3 Weekends of Shopping Until Christmas: Less Than A Month To Go

I know I seem a little gift orientated with these 5,4,3 weekends of shopping left but I do actually love giving gifts...especially to kids.  Gift giving does not have to be this huge materialistic craze that everyone loaths.  I know what my kids truly want and they get that.  I just try to keep the rest of the junk out of the house.  Even a $100 gift can be junk if no one plays with it.  We give ideas to family who do buy gifts and we encourage imaginative play.  I think we are so worried that buying gifts is bad but it really can be a way of celebrating together.  It shows that you are paying attention to your child when you find the perfect gift for them.  We have to remember that kids are made to roam.  They are meant to be crazy, curious, run around, and play make believe.  Times are different then when our parents were kids.  Our small kids will not be running the streets unsupervised sowing their oats and letting their crazies out.  So to find the right toys, shows, and books to channel their energy is necessary in a mostly indoor life.  Around here we spend hours outside from Spring to Fall but when the cold blows in we end up inside most of the time.  We have many friends to play with but that still requires activities or toys.  I am thankful for the toys we have and we get rid of the toys that don't get used.
There...that's my preaching of the day.  ;) Gifts are good.  With that all said.....here is where YOU should be this week:

Tomorrow's: Great West Life

Wednesday, December 1st (11am-1pm)

Crafty Minions: The Handmade & Vintage Sale
Sat, Dec. 4th, 2010 (11am-5pm)
Aqua Books
274 Garry St

Springs Christian Academy Craft Sale
Saturday, Dec. 4th (10am-4pm)
Springs Church
595 Lagimodiere Blvd

Pinawa Winter Town Market

December 4th, 2010 (10am -3pm)

Community Centre in Pinawa Secondary School

11th Annual Christmas Craft and Bake Sale at Miles Macdonell Collegiate
Saturday, December 4th, 2010 (10am-3pm)
757 Roch Street

Paws for the Season at the Humane Society
Sunday, December 5th, 2010 (12pm-5pm)

This Ain't Your Grandma's Craft Show
December 5th, 2010 (6pm-10pm)
Park Theatre, (South) 698 Osborne St

Tuxedo Community Club Holiday Craft Sale
December 5th, 2010 (10am-3pm)
368 Southport Blvd
3 Buildings of Crafters!!

I am trying to get to the Crafty Minions because I LOVE vintage clothes and housewares as well as possibly the This Ain't Your Grandma's Craft Show because I missed last weekend's sale with the Manitoba Craft Council Sale.  I have visited quite a few sales this season so I am tuckering out slightly and my Christmas gifts have all been bought.  :)  So if anyone has a report on any sale please email it to me and I will be happy to post it.  I'd love to hear which crafters blew your mind, what you bought, and any other craft sale stories.   Email me at handmadeinmanitoba@gmail.com.

Decadence Chocolates Offers Free Delivery For Holiday Season

Helen Staines, Chocolatier of Decadence Chocolates, is someone new that I met at the Vineyard Craft Sale.  Her table that was topped with beautifully decorated belgian chocolates.  It was an easy stop for my wallet and I.  She had boxes of cocoa butter decorated chocolates, large chocolate bars, gift baskets with treats and chocolate dip, and little tin foil wrapped chocolates for the tree.  The chocolate tree decorations were my pick.  They did look pretty on the tree for about a day until the kids realized they were chocolates and they have been plucking them off one by one.  I have to admit, I too have been stealing them.  I am not sure if there are any left.  :(

Decadence Chocolates is offering free delivery on Winnipeg orders over $25 for the holiday season.  She also can be found at a few more craft sales this season:

 College Jeanne Sauve Craft Sale
December 4th, 2010 (10am-3pm)
1128 Dakota St

Tuxedo Community Centre Craft Sale
December 5th, 2010 (10am-3pm)
368 Southport

Montrose School Craft Sale
December 11th, 2010 (9am-4pm)
Between Elm and Montrose on Grant

