VOTE and show your support please

Our very own Heather Wirth has artwork in the CNote Art show September 25-27th at Junctionview Studios. Please use the link provided to vote for her submissions and to find out more about this awesome event. In addition, we should mention our member Meg, better known as TsuruBride, has her "better half", hubby Aaron Driggers also with photo submissions up for vote at the same link/site. You CAN vote for both our friends, just click on the "+" sign (once per day) and the digits will increase. Thank you all and Namaste!

http://cnoteartshow.com/fall2009/f2009artists

http://heatherwirth.etsy.com/

Team update

Happy Monday blog readers! We hope you had a wonderful weekend. If you happened to attend our Eco-Chic Craftacular event in Columbus Saturday or Sunday then you know how our weekend went---BUSY, FUN, SUCCESSFUL!

Our team would like to take this opportunity to extend sincere appreciation to our sponsors, vendors, customers and friends who joined us for our innaugural art show! Even the rain didn't dampen our spirits or keep our loyal followers away.

Most importantly, the money we raised was donated to the Whetstone Community Center, Ohio Green Living and Local Matters (Local Ohio Foods). So once again, THANK YOU and we look forward to doing it all again NEXT year!

On another subject...a belated HAPPY BIRTHDAY wish to our very own Kellie of Blue Girl Ink. She is a vital member of our group and a wonderfully talented, kind and funny lady! Please visit her etsy store via this link: http://bluegirlink.etsy.com/

Finally, congratulations to Andrea of Handmade by Andrea Baker for her 2nd straight win in our monthly themed team design challenge! Her grocery bag cozy received the most votes for the "eco chic" competition. She will have the honor of choosing next month's design theme, so watch our blog on 6/10 for the next round of interactive fun!

http://andreabaker.etsy.com/

The Countdown Continues...

Well now we have only FIVE days remaining until the ECO CHIC Craftacular hits town! Just ONE of the many reasons to visit our debut is the FREE lineup of fabulous workshops. Here is a listing of those being offered:


Saturday May 16

1pm Eric Marlow Kids Area Eco-Crafts http://www.recyclabits.com/ Indoor lobby Workshop area
2pm Chris with Little Square Farm Rain Water Harvesting http://www.littlesquarefarm.com/ Outside Workshop Area
3pm Mary, Franklin Soil and Water Conservation Composting basics Outside Workshop Area
4pm Casey, B1 Bicycles Bike Maintenance 101 http://www.b1bicycle.com/ Outside Workshop Area

Sunday May 17

1pm FLOW How to keep your Olentangy River Clean and Safe http://www.olentangywatershed.org/ Outside Workshop Area
2pm Jeremy, One20 Farm Worm Composting 101 http://www.one20farm.com/ Outside Workshop Area
3pm Angie Palmer, Skye Public Relations Social media: Your eco-friendly marketing tool http://www.skyepublicrelations.com Indoor lobby Workshop area

It's not to late to join us if you would like to present a workshop with an environmentally relevant theme. Contact us to add your insights and help educate the public in an area so vital and timely. Visit the offical website to make arrangements: http://www.columbuscraftacular.com


Now, to keep the vibe going, here are five ECO facts for your consideration (read previous blog entries for more facts):
1. The average American consumes five times more energy than the average global citizen.
2. U.S. drivers use 43% of the world's fuel to power 5% of the world's cars.
3. The average home contributes more air pollution that does the average car!
4. We each use about 12,000 gallons of water every year.
5. Approximately 5 million tons of oil produced in the world each year ends up in the ocean.

They're here! ETC Swag bags have arrived.

Feast your eyes on these Earth friendly goodies! Now imagine yourself getting one absolutely FREE when you are among the first 50 people in line on either Saturday the 16th or Sunday the 17th at the Eco Chic Craftacular.

Hours are 10-6 Sat and 12-5 Sun. Location: Whetstone Community Center 3923 N. High St. Columbus, OH.

Don't miss out! Remember these will be stuffed with MORE freebies!

Scroll down our blog to the post from 5/4 to read all about your possible finds within. Be there or be square! And thanks in advance for helping us spread the word. Namaste!

