San Diego Made

We (and @the.little.skittle ) want to thank EVERYONE who came out to @theforumcarlsbad to visit the Summer in Bloom Event over the past week. This was a marathon event and we are TIRED, but our team, our vendors, the Forum team, and all of our guests made each day so special and so worth it! We can't wait to see you back at the Forum Carlsbad next year for another amazing summer celebration!

Today is the FINAL Saturday of our event at The Forum Carlsbad and it's jam packed! Don't miss our DIY flower crown workshop today from 11-4 in the butterfly garden behind Lululemon. We'll also have:... LIVE art by @huelbigjustin summer decor and Instagram displays a LIVE butterfly experience a free kids coloring station a free raffle at the info booth a curated market by San Diego Made with tons of local vendors! Head down to The Forum for the fun today and Sunday before it's too late! https://sandiegomade.org/forum/

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Who's ready for our Summer in Bloom Market at @theforumcarlsbad June 19-27!? This amazing event starts this SATURDAY 200 people to arrive this Saturday starting at 10:30 will get a FREE swag bag. You won't want to miss out on: The runway fashion show June 19 at 11 a.m.... summer decor and Instagram displays a LIVE butterfly experience creative workshops free grab bags and giveaways shopping specials at Forum stores a curated market by San Diego Made each day from Sat., June 19 Sun., June 27. This event is going to be SO special and we can’t wait to celebrate summer with you! See more

Let’s take a moment to celebrate this little gem right here...the ying to our yang, our calming voice of reason, forever friend, and badass business partner since day 1 (union days!!!).... @chewbrooka Brook is an amazing force for good, a beautiful soul, a peaceful presence, and a caring partner to all who encounter her. Building this business with Brook as the forth wheel on our crazy wagon has been a long and fun journey, and we couldn’t have done it without her! We’re constantly thankful for her insight, and inspired by her personal and professional growth. We love you so much B and we hope you have an AMAZING birthday! You’re worth it!

Join us for the 8th annual San Diego Made Holiday Market - a handmade local shopping experience. This year's event will be held over two weeks, both virtually and in-person at Grossmont Center in La Mesa. The dates will be:... In-Person Weekend 1 - Nov. 21 & 22, 10 am-5 pm In-Person Weekend 2 - Dec. 12 & 13, 10 am-5 pm Virtual Fair (online) Nov. 1-Dec. 31 As San Diego’s largest only locally-curated market, the event will feature a socially-distanced outdoor shopping experience with handmade goods by roughly 60 local makers each weekend. This event is family-friendly and FREE this year, with holiday photo opportunities, a free raffle, and safety measures that ensure that it’s a secure environment for sellers and attendees (social distancing and masks required - see website for more info.) For those who cannot attend in-person, we will host a Virtual Fair during the months of Nov. and Dec., with FREE shipping for shoppers or an opportunity to do drive-by pick up at Grossmont Center. We hope you will join us for this fun holiday happening! More information at the link in our bio!

You guys! How talented is this design by @organicstreetwear - factory resident, clothing designer and screen printer extraordinaireWe are so lucky to have him as a part of our community - get in touch with him if you need any design/screen printing work, he’s the best!

Our 2020 Holiday Market is officially on and applications are now open! This year's event will be held over two weeks, both virtually and in-person at Grossmont Center in La Mesa. The dates will be:... In-Person Weekend 1 - Nov. 21 & 22, 10 am-5 pm In-Person Weekend 2 - Dec. 12 & 13, 10 am-5 pm Virtual Week 1 - Nov. 14-20 Virtual Week 2 - Dec. 5-11 The application has a TON of information regarding both the virtual and in-person markets, and all COVID-19 precautions we are putting into place. Please read through it thoroughly before signing up or applying. We will be sharing more info with attendees as the date nears, but mark your calendars! We hope you choose to take part in this fun, safe selling opportunity with us!

Don’t miss our new monthly event at the Factory - Factory Friday! The first event is Nov. 6 from 5-9 p.m. Join us for open studios, drinks, music, art displays, and socially-distanced local shopping. This low-key open warehouse evening will require makes and temp checks, and will serve as a safe way to get out and about and experience local art! ... We hope to see you there!

This watercolor piece by local artist Jeannine Romero was inspired by Hurricane Laura which hit in August. What a beautiful representation of a terrifying force of nature. We are extremely moved by her use of color to depict chaos.

The Sherman Heights Community Center is hosting a number of fun virtual and in-person Dia de Los Muertos events all month long! This Friday, join Patty of RAD Activity Stations for a FREE online Papel Picado workshop live on Facebook at 7:00 p.m. Learn more and see the full class list at: https://www.facebook.com/DDLMSanDiego/

Factory residents have been putting on live model and music paint nights! We love that everyone is able to come together (at a safe distance) to make these special evenings happen. Check out the amazing pieces they created during this session!

We have a RARE office opening! This amazing, large 435 SF office is available at the San Diego Made Factory! It has 2 doors, 2 skylights, and a very cool, colorful mural on one wall. Get in touch if you want to see this one before it’s gone! _____________________________ Amenities Include:... Kitchen + Lounge Conference room 2 Podcast/private call rooms ADA accessible 24/7 Access Free high-speed WIFI Access to book event space when available Access to pop up shop markets Access to monthly networking socials Discounts on workshops and events Online business listing as a warehouse resident Creative Environment Please contact us for additional details and information or to request photos or a tour! We can also set up a phone call to discuss details. WE’D LOVE TO HAVE YOU JOIN US AT THE FACTORY! #sandiegomade #sandiego #sandiegorentals #sandiegocreatives #sandiegoart #sandiegoartists See more

We just want to eat our way through Fall ...these pumpkin cardamom mini donuts by @ Dulcet Confections are gluten-free, sugar-free, AND keto-friendly so sounds like a great place to start! Order your yummy goods from this amazing local baker now: www.dulcet-confections.com

Where are all our Libra ladies at?! These amazing, women-crafted botanical Zodiac fragrances by Intuitive Essence make the perfect gift for a friend (or yourself!) Check out their website for all the yummy scents! intuitiveessenceshop.com #evoketheformless

They can't cancel ALL the Halloween fun! These at-home cookie kits by M & A's Baking are such a cute way to celebrate safely at home this season. Order your kit from this amazing local baker now! Website: http://www.mnabakery.com/

During @sddesignweek last week we filmed our guests answering the question, What does design mean to you? We absolutely loved the responses and we’re so inspired but the thought that went into each persons answer. We’ll be posting them soon so you can enjoy them as well!