Last Chance Craft Sale
December 12th, 2010 (11am-5pm)
Club Regent
1415 Regent Ave W

Decadence Chocolates can also be found at these Winnipeg shops:

Chocolate Zen
553 Osborne Street S

Joe Black Coffee Bar
2037 Portage Ave (By Assiniboine Park)

Decadence Chocolates
http://www.decadencechocolates.ca/ 
204-292-7262
Winnipeg
Helen@decadencechocolates.ca

Sweet Sparrow's Making Pocket Diapers Locally

Sweet Sparrow is a Mom and Daughter duo sewing diapers, wipes, and wet bags out of Morden.  They have perfected the pocket diaper with a combination of soft bamboo fleece that is naturally antibacterial and soft for sensitive skin, a laminated polyester outer layer to keep clothes dry, and a tri-fold insert that has one super soft layer of moisture-wicking bamboo fleece and one side absorbent microfiber.  The bamboo fleece is safe to put next to the babies skin and the microfibre locks the moisture inside and away from baby.  They also are using a one sized design that allows a snug fit regardless if you baby is a newborn, long, short, chubby, or lean with four rise and four waist settings.

Along with their diapers they sell large cloth wipes and wet bags made to store in your bag for diaper changes or other wet items.

I know there are many diaper companies out there but again it is very easy to shop local for the same or less money.  The diaper makers I know here have children.  They have tested them on their own kiddos and have found them the best design for baby's comfort. 

Sweet Sparrow
http://www.zibbet.com/sweetsparrowdesign

Today's Vineyard Craft Sale

Wow was it a good sale!  I ended up only able to go to one sale because I promised my kids that I would be home by lunch to put the tree up.  We chose the Vineyard Sale over the Manitoba Craft Council Sale only because I was meeting a couple crafters there.  Both I really wanted to get to.  I am sad that I missed the MCC one but I do look forward to the This Ain't You Grandma's Craft Sale coming up soon.  :)

I only have a couple minutes to write today so I will do a longer feature in a couple days on who I saw at today's sale and post about some crafters that I haven't featured before but we were very impressed with.  This craft sale reminded me again of a large Etsy site come to life.  ;)  The goods made were unique and beautifully done.  Those who knit, crocheted, & sewed made new styles including elf pointed, tasseled, home made buttons, neck muffs, wrist bands, and other creative designs.  The jewelry was made with fabrics, leather, clay, feathers, and more.  Children's items were classy, kitsch, trend setting, and cute.  Art ranged from beautiful hand stitched quilted pieces, to nature inspired photography, to hand painted butterflies, metal or cloth wall hangings, to modern and edgy drawings, images, and photography.  With that all said the prices were right too.  Pottery pieces starting at $5 each, knitwear for $10-$20, art pieces for $20 - $50, handmade chocolates for a few dollars.  The sale coordinators really do a fabulous job promoting and getting the right crafters for this sale each year.  Congrats to the Vineyard Church and this years craft sale!  The place was rocking so I am sure they, along with the crafters, made the money they needed.  :)

Everyone Needs Soap But Does Your Soap Make You Shiver?

It is not due to my obsession with soap that I am featuring another soap maker.  I really do think there can't be too many soap makers around.  There is absolutely NO reason to use a harsh terrible soap like Zest, Irish Spring, or even a whoosy soap like Ivory.  :)  I would be very very happy if every one of you would buy one bar of soap from a craft sale this season.  It will change you.  ;)

Ok....so off with my soap banter and onto the good stuff.  Shiver Soaps is my soap maker of the week and I plan to buy a bar or two from her this weekend at the Vineyard sale.  Sheila Terra of Shiver Soaps has a soap passion and she describes it on her blog:

"Shiver Soaps are uniquely handmade, no two batches are alike. For me, making soap is a passion before it is a business. I use organic and natural ingredients and price my soaps fairly. Natural products should be accessible to all........ everyone needs soap but does your soap make you shiver?"

