Craft Fairs SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT
2013 BLACK PRESS OFFICIAL GUIDE
HOLIDAY
Annual Creative Craft Fairs! N
ow celebrating its 36th year, Creative Craft Fairs remains one of Vancouver Islands’ finest and most established fairs and attracts thousands of visitors looking for exciting handmade and imported gifts for the holiday season. Coordinator Deanna Walters invites you to start your Christmas shopping. She is thrilled to announce new and returning exhibitors. Some of these exhibitors include: Gwennith Robinson makes “keyblings”. Leila Khakbaz strives to bring creations from unique regions of the world. Ande Axelrod and Cathy Beaumont from “Treats Designs” create colorful and distinctive earrings, bracelets, necklaces and unique bookmarks. There is always plenty to see and do from enjoying snacks or lunch at Truffles Catering food area to visiting the children’s area. The Pearkes Venue provides a relaxed spacious environment that is wheelchair accessible. The last day for enjoyable shopping is Monday November 11Th!
STRAWBERRY VALE
29 Annual Handmade Show th
November 2 & 3
10 - 4pm both days 11 High Street (Corner of High St. & Burnside Rd.) Near Victoria General Hospital
Juried Artisans
Door Prizes
Christmas Decorations Body Care Products Original art work Jewelry • Pottery • Knitting Candles • Salsa • Glass works Wood Items • Stained Glass Purses and bags • Childrens Toys Christmas Ornaments Honey jams and jellies Paper Art and Greeting Cards Kids Quilts and Placemats Adult and Children’s Clothing Pet products: Mats, Crate Pads, Treats Wind Chimes, Lamps, Key Rings/Gems Gourmet food to take home and eat in Always new and unique products for anyone on your list.
www.sewcute.ca/craftfair.htm For info call Leslie 250.479.2276
Calico Christmas an event to celebrate! R
elax and enjoy the festivities as we celebrate the holiday season at this year’s Calico Christmas Craft Show! Bring along a friend or two and make it a day of shopping, food and Christmas fun. Whether you are looking for that perfect, meaningful gift for a loved one or a little treat for yourself, there is something unique and
exciting for every person on your list. With over 90 of B.C.’s best artisans displaying their wares, there is an incredible selection of unique, vintage and contemporary handmade items sure to delight and inspire. Don’t forget to take a little break from your shopping and enjoy a delicious meal or dessert at the Calico Kitchen.
Strawberry Vale Christmas Craft Fair
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he countdown to Christmas has begun. Celebrating 29 years of high quality, juried products presented by The Strawberry Vale Christmas Craft Fair. Michelle Coccola will help you add that flair with her own line of wire and bead jewelry. Jane and Mark Bateman’s booth comes alive with the brilliant and dazzling colors reflected through their talented glasswork. Added to the assortment is Firefly Design Jewellery by Ruby Haig(new). Adding some “ring to the bling” is Patti Lenardon’s creations. Roz Van Dyk’s “Shattered By Light” stained glass sun catchers, vases, ornaments and candles adds much Spread the word to your family and friends and come to support our local, handmade artisans… Saturday and Sunday Nov 2nd and 3rd, 10am - 4pm www.sewcute.ca\craftfair.htm
25th Anniversary Celebration!
Artisan Fair FRIDAY Nov. 29
SATURDAY Nov. 30
10am w –w9pm 10 am – 6pm w.outof hand.ca
SUNDAY Dec. 1
10am – 4:30pm
Crystal Garden, 713 Douglas St. Celebrating 25 years of excellence in craft, Out of Hand presents art, fabulous fashion, artisan food, home décor and wonderful accessories. Join us Friday night for a fun fashion show and cocktail party. Check out the website for more info. We’ve got lots of special deals from the community, and great prizes!
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