Craft Foundry

On Sale Week of February 23-29! Delicious, Wild Rose, Organic White Tea White tea infused with aromatic wild harvested roses. To Brew: --Water: 190°F / Leaves: 1 tablespoon per 8 ounces / Infusion Time: 4–6 minutes / Ingredients: Organic white tea, Organic roses and natural essential rose oil.
Week of February 20th- open 3pm to 8pm Wednesday the 22nd and Thursday the 23rd. February 24th to 26th- *Closed* for visiting the ACC (American Council on Craft) show Craft Foundry will re-open 3pm to 8pm February 29th, Wednesday - Friday, in addition to 12pm to 6pm on Saturday and Sunday. Looking forward to seeing you!
Fishtown First Friday is here! The weather outside is balmy and perfect walking around. Check out all the latest in bronze jewelry, t-shirts, and ceramics. Also new items from Volta Soap such as Shaving Soap. It is time to get started for Valentine's Day shopping. Come by for conversation along with wine and snacks. 6pm to 9pm.
Ceramic mugs by Julia Dean are here! Her statement about her work: "The act of creating manifests a profound vulnerability within oneself. Drawing from life experience, visions, memories and emotion gives way to a resounding and poignant conversation with the deepest parts of one's soul. For me, listening well to this conversation gives space for the gestation and birth of images and forms that narrate my journey inward. I am interested in this narrative aspect of my work, but also the space inside the piece. There is a void in empty space. And yet there is an expectant mystery. It is my search for the accessible or inaccessible Self in this space that keeps me listening for my own story in clay". We are pleased to announce the arrival of new t-shirts printed locally by DevilFishInk.
Thank You to Everyone for Your Support and Patronage This Year! Wishing you A Very Happy New Year 2012! Stop by Craft Foundry First Friday January 6, from 6pm to 9pm! Complimentary wine, Chocolate Chai and snacks; the opportunity to get in the mood to start looking for a Valentine's Day gift... http://frankfordavearts.org/?p=1277 Business Hours For Craft Foundry January 2012: Thur. - Fr. 6-8pm Sat. - Sun. 1-7pm And as always, if you cannot make it these hours, call to make an appointment! **************************************** Craft Foundry has new extended hours for December Shopping! The only exception is when we pack up and go to a DRAUGHTS 'N CRAFTS night at RUBA Club-Studios! Make terrarium Christmas ornaments with Madi Distefano. Find unique Christmas gifts made by the talented craftsmen and craftswomen of the Traveling Wares. Relax and take a break from the crazy holiday seaso...n at the uber-cool RUBA Club-Studios. Have a winter ale. Or if you'd prefer, have Bailey's or whiskey -- whatever your preferred holiday cheer. Come say hi, have a drink (or two!), get your last minute shopping done -- all at the same time! December 22, 2011 416 Green Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123. 6-9pm Craft Foundry Hours-- Tuesday - Wednesday 12pm to 7pm Thursday 12pm to 5pm Friday - Saturday 12pm to 8pm
Due to this concert the store hours will be curtailed on December 11, and we will be open 12-4:15pm.
Craft Foundry was featured in the Grid Magazine's Holiday Shopping Guide! A cool book necklace by Minna and a Silk scarf by Anne Foresman. Check it out! http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fissuu.com%2Fredflagmedia%2Fdocs%2Fgrid_2012.01%2F21&h=FAQGvTr2nAQHk4Pnb82B5z0HQtXulc5g13ffGxXHQ8GG3dA
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with us! November 26, shop with your local small businesses and support the economy. Craft Foundry will be giving away a lucky four leaf clover pendant to the first ten customers. American Express card holders get a $25 credit when they spend over $25 at a participating small business..you must register your card with them first...but that's great deal!
Come check out new fashion bracelets Qt Designs at Craft Foundry! Perfect gift for a man. "Carefree, rugged and durable leather wristbands that feature intricate stitch work, metal components and hand distressing techniques. As well as suave, sophisticated, leather wrist cuffs that feature uniquely detailed faux cuff links and hidden adjustable snap design". Enkidu Leather Wristband - cut from brown distressed leather this wristband features golden stitch work, antiquedd bronze hardware and fastens with two antiquedd bronze snaps.
