Chronogram Block Party Recap - PICTURES!!

Did you miss it? This past Saturday was the 3rd Annual Chronogram Block Party and it was a party indeed! The Etsy market was in full swing at 5:00 pm.  Not only did it make this year's block party BIGGER but added more to the spirit of handmade art and creativity that the Hudson Valley thrives on which Chronogram celebrates every month in their magazine.

We have a lot of pictures to share from Saturday so make sure you click below the Etsy sign to see them all!

See a bunch more pictures after the jump!

Newburgh Urban Market THIS WEEKEND!

There's a new market coming to town and it starts this Saturday! Members such as Beyond The Picket Fence and New Prospect Pottery will be among the vendors.

So check out www.newburghmarket.com and follow them on Facebook for their latest updates and vendor news.

In: Studio Esopus

Ruth Lancer of Studio Esopus

Just off the busy 9W in Esopus is an art lovers paradise. Studio Esopus offers a brand new venue for crafty and art loving kids and adults alike to take part in classes, summer camps, birthday parties, workshops and even hosting pop-up shops.

The new studio was opened in February 2013  by Ruth Lancer. Ruth was born into a creative family and grew up knowing art would be a part of her future. She has been pursuing her passion as a certified Elementary Art Teacher in the Hudson Valley for the past 10 years. As a life-long resident of Esopus, now she is excited to spread the art in her hometown community as well.

Ruth offers regular art classes for young artists and during the summer Studio Esopus is also offering art camps. Visual arts classes range from painting and drawing to collage, printmaking and sculpture. Studio Esopus likes to be Eco friendly- recycle, reuse, restore, replenish and up cycle.

So far one of the most popular events held at the Studio have been the themed and personalized birthday parties, the venue has proved perfect for hosting the children's special celebration with themed parties and corresponding craft activities that have included Angry Birds, American Doll, Mickey Mouse and Star Wars.

A tote bag decorating party held at the Studio recently

I was lucky enough to attend a brunch held at the studio recently organized by a local Moms groups. The local Moms who attended not only had a kid free morning but also got to eat a delicious brunch and show their creative sides by making scarves out of repurposed t-shirts.

In a wonderfully central location Studio Esopus can be used as a precious resource for local artists and crafters. Ruth is very happy for the studio to be used as meeting place, pop-up shop, for any workshops or as teaching location.

For more information please contact:

Ruth Lancer

Studio Esopus
830 9W
Esopus, NY
tel: 845 532 2280
ralancer@gmail.com
www.studioesopus.com
www.facebook.com/studioesopus


Good Luck and Good Making!

by Sarah Omura, SO Handmade
 

www.etsy.com/shop/SOhandmade1

Where To Find the Hudson Valley Etsy Team This Weekend!

Okay, I know it's Thanksgiving weekend. Now's the perfect time to ask yourself whether you want to face seething crowds in big-box stores at some ungodly hour to buy mass-produced consumer units shipped in from overseas, or to support your local small businesses, independent crafters and artisans, and boost your local economy in the process. If you're reading this, I think I know what you might choose, you smart, socially-, environmentally-, and aesthetically-conscious person! You're so right. And here's what the Hudson Valley Etsy Team is doing to help you along:

Virginia of Ceruleanblue will be showcasing her ceramics at the Garrison Art Center in Garrison, NY from November 19 through 27 (A whole week? How lucky are you?) from 10 am until 5 pm daily.

Ceruleanblue

Kathy of Gnorasaurus heads up to the City Center in Saratoga Springs, NY for the Saratoga Center for the Family's 36th Annual Holiday Craft Festival on Saturday, November 26 from 10 am until 4:30 pm.

Also on Saturday, Michele of The Knit Chix will be selling her wonderful handspun yarn and knit creations at the Dekalb Market in Brooklyn, NY from 10 am until 7 pm.

The Knit Chix

On Sunday, check out the Woodstock Arts Fair at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation from 10 am until 4 pm. Becky of Gemini River Rocks and Karen of Karmabee will both be there with their beautiful, whimsical and completely original artwork. I hear a rumor that they will be in the back room, with a fantastic local chocolatier. Now that's one-stop shopping!

Karmabee

Gemini River Rocks

And of course the Hudson Valley Handmade! Pop-Up Shop in Pine Bush, NY will be open for your holiday shopping as well! Go visit and feel good about gift-giving this year!

Hudson Valley Handmade!

Hudson Valley Handmade is OPEN!

Now that our Pop Up Shop is open for the season, here are some pictures of what you'll find.  Of course the way to experience it is to check it out in person!

Follow the shop on Facebook or check back here for updates.  Visit Hudson Valley Handmade at 91 Main Street, Pine Bush, NY

Hudson Valley Etsy Pop-Up Shop for the Holidays!



Get ready Pine Bush, the HV Team is coming to occupy, but we won't be setting up tents. The team will be taking up residence at the previous Quimby & Smith Gift Shop located at 91 Main Street in Pine Bush from November 15th through January 15th.   You will find items from our members and local artist ranging from jewelry, bath & body, pottery, clothing, housewares and more accessories.

This is our first Pop-Up shop and we're so excited to open but remember it's only for a limited time so support local artists and find unique and fabulous gift items.

Store hours will be:
WED:11:00 am-6:00 pm
THU:11:00 am-7:00 pm
FRI:11:00 am-7:00 pm
SAT:10:00 am-5:00 pm
SUN:Noon-4:00 pm

Hudson Valley Handmade

A Hudson Valley Etsy Team Production

91 Main St

Pine Bush, NY

November 15 thru January 15th
Follow the shop on Facebook! Hudson Valley Handmade