Dec 6 - Dec 7

Heritage Holiday Craft and Gift Fair

The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundation ANNOUNCES THE 2024 Heritage Holiday Craft and Gift Fair. This gathering of friends, families and all those that are looking for that special Holiday Gift will once again be able find them at this awesome event. MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW so you won’t miss this Kickoff to the Holiday Season in the Pajaro Valley. Bring the family for a great shopping experience, enjoy great food for dinner and walk through Holiday Lights throughout the fairground!

Nov 2

Lito's November Market

Come visit us in beautiful Corralitos at the historic 5 Mile House. Enjoy a delicious drink and a tasty treat while perusing the beautiful art our community has to offer. Babablackbead will have plenty of hand-beaded earrings, bubble blessings, and other enchanting items for a magical fall!

Oct 20

Downtown Santa Cruz Makers Market

Join BabaBlackBead and 40+ Local Makers & Artists in Downtown Santa Cruz!

Oct 13

Abbott Square Artisan Faire

Oct 5

Lito's Pop-Up Market

Come visit us in beautiful Corralitos at the historic 5 Mile House. Enjoy a delicious drink and a tasty treat while perusing the beautiful art our community has to offer. Babablackbead will have plenty of hand-beaded earrings, bubble blessings, and other enchanting items for a magical fall!

Sep 7

Lito's Pop Up Market

Come shop local makers at my favorite neighborhood cafe!

Aug 11 - Aug 11

Abbott Square Artisan Market

Live music, good eats, local artists and vendors!

Jul 27 - Aug 10

Intro to Bead weaving - 3 day workshop

Over the course of 3 weekends, you will design and complete your own pair of beaded fringe earrings. Brick stitch, an off-loom beading technique, will be taught. High quality materials and hands-on instruction will be provided. This class is appropriate for beginners or those wanting to grow their skills and creativity. Use the link to register!

Jun 29

Beading workshop

In this one day workshop, you will learn brick stitch, an off-loom beading technique that is the foundation of many styles like the beaded fringe earrings we will complete in this class. High quality materials and hands on instruction will be provided. This workshop is appropriate for beginners or those wanting to get some in person instruction, tips and tricks! Use the link to register.

Jun 15

Beading workshop

In this one day workshop, you will learn brick stitch, an off-loom beading technique that is the foundation of many styles like the beaded fringe earrings we will complete in this class. High quality materials and hands on instruction will be provided. This workshop is appropriate for beginners or those wanting to get some in person instruction, tips and tricks! Use the link to register.

Jun 1

Lito's Pop Up Market

Locally made art and other goodies and Lito's community market and cafe

May 18

Spring Market

Spring Market at Capitola Produce

Apr 20

Earth Day Market

Earth Day themed market on Saturday April 20th at Capitola Produce. Featuring local bakers, makers, artists, and more. There will also be fun activities for kids and families!

Mar 23

SoSo Market

SoSo Market is located in Santa Cruz at 530 Front Street, making it a convenient stop for both Santa Cruz locals, visitors and students. This market is a treasure trove of unique finds, from vintage clothing to handmade crafts and artisan goods. Market hours 11am-5pm Parking available across the street. Or park in your favorite spot downtown and walk over!

Mar 9

March Makers Market

Featuring local, makers, bakers, artists, vintage and more

Feb 10

Valentine's Market

I'll be selling an assortment of earrings and bracelets along with other local vendors featuring vintage clothing, tie dye, handmade soaps, candles and more!