A Fresh Batch of Organic Skin Care has arrived at Craft Foundry! Deliciously scented soaps such as Lavender, Tree Hugger, Herbalist and Patchouli! In time for winter, new Lavender, Lemon Geranium and Vanilla+ Black Pepper Shea Butter to moisturize your skin.
First Friday & CONTEST! In collaboration with the owner of 314 East Girard Avenue, Bob Murphy, Craft Foundry has designed two windows with a mystery. They both have lots of books, but the first person to find the smallest one (they are the same) wins a gift certificate to Craft Foundry! So look for the smallest at 314 East Girard in a dusty old library setting, with a nod to Halloween - take a picture of it - and find the same tiny book in Craft Foundry's window! Contest starts on Monday, 10/31, you can bring your findings during shop hours, Thursday-Sunday 1pm to 7pm. Also stop by for some refreshments and latest work by Craft Foundry First Friday, November 4th, 6-9pm The window at 314 East Girard Avenue
New Flavor at Craft Foundry!! Earl Grey Lavender, Organic Fair Trade Black Tea The floral aroma of lavender is perhaps the perfect complement to the sweet citrus and full-bodied flavor of Earl Grey. The contemporary version of this classic blend was developed in French tea salons and has pleased the palate and raised the eyebrows of more than a few Earl Grey purists. Earl Grey Lavender is handcrafted in small batches and infused with pure essential oils of real fruit and flowers.
Check out new necklaces made with tiny leather bound books, stamped with an angel- with little feathers to go with them!
To celebrate fall- Craft Foundry is discounting a Surprise item 25% off weekly Thursday-Sunday. Visit Craft Foundry weekly to see what is on sale! Valid for in store purchases only.
October 15-16 is time for Open Studio Tours! Craft Foundry will be transformed into a workshop for two days and you can view the materials, supplies and inspirations used to make the jewelry, journals, papers and cards. Celebrate jewelry and books both large and small! Wine and snacks will be served. October 15-16, 12-6pm If you get a booklet for the event, they placed Craft Foundry at Montgomery and Thompson Street on the map. Please follow Montgomery 1 block to Belgrade and make a right, walk till you reach Berks. For more information about the tour and to visit other studios: http://www.philaopenstudios.com/ Hope to see You!
You are invited to join in for First Friday Fun at Craft Foundry, and get crafty making your own seasonal card. No previous card making experience is necessary. Paper and other supplies will be provided. To set the mood, DJ Chuck D will serenading you! You can warm up by sipping mulled cider and snacking on delicious cupcakes from Whipped Bakeshop (across the street). Check out all the latest in artisan jewelry made by Minna, just received fresh batches of soy candles and organic tea. Pictured here is White Tea with Wild Roses, yummm. Here is a recipe for cookies with this tea infused: http://www.rishi-tea.com/Recipe-WildRoseSugarCookie.php WHEN: October 7, 2011 6pm to 9pm Craft Foundry 701 Belgrade Street Philadelphia, PA 19125
Come on out to River City Festival on October 1, 2011! Celebrate the Waterfront! Come check latest works by Craft Foundry, and a brand new batch of soy candles. "With great pride and anticipation, we are pleased to announce the Fourth Annual RiverCity Festival presented by the Fishtown Neighbors Association on Saturday October 1st, 2011 at historic Penn Treaty Park. The RiverCity Festival reinforces friendships in our community, promotes exciting local businesses, and showcases everything that makes Fishtown stand out as a neighborhood with tremendous history and vibrancy. We also invite you and your employees to email, friend and tweet the RiverCity Festival, so all of our friends and family know that fun is to be had in Fishtown at the RiverCity Festival. The festival kicks off at noon with live music, vendors and activities and continues through the afternoon until 5pm. Check back often for the music lineup, and updates on activities for the whole family!" 12pm Gina Ferrera 1:15pm West Philadelphia Orchestra 2:15pm Lenni Lenapi Native American Presentation 3pm Duffy Stringband 4pm The York Street Hustle . http://www.rivercityfestival.org/info.html