Sheila has large variety of yummy soaps for you to try:

-bamboo scrub
-citrus spice
-Cocoa HoHo
-Coconut Confetti
-Beer and Lemongrass
-Grapefruit Splash
-Hemp, Shea and Loofah
-Lite Spiced Beer
-Dingo Ate My Baby (South Australian Shiraz, hemp oil and beer confetti)
-naked ladies (literally)
-Fight Club soap
-Coffee and Tea Tree
-Castile unscented
-lavender and chocolate
-red wine marble
-tangerine chocolate

Shiver Soaps can be found at many craft sales this season so have a sniff at her table and give one or six a try. :)

Manitoba Craft Council's Handmade Holiday Sale at the West End Cultural Center

Friday November 26  5pm - 10pm

Vineyard Art and Craft Fair
Saturday November 27 10am - 4pm
782 Main Street

Tuxedo Community Centre Craft Sale
Sunday Dec 5 10am - 3pm
I will be in the lawn bowling building.

Anarchist Craft Show at the West End Cultural Centre
Friday Dec 17 5pm-11:30pm
Saturday Dec18 1pm - 11:30pm

Beautiful Mercy and Other Works Art Show

Saint Benedict's Table presents Beautiful Mercy and Other Works Art Show and Music Launch happening December 2nd until the 4th. The opening reception happens December 2nd from 7:00-9:30pm. The Exhibition is open December 3rd from 12-7pm, and December 4th from 1-4pm.  The show is located inside the Exchange Church at 200-75 Albert Street.  

Here is a link to their site:
http://stbenedictstable.ca/2010/11/mercy/

And here is some info about the event:

"An exhibit of the art of our community."

"Earlier this year, we published Beautiful Mercy, a unique collection of art, writing and music produced by a wide array of members and friends of Saint Benedict’s Table. We thought it would be a good thing to host an art exhibit featuring many of the visual pieces from this book, along with other works by people from the Saint Benedict’s Table circle.

And because Beautiful Mercy includes a CD of original music, it just made sense to incorporate a concert into the exhibit, so on Friday December 3 we’ll be holding the official launch for the new CD by Mike Koop’s Multitude of Sins. The evening kicks off at 8:00pm with an opening set by Alana Levandoski, followed by a fully “plugged in” set by Mike and the band. Admission is only $10 (or $25 including a copy of the CD)."

4 Weekends of Shopping Until Christmas: So Get Moving! :)

This weekend coming up has a couple craft sales I have been looking forward too.  Whether I can get to both I don't know but I will try my darndest.  I would like to get to the Manitoba Craft Council Handmade Holiday Sale and the Vineyard Craft Sale.  I wish the MCCHHS would start earlier Friday because I have plans Friday night so I will have to do both Saturday.  I wonder if they will change it for me.  ;)

Here's what's happening.  If you know of any I have missed please let me know and I will add it to the list. handmadeinmanitoba@gmail.com

Manitoba Craft Council Handmade Holiday Sale
Friday, Nov. 26th (5pm-10pm)
Saturday, Nov. 27th (10am-4pm)
581 Ellice St
West End Cultural Centre

LITE Wild Blueberry Pancake Breakfast & Craft Fair Fundraiser
November 26th, 2010 (7am-10am)
Indian and Metis Friendship Centre
45 Robinson, at Dufferin
Tickets are $12, $5 for low-income earners and free for children under 12 years, and can be purchased at all Assiniboine Credit Union Locations, at the LITE office (942-8578), or at the door at the Breakfast.

