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Did everyone know about this except for me? Thankf

Did everyone know about this except for me? Thankfully @natterdoodles is a crafting expert and taught us all how to properly season our chalkboards before we created these hand-lettered masterpieces at Craftcation on our @walnuthollow chalkboards.
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Tell me in the comments if you already knew about seasoning for chalkboards. I NEED to know!
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P.S. -You too can learn all sorts of crafting hacks and secrets at Craftcation! Registration opens June 15 and be sure to save the date for Craftcation 2024 April 3-7, 2024 in Ventura California.
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“Last year was my first Craftcation. I was anxious to attend alone but I got so much more out of it than I could have dreamed of. I left with new best friends, crafty skills and so much business info. Everyone was so inviting and friendly. It’s worth every penny (and then some!). I can’t wait to come back.” - Craftcation Alum
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❓ Have questions about Craftcation? Send me a DM!

This is my best kept secret for being a great gues

This is my best kept secret for being a great guest.....
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One of a kind handmade gifts by local makers, and just our luck we are in San Pedro outside the @craftedportla this Sunday from 11-5pm so you too can gift give like a pro!
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Shop small with over 100 makers, brunch or lunch at delicious food trucks or grab a drink at @brouwerijwest or great food from @millerbutler_sp

Enjoy free DIY crafts at select vendor booths and spend the day enjoying this lovely port city!
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FREE to attend, Family-Friendly and Pet Friendly
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SPRING 2023 SHOW SCHEDULE
🌳Redwood City @cityofredwoodcity 5.13
🌆Tustin @oldtowntustin 5.21
🏖Long Beach @marinestadium 5.28
🌉Oakland @jacklondonsq 6.3
🛳San Pedro @craftedportla 6.11
☀️Ventura @downtownventura 6.18
🍇Santa Rosa @downtownsantarosa 6.25
🌴El Segundo @theworks_sb 7.2

@cosmic.call.art
@aromachaura_ssm
@akcarastudio
@goghjewelrydesign
@aligned_magic
@brownbagbooks
@michmashartstache
@charminglittlelotus

Come shop small from 80+ local, creative vendors i

Come shop small from 80+ local, creative vendors in Oakland @jacklondonsq from 11am-5pm!
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As always, @thepatchworkshow is FREE to attend, family-friendly, and pet friendly! 🐕❤️🐩
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🍔🍕🌮 Great eats from local restaurants and 🧵🎨 free craft activities.
For details: @thepatchworkshow
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#bestofbayarea #bayareabuzz #oaklandlove #weloveoakland #oakland #oaklandloveit #oaklandlocal #oaklandcalifornia #oaklandca #oaklandmakers
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@weloveoakland @visitoakland @oaklandmakers @thepatchworkshow

#oakland #visitoakland #oaklandmakers #craftshow #makerfaire #makersmarket

What’s a Craftcation?
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Five life-changing days. 200+ craft class, business workshop, social gatherings + wellness activities and it all happens at the beach in California. If this sounds like your cup of tea, join our waiting list (the 🔗 is in our bio) because registration opens June 15, 2023.
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Save the date: Craftcation 2024 - April 3-7, 2024 in Ventura, Ca
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📣 PSST: We sell out every year so don’t delay.
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If you’re looking for the community to call your own, look no further! Finding the people who get what it’s like to be a little (or a lot) weird, value creative expression and have a drive to share what they make with the world can be tough. But, we make it easy. Those are the people who gather each year for our Craftcation Conference.
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Because finding your creative community that will make you feel less alone and understood (along with building your creative business, and hanging out at the beach and getting creative) is what Craftcation is all about.
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We can’t wait to welcome you to our community!

#craftcation #entrepreneurship #craftybusiness #craftersofinstagram #smallbuisness

Hello Oakland! 🛍☀️ Shop handmade and local

Hello Oakland! 🛍☀️ Shop handmade and local goods from 90+ makers at Patchwork Show in @jacklondonsquare + 🍔🍕🌮 great food and drink options surround the show for a rest and refreshment before heading back to shop & make at select 🧵🎨 free craft activities hosted by our vendors.
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FREE to attend, family-friendly, and pet friendly! 🐕❤️🐩
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June 3rd - 11-5pm - Oakland Jack London Square
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For details samplehaus: @thepatchworkshow
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🌳Redwood City @cityofredwoodcity 5.13
🌆Tustin @oldtowntustin 5.21
🏖Long Beach @marinestadium 5.28
🌉Oakland @jacklondonsq 6.3
🛳San Pedro @craftedportla 6.11
☀️Ventura @downtownventura 6.18
🍇Santa Rosa @downtownsantarosa 6.25
🌴El Segundo @theworks_sb 7.2

#craftshow #craftfair #maker #makerfair #makermarket #crafter
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