Category Archives: Crafts

"Stitchers" sew with style at Future Tenant

“Stichers” is a one night event highlighting the creative work of five local sewing artists at Future Tenant gallery. Come investigate the artistic process of Sewing from the vantage point of Vontinka (Jennifer Bailey), Jessica Bailey, Joseph Martin, Suz Pisano, and Generator (Garret Chaney). Enjoy refreshments, music, and a boutique with items for sale by the artists. There will also be sewing machines on site for anyone to try their hand at sewing.

Friday, May 23rd at 6 pm
Future Tenant Gallery, 819 Penn Avenue
www.futuretenant.org

Pittsburgh Future Tenant is a multidisciplinary artspace located in Pittsburgh’s Downtown Cultural District at 819 Penn Avenue (recently relocated from 801 Liberty).  Future Tenant supports the creative expression of emerging artists from the Pittsburgh region and beyond.

I Made It! Fashionable – February 22 – Brew House – Doors: 7 pm

I Made It! Market is teaming up to raise funds for the Brew House Association with a Fashion Show/Dance Performance and Indie Craft/Clothing Market at the Brew House (2100 Mary Street, South Side) on Friday, February 22.

7:30 pm: doors open

8 pm: fashion show… followed by a performance by Jazzercize Troop Radical Pittsburgh

9 pm- midnight: DJ J. Malls of The Big Throwback

Craft demos and I Made It! Market throughout the evening. $5 at the door.

Must be over 21 to drink.

Partners include:
Penn Brewery, Sugar Boutique, Jupe Boutique, Jet Boy Jet Girl, Phillip Pelusi of South Hills Village Mall, DJ J. Malls of The Big Throw Back, Jazzercize Troop Radical Pittsburgh and the Brew House Association.

Visit www.myspace.com/imadeitpgh for more info. or to join the I Made It! mailing list.

I Made It! Fashionable

Knit and Crochet Festival & The Pittsburgh Crochet Cape

All the cool kids are knitting these days. Thank goodness, I have actually been knitting since I was 10 but now all of my friends have asked for knitting lessons. I attended this event last year – if you like visiting one of Pittsburgh’s local knitting shop then you will love this festival. The Pittsburgh Knit & Crochet festival is a ball of fun. 30+ vendors selling all sorts of yarn and supplies. People are spinning yarns and making all sorts of cool stuff.

Fun Fact: Festival Coordinator – Barbara Grossman, wife of former Steeler Randy Grossman

Here are some pictures I took last year – The Pittsburgh Crochet Group created the Pittsburgh Cape – an elaborate cape depicting scenes and icons of Pittsburgh- yes they crocheted a jar of pickles in the right hand picture. This group and many local knitters and crocheters make and donate tons of items to local hospitals and charities.

Pittsburgh Knit and Crochet Festival
Saturday, Feb. 9, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday, Feb. 10, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Crowne Plaza Hotel, Pittsburgh South, 164 Fort Couch Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15241
More Info: 412-963-7030 pghknitandcrochet.com
Admission: 10 in advance – $15 at the door

Valentine's Day Date – These Flowers Never Die

Thanks to the IheartPGH reader who submitted this great Valentine’s Day date.

Stop by the Pittsburgh Glass Center on Thursday, February 14th  to make your own flower out of glass.

(Photo Credit:  Sgt. Pepperedjane)

Valentines Day Flower Making for Couples

Couples can stop in and make a beautiful glass flower for just $25 per flower. A truly unique date and this flower will last forever. This is one of PGC’s Make-It-Now workshops. Make-It-Now workshops are an opportunity to try glass making “on the spot” in 30 minutes or less.

Who: Ages 13 and above
When: Thursday, February 14, from 5 pm to 9 pm
Cost: $25
How to register: Pre-registration is not required, but we suggest that you call ahead because time slots fill up fast. For more details or to register call, 412-365-2145 ext. 201.

I Made It! Mine ::: Feb. 9

Pittsburgh’s only nomadic Indie Craft Market offers Sweet Presents for Valentine’s Day

Join us at the Union Project, 801 N. Negley Ave. in Highland Park from 12 – 5 pm on February 9.

More than 50 local vendors offer unique handmade goodies for you and your sweetheart…. and don’t forget something for mommy.
www.myspace.com/imadeitpgh
www.unionproject.org

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