Boston Handmade Headlines SoWa Oct 18th

Boston Handmade, is excited to announce their second and final SoWa group appearance of 2009 on Sunday, October 18th from 10am - 4pm.  With over twenty Boston Handmade members showing their unique wares it will be one of the largest appearances to date for the group.

"SoWa is a vibrant, eclectic mix of local artisans and craftspeople", says Jessica Burko, founder of Boston Handmade, "It's a fantastic way to wind up the summer festival season as we gear up for a strong roster of fall and winter holiday events."

SoWa Market Founder Chris Masci says, "We are thrilled to have Boston Handmade back at SoWa on October 18th. In addition to the quality craftsmanship of their work they bring a ton of energy and enthusiasm to the market; it's a perfect match."

Work created by members of Boston Handmade represent a wide variety of mediums, methods and art forms; from contemporary photography and cutting edge jewelry design, to classic children's toys, apparel and modern and home decor. Boston Handmade members offer unique and personal items for all ages, stages and budgets.  

SoWa Open Market is located at 540 Harrison Ave in Boston, with plenty of free parking behind the market.  Stalls open at 10am and fresh baked goods, newly picked produce, along with one of a kind, limited edition and truly unique items from local craftspeople are on display and available for purchase.

Who is Boston Handmade: Boston Handmade, is a gathering of colleagues who support one another in the pursuit of creativity made by hand. All members of Boston Handmade are registered sellers on Etsy.com and are all based in Massachusetts. Members create a wide variety of handcrafted art including: jewelry, photography, paper goods, collage art, ceramics, clothing, accessories, dolls, and home décor.  For more information on the artists who make-up Boston Handmade visit the Boston Handmade website www.bostonhandmade.org.

What is SoWa: The SoWa Open Market is celebrating its 6th year in Boston.  A juried market show, all applicants are reviewed for acceptance.  A wide variety of products is offered at the market with little or no duplication including: artisan food vendors, fine artists, jewelry, apparel for all ages and styles, children's toys, home decor, bath and body products and much more.   Find more information and directions to the event at the SoWa website:  www.southendopenmarket.com