Thursday, March 26, 2015

Get Ready for SPARKET!

Check out some of the artisans already signed up to exhibit at SPARKET this season. It's gonna be a great year!


Herban Lifestyle


Throwing Shop


Arelle Hughes Designs


The Lavender Whim


JazEaz Designs


LeeUnique Boutique


MUCH more to come!








Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Apply to SPARKET Today!



Do you have that SPARK?

Get fired up - It's time for SPARKET! Every Wednesday (11AM - 2PM) from April 29 - November 18, crafts, artists, jewelers, chefs, musicians and more ignite to form Crystal City's only outdoor market event.

Wanna be part of the fun this season? Apply on HERE.



We look froward to seeing our returning exhibitors as well as welcoming new ones! And as always, SPARKET is free to visit.

There will be live music, too, every week. So, come join the us and support your local artists


Tuesday, March 17, 2015

SPARKET Returns April 29!


Get SPARKED!

SPARKET, a weekly arts market in Crystal City  returns for its second year!


Situated on the wide shaded sidewalk on the 1800 block of Crystal Drive, it is adjacent to the Crystal Shops mall, several popular restaurants and retail establishments. Crystal City Metro is 2 blocks away and there is plenty of public parking among major office buildings, apartments and hotels.

SPARKET will operate just like last season, every Wednesdays, from 11am to 2pm, launching April 29 and running through Nov 18, 2015.

A diverse mix of art, crafts, handmade jewelry, accessories, bath/beauty and other local and handcrafted products are desired.  As an additional draw, live-music and select food products will be part of the programming mix.

Convenient and FREE adjacent loading and parking for the market as well as an affordable $30 space fee are among the markets’ considerable amenities!

APPLICATION COMING TOMORROW!

Thursday, January 15, 2015

SPARKET Exhbitor Survey!



Thank you for your participation in SPARKET - A Creative Market. Your input is incredibly important to us. We would appreciate your feedback and would like to hear your thoughts on your experience and any suggested changes. We are always looking for ways to improve the event for participants and customers alike.

Please take a moment to complete the ONLINE SURVEY and let us know your thoughts.

SPARKET was produced by DMM and sponsored by the Crystal City Business Improvement District (CCBID). Public relations efforts included advertising and outreach via postcards, weekly email blasts, DMM and Crystal City BID newsletter stories, website blog, on-site signage and banners and social media. Targeted lists received postcard mailings or press releases leading up to the event.

THANK YOU!

Thursday, November 13, 2014

That's All, Folks!

I can't believe yesterday was the final SPARKET of the year. Thank you all who participated, visited and supported our awesome art market. And thank you, Crystal City BID, for making this fun, community event possible. 


Hope to see you all again next season!

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Today - FINAL market of the Season!

Photo: And instead of spending hours wrapping gifts, just place them in a handmade holiday bag!Join us, TODAY - Wednesday, November 12th, for SPARKET's final show of the season. Get all your Holiday shopping done in one place, during your lunch break on Crystal City Drive.

We'll have toys, cookbooks, upscale jewelry, seasonal cards, kitchen accessories, clothing, handmade bath & body products, fee live music (by Flo Anito!) and so much more.

Check everything off of your Holiday list with a visit to SPARKET.

FINAL SHOW OF THE SEASON. 11-2. Don't miss it!

Monday, November 10, 2014

Final Market of the Season - November 12th!

We can't believe it! This Wednesday, November 12th, is the FINAL MARKET of the season. So, please join us as we bid a farewell to SPARKET's inaugural  year. All your favorites will be there, with a few new exhibitors to boot.

Photo: JerseyGirlDesign is here with her sparkles!

JerseyGirlDesign

Photo: Only 3 Sparkets left! Get your holiday shopping done early. Today! 11-2. Crystal City.

Lavender Whim

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Reinvented Elegance

Photo: @uniquesurprises with great #woodtoys #handmade @sparketmarket #shoplocal #crystalcity

U.S. Wood Toys


Laura Moore Designs

You pick 3 (3 spice cans of your choice)

Rupen's Cooking

And so many more! Join us in Crystal City for some Holiday shopping and free music, by Flo Anito. This Wednesday. 11-2.


New Season! New Location!

Hey Crystal City! The CCCM is back for an exciting season with a new location . In 2019, find us on the shaded courtyard in front of 2001 ...