The market, which will feature the work of more than 40 regional artists and crafters, will run for three consecutive weekends next month, as it did last year.
Among the crafts represented will be handmade jewelry, ceramics, toiletries, leather, holiday ornaments, paintings, fiber art, illustrations, gourmet foods, and crochet. Live music from local performers will be included in the shopping experience. Bear Art Studios, Cahill Enterprises, Cascadia Stoneware, Coloring With Beads, and Embroidery By Wanda are among this year's diverse vendors, all of whom will no doubt require business card printing and other printing services to market their wares.
Stephanie Cash, owner of Polished Moon, said:
“What makes Pacific Arts unique is that it has a cozy community feel.
“Shoppers...know that their purchase is completely supporting local artists.”
The market will return to the same location it occupied last year, in the lot between Jo-Ann Fabric and El Gitano Mexican Restaurant at 1125 East Sunset at Sunset Square. The location was chosen for its central location in Bellingham, and the ease of parking.
Since 2013, Pacific Arts Market has operated as an arts vendor cooperative, meaning it is owned and operated by member artists. This year’s market kicks off on December 4.