Tag Archives: Local Designers

Got Craft Spring Market May 4 & 5, 2024 At The Maritime Labour Centre

24 Apr

Got Craft returns to the Maritime Labour Centre in East Vancouver for their Spring Market. The event will take place on Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th at 1880 Triumph Street from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Their Spring Market will feature over 80 makers, designers and creative entrepreneurs.  You can expect to find a variety of goods including clothing, jewellery, art, homewares, greeting cards, ceramics and much more.  There will also be a selection of food trucks on hand including NaMi Vietnamese, Melt City Grilled Cheese and Planted Love.   For those early birds, the first 50 people through the door each day will receive one of their legendary swag bags.  Tickets for the event are $5 and available online, kids 12 and under are free. This is a perfect weekend to pick up something special just in time for Mother’s Day.

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First Pick Handmade At The Heritage Hall March 31st

28 Mar

If you are looking for things to do this long weekend, we invite you to check out First Pick Handmade at the Heritage Hall this Sunday. This amazing market will host 33 local designers that create a variety of handmade items from fashion to skin care to cosmetics. Some of the designers on hand include Jessica Redditt Design, Irit Sorokin, Bukoro Bag Co., What’s Her Face, After Times Art, Asiri Cosmetics, Mossy Mind Herbs to name a few. Whether you are looking for something for your home, for yourself, or a gift, there will be lots to choose from. Be sure to stop by and check out all the amazing talent. First Pick Handmade happens Sunday, March 31st from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Admission is $3.00 at the door.

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Nifty For Fifty At The Heritage Hall Sunday April 14th

1 Apr

NiftyFor502019One of our favourite sales is back Sunday, April 14th at the Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street.  If you are unfamiliar with this sale, Nifty for Fifty was founded by Adhesif Clothing designer, Melissa Ferreira, in 2007 with 12 designers. It has now grown to over 30 sellers with over 3,000 shoppers attending the one day sale. The event is a way for local designers to show gratitude to their customers by clearing out local merchandise all of which is $50 or less.  At this year’s sale, you can expect to find clothing, jewelry, sketchbooks, pottery, bags, scarves and much more by some great local designers. Some of the designers on hand include Adhesif Clothing, Dig It Vintage, Daub & Design, Amara Blue Jewelry, Sarah Mulder Jewellery, Dahlia Drive, Lana Betty, Ebb and Flo Designs,  Devi Arts Collective and many more.  A number of items available on this day will be up to 80% off. So mark your calendar for this shopping event, but just a reminder this is a mainly cash event. For those that want the best selection or first dibs at some of the great deals, we recommend you get their early. We also hear Mixers & Elixirs will be on hand serving non-alcoholic beverages from homemade seasonal shrubs.  The sale starts at 11:00 a.m. and goes to 6:00 p.m. Admission is $2 at the door.

 

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Nifty For Fifty At Heritage Hall Sunday April 15th

2 Apr

NiftyFor50One of the best sales in the City is back on Sunday, April 15th at the Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street.  Nifty for Fifty was founded by Adhesif Clothing designer, Melissa Ferreira, in 2007 with 12 designers. It has now grown to 30 sellers with over 3,000 shoppers attending the one day sale. If you are not familiar with Nifty For Fifty, the sale is a way for designers to show gratitude to their customers by clearing out local merchandise all of which is $50 or less. You can expect to find clothing, jewelry, sketchbooks, pottery, bags, scarves and much more by some great local designers. Some of the designers on hand include Adhesif Clothing, Dahlia Drive, Daub & Design, Cord & Stone, Devi Arts Collective and many more.  A number of items available on this day will be up to 80% off. So mark your calendar for this shopping event, but just a reminder this is a mainly cash event. For those that want the best selection or first dibs at some of the great deals, we recommend you get their early. The sale starts at 11:00 a.m. and goes to 7:00 p.m. Admission is $2 at the door.

