I’ve been writing my entire adult career, but I’ve always had a crafty side. So this summer I decided to try something different as a craft vendor at the Thursday Night Art Market YXE.
Why do I craft?
Apart from running craft workshops since the start of 2017 at locations across Saskatoon, I’ve never actually sold my crafts to people. But I’ve been ‘making’ since I was small and have enjoyed giving handmade items to my close family and friends. Crocheted scarves, preserves, beer nuts, handmade cards, custom photo coasters – you name it, I’ve dabbled in it! My items usually get a big happy reaction too, so I am just as excited to give them as my friends are to get them.
In fact, one winter I got together with a group of friends called the “Crafty Bitches” to make a variety of goods to give for Christmas in bulk. It was the most fun to get together, make stuff, and then share the awesome results when people opened their gifts that year.
I don’t think of myself as an artist, but I am creative.
Artists have always inspired me, but I’ve never really felt like one. Back in high school, I applied to art school and got wait-listed. I decided to take my talents to the media world instead and developed a 10 year career in advertising copywriting. Do Sask is about trying new things and getting involved in the community.
The Thursday Night Art Market caught my eye because it’s a place where people can go to support local artists every Thursday in the summer months in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Each event hosts local vendors selling diverse goods from handmade craftsmen items to artisan eats & more! You’ll also find food trucks, bands, dancers, outdoor seating, and other things.
What’s at my Thursday Night Art Market YXE booth?
The chance to build a terrarium on your own time with less hassle. No need to wait for another Do Sask workshop – grab one to go for rainy-day fun at the lake or a night in with friends. To-Go Terrarium Kits give you all the pieces you need to make a glass terrarium at home.
Includes:
- Detailed Instructions
- High-Quality Glass Vessel in bubble or wine goblet
- Locally-Grown Succulent & Moss
- Coloured Rocks/Pebbles
- Rocks
- Soil
- Filtration
- Terraring Tools (chopstick and spoon)
Don’t forget to share your finished terrarium with me on Instagram by tagging @Do.Sask and #TeamDoSask. I’d love to see what your green thumbs are capable of creating.
Alongside To-Go Terrarium Kits, you’ll find my handmade gifts including Alcohol Ink Ceramic Coasters, String Art, and Pre-Made Terrariums. I can also make custom pieces if you’re interested in a personalized gift for someone special – perhaps your new summer fling!
If you’re single, register in advance for an upcoming speed dating night at the Thursday Night Art Market YXE and save the Eventbrite fees.
New doers can WIN stuff!
If you like Do Sask, encourage your friends and family to come down to the Thursday Night Art Market and sign up to become a Doer. When they opt-in to the newsletter they will have a chance to Win a To-Go Terrarium Kit package for 3 – a $90 value!*
Two draws will be made on July 27th and September 7th, 2017.
*To qualify, winners must be new Doers (you can always ask them nicely to share the prize).
Hope to see you at #ThursdayNightArtMarketYXE this summer, Doers!
I’ll be set up at Market Square in front of the Saskatoon Farmer’s Market just off Avenue B and 19th street every Thursday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM until September 7th. River Landing is only steps away.
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The Thursday Night Art Market YXE is organized by Erin Pell.
