Vancouver and Edmonton have both experienced Make It. Guess who’s next… Calgary! Just in time for the holiday season that’s around the corner too.
WHAT is Make It?
Make It is the handmade revolution. It is an event where you can shop for ethically made, one-of-a-kind handmade items from over 50 of Canada’s hottest emerging urban artisans and designers! There will be music spun by top local DJs and tasty treats to be enjoyed.
Make It is about appreciating creativity, connecting entrepreneurs, and giving conscious shoppers an alternative to the mall.
WHEN is Make It?
November 6th – 8th, so this Friday, Saturday, AND Sunday!
…Friday, November 6th: 4pm – 9pm.
…Saturday, November 7th: 11am – 6pm.
…Sunday, November 8th: 11am – 5pm.
WHERE is Make It?
Make It will be happening at the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre (whoa, talk about alliteration), located at 197 1st Street SW. I suggest taking the C-train to downtown and hopping off at Centre Street or 1st Street SW, depending on where you’re coming from, and walking north to get there.
WHO is Make It for?
This event is devoted to giving opportunities for artists, crafters, and designers to showcase and sell their work. Which means that this is a shopping event for any shopper out there! Admission is just $5 at the door and kids 12 and under get in for free.
WHY should you go to Make It?
…it’s a unique shopping experience for the next generation who crave something different.
…first 25 shoppers get a free gift bag each day.
…first 30 shoppers get free admission each day.
…100% of the proceeds from the silent auction goes to Ronald McDonald House Southern Alberta.
…a coupon for 2 for 1 admission.
…because you will be looking at one-of-a-kind handmade items from numerous Canadian urban artisans and designers.
Click here to learn more about Make It and the people behind it. I believe I will be hanging around at the event on Saturday. Hope to see you there! 😀