Now that Handmade Arcade 2008 is but a fond memory, we’d like to take a moment to give a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, vended, volunteered, sponsored, or otherwise supported this year’s Handmade Arcade.  Every year we are blown away by the outpouring of love and support for Handmade Arcade.

 

Thanks to all who came out to the Handmade Arcade this past weekend! Truly, it’s amazing to see y’all come through the door — that’s what we work all year to make happen.

Needless to say, we’re all laying low, picking up, and trying to remember what we were doing before the frenzy of the last couple of days. In the meantime, go visit our vendor list — we’re sure they have something fantastic that you missed! And, if you’re not on our mailing list, please add your email address so that we can keep you up-to-date.

Watch this space for a full Thank You list and press clippings in the next couple of days.

Tune in tomorrow between 9-10am when Jennifer and Jessica visit the set of Pittsburgh Today Live on KDKA. They will be talking about HA:08 and displaying a small sample of crafty items available this weekend.

We’ll post the video as soon as it goes online!

The 2008 vendor list has been posted. Check out the goodies over 85 vendors plan to offer at this year’s Handmade Arcade.

As always, the Handmade Arcade is a free event, but this year, we’re also hosting a pre-sale from 10am to 11am Saturday morning for those of you who want to shop without all the crowds!

A limited number of passes will be sold and all of the Early Birdie shoppers will get a swag bag!

Only $15! Buy now with PayPal and you’ll be sure to get one!

We will mail passes on October 29. And they’ll be on sale here til we sell out!

Thanks to all who applied to be a vendor at Handmade Arcade 2008! The deadline for applications has passed.

We are thrilled that so many chose to apply and will let everyone know the status of their applications by August 28, 2008.

Next up?

The Earlie Birdie Shopping Pass will go on sale here on September 15. For a $15 pass, you’ll be able to shop for an hour before the official start of HA on Saturday. And you’ll get a swag bag, too! A limited number of passes will be sold.

We’ll be posting details within the next two weeks… so watch this space!

In 2007, Handmade Arcade drew more than 7,000 visitors from throughout the region. We invite your business or organization to help support HA:08. Click “Sponsors” at right to learn about opportunities to promote your brand at Handmade Arcade. There are five levels of participation starting at only $250. In addition, we can tailor a package unique for you and your marketing budget. Contact Debbie at sponsor@handmadearcade for more information.

Apply! Now! The deadline is this coming Sunday, August 17, at 11:59 pm. 

(We’re precise down to the minute here at the HA HQ.)

The deadline to apply to HA:08 is Sunday, August 17. We must receive your application by midnight — so don’t delay. APPLY NOW!!!!!

A group of past Handmade Arcade vendors will be selling their crafty products on Saturday, July 26 from 12-5pm at the North Side’s 6th Annual Celebration in the Park. Handmade Arcade t-shirts, buttons and stickers will also be available. Look for us across from the “Bouncy Playground” in Allegheny Commons Park. Celebration in the Park features activities for the entire family including a petting zoo, car cruise and live music.

HA Vendors include:

Dis.cards

Doreen Constantine

Dreamy Days Printing

L2 Design Collective

Lagelle

Little Evelyn

MaggieCraft

Solio Wood & Metal Craft

Spokepunchers

Spooky Kelly

Sunstone Soap

and more!