May Your Days Be Furry and Bright: Gifts For Pets
Let’s be honest. Who never let you down in 2020? Here’s to the friend who never hogged the remote (only the blanket) and was always happy to see you: your …
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Hang Out With Us! Join a Demo, Panel Discussion, Happy Hour and More
Get ready for Handmade Arcade 2020’s Demos & Panel Discussions, coming to a screen near you. There’s no cost to register, so secure your spots now … Remember happy hours? …
Gifts For Kids
Do you know a little kid with a BIG imagination? How about a tween who’s already the coolest person you know? Are you shooting for the World’s Best Aunt or …
Hands-On Happenings: Free Crafty Classes are Coming to You!
So snuggle down and log in to your choice of online classes, demonstrations, Meet-the-Maker events — catering to all interests and age groups, November 28 through December 6. And yes, …
New Kids on the Block: The Youth Makers Return
Do you love fresh, new ideas? Then you’ll love shopping from our region’s up-and-coming makers, including artists and entrepreneurs aged 8-18! Youth Makers, a hit at Handmade Arcade 2019, are …
Warmest Wishes, Weirdos!
Let’s hear it for the freaks, the geeks, the free spirits, and the eccentrics! Everyone knows weirdos make the world more interesting — even if they can be hard to …
New Year? NEW ART!
If you are anything like us, you might be getting a little tired of your home decor. Adding a new piece of art from one of Handmade Arcade’s beloved independent …
Importance of Shopping Small
Between shutdowns, canceled in-person markets, shuttered businesses, and lost sales, the creative economy continues to face difficult challenges as the pandemic continues to disrupt daily life. Through it all, Handmade …
Handmade Arcade Virtual Marketplace
After careful consideration due to COVID-19, HA has decided to cancel all in-person events for 2020. We believe that investing our time, energy and resources in a virtual marketplace is …
Father’s Day gift ideas from Handmade Arcade’s finest makers
Make dad stand out in the crowd with a, bespoke bowtie from Knotzland, beautifully crafted from sustainable textiles. He’ll be unlikely to misplace his phone once he has a unique …