pretty.hot.hoops Offers FREE Hula Hoop Demos October 8th!

Are you a hula-hoop enthusiast? Or maybe you have always wanted to learn how to spin a hoop, but no one was around to show you how. Well, I have some great news for you!  Hula-hoop designers and masters, pretty.hot.hoops. will be hanging out at the Market all day Saturday, October 8th, with their handmade Kaleidoscopic hoops.

Plus, they will be holding FREE hoop demos throughout the day, too, so people can walk away with some tips and tricks.

The FINAL Ballston A&C Market is on Saturday, October 8th. Don't miss your last opportunity this season to shop 100% handmade!

WeirdGirl Designs - October 8th

Melissa Yates Tomlinson is WeirdGirl Designs. And just for the record, I've met Melissa and have seen her designs, and I don't think she or her creations are "weird." Unique. Cool. Modern --Sure! But weird? Well, okay ... maybe a little. But, that's what makes her fused glass artwork so special!

Melissa has been perfecting the art of fused glass for a little over four years now and she also has been teaching the medium for three.  Check out her handmade plates, bowls, jewelry, wine racks, and more at the FINAL Ballston A&C Market of the season on Saturday, October 8th!

Jen-A-Fusion is Back on October 8th!

Bags, bags and more bags. I love bags!  Jen-A-Fusion Fashion Accessories are a collection of original items made from mostly recycled, reclaimed, vintage and new material.

Full-time artist and designer, Jen Athanas, stitches all of her handcrafted and completely one-of-a-kind pieces from her own local studio. Her line includes unique purses, little bags, scarves, hats and other surprises.

Meet the talented gal behind Jen-A-Fusion and her colorful fabric creations at the final Ballston A&C Market on Saturday, October 8th. Don't miss it!

New Exhibitor, April Alayne

Hey Ballston! I'd like to introduce you to a new exhibitor who will be joining us for the the last market of the season on October 8th -- April Alayne!


April has been drawing since I could hold onto a brush. And it shows! Her favorite things to draw are people and ideas. She also enjoys doodling cute characters or personifying otherwise everyday objects. April's inspiration from emotions, colors and movement. Basically life.


Check out her amazing illustrations, artwork and jewelry designs at the FINAL market of the season on Saturday, October 8th.

Sneak Peak at October 8th - Final Show of the Season!

The last Ballston A&C Market of the season is only two weeks away, so you know what that means: it's sneak peak time. Here's a glimpse of some of the awesome artists we have lined up for Saturday, October 8th. We  saved some of the best exhibitors out there for last! :)

April Alyane

Amy Manson Pottery

BoxBoy Demented Decoupage

lolojane

Ela's Fellas

Holland Cox

Nikdapooh Designs

jerseymaids

Ten East Read

pretty.hot.hoops

See you Saturday, October 8th!!

Véronneau - October 8th!

We can't think of a better way to close out the season than with a perfomance from one of out favorite bands, Veronneau, at the the final market of the year, Saturday, October 8th.


Véronneau is an acoustic, song-based group playing Latin Jazz, Gypsy Swing and much more.

Remember, awesome visual, tactile arts aren't the only thing the Ballston Arts & Crafts Market is known for. We also love to incorporate music into each and every one of our shows. Because, after all, music is definitely an art form!

FINAL Market on the Season - October 8th!

ANNOUCEMENT! Did you know that October 8th is our FINAL Market of the season? So, I hope you can make it! 

Like always, we will have free totebags to the first 50 vsitoris, beautiful music by Veronneau, free yoga in the square and of course, the best handmade artwork in the area!


Don't miss this show, because we won't be back until next May! Shopping has never been so much fun Support your local artist at the last Ballston A&C Market on Saturday, October 8th.

BoxBoy is Back - October 8th!

If it Ain't BOXBOY, It Ain't Demented! Just in time for Halloween, BoxBoy Demented Decoupage returns to the Ballston A&C Market for the season's final show on October 8th!

Being involved the craft world for a couple years now, I notice their are definitely DC craft-stars out there ... meaning there are certain crafters that are always on the scene. Certain folks that you are happy to catch at all the cool, local craft fairs, and automatically know their work as soon as you see it. And BoxBoy  is one of those artists!