Countdown to the Eco Chic Craftacular

Just twelve days! TWELVE DAYS!!! Members of Etsy Team Columbus are very excited and proud of the upcoming Eco Chic Craftacular at the Whetstone Community Center on May 16 & 17. Many hours of planning and marketing have gone into this event. With over 50 vendors, live music and delicous food...we feel this will be an unforgetable gathering.

Did you know there will also be FREE workshops going on the entire weekend? Be sure to stop by our information table in the Community Center lobby (beginning the 16th) to pick up a schedule/map for more info. Topics being offered include: rain water harvesting, composting basics, bike maintenance 101, keeping our rivers clean, etc.

Each of the artists and crafters appearing at the Craftacular has been asked to include or incorporate eco-friendly elements in a portion of their wares. You might see canvases colored with soy based paints, creations from recycled or sustainable materials, vintage goods and found/repurposed objects.

In additon to all the above, there will be a daily swag bag giveaway. Be among the first 50 guests to arrive each morning to get your hands on some fab freebies. Here is a list of the possible swag contents in YOUR bag: bubble rings, fabric wallets, postcards, magnets, buttons/pins, coffee cozies, coupons, gift tags, coasters, patches, erasers, notepads, stickers, ACEOs, recycleable bags, honey (yes honey) and more!

Raffle tickets will also be sold during the Craftacular for $1 each or 6 for $5. If you are a winner, you might end up taking home any of these prizes: original paintings, handbound journal, dyed fabric/textile art, denim purse, leather "snail" business card holder, embroidered tshirts, fabric totes, goats milk soap & candle, plushies or jewelry.

We hope you will join us as we celebrate creativity and caring for our planet. The support you show these artists is always appreciated and goes a long way towards stimulating the local economy and small businesses.

Many thanks readers and please help us spread the word----let the countdown to all this FABULOUSNESS continue...

COOLNESS ALERT!

Eco-Chic Buttons are here! Look for these and other fun items at the Eco Chic Craftacular on May 16 and 17th!

For more info: www.columbuscraftacular.com

Members: 9 days left to sign up

OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS and ARTISANS:

UNDER 100 HOLIDAY EXHIBITION SALE EVENT

Exhibition Dates: December 12-14, 2008
Deadline for Submissions: November 14, 2008
Application Fee: $15, non-refundable

4th Street Studio invites artists and artisans working in any fine art media to submit work for a juried holiday exhibition and sale. Our goal is to support and encourage the local arts community, provide the public with an opportunity to purchase fine art for under $100, and help local families fight hunger during times of need. 4th Street Studio will not take commission on the sale of artwork, however 10% of sales for each work will be donated to the Neighborhood Family Services Food Bank located on N. 4th Street. The Food Bank will be preparing Holiday Food Baskets that will be distributed to needy families in the neighborhood.

Work that will be considered must be original, produced by the artist, and includes any 2D or 3D media: drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, mixed media, ceramics, metals, jewelry, textiles, glass, sculpture, etc. Our selection will be influenced by works that are professionally presented, ready to display, and easy to purchase and take home. Selected artists do not have to be present to sell work.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Artists must be age 18 or older, and currently living and/or working in the Columbus, OH area.
• Artwork submitted must be available for the exhibition dates.
• All artwork must be available for sale, priced at $100 or under.

Checklist of application materials:
• 3-10 images of your work (high quality photos, slides, or 72 dpi jpeg files). Do not send original pieces in the mail.
• Self-addressed stamped envelope, for return of materials if desired.
• $15 check made payable to 4th Street Studio. We can also take credit card by phone.
• Completed application form. Deadline for submission: November 14, 2008

Please mail submissions to: 4th Street Studio, Attn: Under 100 Sale, 1950 North 4th St Suite K, Columbus, OH 43201. Email submissions will also be accepted. Please note that $15 payment must be on file in order for email submissions to be considered.

Please call the studio at 614.294.3707 or email with any questions: arts@4thstreet-studio.com

Artists selected for this event will be notified by Tuesday, November 18, 2008 via email.

-- From the 4thstreet-studio.com website.