
The Marketplace will bring together Art, Bead, Jewelry, and Fiber vendors under one roof with tools, supplies, and demonstrations as far as the eye can see, this is a makers paradise. You will also enjoy interactive demonstrations from a variety of professionals, and daily giveaways.
All workshop purchases INCLUDE access to the Marketplace.
Festival Passes are available for purchase for anyone looking to just explore the Marketplace.
Marketplace Hours:
Thursday, October 26:
Friday, October 27:
Saturday, October 28:
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
(Free after 2:00 pm)
Interested in Exhibiting at Mesa?
This will be a can’t-miss event for vendors seeking exposure to the most active and high-end enthusiasts in the art, beading & jewelry, & fiber arts communities.
SPONSORS




You make it, you take it! In the Marketplace on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday we will have painting, bracelet making, and pom-pom making mini classes. Check out the classes and schedule below. Included in price of admission or a $5 donation to the designated charity. Show up at the time below. Each Make & Take is limited to 10 people and available on a first come, first serve basis.
GET STARTED BEADING
Katie Hacker, Interweave Content Manager – Bead & Jewelry and Beads of Courage Bead Artist Hall of Fame Inductee
Experience the joy of making jewelry for mindfulness and relaxation as you create a dream catcher, spirit stack, or origami crane strand. Great for beginners or if you just want to take a few minutes to make something fun!
$5 donation benefits Beads of Courage, providing hope and healing for children coping with serious illness with beads that honor courage and strengthen resilience.
POM-POM-PALOOZA
Kerry Bogert, Editor of Interweave Knits and Award-Winning Author
Learn how to make a fun pom-pom using Clover’s pom-pom making tool with colorful yarn from Universal Yarn. Plus, three ways to add pom-poms to knitted or crochet hats and accessories. Watch out— these are irresistible!
$5 donation benefits Knit the Rainbow, a non-profit organization that provides warm handmade clothing and accessories for homeless LGBTQ+ youth.
PAINTING 101
Scott Maier, Executive Producer and Award-Winning Author
Scott will be giving a glimpse into a variety of painting and drawing techniques.
- Watercolor
- Drawing with Graphite
- Abstracts with Acrylic
FREE with Marketplace pass
THURSDAY, FRIDAY, & SATURDAY SCHEDULE
MAKE & TAKE SESSION |
TIMES |
|---|---|
Watercolor Painting - FREE |
11:00 AM-12:00 PM |
Get Started Beading - $5 DONATION |
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM |
Get Started Beading- $5 DONATION |
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM |
Pom-Pom-Palooza- $5 DONATION |
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
Pom-Pom-Palooza - $5 DONATION |
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM |
Drawing with Water Soluble Graphite (Thur)- FREE |
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |

FLOOR PLAN

MARKETPLACE VENDORS
| Name | Booth # | Vendor Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bead Bistro Crafts | 25 | Bead/Jewelry |
| Beads Zone | 40 | Bead/Jewelry |
| Biscotte Yarns | 49 | Yarn |
| Blick | 1 | Art |
| Esther Beadwork | 22 | Bead/Jewelry |
| Garden of Beadin | 20 | Bead/Jewelry |
| HRM inc. | 7 | Other |
| Klew | 28 | Bead/Jewelry |
| Knitty Gritty Fiber Arts | 5 | Yarn |
| Maggie T Designs | 24 | Bead/Jewelry |
| Ranch of the Oaks | 27 | Yarn |
| Raven Frog Fibers | 16 | Yarn |
| Ruby Ribbon | 31 | Other |
| Sally Bead Jewelry | 29 | Bead/Jewelry |
| Sharon Bedford Designs | 33 | Yarn |
| Silk Road Treasures | 44 | Bead/Jewelry |
| Storyteller Stitchery | 21 | Yarn |
| The Oregon Woodworker | 32 | Yarn |