"BoxBoy makes very few sweet,  pretty boxes ... flowers and Victoriana and cute little animals  just don't cut it, thank you.  If it  ain't BoxBoy, it ain't demented!"  And that's what I absolutely love about Paul and his demented creations.

Viva La BoxBoy!

Murder Mitten Creations - October 8th!

Based out of Falls Church, Virginia, Murder Mitten Creations is all about bold bright colors at an affordable price. If you can dream it, artist, Sarah Smith, can turn it into wearable art.

Catch Murder Mitten Creations and her vivid jewelry collection at the FINAL Ballston A&C Market of the season on Saturday, October 8th. 

Interlaken Soak Company - October 8th

Interlaken Soak Company creates artisan-quality bath and body care products with a focus on using all-natural ingredients in small, handcrafted batches. They have unique items for the whole body from the tops of your fingers to the tips of your toes.

With a wide range of items including bath salts and soaks, body scrubs, moisturizers and specialty items for the hands, feet and face, you can find exactly what you need to help restore your body and your mind.

Find the luxurious product you need at the final Ballston A&C Market of the season on Saturday, October 8th.

Katharine Watson - October 8th

Artist, Katharine Watson returns to the Ballston A&C Market on Octoner 8th - the last show of the season!

All of her intricately created items are hand block-printed with original designs carved from linoleum blocks. Katharine finds her inspiration in textiles, stone carvings, Indian architecture and patterns all around her.

Each piece is individually hand-printed, so not one tea towel, greeting card, coin purse or journal is alike.   Want a Kathatine Watson original for yourself? Then, visit the Ballston A&C Market's next show on Saturday, October 8th and see what all of the fuss is about.

Spot On!

This is awesome and spot on! Except you won't find this Kathy at the Ballston A&C Market. I can promise you that!



Tee hee!

Steven L. Miller Words & Images - October 8th!

Unique photography is an absolute joy to come across. That's why Steven L. Miller Words & Images is such a well-known photographer.

As Steven expresses in his website: Consider the power of a black-and-white image. Without color, black-and-white images must succeed because of content. Moments, frozen in time, that can change hearts and minds as well as travel photography and nature. At Steven L. Miller Words and Images, Steve is commited to making distinctive photographs that reflect the human condition.

Hm. Maybe that's why nine of Miller's images are in the permanent collection of The Smithsonian Museum.

Couldn't have said it better myself. The Ballston A&C Market is proud to have Steve as one of its regular showing artists. And he'll be exhibiting at the final market of the season on Saturday, October 8th.

Ten East Read - October 8th

Ten East Read is a local printing press, who in my humble opinion, are pretty awesome. They are writers and artisans, who enjoy a nice laugh and a good t-shirt.

Their textiles are all hand-printed with love and giggles. They may even hug your order for you by special request!

If you aren't familiar with them already, go have a look at their websites at stickycomics.com and badnanobot.com.  They also have a Ten East Read blog!

And see the gang and their origial designs in person at the final Ballston A&C Market of the season on October 8th!

Amy Manson Pottery Returns October 8th!

For me, awesome pottery is hard to find. I like a little mix of old-school colors and new-school design, so when I saw Amy Manson Pottery I was beyond impressed. She's got it.

Amy Manson has been creating with clay for the past nine years. She uses high-fired stoneware and porcelain, and enjoys glaze colors and themes, which can be found in nature.

Her passion for clay certainly shows in her work! Enjoy Amy Manson's pottery in person at the next Ballston A&C Market on Saturday, October 9th--the last market of the season.

Saturday's SUNNY Market!

Wow! What an awesome market we had on September 10th! After all that rain, it was so nice to have a bright, sunny and pleasantly warm day. And the visitors agreed! I hope you all had fun and sold some kick-ass artwork. Here's some pics from Saturday's show. Thanks again for all of your hard work.

Moonlight Bindery famous Lego books & more

Nikdapooh Designs fantastical terrariums

So many handmade Warped bags to choose from!

Brighter Day Beads originally designed beads

Jenny Wren knows her jewelry! 

Mary Ellen Larkins' glasswork is one of a kind

Know where Haute Hilary gets her inspiration? 

