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.

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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
Simple Abstractions with Acrylic (Fri/Sat) - FREE

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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MARKETPLACE VENDORS