October 2010



Exhibiton:
The Makings: A Group Exhibition of Ceramics - Banff, AB
Dates:
October 1 - 30, 2010
Location:
Willock & Sax Gallery
Banff, AB
Comments:

The month of October will be a time of discovery at the Willock & Sax Gallery. The gallery will host a group exhibition of ceramic works by a changing progression of ceramic artists. The show will be an evolution throughout the month of October featuring established senior gallery artists, a selection of innovative mid-career, and emerging individuals.

Ceramic artists will include John Chalke, Barbara Tipton, Bradley Keys, Les Manning, Fran Cuyler, Neil Liske, Ed Bamiling, Sean Kunz, Aaron Nelson, and more throughout the month of October. In addition, historic works by Luke Lindoe and Walter Drohan will round out the exhibition.A panoply of work by these and other artists will be on display.

Join us on Saturday, October 16th from 2 to 5 pm for our reception, Artists Walk Abouts at 3 pm, and explore the rich artistic contributions by a varied body of artists.

Contact:

 

For more information contact:
Tom Willock & Susan Sax-Willock
Willock & Sax Gallery
P.O. Box 2469,
110 Bison Courtyard, 211 Bear Street,
Banff, Alberta, Canada, T1L 1C2

T:403.762.2214, 1.866.859.2220.

Email: fineart@willockandsaxgallery.com

Web: www.willockandsaxgallery.com



Exhibiton:
"Hooked on Rugs" by Rachelle LeBlanc - Stony Plain, AB
Dates:
Sept 26 - Dec 23, 2010
Location:
Multicultural Heritage Centre
5411 - 51st Street
Stony Plain, AB
T7Z 1X7
Comments:

Showcasing selected pieces from Rachelle LeBlanc's private collection of artistic hooked rugs

Rachelle is a self-taught rug artist who is regarded as one of the top Canadian contemporary rug artists who has exhibited in museums across Canada and the US, including the Musée des Maître et Artisans in Montreal and Shelburne Museum in Vermont.

Contact:
Multicultural Heritage Centre
5411 - 51st Street
Stony Plain, AB
T7Z 1X7

 

CRAFT FAIR:
Edson Recreation Complex
19th Annual Early Bird Craft Show & Sale
Edson, AB
Dates:

October 1 & 2, 2010
Friday 5pm.-9:30pm.
Saturday 10am.-4:00pm.

Location:
Edson & District Recreation Complex
#1 Golf Avenue Highway 16
(Edson Golf & Curling Club)
Admission:
Comments:
  • $105.00 (GST included) for approx. 10x10 wall booth (1 table)
  • $131.25 (GST included) for approx. 10x10 inside corner booth (2 tables)
Show Producer :
Edson & District Recreation Society
Mailing Address :
  PO Box 6427
Edson, Alberta
T7E 1T8
Telephone:
  Phone: (780) 723-3311 ext. 221 (Bookings)
Fax:
  (780) 723-4025
Email:
  edsonrec@moradnet.ca
Website:
www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com


CRAFT FAIR:
The Handmade Mafia Market - Edmonton, AB
Dates:
  • Saturday, August 7, 2010
  • Saturday, Sept 11, 2010
  • Saturday, October 16, 2010
  • Saturday, November 6, 2010
  • Saturday, November 27, 2010
  • Saturday, December 4, 2010
  • Saturday, December 11, 2010
Location:
Orange Hall (10335 84 ST)
in the heart of old Strathcona
Edmonton, AB
Admission:
Comments:

The Handmade Mafia is a monthly market and collective of local designers and handmade makers galore! To be part of the family one must either design or make their items themselves.

You will need to fill out this form in order to be a part of the family, Cut and paste:
https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dDY2WFZwMzBFYmtlVUlJeUdMN3hnalE6MA

Here are some essential facts about the Handmade Mafia Monthly Market to get you started.

