORS YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS:
- Diana Casabar, Contemporary Jewelry Metalsmith: Unique handforged metal jewelry; incredible repoussé design work! Stop by to see a demonstration of Diana's techniques in action. (Read Dallas Jewelry Examiner's Spotlight on Diana Casabar)
- DesignsbyTaylor2U: Fragments of world maps displayed under fancy multifaceted crystal for amazing jewelry like you've never seen!
- Emma Alison Designs: lovely, elegant jewelry with a dainty touch; high quality luminous gemstones and intricately detailed wire-work...these designs are a must-see! (Read Dallas Jewelry Examiner's Spotlight on Emma Alison Designs)
- Fitzy Sparrow: Punky-Elegant-Chic jewelry with vintage Victorian flair. (Read Dallas Jewelry Examiner's Spotlight on Fitzy Sparrow)
- Freeforged Jewelry: from hip and modern to sleek and playful, this hand-forged metal jewelry is the coolest kind of wearable art!
- House of Introspection: Incredible jewelry! Handmade, reclaimed, and one of a kind mixed media jewelry constructed from vintage pieces, found objects, recycled materials, and more. (Read Dallas Jewelry Examiner's Spotlight on House of Introspection)
- Maja Jewelry: Interesting modern designs featuring a gorgeous mixture of metals and gemstones.
- Sincerely Serenity: Handcrafted Sterling Silver Jewelry; specializing in stamped, custom, personalized one-of-a-kind pieces
See a complete list of participating vendors here!
ABOUT FUNKY FINDS©: FunkyFinds.com is dedicated to promoting independent artists, crafters and designers world-wide. Founded in 2006 by Jessica and Joseph Dougherty, Funky Finds features funky handmade goods, weekly giveaways, and an online marketplace, The Shops @ Funky Finds. Visit their website at www.funkyfinds.com.
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