PLEASE NOTE: Craft Foundry will be open 12 noon to 3pm on Saturday the 24th, as we are off to a wedding in the evening. Fear not, we will be back on Sunday to introduce you to a new line of Rishi Tea, including these: NEW- White Tea with Rose-A blend of jasmine and wild rose scented white teas infused with rejuvenating peppermint and calming lavender. It’s floral with a fresh minty finish. NEW-Ginger Lime Rooibos-The dry and pleasantly flavored West Indian Lime variety gives our Organic Ginger Lime Rooibos a unique and zesty citrus flavor with notes of ginger and rare spices. The brilliant turmeric yellow and orange infusion glows in the cup and has wonderfully refreshing notes of tropical fruits and spices. NEW-Mahgreb Mint- Organic Fair Trade Green Tea Maghreb Mint is one of our first mint blends and it remains one of our most popular. It is exotic with a full-bodied sweetness, bold mint flavor and zesty notes of cardamom, ginger and spices. Maghreb Mint can be infused like tea or boiled North African style with sugar, water and/or prepared with milk like Masala Chai. NEW- Chocolate Mate Chai-Velvety, mellow and deep, this chai is an enticing blend of energizing pu-erh tea, shade-grown yerba maté and cacao. Made even more inviting by creamy vanilla, nutty coconut and fruity, pungent and uplifting Ayurvedic long pepper, this is a most sophisticated take on hot cocoa. NEW- Turmeric Ginger-Sweet licorice root and zesty orange peel lend depth and structure to this remarkably intriguing, yet balanced herbal tea. We will continue to carry the much loved White Tea with Peach Blossoms, and Earl Grey Supreme.
Craft Foundry is happy to have a new batch of jewelry from Samantha Long's Hipster Designs as well as Volta Soaps. The pieces are made with upcycled Scrabble game squares, sometimes delicate, sometimes quirky... really fun! Check the Necklaces section for more! This soap is decribed by it's maker: " A beautiful bar with a deep, earthy, well-rounded fragrance. This is not your typical, overbearing patchouli soap. All-natural patchouli essential oil has a clean finish unlike its synthetic counterparts".
Come on out to Fishtown First Friday Craft Bazaar! Among several artisans Craft Foundry will have a display set up of latest works. September 2, 2011 NKCDC Garden Center Berks and Montgomery Sts. 6-9 pm More info on First Friday: http://frankfordavearts.org/?p=1031
It seems inevitable that Hurricane Irene is going to be coming our way, and therefore we will have to play by ear as to when might be reasonable to close. We will be open at 1pm, and follow the weather closely. If conditions become severe we will sadly have to close. Please call first if you are headed out: 267-977-8499. The same applies to Sunday. Please be careful out there!
New Items have been added to the web site, check out Vertical Gardening and both the Earrings and Necklaces sections! A Walk in the Woods Necklace Celebration Earrings
Frankford Avenue will be hopping again on this First Friday, August 5, 2011. The New Kensington CDC Garden Center will host Craft Foundry for a Craft Bazaar with about 15 artists, music, tarot cards readings and wheat pasting workshop. Click here for more information: http://frankfordavearts.org/?p=1009#FFCB The dog days of summer are here, and I hope you are doing well! It has been sizzling hot, and the upcoming 2nd Street Festival looks like a good bet for a fun day outside. Joining forces with the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the Festival has a great line up of music, children's activities, variety of food vendors, beer tents and of course, great art and craft vendors! Craft Foundry will have a booth at the Festival, come check us out! The booth will be on 2nd Street between George and Wildey Streets. July 31, from 12 noon till 10pm. 2nd Street in Northern Liberties between Germantown and Fairmount Avenues. Link for more information: www.2ndstreetfestival.org
Stop by next week as I taste test new Iced Teas from Rishi! Put in your vote for what I should order... stop by July 21-24 for a cup of complimentary cool down!
