I Heart Rummage: Locally Made Crafts That Aren't Lame
I'm headed to warm and sunny (and smokey) Venice, CA, this weekend, which will be lovely trip, but I will be missing some fun happenings in Seattle. This Sunday is I Heart Rummage, a monthly urban craft show of cool local independent artists. Generally the first Sunday of every month from 12pm - 4pm at the Crocodile Cafe, people of all ages can browse, buy, and socialize with other crafters and craft connoisseurs. Also, anyone can apply to be a part of the event and showcase their own DIY treasures (advanced notice required).
IHR continues its commitment to provide a platform for all up-and-coming craftsters that want to show new, edgy, and dynamic work. Every month you’ll find 45 hardworking designers and crafters presenting the latest in style and hip crafts - some seasoned vendors, as well as new work that has never been shown. Relevant local charitable and indie businesses are also spotlighted each month as IHR’s "special guest of the month".
What makes this craft show different from other craft shows? This show is less likely to have macrame pot holders made by your grandmother. Not to say your grandma doesn't make great pot holders, but, come on, we're hip urbanites, and we crave art with a bite. Cassandra Lanning, the director of the event, said in an interview:
IHR is an event that showcases handcrafted works with an indie/urban/edgy appeal. Irony and balls (not literally) definitely have an edge on getting in. For all the vendors that apply that do not make the cut, I do try to refer them to and encourage them to sell with some of the "suburban" craft shows which have their own following.
This Sunday is IHR's 6th Birthday Show, with special guests Nova School, and music by DJ Huggy. Go prepared to find lots of treasures, and even grab some brunch at the Croc while you're at it. I'm going to have to catch the next one on Dec. 16.
