(Photos by J. Maus/BikePortland)
The ninth annual BikeCraft holiday gift fair is set for next weekend, November 30th – December 1st, and we’re excited to announce Velo Cult (1969 NE 42nd Ave) as the new venue! Event organizers Aaron Kaffen and Amos Hunter have once again brought together a stellar line-up of local gift-makers that will entice you (and your pocketbook) with their bike-inspired wares.
To make room for all the great vendors (34 of them so far, see list below) and general holiday merriment, Sky Boyer and the Velo Cult crew will transform their entire, 5,000 square foot bar and bike shop into BikeCraft central. A relative newcomer to Portland, Velo Cult has established itself as the cultural hub of Portland’s diverse and vibrant bicycle scene. Their open floor-plan, the renown bike collection that hangs from the ceiling and rafters, and their welcoming bar and seating areas should make for one of the best BikeCraft venues ever.
To sweeten the pot even further, this year’s event opens on Small Business Saturday, which is a fledgling national effort to support local businesses. Speaking of local businesses, below is the current list of artists, makers, designers, and sellers of fine goods who plan to share their work with us next weekend…
- Almost Monday – fine art printmaker
- Amain Bikes – lamps and lights made from recycled bike parts
- Bicycle Kitty
- Bike Mitts
- Bike n Chain – Custom bike-themed wool beanies
- Bikeasaurus – Huge selection of bike-themed gifts
- Black Star Bags – Messenger bags, backpacks, and other accessories
- Blaq Designs – Messenger bags, backpacks, and other accessories
- Bundle and Stow – Tool rolls and other useful items
- Cagoule Fleece – Hats, scarves and gloves
- Cycle Time
- Double Darn Clothing – Cycling caps
- Fillettante – Jewelry from upcycled bike parts
- Gigi’s Handywork – Helmuffs ear muffs for your helmet.
- Hopscotch Town
- Microcosm Publishing – Stickers, patches, zines and books
- North St. Bags – Backpacks, panniers, and more
- Philosophy Bags – Backpacks and panniers
- Piggy Flowers
- Portland Buckle
- Rebicyclist – Bike tire belts and buckles from recycled materials
- Red Bat Press – Letterpress cards, calendars and more
- Rejuiced Bikes – Sculptural bike art
- Rhythmic Metal – Belt buckles, earrings, and wall hangings
- SaltyandSweet Design – Laser-cut mobiles, flasks, and jewelry
- Sellwood Designs – Bike buckets (panniers)
- Skadokeys
- Solarcycle
- Tailgate Industries, LLC
- Taking the Lane Media – Books and stickers
- Two Guitars – Screenprinted and letterpress cards
- Velo Gioielli – Bike-themed jewelry
- Walnut Studiolo – Wood and leather accessories for your bike
And here are a few photos from BikeCrafts past to whet your appetite…
As always, admission to BikeCraft is free; but bring some cash for food, drinks and other purchases. Here’s the schedule:
Saturday, November 30th
- Event hours: 11:00am to 6:00pm @ Velo Cult
After-party: 7:00p at Velo Cult
Sunday, December 1st
Event hours: 11:00am to 6:00pm
— Stay tuned to the Front Page for more BikeCraft coverage, follow the #bikecraft hashtag on Twitter for updates, and check out the BikeCraft website and Facebook page to learn more.