We have 3 table sizes/ spaces: 4 foot - $45, 6 foot -$55, 8 foot for $65. Cash and cheques are collected at the day of the event.

The application form needs to be completed with your photos sent or directed to your website otherwise it will be considered incomplete.

In order to take part in a particular market you will need to select all months you are interested in - as we may not always send a call to artists each month. By selecting a month this does NOT mean you are automatically accepted to the market. Please do not assume you should then just show up for it. You will need to watch your emails for a second email closer to the market date asking if you are still interested. If you are or are not interested at that point please send us a quick response either way. If we do not hear a YES response from you we will assume you are no longer interested in attending.

You will know if you are accepted to the market via email approximately one week before. This email will clearly state that you have been accepted and will contain further information with set up times and links to events to send to your family.

We will be doing a regular rotation of vendors. This means you may not be accepted for every market. We do this in order to give everyone a chance to take part in the market. We will not be accepting deposits for shows but will be happy to take your requests into consideration if there are shows you would particularly like to attend.

Thank you again for your interest in the Handmade Mafia and remember: "Our guns contain glue, we make crafts not war, and we always know a "good thing" when we see it"

Show Producer Name:
Ally Ng
Amy Edgar
Mailing Address:
292 Garipey Crescent
Edmonton Alberta
T6M 1A3
Email Address:
Ally Ng: msallyng@gmail.com
Amy Edgar: amyjedgar@gmail.com
Web site:
Search for us on Facebook under the Handmade Mafia

CRAFT FAIR:
heart + soul: a designer collective - Edmonton, AB
Dates:
Friday, October 15th: 4-9 pm (opening night: wine & cheese, no minors pls)
Saturday, October 16th: 9-4 pm (everyone welcome)
Sunday, October 17th: 11-3 pm (everyone welcome)
Location:
Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre 8426 Gateway Boulevard (between the Strathcona Farmer's Market & New York Bagel Cafe)
Admission:
Free
Comments:

Follow your heart + Satisfy your soul a weekend to discover an array of handmade wonders:

Women's clothing, jewelry and accessories:
including one of a kind hats + handbags, semi precious stones, sterling silver and framed textile jewelry. Also belts, buckles, clutches and recycled sweater mittens. Items for your home including: printed ceramic dishes, paintings, photography, journals, printed pillows, cookies and other yummy goodies.

Designers include: Bronsino & Patina Designs, Corissa Spring O'Donnell, edit mittens, Flight Path Designs, Horn of Plenty, jennchic cooks, kari woo, Lines Designs, Maria Pace-Wynters, Shi Studio, Soma Designs, Sugar Soul Studio and Sabrina Butterfly Designs.

Show Producer :
Sabrina Butterfly Designs
Mailing Address :
  #102, 6421-112 Ave
Edmonton, Alberta
Telephone:
  780-482-6460
Fax:
 
Email:
  sbdesigns@shaw.ca
Website:
www.sabrinabutterflydesigns.blogspot.com


CRAFT FAIR:
Fall Into Christmas - Medicine Hat, AB
Dates:

Dates: October 16-17

Set Up Day: Friday October 15

Show Hours:
Saturday 10:00- 6:00,
Sunday 10:00- 5:00

Location:
Medicine Hat, AB
The Fieldhouse,
Cypress Centre
Admission:
Comments:
Number of years running: 5
Number of Visitors: 8000
Number of Exhibitors: 120
Show Producer :
Signatures Craft Shows Ltd.
Contact :
  Kim Teigen, Show Manager
Telephone:
  403-919-4575
Email Address :
  kteigen@signatures.ca
Website:

www.fallintochristmas.com

and:

www.signatures.ca



CRAFT FAIR:
Drayton Valley Craft Show and Sale - Drayton Valley, AB
Dates:
October 16th and 17th, 2010
Location:
Holy Trinity Academy Gym:
5749 45 Ave,
Drayton Valley, AB.
Admission:
$2 :12 and under free.
Comments:
Jurying starts 1st April until full. Seventh year of operation. 40-50 exhibitors.
Show Producer :
Lyn Jouan and Pam Schaub
Mailing Address :
  Box 45
Tomahawk, AB
T0E 2H0
Telephone:
  780 339-2522 or 780 339-3979
Email Address :
Lynjouan@hotmail.com


