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Party with a Purpose
Pin ItTweetCommunity Post from the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse Party with a Purpose [eats, drinks and good conversation] “The Fine Art of Creative Reuse” We all know the three “R’s”—reduce, reduce, recycle. But recently, it seems the possibilities have expanded to include new creative activities. Artists and artisans as well as enthusiastic crafters are exploring more »
Craft Supply SWAP!
Pin ItTweetThank so much to everyone who braved the cold and snow to SWAP with us last Sunday. We had a great time and we even raised $350 for our host, Assemble. AND – all of the left over supplies were donated to Little House Big Art and The Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse. We’ve heard more »
Erra Creations: From Gears to Glamour
Pin ItTweetBrowsing around our most recent market, I came upon Nicole Bloch and her display of what can only be described as true funkiness. Like many of our vendors, she repurposes old materials and gives them new life, saving such hidden treasures from an eternity in a landfill. What makes Bloch unique is her medium of more »
Wear it Proud! Support Your Local Crafter!
Pin ItTweetTake your message with you wherever you shop! We believe passionately in the power of purchasing locally, supporting handmade and in cultivating community. Do all 3 with our stylish new tote bag created by sponsor, The Cotton Factory! Get your tote at I Made It! for the Holidays!
@ IMI for the Holidays: Center for Creative Reuse
Pin ItTweetThe Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse (PCCR) promotes resource conservation, creativity and community engagement through material reuse. Our vision is that reusable discards in Pittsburgh be treated as resources, rather than waste; that all Pittsburghers have opportunities to be creative; and that all companies and residents in the Pittsburgh area have outlets for donating and purchasing used materials. Looking for materials for a more »
April 30 :: Earth Day 2011 in Mt. Lebanon
Pin ItTweet Artists from I Made It! Market will be popping into Mt. Lebanon’s Earth Day 2011 Celebration from 10 am – 2 pm on Saturday, April 30th at the Main Mt. Lebanon Park near the large pavilion. To learn about all of the great community activities happening at Earth Day 2011, visit their website at www.earthdaymtlebanon.org. more »
Redd Up Thread Up
Pin ItTweet Redd Up Thread Up Clothing Swap, Saturday, November 6, 12 – 5 pm WYEP Community Broadcast Center www.reddupthreadup.com “Redd Up” your closet and take advantage of others’ cast-offs by participating in this exciting clothing swap. All proceeds benefit the Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh, a United Way organization. Participants who complete a more »
Saturday, August 14 :: 11 am – 7 pm @ Hartwood Amphitheater
Pin ItTweet The Allegheny Green + Innovation Festival is an exciting new event designed to engage and communicate opportunities for green and sustainable living as well as showcasing innovative projects in our region. We have exhibitors focusing on providing tips and opportunities for integrating green and sustainable practices in everyday life. From health and wellness to more »
May 15 Vendor :: E-a-poo’s®
Pin ItTweetE-a-poo’s¬Æ‚Ķ. Pioneering the resurrection of Cloth Diapers in the Pittsburgh area since 2002! We are local to the Pittsburgh community but have a national & international audience as well. E-a-poo‚Äôs¬Æ advocates environmental responsibility and the reduction of chemicals in our personal environment. Our products are focused around natural and organic fibers. We carefully select sustainable more »
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