For our Southern California readers, this weekend is the Unique Los Angeles – Spring Event.

Saturday, May 2, 11 am – 7 pm
Sunday, May 3, 11 am – 5 pm

Held at the California Market Center penthouse (110 East Ninth Street, LA, CA – Map It)
$5 per ticket (children 10 and under are free), with 50% of ticket sales benefit a local charity.

Here’s a description of the event from their website.

UNIQUE LOS ANGELES is an exciting two-day shopping event that showcases independent design talent at great prices. The event brings together over 230 of the best designers, artists and merchants. We believe in supporting the community while stimulating the local economy, we thrive on individualism, and we hope to introduce independent design to the masses. There are deals and discoveries a plenty!

Clothing & Accessories • Stationery • Jewelry • Housewares • Artwork • Ceramics
Gourmet Edibles • Plush Toys • Books • Photography • Screenprints • Plus more!

On top of shopping the wide variety of offerings, the event boasts exciting Extras & Amenities, so there is fun for the whole family. Join in the fun at the interactive (and free) DIY Lab, enjoy great food at The UNIQUE Café, and get comfortable in the relaxing Lounge area while enjoying free beer and wine.

With offerings from over 275 local designers, artists and community organizations (yep, that’s 275!) you’ll find something for everyone. For those who like to “get in and get out”, we’ve grouped some of the vendors into categories to help you browse specific products:

The Green Room
This eco-friendly area features an amazing selection of green vendors. The environmentally friendly products include clothing, bath and body care, stationery, bedding and more!

The Hot Mama/Cool Baby Area
The Hot Mama/Cool Baby area features trend-setting artists and designers who are making super-cool stuff for babies, ‘lil tots and moms. You won’t want to miss this adorable area filled with clothing, décor, toys and more!

Art Gallery Row
Whether for your own collection or a gift, find an eclectic selection of art within Gallery Row. A variety of artists from photographers to painters to potters will be here in full force.

I attended their first event last December.  It’s definitely worth the price of admission. It was as though Etsy.com was brought to life.  I will be there with some cash to spend. I hope to see some of you there.

Here’s some photos of the booths that I saw last December.

For more information, check out their website.