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Prepare for a festive holiday shopping experience like no other as NextFab and Olde Kensington Boutique partner to present the third annual Miracle on American Street Holiday Gift Market on November 18, 2023. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at NextFab North on American Street (1800 N American Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122), guests can browse local and handmade gifts from over 100 Philadelphia-based artists and makers. Attendees can expect an event that is filled with local craftsmanship, giveaways, demonstrations, and make-and-take activities for a family-friendly holiday outing.
NextFab is a membership-based maker space, providing shared workshops and classes in woodworking, metalworking, laser cutting, 3D printing, textiles, jewelry making, and digital manufacturing tools. They proudly help support small, local entrepreneurs go from making to selling, and from selling to thriving. A membership unlocks access to classes, educational resources, and tools needed to build products, transform ideas into solutions, and a chance to explore making as a professional pathway. Miracle on American Street and their Gift Guide provide craft makers and online businesses exposure within the community while inspiring everyone to shop local and uplift Philadelphia creatives.
At Miracle on American Street, embrace the season of giving by choosing a one-of-a-kind gift for loved ones while supporting NextFab’s local creative community. Guests can enjoy food and beverages from a variety of vendors, including the cuisine of Sor Ynez. Other highlights include tours of the NextFab facilities from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., meeting the makers in their studio spaces used to produce the items available for purchase, product demonstrations, and giveaways. There will also be make-and-take activities including jewelry stamping, make-your-own ornaments, and a make-your-own s’mores area. Once guests find the perfect gifts, purchases can be expertly wrapped in locally designed wrapping paper, adding a special touch to their presents. Bring the whole family and enjoy some fun that celebrates local talent, creativity, and the joy of giving.
A list of vendors can be found here.
To get more gift ideas, NextFab’s annual Gift Guide will be released in early November. The Gift Guide showcases the talent of local artisans and encourages the public to shop local and handmade. It will feature over 50 businesses that work out of NextFab and showcase over 170 products guaranteeing there is something for everyone.
Anyone can enjoy access to NextFab features by becoming a member at https://nextfab.com/join/. Stay up to date on what is happening at NextFab by following them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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