 

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The 10th Annual Nifty For Fifty Sale At The Heritage Hall April 9th

13 Mar

Nifty502017One of the best sales in the City is back on Sunday, April 9th at the Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street.  Nifty for Fifty was founded by Adhesif Clothing designer, Melissa Ferreira, in 2007 with 12 designers. It has now grown to 30 sellers with over 3,000 shoppers attending the one day sale. This year is their 10th anniversary and we expect it will be one of the best sales yet. If you are not familiar with Nifty For Fifty, the sale is a way for designers to show gratitude to their customers by clearing out local merchandise all of which is $50 or less. You can expect to find clothing, jewelry, bags, scarves and much more by 30 local designers. Some local returning designers that will be on hand include Adhesif Clothing, Allison Wonderland, and Daub & Design. There are a host of new participants this year including Black Bird Studios with nature inspired ceramics, Lana Betty with gold and silver 3D printed jewellery, Scandinazn with handmade repurposed leather goods, Wallis-Evera with modern hemp business wear and Winterluxe with recycled cashmere.    A number of items available on this day will be up to 80% off. So mark your calendar for this shopping event, but just a reminder this is a mainly cash event. For those that want the best selection or first dibs at some of the great deals, we recommend you get their early. The sale starts at 11:00 a.m. and goes to 8:00 p.m. Admission is $2 at the door.

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Skout Agency Sale Parker Building April 3rd – 5th

1 Apr
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Some local designers are having a sale this week at the Skout Agency, #130 – 1355 Parking Street.  Expect to find some amazing deals on a range of unqiue clothing items for men and women, shoes and accessories. Designers participating in this sale include Colcci, Chaser, Bedstu Footwear, Louie Et Lucie, Lucca Couture, Pink Stitch, Covet and Thursday Island.  Sale runs Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 5th from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.  This is a cash only event, but there is an ATM on site.  

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Nifty For Fifty Sale Heritage Hall Sunday April 6th

31 Mar

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One of the best sales in the City is back on Sunday, April 6th at the Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street.  Nifty for Fifty was founded by Adhesif Clothing designer, Melissa Ferreira, seven years ago. The sale is a way for designers to show gratitude to their customers by clearing out local merchandise all of which is $50 or less.  Melissa says “Our loyal shoppers know that this is the only sale where you can get three outfits for the price of one.” You can expect to find clothing, jewelry, bags, scarves and much more by 30 local designers. Some local designers that will be on hand include Adhesif Clothing, Allison Wonderland, Bronsino, Bueno Style, Daub & Design, Elroy Apparel, Flightpath, Floating Gold Iceberg, Irit Sorokin Designs, Kdon, Shop Cocoon and Toodlebunny. This year, they have added handmade children’s clothes by Green Ladybug Designs.  A number of items available will be up to 80% off. So mark your calendar for this shopping event, but do remember to bring cash, as this is a mainly cash event. And do come early to beat out the crowds and get the best selection.  The sale starts at 11:00 a.m. and goes to 8:00 p.m. Admission is $1 at the door.

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The Parker Building Black Friday Sample Sale November 28th – 30th

26 Nov

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10 agencies, 1 building, up to 90% off.  Who needs to shop in the USA when you have great deals right here at home. Starting this Thursday, ten agencies at 1355 Parker Street will be holding The Parking Building Black Friday Sample Sale.  You will find women’s, men’s and children’s fashions, footwear, jewellery, accessories and  more.  Some of the designers participating in the sale include: BB Dakota, Seychelles Footwear, Harriet Grey Jewelry, Chandi Scarves, Mimi & Marge Bags, Report Collection, Rebecca Minkoff handbags, Black Orchid, Roxanne Nikki, Bandolera, Makers Denim, Mochi Gaga,  Sweet Chemise Princess, Privee Dresses and many more.  The Black Friday Sale runs November 28th & 29th from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, November 30th from Noon – 4:00 p.m.  Happy shopping! 

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6th Annual Nifty for Fifty Sale Sunday, April 14th

5 Apr

6thAnnualNiftyForFiftySale If you are passionate about supporting local designers, then this is the place to be next weekend.  The 6th Annual Nifty for Fifty Sale takes place on Sunday, April 14th at the Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street.  This blowout sale features over 30 Vancouver designers including Adhesif Clothing, Daub & Design and MeiKu Designs.  It is way for local designers to give back to their loyal customers, as all items are priced $50 or less. You will find clothing, shoes, hats and women’s accessories as well as a few vintage items.  The sale runs from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Admission is $1.00 at the door.  As many of the vendors are cash only, you may wish to make a stop at the ATM first so you don’t miss out on that great find. There will be many, here is a sample of a few of them.

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