Rain or Shine!

Look at it outside! It's beautiful!

So, I know what the weatherman has forecasted, but I say phooey! The Market is on rain or shine--and I really believe it's going to shine.

But, in the off chance that there is severe weather tomorrow (major rains, lightning, etc) you can call my personal cell phone number, (202) 536-9714, for an update on whether the market will be open. Anything lighter than that, and we'll be at the square setting up.

Once again, setup is from 8 am-9:45 am, and I'm looking forward to a wonderful Opening Day tomorrow!

Bird is the Word - OPENING DAY!

Oh, boy! Oh, boy! I can't believe Opening Day is this Saturday! Where did the time go? Well, I am happy to say, we are psyched and ready to make this Market the best around.

We have print & online ads coming out in the City Paper this week and have been featured in the Washington Post's DC Scout calendar! How sweet is that?

If you guys have any last-minute concerns or questions,I'm just an email away. Or, if you want to tell me how excited you are, too, I feed off positive energy!

Remember the (Ballston Blue) Bird is the word, so get the word out!

New Postcards!

Just wanted to give you a head's up! Expect a bunch of postcards in your snail mail any day now. Just like the poster, plaster your area with these bad boys! Let's really get the word out and make this the best season yet!

Poster Child!

It's sunny, it's rainy. It's sunny, it's rainy. I wish the weather would just make up its mind already ... And by that I mean decide to be 76 degrees and sunny from now til October 10th!

Anyway, did you get the poster? What do you think our our poster child--the Ballston Bluebird? He just keeps popping up everywhere, doesn't he?!

So, help us spread the word! Hang posters in your coffee houses, Metro stations, work billboards, and libraries! And give the Market a shout out on your websites. Let your neighbors and customers know where you will be the second Saturday of each month!

Crunch Time!

Guess what day it is! Well, yes, it is tax day, (grumble, grumble) but it's also the deadline for vendor checks. My thanks goes out to all of you who sent in your money already. You guys are now officially enrolled! Woo to the hoo!

If you have not gotten a chance to send in your check and still want to participate in this season's market, please let me know. If you need to schedule a later payment, or break up the payments that can be arranged--no problem.

And, as always, please feel free to email me with any questions or concerns. My studio's always open.

April is Apon Us!

A shout out to all of the artists who have sent in their checks. I am sending you a big, virtual hug! You have all been added to the Vendor list on the blog and are now officially enrolled in this year's funnest (is that a word?) market--That would be the Ballston one!

Keep those checks rollin' in!

Congrats are in Order!

Acceptance letters have gone out and I would like to be the first one to congratulate all of you artists out there who will be joining us for the 2009 Ballston Arts & Crafts Market!

This year, we have both returning vendors (welcome back, veterans!) and new vendors (watch out for the freshmen wedgies!) who will showcase their lotions, handbags, sculptures, puppets, paper arts, children's fashions, screenprinted tees (what up, Kristina!), crochet, photography, decoupage, plushes, jewelry and ... have I forgotten anything?

Dudes, I'm so stoked!

Head's Up!

Hey guys!

What a month! And the submissions keep pouring in! But I have good news ... Keep an eye on your inbox March 23rd, cuz that's when I'll be sending out our acceptance letters!

Just wanted to give ya'll a head'a up!

Happy crafting!

Market Update!

Hey artsy artists & crafty crafters!

Thanks again for all your awesome submissions. We received over 65 applications, so far!

I just wanted to give you a quick update on the status of the Market. The jury met last Monday and we were amazed with all of the talent we have the opportunity to show. Get ready for funky jewelry, adorable plushes and toys, creative paintings, rustic and modern ceramics, colorful bags and so much more! Me, personally--I can't wait. I hope you guys are excited, too.

I will contact everyone in the beginning of April. Until then, keep crafting!

Jess

Studio Space in Kensington!

Hey crafters!

A little (blue) birdie told me about studio space that just opened up in Kensington, MD, so I thought I'd pass the info onto you!

"We’re looking to share our studio space with other artists or creative professionals. We have up to 2,000 square feet available in our safe, climate controlled studio in Kensington, MD. Our great location on Antique Row gives you easy access to the Beltway and provides great proximity to other artists.

Space is available now at $1.25 per square foot- an unbeatable price in our area! Contact us today at info@oneillstudios.com or via phone at (301) 530-9030."

Go for it!

Deadline Time!

Well, it's March 2nd. You know what that means, right? Yep. It's the application deadline for the 2009 season of the Ballston Arts & Crafts Market. Please get your apps in by 5:00 this evening in order for jurying! Just send 'em to: ballstonvasquare@gmail.com

Thank you to everyone who has already handed in their applications. I can't believe how many unbelievably talented vendors we are going to have this year! This is going to be the best season yet!

The Ballston Bluebird--Just Call Me BB

Hey guys!

Meet the Ballston Bluebird! We just hired him as the new face and voice (tweet?) of The Ballston Arts & Crafts Market! Isn't he handsome? Feel free to tell him so. He feeds off compliments and left over bread crumbs in Welburn Sqaure.

BB even set up a new account on Facebook so he can meet all of you awesome artists, musicians, and Market-goers. He loves new friends, so drop him a line!

Studio Space in Clarendon!

Hey arteests!

So, I just got word that there is artist studio space available in Clarendon! The address is 2420 Wilson Blvd. (The Loflin Building).


Available February1, this 1500sf space includes 3 parking spaces, too. Okay, okay, it's $3750 a month, BUT if you know a bunch of artists who need studio space, you guys can split the rent!


Contact Ken Matzkin at Buck & Associates at (703) 528-2299 ext. 18.

And It Begins ...

Just a quick note to let everyone know that the 2009 application is completed! Wahoo! If you did not receive your application by email and would like to, please let me know. My email is ballstonvasquare@gmail.com.

Otherwise, it should be up on the main page shortly.

We can't wait to review your applications and see all of your new designs for 2009! Are you as psyched as I am??

Jess

Application Update

Hey guys!

I hope your Holidays were wonderful and you are enjoying the New Year. For all those who have inquired about the 2009 application, we are in the tweaking process—you know, double-checking dates, practicing our anti-rain dances, etc.

It should be ready very soon—hopefully by the end of the week.

Jess