Sign up to make your own! Soft Rosy paper with lots of layers Blue Soft Cloudlike texture Depth created by layers of paint Close up of very layered green "arrow" paper Intense red painterly paper
Summer is here! The Fourth of July weekend is upon us and the weather is great! For those of you who are not going to the "shore" and are staying put, do come out to enjoy a beautiful night out in Fishtown. Friday, July 1, 2011 6pm to 9pm There is plenty to do..check out my vertical garden outside, learn how they work and enjoy snacks and wine while perusing latest works from Volta Organics Skin Care and my studio shop. Also available are little cotton shirts and dresses perfect for the summer. Hope to see you! More info on First Friday in Fishtown: http://www.frankfordavearts.org./
A fresh batch of Volta Organics Soaps, Sugar Scrubs and Dusting Powders are here...come check them out! Calming Lavender, Fresh Vetiver and Peppermint, Cocoa and Milk for sensitive skin. Nerolina and Rose Geranium soap made with French pink clay. Refreshing Lavender and Lemongrass soap for face and shampoo! Lavender sugar scrubs gently exfoliate and refresh skin -particularly nice in the heat of summer.
Join the fun at the Kimmel Center Summer Solstice Event! Craft Foundry will be there from 12-6pm, tier 1. "Kick off the summer in style at the Kimmel Center's annual Summer Solstice extravaganza! This year we're mixing things up. The celebration launches at noon with a giant drum circle, followed by an afternoon of kid-friendly activities, classical, jazz and dance performances. When the sun sets, the party heats up with indie bands, singer-songwriters, club dancing, and even a drag show—an audience favorite every year! Stay tuned for updates on artists and programming." http://www.kimmelcenter.org/events/summer-solstice11.php
Craft Foundry will be at AFTCP numero 12 --on Sunday only!!! The booth number will be 37. Check out: http://inliquid.org/features/aftcp12/new/
Come in to Craft Foundry for a free cup of a thirst quencher during this heat wave June 9 and 10! Peach Rooibos, Organic Fair Trade Iced Tea Peach Rooibos is a caffeine-free blend of rich rooibos with the naturally succulent and refreshing flavors of juicy peaches, sweet oranges and tart hibiscus. Ingredients: Organic hibiscus, Organic Fair Trade Certified™ rooibos, Organic licorice root, natural essential oils of peach, orange and tangerine. 5 all-natural quart pouches. NET WT 1.75oz (50g)-Each pouch makes 32 ounces of iced tea. *In our efforts to minimize our environmental impact we used a paper manufactured with 100% renewable wind energy and 50% post consumer waste that is elemental chlorine free, acid free and 100% recyclable.
Join us for a First Friday Craft Bazaar and Concert Friday June 3rd!!
Now available at Craft Foundry! "From a small framed arrangement to an entire facade, there is no limit to what you can create with the BrightGreen Living Wall Kit. Measuring 10x22 inches, our planting cells can be hung separately or in groups, forming one seemless vertical landscape. Graphically arrange your plants by shape or color into an ever evolving one of a kind work of art, certain to be the talk of the neighborhood."
Due to unforeseen circumstances Craft Foundry will not have a booth at the Trenton Avenue Arts Festival this May 21, 2011. Instead, Minna will join the fun as a civilian, and hand out some coupons - so look for Minna! Craft Foundry will be open 2:30pm till 7pm. Check out new work! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Trenton-Avenue-Arts-Festival/128201053913922
New Work has been added to the web site! Check them out at Earrings, Necklaces, Journals and Albums.
May is here and despite the chilly weather spring really is happening! Craft Foundry is taking a little road trip three blocks away to the NKCDC Garden Center to vend along with other artists- conveniently located along the Frankford Avenue corridor where many other events are taking place. Look for us there 6pm to 9pm, May 6th! This is a GREAT opportunity to find a special gift for Mother's Day, May 8th...
3rd Annual Fishtown Shad Fest is upon us and I hope you will come out with your friends for a day of fun! There is a great line up and lots of interesting crafters, food and kids activities. Along with a shad cookery, lots of environmental groups will be on hand to enlighten us about the river and its environs. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fishtown-Shad-Fest/130484343685205 Craft Foundry will have a booth #26 so come by and say hi! The shop at Berks and Belgrade will be closed for the duration.
