COVID-19 Safety Protocols: Indie Craft Parade Shop Edition

We can’t wait to see you at Indie Craft Parade: The Shop Edition. Thank you for prioritizing purchases from makers and small businesses.

Here are the precautions we have put in place for this event, based on current CDC and Government guidelines, and what we feel best protects our staff and our shoppers.

Thank you for understanding, for shopping with us, and for helping us support independent artists and makers. 

Please read through our list of policies so you know what to expect when you shop with us.

Our staff will be wearing masks as well as implementing regular sanitizing procedures to ensure the space remains safe for everyone.

Shop Occupancy  Due to our square footage, we will be limiting shoppers in the store to allow for appropriate distance. If we are at max occupancy, you may need to wait outside until space opens up.

Hand Sanitizer  Complimentary hand sanitizer will be provided when you walk in the door. We ask that all customers utilize the sanitizer upon entering.

Masks  We will be requiring customers (including children over the age of 2) to wear masks in the store. If you have a mask, please bring it. If you do not have your own mask, we will provide a disposable mask for you.

Payment  To eliminate points of contact, the Pop Up Shop will be accepting card payments only. If you have the option, we encourage iPhone users to set up Apple Pay for a completely touchless transaction.

Children If shopping with young children, we ask that you keep them close to you or in a carrier or stroller. Children over the age of 2 will be required to wear a mask.

Other Helps If you normally communicate via lip reading and want to shop in store, a sanitized whiteboard will be available to help facilitate communication while wearing a mask.  

We understand that each person has different viewpoints about what kinds of safety measures are necessary. Our goal is to prioritize the safety of our community as a whole as we keep each other safe.

Handmade Tour of Greenville, SC

Originally posted on visitgreenvillesc.com, updated for 2020

If you’re headed to Greenville, SC for a visit (no matter how short!), be sure to check out some of our favorite places to buy handmade and local goods around town. We’ve mapped out a Day of Handmade that includes a few classic spots, but plan to take your time, wander, and discover something new!

First Stop: The Village

Start your day off at The Village Grind with a delicious cup of coffee or tea, and don’t pass up the chance to try a pastry! Baked at Greenville’s own Bakeroom, the Morning Buns and Croissants are a don’t-miss treat. 

The Village Grind in Greenville’s art district

Sit and enjoy your breakfast in the cozy plant-filled shop, or take your drinks on a leisurely walk through The Village – Greenville’s art district. To your right as you leave The Village Grind, bright murals at Carol’s next door and on the side of The Anchorage restaurant beg to be a photo backdrop. Be sure to stop by the Darin R Gehrke Ceramics shop between the murals. Or wander left from The Village Grind and check out the shops in The Saltbox and at 547 Perry.

Tip: If you’re up for a longer stroll, head left past the angular Flatiron Building to Art & Light Gallery at 16 Aiken Street. They’re open from 10-4 every Saturday and feature rotating artist shows. It’s easy to pick out the gallery from surrounding houses thanks to the splashes of color on its side.

Art & Light Gallery exterior, mural by Greenville artists @eva_magill_oliver and @sunnymullarkeystudio

Second Stop: The Trail

Next, head to Swamp Rabbit Cafe & Grocery. Not only is it a convenient stop for cyclists on the trail, it’s Greenville’s source for local food, drink, snacks and more. You can shop for produce from local farmers and also find locally made gift items like soaps, candles, tea towels, and chocolate! Four Saturdays a year, you’ll also find them hosting the popular Swamp Rabbit Flea where you can meet the makers behind many of these goods. This is a fantastic lunch spot, so grab a bite while you’re there.

Local goods at Swamp Rabbit Grocery

Next Stop: Downtown

If you're spending any time in our lovely downtown area, The Mast General Store is a popular tourist stop that also stocks some local art. Just one block north, you’ll find Greenville’s new Make Made Jewelry studio, which features over a dozen jewelry artisans as well as bags and gift items. They’re open Tuesday - Saturday, from 10am - 5pm.

Make Made Jewelry on Main Street

Final Stop: Stone’s Point

On the edge of downtown Greenville, you’ll find The Landmark Flagship store, which features a selection of travel and outdoor items alongside tee shirts that are designed and produced in Greenville. The shop also houses a Methodical Coffee location, where you can grab a coffee or milkshake for an afternoon treat.

Landmark Methodical at Stone’s Point

If you’re visiting on a weekday, pop into Urban Digs, next door where you’ll find plants and terrariums alongside handmade jewelry, children’s items and art. It’s a lovely place to find unique handcrafted items.

To wrap up your day, stop by Community Tap for a drink. Depending on the time of day, you may even find a food truck out front ready to serve up dinner.

Of course, if you happen to be in Greenville in September, you’ll want to come see Indie Craft Parade at Furman University. The 2020 festival will take place September 18-20 and features over 100 southern artists and makers.