Meet the Vendor: Marcella Stewart ~ Mary Kay

Those of you who have been with us a while know that one of my favorite things is to introduce everyone to the vendors that will be sharing their wares with us at Craftacular on Saturday, November 5. Ladies and Gentleman I introduce you to Marcella Stewart!!!

I chose to honor teachers with my Mary Kay business this year back in May and actually conducted satin hands pampering sessions at several schools, including SWE.

 

My offering for the craft fare is already packed gift ideas for parents and teachers.  I will be featuring our satin hands pampering sets and opportunity for parents and teachers to schedule pampering appointments with me.   I will also offer a drawing for a basket.  I will be donating a percentage of my sales from this craft fare to the school via PTA in support of our teachers and educating our children, the future leaders.

 

My website is:  www.marykay.com/marcellastewart

Best contact is 336-681-2692 (mobile)  Landline is 919-563-9101

 

I have been building my Mary Kay business for over 12 years.  My life has been positively impacted by great teachers over the years, especially my earlier years.  That is why I enjoy reaching out to schools in the community.

 

I do have a Masters of Business Administration from Wake Forest University.  I value education and want to do what I can to help support our educators.

 

Marcella Stewart

Independent Senior Sales Director

Mary Kay Skin Care and Cosmetics

Remember, if YOU are interested in joining us as a vendor please follow this link to get the details: http://www.swepta.com/craft-fair.html

#buylocal #smallbusiness #southwestelementary #durham #pta #craftfair  #marykay

SWE CRAFTACULAR Wants YOU!!!

WE WANT YOU!!!!!

 We really do! We are still looking for vendors and crafters to take part in our 4th Annual Craftacular Craft & Vendor Fair. Spaces start at only $35 (with discounts for SWE families). All money raised from booth rentals goes directly to our PTA. Our PTA will then use the money for things like school improvements, updating our technology and, most importantly, finding resources to help our families in need.

This will take place on Saturday, November 5th, 2016 from 9am to 2pm at Southwest Elementary School in Durham. You can find us at 2320 Cook Rd. not far from Southpoint Mall.

If you would like more information please click HERE.  

Hope to hear from you soon! 

Headed Back With Craftacular 4!!!!!

The powers that be have decided that Southwest Elementary School in good ol' Durham, NC will INDEED hold yet another Craftacular Craft and Vendor Fair. It will take place on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016 from 9am to 2pm.
If you are interested in a table you can click here: Registration.  You can also click there to volunteer at the craft fair.
We want to make our 4th annual CRAFTACULAR the best yet. Tell your friends. Tell your neighbors. Tell people that you pass on the street.
As always booth rental goes directly to our school's PTA as do all the proceeds from the drawing that we hold each year at the craft fair.

You will find us at 2320 Cook Rd., Durham, NC near Fayetteville St.

Counting Down!!!

OK, I am an emotional wreck right now. Craftacular is coming up and I am feeling ALL the feelings. As a planner for the event I am excited by all the response we've gotten and completely nervous about all the unknowns. Will anyone show up? Will everything run smoothly? Will the vendors be happy with how things are run? Will we have enough volunteers?
As a vendor I'm starting to panic because I haven't gotten as much stuff made for the event as I would have liked. Will anyone buy my stuff? How am I going to display everything? Is there going to be enough foot traffic to make things worthwhile? Of course the big question is: Can I eat from each of the food vendors in a 5 hour period and not explode?

Anyway, that's how I'm feeling. I hope YOU are feeling excitement and anticipation. I hope you have sent out the evites and are gathering the family and friends for a unique holiday shopping excursion. I hope you come ready to eat and shop!

If you are unsure if there will be something there for you, here's a list of who you will have to shop from: 
 Funky & Feisty Home Décor & More: Funky & Feisty Home Décor
and More specializes in unique, whimsical creations for the
home. Custom gifts also available. (this one is me. Stop by and say hi!)

 Crystal’s Posh Panache: Perfectly Posh products are spa grade
pampering products. All prodicts are naturally-nased ingredients
such as almond oil, argan oil, sunflower oil and olive oil, ,as well as
shea butter, etc. We have soaps, coconut oil, hand creams, body
scrubs, body masks, bath salts, body butters, face creams, face
washes and lip balms.

 Stitched on Canvas: Hand-made décor with canvas - anything
from wall/door hangings, coasters, ornaments, tissue box covers,
and so much more! Special orders are welcome!

 Knit Purl Pray: Knit Purl Pray is a group of women that have been
sharing their skills and ideas for nearly nine years. We will have
hats, scarves, mittens, wristlets, socks and doll clothes. We'll also
have the knitted/crocheted dish cloths that many find so useful.

 Nana’s Attic: Jewelry & beads designed by me. I have paper
beads and paper bead jewelry- Great Christmas gifts.

 One Inspired Life Shop: One Inspired Life Shop was created by
Kristin in 2014, out of her passion for encouraging and inspiring
others & her love for arts and crafts. One Inspired Life Shop offers
affordable gift options including jewelry, journals, prints and more.
In her spare time, Kristin also blogs at www.one-inspired-life.com.
Visit us online at: www.etsy.com/shop/OneInspiredLifeShop

 Jilsoph: Jilsoph handcrafted jewelry collections- Sparkling
Swarovski crystal jewelry makes a beautiful gift for others or yourself!
Please stop by to see and try necklaces, bracelets, rings and
earrings- both pierced and a large selection of clip-ons!