On April 15th from 5 – 9 pm, art galleries across Philadelphia will keep their doors open late for Gallery Night. Spend the evening strolling around our beautiful city while enjoying all of the wonderful art galleries that it has to offer. This is your chance to explore and learn more about the art gallery scene in a fun and relaxed atmosphere at no charge! All of the galleries will host special exhibits and provide complimentary light fare. A special invited guest at Craft Foundry is Anne Foresman. Her beautiful delicate hand dyed and painted scarves are perfect for spring! Produced by Center City District and Phillyfunguide as part of Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, April 11-May 1, 2011. Download your Gallery Night Map and explore the city! http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.phillyfunguide.com%2Fevent%2Fdetail%2F440818147%2FGallery_Night&h=13774
We at Craft Foundry are happy to have Guest Trish Siembora show her many nature and Fishtown inspired garments for adults and children Friday, April 1, 2011, 6-9pm. Here is a link to her facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Caterpillar-Fur-Tee-Shirts/134428985284?sk=wall Come out and join us to also see Minna's fresh batch of spring jewelry, with delicate flowers and pearls. Wine and snacks served. Thank you to everyone who came out to February First Friday and made it a lovely evening! We still have some soap samples to give away from Volta Organics, so stop by. Our new hours are 1pm to 7pm Thursday to Sunday. We are hoping this will help those who get off work at 5pm and have a hard time getting here by 6pm. Also, check out this very nice editorial on Craft Foundry: http://frankfordavearts.org/?p=884#more-884
Craft Foundry will be closed briefly to re-arrange and travel to get new ideas for spring. We will re-open March 4th, for First Friday with guest Lisa Volta of Volta Organics. She will be on hand to expand your knowledge of organic skin care and you will be able to smell and learn about select ingredients. As always, there will new work by Minna as well as whatever items she may pick up from her travels. See you here from 6pm to 9pm. Wine and snacks served.
Craft Foundry just received a nice batch of colorful spring scarves which are hand dyed cotton. Stop by and check them out! The scarves are a great way to update your wardrobe, without investing in a total overhaul.
Craft Foundry featured on uwishunu.com: http://www.uwishunu.com/2011/02/craft-foundry-to-host-a-valentine-making-workshop-this-sunday-february-6/
Craft Foundry will celebrate First Friday by show casing latest work from Minna's studio, as well as invited guest Lisa of Volta Organics. Get a head start on your Valentine's Day gift Shopping! Stop by to see her full line of organic skin care as well as sip on some wine. February 4, 6-9pm. Below some new work by Minna..
Craft Foundry is having a SALE on select items from January 20-23, so come check out the selections as they will change daily! Right now select jewelry is 10-30% off and Rishi's teas' sales will change daily. In store sale only, but if you come visit you can taste one of the many teas available.
Happy New Year! I hope you are now well rested and ready to take a walk around Fishtown for First Friday, January 7th, from 6-9pm. Craft Foundry will be featuring new work from Minna Aaparyti, a fresh batch of Nerolina+Rose Geranium Soap and new Basil Mint Sugar Scrubs. Complimentary wine and Rishi tea will be served along with mini cupcakes from Whipped Bakery and other snacks. It will most likely be snowing so dress accordingly and come in to warm up. For more info: www.frankfordavearts.org
Happy Holidays to Everyone! Craft Foundry thanks You for Your Support this year, and is looking forward to another great year! The hours are 12-6 pm December 30th and 31st, and then resume after New Years on January 6th. Classes will resume on January 4th, with Basic Bookbinding.
New Item! Bath salts perfect for the season! All-Natural Lavender essential oil from Oregon in Dead Sea and Mediterranean Sea Salts with organic calendula petals. ingredients: dead sea salt, mediterranean sea salt, organic calendula petals, all-natural, therapeutic grade essential oil of lavender.
