Getting back on the Road

ReAwakening Arteries Mobile Boutique: The Magic of Festivals and the Call of the Open Road

With summer fading and the promise of crisp autumn air starting to blow in the leaves of change, 2024 has already been a whirlwind year for Arteries Mobile Boutique. After a couple of years  of slower vending seasons, we’ve embraced the return to the road with open arms. We are reconnecting with the vibrant energy of festivals and rediscovering the magic that makes our mobile boutique more than just a business—it’s a lifestyle, a journey, and a story that keeps getting more juicy.

2023 was about shaking off the dust and diving back into the heart of what we do best: vending our ARTeries and we did it in the comfort of our Asheville downtown Artist Market at Pack Place North.

This year we have continued to keep our Friday weekly market all the while seeking new opportunities. From the street music 🎶 of Downtown After Five  to the traditional bluegrass of Earl Scruggs Musical Fest in Tryon, we’ve been finding our groove, sharing our carefully curated pieces with festival-goers across the state of North Carolina.

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of setting up shop in a festival setting, where every day brings a new wave of energy and inspiration. The fashion we bring to these events isn’t just clothing and accessories; it’s a statement, an extension of the creative, free-spirited communities that come together in these magical spaces. And it’s been incredible to be back, watching people rediscover the joy of in-person shopping, trying on something that makes them feel confident, unique, and connected to the moment.

ARTeries has never been just about the sales. Being back on the festival circuit has allowed us to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and be a part of the vibrant, eclectic culture that festivals foster. Every interaction reminds us why we do what we do—because there’s something magical about being part of these creative communities.

The road itself has always been part of the magic for us. Every trip is a reminder of the freedom and possibility that comes with a mobile business. From sunrise drives through  my mountain city as it awakens to unexpected stops in small hidden gem 💎 towns. The journey is often as rewarding as the destination.

In the second half of 2024, we’re feeling more in tune with that sense of adventure than ever before. It’s in those quiet moments on the road when the world feels wide open, and anything  could happen like that Ellie Goulding🎶 song. We’re embracing the detours, the spontaneous stops, and the beauty of not always knowing exactly what’s around the next bend.

The last few months have reminded us that the open road is our canvas, and every mile brings with it the potential for something new—a new connection, a new idea, a new story to tell. We’re leaning into that uncertainty, knowing that it’s part of what makes this journey so exciting and expanding our horizons for the upcoming seasons. 

As we enter the latter half of 2024, our dreams for the future are growing bigger. We’ve reignited our love for the road, and now, we’re thinking about where it might take us next. There are still so many festivals to visit, so many places to explore, and so many adventures to be had.

We’re planning new routes, considering pop-up events in cities and towns we haven’t yet visited, and even dreaming of international travels that could take Arteries Mobile Boutique to new cultures and historic places. The beauty of a mobile boutique is that it can go wherever the road leads, and in 2024, that road is still calling us to keep moving forward.

This year has already given us a taste of the magic of the road, and now, we’re ready for more. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or are just discovering Arteries Mobile Boutique for the first time, we can’t wait to share the rest of this journey with you.

Here’s to more festivals, more adventures, and the endless possibilities that lie ahead on the open road! Come Aboard and share the love!