CRAFT FAIR:
BEYOND Marketplace - Calgary, AB
Dates:
Friday, October 22 4 pm - 9 pm
Saturday, October 23 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday, October 24 10 am - 5 pm
Location:
Blackfoot Inn Ballroom
5940 Blackfoot Trail SE
Calgary, AB
Admission:
$5.00 for adults, children 12 and under free.
Comments:
At BEYOND Marketplace you will discover a select gathering of artists and artisans showcasing their diverse and professional fine art and crafts. Come meet and support the painters, photographers, potters, and jewellery designers. Come see the creations in glass, stone, wood, fashion accessories, fibre, and more! Complimentary parking, restaurant and atm on site.
Show Producer :
Patti Pelkie
Mailing Address :
  22 Simcrest Grove SW Calgary, AB T3H 4J9
Telephone:
  403-238-4792
Email Address :
  info@beyondmarketplace.com
Website:
www.beyondmarketplace.com


CRAFT FAIR:
Uncas Community Craft Sale - Uncas, AB
Dates:
Saturday, October 23, 2010
10 am to 4 pm
Location:
Uncas School Gymnasium
21313 Township Road 524
10 minute drive east of Sherwood Park
Follow the signs
Admission:
$2 admission for 13 & over with $1 going to the Strathcona Food Bank
Free admission for 12 & under
Comments:
Great wat to get ready for the Christmas season by shopping at over 40 different vendors including one of a kind hand made crafts.
Concession on site
50/50 draw
Contact:
Roxanne Dunham
780-922-7678
Email Address :
dunham_3@telus.net

 

CRAFT FAIR:
Creative Crafts and Gifts Galore Trade and Craft Sale - Derwent, AB
Dates:
Saturday, October 23, 2010
10:00am -4:00pm
Location:
Derwent Rec Centre
Derwent, AB
Admission:
n/a
Comments:
This will be the 13th annual show and it keeps growing in attendance every year this years being over 600. The event draws about 45 vendors occupying over 100 tables. It is one of the largest and well attended shows in the area and draws exhibitors from Loon lake, Sask to Millet, Ab. Table rentals is $25.00 for 8 ft.
Contact:
Debbie Nazarchuk
Email Address :
nazfive@gmail.com


CRAFT FAIR:
CHRISTMAS IN OCTOBER CRAFT & GIFT SALE - Sherwood Park, AB
Dates:

Friday October 29th 1:00 To 8:00
Saturday October 30 1:00to 5:00
Sunday October 31 12:00 To 5:00

Location:
100 Festival Way
Festival Place
Sherwood Park, Alberta
Admission:
Comments:
Come out and support the christmas bureau
$1.00 donation at the door - see you there
Contact :
  Kathy
Telephone:
  780-461-2003


CRAFT FAIR:
Our Best To You Art and Craft Sale - Red Deer, AB
Dates:

Dates: Oct-29-31.

Set up day: Thursday Oct 28.

Show Hours:
Friday 10:00 am- 9 pm.
Saturday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Sunday 10:00 am- 5:00 pm
.

Location:
Red Deer, AB
Parkland and Prairie Pavilions,
Westerner Park
Admission:
Comments:
Number of Years Running: 19th Annual
Number of Visitors: 15,000
Number of Exhibitors: over 200 exhibitors.
Website:
Show Producer :
Signatures Craft Shows Ltd.
Contact :
  Kim Teigen, Show Manager
Telephone:
  403-919-4575
Email Address :
  kteigen@signatures.ca
Website:

www.ourbesttoyou.ca

and:

www.signatures.ca



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