Fair Trade Teas arriving on December 10th! "Rishi Tea offers award-winning, Organic and Fair Trade Certified loose leaf teas, fresh each season and direct from tea gardens around the world. Rishi Tea was founded on the commitment to set the standard for quality and expand the awareness of tea and its rich, inspirational tradition." Among them: White Tea in Peach Blossom: White teas hand blended with the natural essences of succulent peaches and tangerines. The flavor of sweet peaches is well balanced with accents of fresh citrus and white tea character. Water: 185°F / Leaves: 1 tablespoon per 8 ounces / Infusion Time: 5–6 minutes / Ingredients: Organic white tea, natural peach flavor, Organic osthmanthus flowers, natural essential oils of orange and tangerine, Organic jasmine flowers. / Origin: Rishi Blend. Rooibos is a nutritious herb with bountiful health benefits. Prepared like tea, it’s an all natural, caffeine-free source of powerful antioxidants that strengthens the body’s natural immunity against ageing and disease. Rooibos contains Vitamin C and E as well iron, zinc, potassium and calcium. Rooibos has an adaptogenic and anti-spasmatic effect which promotes restful sleep and relaxation. Unlike other teas, Rooibos is devoid of bitterness and naturally sweet without sugar.
"Celebrate First Friday, as an alternative to Old City’s, at Fishtown and Kensington’s 2010 Neighborhood Holiday Walk this Friday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The New Kensington Community Development Corporation has partnered with the Fishtown Area Business Association to provide an evening of holiday revelry, complete with live music, food and drink, and shopping discounts at over 20 participating shops, galleries and art studios. The event encourages holiday shoppers to keep it local, with a vibrant range of retailers spanning Frankford and Girard Avenues all open late for the evening". Link here: http://www.uwishunu.com/2010/12/fishtown-and-kensingtons-second-annual-holiday-walk-takes-place-this-friday-december-3-with-live-music-refreshments-bargains-and-more/
Craft Foundry got a mention in the City Paper Arts and Entertainment Section for the Holiday Walk coming up: http://citypaper.net/blogs/criticalmass/2010/11/30/just-do-it-holiday-walk-2010/ Please join us! We will have a limited amount of organic soap samples to give away- as well, will be serving mulled wine, snacks and mini cupcakes fromWhipped BakeShop. December 3, 6pm to 9pm
Frankford Avenue Arts blog is helping you with local holiday shopping ideas online, Craft Foundry being one of the places mentioned: http://frankfordavearts.org/?p=722
Organic Skin Care has arrived at Craft Foundry! A selection of soaps, shea body butters and lip balms are here for your winter skin care. In the category of soap, there is: -Lavender -Vetiver Peppermint, -Vanilla Black Pepper, -Gardener, -Chef, -Ylan Ylang Sweet Orange -Nomad In the category of Whipped Shea Butter: -Lavender, -Lemon Geranium, -Vanilla Black Pepper -Rosemary Cedarwood In the category of lip balms, there is: Vanilla, -Spearmint, -Rosemary -Rose Geranium Come check them out!
Coming to Craft Foundry on November 16th! A selection of new organic soaps from Volta Soap, locally made. This image is of "Gardener Soap": A great soap for gardeners. Lemon eucalyptus, cedarwood, and rose geranium essential oils not only smell great but keep the bugs at bay. Poppy seeds help rub the dirt away and super moisturizing shea butter keeps your skin soft. There will also be shea butter, and lip balms. No Animal Products Approximately 3.5oz
November 5th is First Friday in Fishtown and Craft Foundry will participate by being open from 6pm to 9pm. Come by and visit, check out new samples of locally made Volta Soap, and sip some wine. For more info: www.frankfordavearts.org
Craft Foundry's latest production has been added to the Earrings and Necklaces pages. Take a look!
Craft Foundry is now open on Saturdays from 12pm to 6pm. Do come and visit, and check out what Minna's production in the studio has yielded! Also- click here to read an interview by Julie Davis from Phillyist that just came out October 21: http://phillyist.com/2010/10/21/artist_minna_aaparyti.php
POST is this weekend! I hope you will come out and enjoy the fall weather and walk around to see all the art studios that are open. My studio will be open 12-6pm on October 9th and 10th so come and check out my latest work as well as the new eco-friendly candles I carry. Wine and snacks will be served. Here is a link to an interview about the event: http://frankfordavearts.org/?p=608
Deconstructed Tools
A busy week again-I am part of a show in North Bowl as well as open during POST Open Studio Tours this weekend. Info about the first show:"In collaboration with North Bowl Lounge ‘n Lanes and two.one.five magazine, Fishtank PHL presents: Deconstructed Tools. Deconstructed tools is a multidisciplinary exhibition choosing individuals to focus on the tool they value most in their craft —a painter’s brush, a carpenter’s hammer, a photographer’s eye. Individuals will conceptually deconstruct their tool and further focus in on a single aspect that defines its essence. In turn, the design process and related tool will transform into the design itself". Free, and open to the public, opening reception October 7, 7-9pm. The show is up for a week and the closing reception is October 15, so come and see it! 909 North Second street, Mezzanine level.
