Patchwork Indie Arts & Crafts Festival

I love these festivals! I’ll be vending some cool stuff this year. It’s going to be fun for all, bring the family!

Looking forward to vending at this years event! Come by and check out The Hemp Co-Op.see you all there :)

Thank You, Long Beach! i was a vendor again this summer at the Patchwork show in Long Beach. I really truly enjoy this show! everyone (all fellow vendors, customers and Patchwork peeps) seems so pleasant and un-​stressed and just really enjoying themselves! I just wanted to shout out that i really enjoyed being part of it and i loved by fellow boothmates as well!
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Wonderful. I saw so many things I wanted to buy. Be sure to get a card or name of buyer. I’ve been unable to track down a couple I was planning to buy from later. Purses, quilts, handmade soaps, felt succulents, scarves, amazing leather work, vintage clothing, upcycled books, glazed pottery.
I did buy some hand glazed mugs which were large and beautiful for only $ 10 each. Also, 2 necklaces with polished stones and I have no idea her name, bummer. Will definitely try the Santa Ana location in the fall.

I love craft fairs — mostly because I like to pick up interesting (though usually fairly expensive) jewelry and prints that are unique. This time, however, I left without either.
Although both my friend and I used GPS to arrive, we found ourselves on different ends of the event, which was strange and frustrating. Once we found each other, we took a stroll around. I thought the festival was going to be larger, and we walked through the entire thing twice, just to give ourselves the sense that we had thoroughly perused every stall. I did see one pair of earrings that sparked my interest, but I wasn’t wowed enough to shell out the cash. My friend bought two jars of locally-​source honey, and we both picked up some flavored walnuts — chocolate espresso and banana. Since we bought six bags of nuts (together), we were given these cute totes that read, «Stop staring at my nut sack!» I thought that was funny, and we had a few chuckles when we saw the phrase. I’m wondering if I should bring it to school — it would make the kids laugh, but it seems somewhat inappropriate. Lol.
I didn’t get anything else, but my friend got a lobster roll and a ginger beer from one of the trucks. Actually, there were quite a few people walking around with ginger beer. It seemed to be rather popular.
We had a nice time strolling around the vendors, but it would have been great if there was more to see and buy. I loved how parking was free and accessible and how dogs were welcome to join. I didn’t bring my own pooches, because I thought they would be too much to handle, but in the end I decided it would have been fine. Maybe next year.

The is the 2^nd year in a row that we’ve gone to this event, and it is well worth it.
They have food trucks, arts & crafts, clothing items, fresh made condiments, sauces, and marinades, cold brewed coffee, and live music. Everything is locally produced. Overall, there are about 50 – 60 vendors. Prices vary as some vendors are reasonable and some can get expensive.
Also, the parking can be a nightmare as it’s very limited. (Pretty much surrounded by water) So get there early or ride your bike.

Patchwork is a really fun event that happens in Long Beach where a bunch of local businesses gather for an awesome time! These businesses (handmade/​homemade things) set up booths with their products for everyone to walk around and enjoy. It’s really cool because most of the businesses I never even knew existed, but I was exposed to them through Patchwork.
In addition to these booths, there are also some food trucks to keep you going thorough out the day. I ate at the Kogi food truck (YUM!) when I went, but I’m sure they switch up the trucks all the time. Parking is the only difficult part about this event, but once you get past that, it’s really fun! In conclusion, this events supports local Long Beach through a very fun event. Check it out next time it is going on!

Patchwork is a bit like your favorite Etsy shops all in one non-​virtual setting, plus food trucks, live music, and cute dogs walking around– it’s awesome! This is a festive, free event to learn about and shop from local indie brands ranging from twee home goods to vintage clothing to homemade treats. While a few of the vendors charge a bit more than what I think is appealing for those attending a craft fair, you can find reasonably priced, non-​run of the mill items you’ll adore. I went to the Long Beach event last month and wound up finding my new favorite Lavender Lemonade perfume oil for only $ 10, along with vegan Lavender Lemon cookies from another vendor.
If you believe in supporting local, handmade businesses, this is the place to be. Do a lap before committing to buy any items you’re unsure about– you may find something similar at another vendor’s table for less or something else you love more. I’ve discovered a few new brands made in LA and the surrounding areas that I’m now a fan of, and hope to purchase at future Patchwork shows– they have them at various areas in LA/​OC throughout the year.

I love Patchwork! I’ve been to this event a couple times at the Long Beach location. This time was different than in the past. There are twice the number of arts/​crafts/​gourmet food/​food trucks compared to the past. This also meant twice the number of people!
The variety has gotten better, ranging from cupcakes to special candy to truffles (chocolates) to gourmet cookies to gluten free salsa and everything in between. The types of arts/​crafts included «hipster» type posters to delicate jewelry to scrap leather wallets/​purses