Vineyard Craft Sale
Saturday, Nov 27th (10am - 4pm)
782 Main street
For table info contact Chandra:
wcv.craftsale@gmail.com

MCC Craft & Bake Sale
November 27th
10,000 Villages
134 Plaza Drive

Christmas Craft Sale (Homemade & Homebaked Crafts Only)
November 27th, 2010 (10am-3pm)
Seven Sisters Falls Community Club
53 Elizabeth Cresent
St. Norbert Y Neighbours
November 27th, 2010 (10am-3pm)
Eagles Club in St. Norbert
3459 Pembina Hwy

St.James Y-Neighbors Christmas Craft Sale
November 27th, 2010 (9am-3pm)
Maranatha Evangelical Free Church
910 Sturgeon Road

What I Fancied Today At The Creative Collection Craft Sale

PU Toes corduroy dress for my little girl

This craft sale was pretty great.  As Lori from Sling Sisters pointed out it was a show for the Manitoba Etsy Sites.  Most tables were very different and I could have spent hundreds of dollars.  I resisted some of the gravitational pull being released by many of the tables but I still spent more than I had planned.  This is a very good thing.  :)

I bought a couple of gifts for the kiddos and my Just The Goods bath melts and sugar scrub.  I also bought four cupcakes that were delicious but we ate them so fast that I didn't get a photo.  Do you really want to sit at home looking at a photo of a cupcake?  That is just not fair for any of you who didn't get to munch one today.  ;)

Tasha's Soaps n' Stuff animal soaps for the kids and my niece.  Belt Clips by Snugglewunkins for my little girl who has absolutely no butt or hips to keep her pants up.  :)

 My Just The Goods fix: Bath Melts & Sugar Scrub.

"It's a Man's World and You Can Have It" card by Rebecca Hadfield of Zenbecca

Where to find the artisans above:

PU Toes - baby shoes and baby to preschool clothes
http://myputoes.blogspot.com/2008/12/welcome.html

Tasha's Soaps n' Stuff - animal and freezer pop soaps
http://tashassoaps.webs.com/

Snugglywunkins - lots of kid stuff

http://www.snugglywunkins.com

Just The Goods - bath and skin care
http://www.justthegoods.net/

Zenbecca - pins, shirts, cards, and more
http://www.etsy.com/shop/zenbecca?ref=pr_profile
http://ticketyblog.blogspot.com  

Other tables that got my interest but not my money this time were:

JLP Designs - jewellery
www.jlpdesigns.etsy.com
jlpdesigns@live.ca

Monkey Business Card Company - i liked the monkeys
monkeybusinesscardco@live.ca

Love Bug Creations - awesome felt food
www.facebook.com/lovebugcreations1
lovebugscreations@live.com
(204) 779-2249

Prairie Wire Designs - wire wrapped jewellery
http://prairiewiredesigns.etsy.com
prairiewiredesigns@gmail.com

Heaven's Earth - art, jewellery, bean bags, and broaches
http://www.etsy.com/shop/heavensearth
http://www.facebook.com/heavensearth

TuTu Pretty - tutus for babes, kids, and dolls
http://www.etsy.com/shop/makemetutupretty

Manic Mittens - baby, children's, and adult accessories, tutus, and more
http://www.manicmittens.com/home

Constance Popp Chocolatier at Signature's Craft Show This Weekend

Constance Popp is iconic with her chocolate moulding and designs.  Her beautiful Christmas chocolates are sure to impress anyone you know.  Choose her chocolates this season for gifts, stocking stuffers, or a dining room centerpiece.

Stop in at her artisan chocolate shop at 1853 Portage Ave or visit her at the Signature's Craft Show this weekend at the Convention Centre .

Constance Popp Chocolatier
http://www.artisanchocolates.ca
1853 Portage Ave
(204) 897-0689

Two Artisans Are Whipping Up Dessert Soaps For The Creative Collection Craft Fair

I have recently posted about Just the Goods who will be at the Crescentwood Community Centre Craft Sale Sunday.  She is the Bath & Body Queen but there will be two bar soap makers at the sale.  There are very few things I like better than a good bar of soap.  As I have stated before...there are squirt soap people and bar soap people and I am the latter.  Tasha Soaps and Spa Cakes brings the fun into bathing with delicious dessert looking soaps.  They have fun soap pops, cake slices, and more tasty treats that look good enough to eat.  Also, Tasha Soaps makes fun rubber duck soaps and other squeaky fun toys that will make your kiddo want to wash up.  Have a peak at the photos below and their websites to see what they are all about.  