Once Upon a Scrapbook makes the coolest SBs I've ever seen

My fave bag by Holland Cox

BumbleBee Studios lavender goodness

babus toys' new creation - fuzzy Bigfoot!

Tsai-fi original designs in all different colors 

UglyKittyRedeux's upcycled jewelry

I LOVE this new design by Bette's Bags

No market is complete without Herban Lifesyle's organic soaps 

EHL Creations's belt buckles make great gifts

See you soon -- at the final show of the season on October 8th!

Ballston A&C Market - TODAY, September 10th

Yah! It's gonna be a beautiful fall day TODAY -- perfect weather for a September Craft show!

 Spend a couple hours strolling along pretty Welburn Square  (aka The Ballston Circle), chatting & shopping at one of the things that makes Ballston special, the Ballston Arts & Crafts Market!

We're  the ONLY 100% handmade market in Arlington! So, come visit us! We'll be at the Sqaure from 10 AM - 4 PM doing what we do best -- delivering unique, handcrafted goodies to the people!

And while your here, stop by the Saffron Dance booth (Booth #24) and to chat all things yoga and dance, then listen to some awesome live music (noon - 2 PM).

And, of course, don't forget your wallet. There is some SERIOUS shopping to do here! See you later TODAY ...

Jule's Jewels Returns THIS SATURDAY - September 10th

Jule's Jewels, everyone's favorite local jeweler, is back at the Ballston A&C Market THIS SATURDAY, September 10th. So, now is the perfect opportunity to pick up one of Jule's beautful, one of a kind creations.

Jules masterfully funky way with metals and media comes from her uniquely organic vision and cultural background. Jules extracts experiences and memories from her Cajun upbringing and translates them into uniquely fabulous treasures, hand-fabricated in fine metals, gems, enamels, resin and myriad vintage and found objects.

Catch Jules' Jewels in her final Ballston A&C Market appearance this season, in Booth #15, THIS SATURDAY!

Exhibitor Map - THIS SATURDAY, September 10th!

Yah! I'm so excited for Ballston A&C Market on September 10th. Check out the map and the awesome artisans we have lined up for THIS SATURDAY! See where your favorites will be exhibiting.

1). Herban Lifestyle
2). Tsai-fi
3). Nikdapooh Designs
4). Lanyapi Designs
5). Warped
6). EHL Creations
7). Jillory
8). babus toys
9). Yinibini Baby
10). BumbleBee Studio
11). Fast Snail
12). MOTHERBORED
13). Once Upon a Scrapbook
14). Kaylala Organic Apothecary
15). Jule's Jewels
16). Holland Cox
17). Moonlight Bindery
18). Jenny Wren Jewelry
19). UglyKittyReduex
20). Ela's Fellas
21). Fuzzy Ink
22). Handcrafted Exotic Wood Pens
23). Purple Clover Art
24). Saffron Dance
25). Emily Dolenz Photography
26). Sandi Volpe Designs
27). XX
28). Carrol E. Hill Woodturning
29). Haute Hilary
30). Bette's Bags
31). Mary Ellen Larkins
32). Hope Augustini
33). Melissa Lew
34). Sande's Handmade Books
35). Denise's Knits

The BumbleBee Studio Returns THIS SATURDAY!

When you guys visit the Ballston A&C Market THIS SATURDAY, September 10th, you may wonder "Wow! Is Welburn Square known to smell the sweet, calming scent of lavender in the fall? Well, maybe not Ballston itself, but The BumbleBee Studio is! And when they exhibit at show, the entire market smells like lavender.

The BumbleBee Studio features natural, handcrafted artisan luxuries for bath, body and home. Each product is formulated with nature's finest plant & fruit oils & butters, pure essential oils and fresh botanicals.

Give the the gift of lavender to soothe the mind, body and soul. Perfect for that stressed-out someone in your life? Or maybe even yourself at the Ballston A&C Market THIS SATURDAY, September 10th.

Meet Griffin David!

So, you may have noticed a lack of updates this past week for the September 10th Ballston A&C Market. Well, that's because I have been working on my own little masterpiece.

Meet Griffin David
Born August 31, 2011
6:27 pm
8 lbs. 2 ounces

We're gonna try to bring him to the Market THIS Saturday, September 10th!