Green with Indie is St. Louis' largest arts and crafts show that features the best in regional crafts with an eco-friendly focus.
Organized by the St. Louis Craft Mafia, Green with Indie is a one-day, family-friendly event showcasing more than 70 handmade artists and vintage sellers. All wares are earth-friendly, salvaged, upcycled, recycled, homegrown, homemade, revamped or refurbished.
Admission is free, and the first 100 attendees will get a goodie bag - a limited edition screenprinted tote full of swag, including special edition Craft Yeti coloring pages. Chill with your friends in the complimentary Craft Yeti coloring tent, and stop by the Selfie Station to grab a photo with the Craft Yeti!
Live indie tunes will be provided by KDHX DJ Cat Pick. There will also be art demos, food trucks on site and lots of giveaways.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 12 at Grant Gym at Webster University (lower level of the University Center).
More information: greenwithindiecraftshow.com
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