Tasha Soaps
http://tashassoaps.webs.com/

Spa Cakes
http://www.spacakes.blogspot.com/

A Little Bit of Paper's Christmas Cards at Craft Sale This Weekend

If you are planning to head to Hallmark or a department store for your Christmas cards this year you may want to rethink that and get handmade cards instead.  A Little Bit of Paper and her handmade Christmas cards can be found at the Crescentwood Craft Sale this weekend. 

Even if you can't make it to this sale most craft sales at this time of year do have a handmade card creator and from fifty cents to a few dollars you can get a beautiful unique card.  You can also choose a different one for each loved one rather then buying a box set at the departments store.  Here is a peak at what A Little Bit of Paper has been up to this month.  If you like what you see head over the Crescentwood Community Centre Sunday to pick up your cards this season. :)

http://alittlebitofpaper.blogspot.com/

Brandon's 8th Annual Riverbank Christmas Craft Sale

Dawn Riddle from Brandon Riverbank Inc., a non-profit, charitable organization emailed me today about their craft sale this weekend.  They are holding their 8th Annual Riverbank Christmas Craft Sale.

The sale is exclusively handmade items including La Doll-ce Vita by Genevieve, Whimsical Creations by Olivia, alpaca products, jewellery, baking, preserves, chocolates, ornaments, art, moccasins, juggling sticks, wallets, coasters, soaps, dog coats and accessories and so much more!

Here are the details about the sale.  I hope it is a success!

The Riverbank Discovery Centre ~
8th Annual Christmas Craft Sale
Saturday, November 20th (10am-3pm)
545 Conservation Drive, Brandon
FREE admission

Heavens Earth's Musings At Craft Fair This Weekend

Serena & her creative musings will be at the Creative Collection Craft Fair at the Crescentwood Community Centre this weekend.  She has been working hard and has a teaser on her Facebook page about what she will have available.  Here's the link to her Facebook page for the sale: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=119379804754796



If you are a fan you can keep track of her 365 days a year on Facebook, Etsy, and her Blog:
http://www.facebook.com/heavensearth
www.heavensearth.etsy.com
www.serenawilsonstubson.blogspot.com


I can't wait to see her table this weekend. :)

5 Weekends of Shopping Until Christmas: Where To Go?

This weekend is one of the busiest weekends for craft shows this year so get out and have some fun!

Signature Craft Show
November 18th-21st, 2010
Winnipeg Convention Centre

Manitoba Hydro Building

Portage Ave

Friday, November 19th from (12pm-6pm)

Saturday, November 20th from (9am-4pm)

Northgate Shopping Centre Christmas Craft Sale
November 19th-21st
1399 McPhillips St

15th Annual Christmas Craft Sale
John Pritchard School
Saturday, November 20th, 2010 (930am-3pm)
1490 Henderson Highway
Free admission.

Earl Grey Craft Sale & Flee Market
November 20th, 2010 (9am-3pm)
Earl Grey Community Centre
360 Cockburn St. N

Christmas Craft Sale & Trade Show
November 20th, 2010 (10am-6pm)
Heritage Victoria Community Club
Sturgeon Road

Transcona Craft & Bake Sale
November 20th, 2010 (10am-4pm)
505 Brewster Street

Lac du Bonnet Craft & Gift Sale
Saturday November 20th (10am - 4pm)

Creative Collection Craft Sale
Sunday, Nov 21st, 2010 (10am-4pm)
Crescentwood Community Center

1170 Corydon Ave
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119379804754796

Chalmers Community Centre Craft sale
November 20th, 2010

Where I'll Be Next Weekend

There are two craft fairs that I am going to try my best to get to next weekend:  Earl Grey Craft Sale & Flee Market, November 20th, 2010 (9am-3pm) at the Earl Grey Community Centre (360 Cockburn St. N) and Creative Collection Craft Sale, Sunday, Nov 21st, 2010 (10am-4pm) at the Crescentwood Community Center (1170 Corydon Ave). 

