In case you are looking from a break from all the spooky Halloween events this weekend, there are a few shows happening that will help you indulge your crafty side. If you are lucky enough to live near Red Deer, AB, or Kitchener, ON, be sure to head out to support your local crafters and artisans!
-Red Deer, AB: The Our Best to You show is being held at the Parkland and Prairie Pavilions in Westerner Park. Doors Open at 10 am daily from Friday through to Sunday. Adult entry is $5.00, Seniors and Youth are $4.00, kids are free. You can also get a re-entry pass so that you can come back throughout the weekend! You can find directions an exhibitor list, and other details online.
-Kitchener, ON: Bingemans Conference Centre plays host to the ArtWorks Show and Sale this weekend. The show begins at 10:00 am on both Saturday and Sunday, and entrance is $4.00 for adults. (Head to the website for a $1.00 off coupon). An exhibitor gallery can be found here to help you plan your shopping adventure. I’m making my list now… See you there!
~Jennifer
Need a fix of creativity this weekend? Or some quality shopping time for your Handmade Holiday Challenge?? Check out these events taking place over the next few days.
Toronto, ON: The Creativ Festival begins today and runs until Sunday. Head to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre or click here for more info. Doors open at 10:00 am daily.
Oshawa, ON: The Heart of Country Craft Show comes to the General Motors Centre. Running today from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and opening at 10:00 am on Saturday and Sunday. An exhibitor list and other details can be found here.
Ottawa, ON: Feeling festive? The Signatures Christmas Show is coming your way. The show opened yesterday, and runs until Sunday beginning at 10:oo am each day. Head to their site if you would like to know more.
London, ON: The London fairgrounds play host this weekend to the London Art and Crafts Fall Show and Sale. Held at the Canada Building, admission is only $6.00. Doors will open at 1:00 pm today, and 11:00 am on Saturday and Sunday. Further information can be found here.
** As always, if you have a show or sale that you think our readers should know about please let us know! We are more than happy to promote events from coast to coast, and we always appreciate your extra eyes and ears to help us find out about events we may otherwise miss** (thanks to the lovely ladies at Vanilla Bean Desserts we have two great shows on the east coast to share with you in the coming weeks!)
Cheers!
~Jennifer
Ah September… prime time for great fall events! If you are in the Milton area (just a quick drive on the 401 from Toronto), be sure to check out The Milton Farm Fall Craft Show. The show runs on Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, at Country Heritage Park. Cost for admission is only $6.00 (kids are free), and it is well worth it! I attended the spring show, and had a great time. There are over 140 vendors showcasing a great mix of woodworking, jewellery, glass works, clothing, decor, toys, and even delicious gourmet homemade treats.
If you are someone whose style is modern (or “not Country”) don’t let the word Farm scare you away. There are plenty of options to suit every personal style, from funky, to modern, classic, and yes- country.
Directions to Country Heritage Park can be found here. You can find more info about the show on the show site, or call 1-888-307-3276.
Enjoy!
~Jennifer
p.s. Don’t forget about the hundreds of local Fall Fairs going on across the country over the next couple of weeks! Find one near you and head out to support your local agricultural society. You will be sure to see local crafty talent on display in the home crafts area and have lots of fun while you discover the events, competitions, games and rides!
The last long weekend of the summer is almost here, and with it comes the New Brunswick Fine Craft Festival. The show opens today at noon, and running until 5:00 pm on Sunday at Officer’s Square in Fredericton.
In addition to the show and sale of wonderful handmade items, there are live demonstrations of woodworking, weaving, pottery, and more! There is even a children’s craft tent, where the kids get to participate and make a craft of their own to take home!
There are also free musical performances, food booths, and I’m told there may even be some prizes to be won…
For more information, head to the website, or call the New Brunswick Crafts Council at (506) 450-8989.
Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful long weekend,
~Jennifer
Artistic and crafty folks in Winnipeg be warned, you don’t want to miss Saturday’s event at Aqua Books. Known as Winnipeg’s “Cultural City Hall”, it is so much more than a bookstore. If you head down to 274 Garry Street on Saturday, you will find Crafty Minions: The Handmade and Vintage Sale.
Curious as to what you will find at Crafty Minions? The Aqua Books site says it best: “Banish all thoughts of rows and rows of crocheted slippers or washcloths or ponybead keychains…think, instead, vintage-inspired handmade dresses, leather and ribbon wrist corsets, funky jewelery made of vintage silverware, tiny ceramic apartment buildings and octopus tentacles, retro aprons hand-embroidered with sassy 80s pop lyrics…”
Sounds fun, right? Admission is free, and more info can be found here. Doors open at 11:00 am and the show runs until 5:00 pm.
~Wishing I was prairie-bound this weekend,
Jennifer
*As always, if you have an upcoming show or event that our readers should know about, let me know and we will help you spread the word!
The long weekends are always full of fun things to see and do, and this one is no exception. Those of you on the West Coast have the opportunity to check out West Vancouver’s 20th annual Harmony Arts Festival. The festival starts today and runs through to August 8th. Keep in mind that the Craft Market section is open only on the weekends (July 30 – Aug 2, and Aug 6 – 8) at the Ambleside Landing location. The market opens at 4:00 pm on Fridays, and 10:00 am on the Saturdays, Sundays, and Monday. More information about the festival, including driving directions and transit info can be found here.
Can’t get out to Vancouver this weekend? Maybe Toronto is a little closer to home. This weekend the Distillery District plays host to their Mid Summer Craft Show. The show runs from Saturday through to Monday, with doors opening daily at 11:00 am. Admission to the event is free. For parking and transit information, click here.
As always, if you have an event that you think we should know about, drop me a line, (jennifer@canadianhandmade.ca). We would love to help spread the word about crafty gatherings from coast to coast!
~Jennifer
This weekend Head Lake Park in Haliburton plays host to the 46th annual Haliburton Art & Craft Festival.
Over 100 exhibitors are featuring woodworking, jewellery, clay and metal work, and much more. Doors open today at noon, and at 10 am on Saturday and Sunday.
Admission is only $2.00 so if you are in the area, be sure to check it out! You never know what treasures you may find!
~Here’s hoping your weekend is filled with summer fun,
Jennifer
The Muskoka region in Ontario is an area unlike any other. Each summer it plays host to an incredible number of cottagers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts. This weekend is a little bit extra special though, with the Muskoka Arts and Crafts Summer Show beginning today. In it’s 48th year, the show will host 200 artists and over 20,000 guests. Admission is by donation, and parking is free.
Check out the exhibitor list for a sneak peak at the talent that will be on site. The event is held at Annie Williams Memorial Park in Bracebridge (about 2 hours from Toronto). You can see a map here.
If you can tear yourself away from the hammock, the canoe, and the gorgeous scenery, be sure to check out this fabulous show! Doors open daily at 10am from July 16-18.
Enjoy!
~Jennifer
If you are in or near Windsor this weekend, be sure to check out Art in the Park.
There are 275 exhibitors this year (the event’s 32nd), including Ceramics, Woodworking, Fine Art, Clothing, Jewelry, Glasswork, Metals, and so much more! Check out the full exhibitor list here.
There is also musical entertainment, food, and even a special children’s area.
Hours of Operation are:
Saturday June 5th, 10am to 7pm
Sunday June 6th, 10am to 5pm
You can find them at Willistead Park, and shuttles are available from several locations. Check here for shuttle info.
If you are exhibiting or attending this event, be sure to drop us a line and let us know how it went!
Happy Crafting,
Jennifer