October 1st and 2nd are going to be very busy for Craft Foundry! Come join Craft Foundry and Guest artist Trish Siembora for First Friday in Fishtown. Featured will be latest creations by Minna as well as Trish's great silk screened t-shirts. In addition there will eco-friendly soy wax candles by Melo Studios, fair trade tea, wine and snacks. October 1, 6pm to 9pm The next day you will find Minna at the ‎3rd Annual RiverCity Festival at Penn Treaty Park, Saturday, from 12 noon to 5pm. Beginning with the RiverCity 5K Run, the festival will feature fun, food and entertainment. An eclectic mix of bands will play, while organizations and institutions will have presentations in an educational area. Local artists and businesses will be there to introduce their products and services. Children will have games, face painting, contests and activities to keep them busy. There will also be a Native American presentation from the Leni Lenape tribe.
Come join the fun at Girard Avenue Festival! Minna of Craft Foundry will be there selling her latest works! Girard Fest 2010 will bring together surrounding neighborhoods and cultural groups to celebrate the diversity and revitalization of Girard Ave! This September's inaugural event hosts eclectic multi-genre music booked by Philly F/M Fest and The Fire, numerous artists and crafters, the city's best food vendors, family fun, and more! The action takes place on Girard (between Front and 4th Streets), at Crane Arts, and Lehigh Ave., Saturday September 25th, beginning at 11am and ending at 7pm. The festival's host, Girard Business and Arts Association (GBAA), is a new non-profit comprised of folks interested in making Girard Ave. a great place for people and business. For more information on becoming involved with the festival or GBAA activities email info@girardfest.com
Craft Foundry is offering a workshop in Precious Metal Clay, essentially 99% pure silver. You can make your own jewelry, learn basic techniques for only $80 plus cost of PMC. Sign up today!
There are great new items coming Craft Foundry soon. By September 3, we will have Fair Trade Teas by Rishi, so stop by and sample them. By September's First Friday we will have Soy Candles available as well, I can hardly wait! The scents are: Lemon Verbena, Lavender, Orange Spice and Sandalwood. They are made locally, eco-friendly, hand poured, made with soy wax and essential oils. The reception is from 6pm to 9pm, at 701 Belgrade Street. Come sip some wine, and try your hand at making paste papers.
You are invited to visit Craft Foundry aka Minna's studio during Fishtown's First Friday, August 6th, 6pm to 9pm! Craft Foundry will feature works by Minna Aaparyti in the world of bookbinding and one-of-a-kind jewelry as well as the possibility to try your hand at decorative paste papers and sign up for a mini workshop..come and sip some wine, tasty snacks and cupcakes from Whipped Bakeshop (voted Best Cupcake by Philadelphia Magazine). There are plenty of things going on and places to visit, - so make it a night in Fishtown! www.frankfordavenuearts.org for more...
2nd Street Festival is coming up soon! It will be on August 1, 2010, from 12 noon to 9pm. Minna will have her latest works from the Craft Foundry on display. The 2nd Street Festival will take place on Sunday August 1st on the main drag of 2nd Street in Northern Liberties, between Girard Avenue and Spring Garden Street, and Liberties Walk. The festival will be free to attend and will feature 3 stages of live music, local vendors, and children’s activities. Businesses located on 2nd street will have attractions such as children’s activities near Rita’s Water Ice, skate activities, carnival games in the North Bowl Parking lot and the Standard Tap beer garden, and more to be announced soon! Live music will include performances from... Black Landlord Chuck Treece Gildon Works The Rebel Yell Adam Arcuragi Peasant The Homophones Taggart Dennis Wolffang Ian St. Laurent and more acts and DJs to be announced soon! Artisans who are set up to sell may leave at 8pm if they wish. There is still room to be a vendor. Go to www.nolibs.com for information about signing up.