I have information on the Creative Collection Craft Sale that I cut from their Facebook page.  It is great because it lists all the artisans at the sale.  Have a peak below or get more info from:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119379804754796

Photos show from: JorganJamber, Kiddlebug, Heavens Earth, Mrs. Glockenheimen, S.O.L Clothing, & Tiketyboo.

 














"ManicMittens is pleased to bring you the 3rd annual Creative Collection Craft Fair.

Crescentwood Community Center will be bursting with talent on November 21st, 2010. Over 60 crafters and artisans will have tables set up to show and sell their wares!

Click to see much more.
...
Get your holiday shopping done with unique hand crafted gifts.
Be vocal, shop local!

 *free admission*
*raffle with submissions from all crafters*
*raffle proceeds go to Doctors Without Borders http://www.msf.ca/*
*full canteen on site*"

Crafters/Artists are as follows:

Jest Stix Juggling

Non Profit:
Craig Street Cats http://cats.wolseleygirl.com/
Boston Terrier and Pug Rescue of MB
Reaching Across Borders

Soap and Body Products:
Just The Goods http://www.justthegoods.net/
Tasha's Soaps n Such http://tashassoaps.webs.com/
Spa Cakes Soap Company http://www.spacakes.blogspot.com/

Jewelry:
Ruth Markham Jewelry - japanese paper and glass
Alyssia Silverberg Beaded Jewelry
aeDESIGNS
Belle Epoque http://www.etsy.com/shop/theenchantedmaiden
JLP Designs http://www.jlpdesigns.etsy.com/
Unicorn4960 www.unicorn4960.etsy.com
Prairie Wire Designs http://prairiewiredesigns.etsy.com/
Emms Gems http://www.etsy.com/shop/emmsgems
Pat's Gemstone Creations
Mrs. Glockenheimen http://www.mrsglockenheimen.weebly.com/


Sewing and Such:
Sewing By Jody http://www.sewingbyjody.webs.com/
Degraced http://desgraced.com/
Wendy Ayres
Kiddlebug http://kiddlebug.etsy.com/
Tawny Bee http://tawnybee.etsy.com/
TuTu Pretty http://www.etsy.com/shop/makemetutupretty
"Just Cats"
Snuggly Wunkins http://www.snugglywunkins.com/
Lovebug Creation - Felt Play Food
Cute as a Button
S.O.L Clothing http://www.shrioflife.com/
Elliven http://elliven.etsy.com/
P.U. Toes http://myputoes.blogspot.com/2008/12/welcome.html

Honey and Candles:
Sweetness and Light

Cards/Paper Craft:
Monkey Business Card Co
A Little Out of the Ordinary www.alittleoutoftheordinary.webs.com
A Little Bit of Paper http://alittlebitofpaper.blogspot.com/
The Card Cupboard.

Knit and Crochet:
Judy Berthman
Merlene Partkau
Ashlee Snell

Upcycliing:
Tiketyboo http://www.etsy.com/shop/zenbecca
mozy rue http://mozyrue.com/
Shades of Gray: Vinyl Recreations
Nancy Goncalves Basket Full of Treats
JorganJamber http://www.etsy.com/shop/JorganJamber

Pottery and stone:
Coney Island Glass & Stoneware
Fired Up by Lainie Rozner
Karen Burgess
Sunrise Mosaics www.sunrisemosaics.ca

Wood:
Psychedelic Endeavours
Crafts By Irene http://www.craftsbyirene.com/
Jan and Bob Proctor
Strokes By U
Corinne's Crafts

