Durham Patchwork Mini-Market

I found out about this pop up market just the day before, lucky me! Unlike other pop up shops, this one was free admission. The event went from 12 – 5. There were a variety of craft vendors that were local artists. I would rather buy a local artist print, mug, ring, etc than go to a mall.
I wish there was more ‘walking’ room though, it was very packed (which is a good thing).

Do you love pop-​up shops, locally made products, once-​a-​month special events, WOMEN, boutique-​thrift items, recyclable goods, sustainable cleaning supplies, jewelry, BEER, letter-​press cards and oh so much more?! Then let me know you, the Durham Patchwork mini-​market is about to be your new best friend! I «secretly» took my boyfriend to Fullsteam on the first Saturday of the month so we could «grab a beer.» Little did he know that there was a full-​blow POP-​UP shop within! My eyes got wide and he realized he’d been tricked, but man oh man was it worth it [and he got a beer out of it!]. This little market is any girls dream! While you sip on a brew you can wonder between vendors [the majority female entrepreneurs and artisans] and have conversations while they tell you about their products, which they are all very passionate about.
The vendors change from month to month, but the covered [non air conditioned] space in Fullsteam is filled to the tippy top. This is a perfect spot to pick up presents for friends, yourself or stock up on Christmas supplies! You can support many local business in one stop AND in a chill but popping environment. Check out their facebook page [
for the latest vendor news and updates. And now you know where to find me every FIRST Saturday from 12:00 — 4:00pm.