 The Krist Korner: Hey everyone. I'm Jeremy and the owner of the
Etsy shop TheKristKorner. I like to dabble in quite a few things as
long as It allows me to be outside or in the garage with my two
young sons. I revive old wooden high chairs, make customized
coaster sets, and build picnic tables for children. You can find me
on Facebook or Etsy by searching TheKristKorner. Contact me for
your Christmas or holiday needs, I would be happy to help!

 Back to Africa: Beautifully handcrafted jewelry crafted by Kenyan
men and women of recycled magazine paper rolled into intricate
beads. Pendants and earrings made of kiln fired ceramic. All designs
are unique to Back to Africa. Price ranges are very affordable
from $8 up to $48. Proceeds go to family preservation programs in
Kenya and orphan care around the world through Heart of the Bride
ministries. See more at heartofthebride.org.

 Kelly’s Kitchen: Homemade baked goods, mixes and gift baskets.

 Symphl Creations: Symphl Creations has handmade soap &
scents and affordable beaded jewelry.

Celtic Wolf Crafts
Bubby’s Bits
Usborne Books & More
Feel Good Kits
ThirthOne Gifts
Chilean Charm
Ivona Walker
JMCreations
Sissy Jams/Sissybeth Avon
Lisa’s Loops & Hoops
Bags by betty
Shine on with Francesca
Magnets & Mayhem
Modern Goldfish
Karen Quick
Coraline and Zeus Bath Co.
Bull City Soap Worx
Blooming Petals
Knitted Neckware
Paparazzi Accessories
Happy Skull Crochet
Tarandipity
Origami Owl
Blue Rose Jewelry
Durham Association of
Educators (DAE)
Needles N’ Thread
Michelle’s Stamping Corner
Lavender Lushions
Becky deForest
Dove Chocolate Discoveries
Big Woof Dog Treats

As for food we will have:
 Will & Pop's
Roll Dog Express
Jessica's Sweet Treats

Feel free to share this with EVERYONE! Hope to see you on Saturday!

Meet The Vendor: Michelle Irinyi- Michelle's Stampin' Corner

It's time to meet another vendor. Ladies and Gentlemen, Michelle Irinyi.

Since college, I’ve always had some type of textile craft or project started. I’ve done cross stitching, sewing, and quilting. I even made my own handmade paper for a while. 

Crafting time is me time. It’s a chance to calm my mind and be mindful. One of our most fundamental needs is to create and surround ourselves with something beautiful. The joy and satisfaction we derive from our handmade gifts is irreplaceable. 

As demonstrator with Stampin’ Up! I host paper crafting and stamping workshops and classes. More than just crafting, it’s a time for women – and men! - to come together, to laugh and share, learn and grow. 

I invite you to join me. Let’s see what we can create together!

Michelle Irinyi

Stampin' Up!

MichelleIrinyi.StampinUp.net

919.451.3556

 

Meet the Vendor: Tara Parrish- Tarandipity Designs

 Another vendor who will be at SWE's 3rd Craftacular Craft & Vendor Fair. Remember to show your love by going to any of the social media sites that our vendors are sharing and "LIKE" or follow them.

 

 

 

 Hi, my name is Tara Parrish! I'm a wife & mother of two! My shop name is Tarandipity Designs. I started creating baby headbands & bows shortly after my daughter was born. I design all different styles but specialize in NFL/College/Sports teams & also Wool Bow Headbands! I'm really looking forward to participating in this years Southwest Elementary Craftacular! See you all there! 

Tarandipity Designs

www.tarandipity.etsy.com

Facebook: Tarandipity Designs

Instagram: @tarandipitydesigns

These are great photos so why not show some love for the photographers as well by checking them out at the following places:
http://www.raleighfamilyphotography.com/

https://www.facebook.com/jessi.caparella

 

http://www.momentsbymegan.com/

 

Remember Craftacular is coming up on Saturday, November 21 from 9 to 2 at 2320 Cook Rd., Durham, NC

 

Meet the Vendor: Holly Adkisson- Happy Skull Crochet

It's time to introduce you to another face you will be seeing at this year's Craftacular Craft & Vendor Fair.

My name is Holly and I'm not your typical stay at home mom.  I'm the quintessential nerd.  I love sci-fi and fantasy and spent a huge chunk of my life with my nose buried in a book. When I was pregnant with my daughter, I was discouraged by the lack of nerdy baby clothes and toys. Princesses were everywhere, but nerdy stuff was virtually nonexistent. So I set out to create my own. I am determined to provide nerdy stuff for all ages.  You may ask, why "Happy Skull Crochet"? The name reflects my love of skulls.  I've never thought they were scary.  They always look like they're smiling. As a seller of hats, I also guarantee my nerdy hats will make your skull happy!

I am excited about the craft fair! I'm going to have tons of stuff, including Pokemon inspired hats and key chains, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle inspired key chains, Link inspired hats, a whole line of hats inspired by Harry Potter, and much more!  Stop by my booth and get a coupon code to use online!

Check out my website here:
www.happyskullcrochet.etsy.com

Like me on Facebook to keep up with my current projects, happenings, and giveaways!

God Bless!
Holly Adkisson
HappySkullCrochet

Tell me your kids aren't gonna love these! I know mine will.