Baking/Jams/etc
Julia's Jams and Jellies
Gloria's Gourmet Coffee http://www.Gloriasgourmetcoffee.com/
Leanne Farough & Maria Danakas baking and crafts.
Jiggity Jack Candy www.jiggityjackcandy.com

Art/Photography
Wild Feather Art
Heavens Earth http://www.heavensearth.etsy.com/

R.Steen Craft Sale Was Awesome As Usual

Marathon 1981

I just got back from this sale and it has not let me down.  It is a very simple, comfortable sale.  It is one of my favorites each year and I always end up spending more money there then any other sale. The kiddos are eating popcorn and watching Toy Story 3 so I have a moment to talk about my morning at R.E.Steen. :)

R.E.Steen was a mix of knitwear, handmade dolls & stuffies, jewelry, soap, photography, art, tasty treats for all, and more.  I picked up my stock of soaps made by Soaps N Stuff and Sandy's Soap.  I got a beautiful headband with feathers from Calamity Ayne, knit dish clothes, button earrings for my girl for Christmas, cloth bookmarks, blueberry raspberry jam, African hot sauce, art postcards by Marathon 1981, sugar cookies, and a soapstone dish made in Kenya. 

I was not a very thoughtful shopper today because I forgot to get business cards.  I can't feature many of the artisans. :(  Sorry.  If I miss someone please let me know and I will add it to the list.  :)

Calamity Ayne art and design
www.etsy.com/shop/calamityayne
calamityayne@yahoo.ca

Soaps N Stuff
www.soapsnstuff.com
soapsnstuff@hotmail.com

Sandy's Soap
www.freewebs.com/sandysoap
bssshome@mts.net

Marathon 1981
http://attack1980sattack.blogspot.com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/marathon1981

Just The Goods and Her Fabulous Bath Melts

One of my favorite bath and body creators is OBVIOUSLY Just The Goods.  I have featured her goodies a few times.  I want you all to have a chance in buying her handmade, natural skin care.  I will be in line for her fabulous bath melts.  The are a HEAVENLY way to relax on a cold winter night.  

You can find Just For Goods and her amazing bath melts: 

November 21 — Creative Collection Craft Sale
Crescentwood Community Center
1170 Corydon Ave, Winnipeg

November 26 — Handmade Holiday Sale/This Ain’t Your Grandma’s Craft Sale
West End Cultural Centre
586 Ellice Avenue, Winnipeg

December 4 — Crafty Minions
Aqua Books
274 Garry Street, Winnipeg

December 5 — This Ain’t Your Grandma’s Craft Sale
Park Theatre
698 Osborne Street, Winnipeg

http://www.justthegoods.net 

http://www.etsy.com/shop/justthegoods

Manitoba Craft Council Proclaims To Have The Event of The Year. We Will See. :D

Manitoba Craft Council and This Ain't Your Grandma's Craft Sale are pairing up on Friday night to bring you the Best of Manitoba Craft under one roof.  They definitely entice me with their promise of thirty-eight and counting contemporary craft artists, live music, dancing, & food. 

This gala event takes place Friday, Nov 26 (5pm-10 pm) and Saturday, Nov 27 (10am-4pm) at the West End Cultural Centre.

Some Fine Crafters You Will See Here:

Tesh Kosowan (upcycled leather purses, etc), Sigourney Burrell (Ruby Feathers jewellery), Michael Astill and Maria Deschauer (ceramics), Gaetanne Sylvester (ceramics), Alison Norberg (fibre), Joy Bamford (stained glass), Johanna Brierley (jewellery), Elise Nadeau (ceramics), tamara rae biebrich (printed Tees, etc.), Evelin Richter (ceramics), Joanne Seiff (wool n' things), Ruth Smith (Periwinkle Dzines jewellery), Jolanta Sokalska (fused and stained glass), Ron Rempel (found object jewellery), PJ Anderson (ceramics).

Be there or you'll be sorry. :)

www.manitobacraft.ca