Nevadaween Nevada Day and Halloween at The Fort

The Friends of the Fort have invited us to display our handmade creations at their Nevadaween celebration.  This is a first for the Guild and we hope that it will be a wonderful experience for the attendees and our members as well.

 

Here's a blurb about the event:

 

Sat, Oct 29, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park

Old Las Vegas Fort State Historic Park, East Washington Avenue, Las Vegas, NV

Nevadaween combines the fun of Halloween and celebrates the Birthday of Nevada! Family fun activities start at 9:00am with Pumpkin painting, and a Children’s Costume Contest for ages up to 12 years old at 10am, Soup Cook-off at 11am, and MORE!

Las Vegas Crafter Guild will be there with handmade items for sale. Las Vegas Metro Trunk-n-Treat, McGruff, Pumpkin Bowling, Haunted House, Raffle Prizes and a Nevada Birthday Cake. 

 Admission is only $1 and children 12 and under are free. The Old Fort is located at 500 E. Washington Ave, Las Vegas. (Next to Cashman Center)

Photos From The Old Fort Craft Show - April 30, 2016

Thank you to the Friends of the Fort for allowing our members to display their handcrafted items at your historic site. 

Here are  photos of some of the beautiful items that were on display and for sale. 



Deco Mesh Wreath by https://www.facebook.com/PriscillasPantryToo/

Boho bag by North Shore Collection - Sold

 

Wreath and Centerpiece by Sew So Crafty - Donna Sawyers

 

Zip Bags by Purses by Linda

https://www.facebook.com/Purses-by-Linda-230490576993156/

Daiper Cake by Sew So Crafty - Donna Sawyers

Wood Spoon Angels by Teri Felts

 

Scented Gel Candles by NVious Candles

https://www.facebook.com/NViousCandles

 

Handmade baskets by High Desert Artisan Baskets

Jeff Murchin

Asian Flowers Festival Marketplace

 

For the second year in a row, members of the Las Vegas Crafters Guild displayed their artisan wares at the Asian Flowers Festival Marketplace at the Sahara West Library.

 

The weekend was filled with cultural events - tea tasting, martial arts demonstrations, Japanese koto playing, Chinese lion dances, painting classes and the craft marketplace.  Lilly's Thai food was available for hungry visitors to purchase.

 

Sahara West Library is the perfect venue for cultural and artisanal events because of it's location, ample parking and easy access.  Their staff have always gone out of their way to provide the outstanding customer service to our members. 

 

We are so thankful for having been invited back for the second year.

 

Here's some pictures of  the works that were displayed and  for sale at this event.

 

 

 

 



Our First Show at The Old Fort State Museum April 30, 2016

We are having our first craft show at the Old Fort Museum at 500 E. Washington this coming Saturday, April 30th. 

 

If you have not visited this museum it should be put on your must see list.  It is located along the cultural corridor on Las Vegas Boulevard near the Neon Museum and the Natural History Museum.

 

 

Here is a link to more information about this beautiful facility:

 

http://parks.nv.gov/parks/old-las-vegas-mormon-fort/

 

The setting is lovely and will provide a perfect backdrop for our artisans.  Besides having our talented artists displaying their creations for sale,  the Friends of the Fort will have strolling musicians, a Boy Scout Troop selling food and drinks, and activities for children.

 

What a great way to spend a Saturday - history, music,  creative arts, nature and food.

 

Bring a friend and visit a hidden gem.

 



The Purple Monkey, A Locally Sourced Gift and Craft Shop In Old Henderson

The Purple Monkey

 

 

Frances Ginty and her partner, Donald Kauffeld are the proud new owners of The Purple Monkey, located on Water Street in the historical district of  downtown Henderson.

The Purple Monkey is a charming gift, clothing, and home décor shop that carries handmade items created by local Nevada artisans. 

Home décor items include original refurbished furniture, original paintings and drawings, repurposed pallet home accessories, decorative wreaths, bottle art and drinkware, mixed media wall art and more.