Join us for the 2nd Annual Shad Fest! It is April 24, 2010, from 11am to 6pm, at Penn Treaty Park. If you would like to an artist vendor, contact Minna at AaparytiStudios@yahoo.com and download the application from www.fishtownShadFest.org. PURPOSE: To celebrate the historical and environmental significance of Fishtown, one of Philadelphia’s oldest riverfront neighborhoods, and energize the next generation to become involved in the future of the riverfront. Last year over 3000 people came to the ShadFest and enjoyed numerous activities including: · The Shad Run - a 5K race benefiting the Park organized by the Fishtown Beer Runners · Live Local Music · Educational Kiosks - sponsored by area environmental groups · Maritime displays and Kayaking open to the public · Local Arts & Crafts vendors · Food Booths – featuring shad fish, festival-themed foods and local specialties · Trolley Tours with Historian Ken Milano · Valet Bike Parking by Neighborhood Bike Works
Minna has joined forces with Independence Arts Collective in Fishtown Airways to have a co-op with both wall art as well as crafts. The co-op started in September and has morphed into a very interesting collection of fine artists and crafters. We will have a special Black Friday sale November 27, with several artists' items on sale. Minna's work will be 10% off on Friday. The Co-op is located at 200 East Girard Avenue, at the corner of Shackmaxon Street. Other happenings around town: Minna will be showing work at Victor Perez's shop on 306 East Girard Avenue on November 28-29. The theme of the show is "Upcycled", and indeed the items shown will be in that category. The materials used are items found already existing in the studio and minimizing the environmental impact of buying new supplies. Along with Minna, Victor Perez and Jason Podlaski will showcase their upcycled skateboards, and Terry reilly will show paintings ans painted glass bowls. 11/28 11am to 10pm, 11/29 12pm to 5pm. Minna will once more be selling hand crafted holiday items at "A Very Kensington Christmas" show at Greensgrow Farms. She will be there with about 15 other artists on December 20, from 1pm to 6pm. A wide variety of quality crafts will be available as well as Christmas wreaths, trees and libations. The farm is a wonderful, relaxing place on 2501 East Cumberland Street.
Minna will be in Haddonfield New Jersey on Friday August 7th, 2009, as part of celebrating First Friday. The event will be from 5pm to 8pm. Look for more details coming up soon!
Minna will be selling her latest work at the Kimmel Center's Summer Solstice Celebration on June 20, from 3pm till sundown. The location is outside the Kimmel, at 1400 block of Spruce Street. the festivities will continue in thr Kimmel till the morning! Come join us!
InLiquid's Art for the Cash Poor number 10 is right around the corner! Please join Minna and hundreds of other fine artists who will be selling their work for less than $199. The show will be at the fabulous Crane Arts Building at 1400 North American Street, June 14, 2009, from 1pm to 6pm. The will be live music, food, drink and raffles. for directios and details go to www.inliquid.com or call 215-235-3405.
Trenton Ave Arts Fest Saturday,May 16th, 2009 Trenton Ave at Dauphin St Philadelphia, PA Minna will be showing her latest work at this festival, along with many other talented crafters and artists. There will be local food and music, beer and-- of course a Spring design competition and parade celebrating human powered transit and art in Kensington! At the Trenton Ave Arts Fest! We are a super fun day each May and we want people all over to make teams and create incredible themed sculptures to ride through an urban obstacle course ending at the Trenton Ave Arts Festival through a mudpit finish line. Check out our website www.kinetickensington.org It will be fun, join us!
Minna is on the planning committee for an upcoming Festival titled Fishtown Shad Festival in the spring 2009. We are planning the festival to be held at Penn Treaty Park, on Saturday, April 25, 2009, from 11am to 5pm. The festival will commence with a 5K Shad Run and will continue with a full day of programming including a river regatta, live music from local bands, food prepared by area chefs, fine art and craft sales, and educational kiosks devoted to river history and ecology. If you would be interested in being one of our arts and crafts vendors, please contact Minna for an application.
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