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Visit
Alberta craft studios and experience, first hand, Alberta's
Culture in the Making!
As
the holiday season approaches many artists and craftspeople
are getting prepared to open up their studios to provide an
intimate and interactive shopping experience for the public.
If you have never attended an open studio before, now is your
chance. The following is a listing of Alberta Craft Council
members' open houses and/or studio sales for this holiday
season. Meet the artists and craftspeople in your neighbourhood,
in their studios, who are creating some of Alberta's finest
craft.
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Calgary
and Area
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BOUNTY
- Calgary, AB
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Who:
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The
New Craft Collective |
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When:
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October
20, 4:00 - 10:00 pm (No Minors Please)
October 21, 10:00 - 6:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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The
New Craft Collective presents BOUNTY, a seasonal show and sale.
Featuring Alberta artists Kari Woo (Art Jewellery), Laura Sharp
(Ceramics), Sabrina Butterfly Design (Ladies Fashion), Naomi
Joy Yamamoto (Leather Accessories), Sarah Smith/Redhead Designs
(handbags) and Ross Thompson (Sculpture and Paintings). This
group boasts fresh talent that pushes new concepts in design
and innovative use of material. What results is an aesthetic
that is distinctly Canadian. Free Admission. DJ, Wine and Appetizers
Friday. Visa/Mastercard/Cash. |
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Where:
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Polish
Combatant's Association Hall,
1127 Kensington Road
NW Calgary |
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Contact:
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Tel:
(403) 890-2011
Email: newcraft@shaw.ca
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Calyx
Distinctive Arts - Calgary, AB
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Who:
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Calyx
Distinctive Arts |
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When:
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October
21 and 22, 10:00 - 4:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Calyx
Distinctive Arts presents its 12th semi-annual Exhibition and
Sale of original artworks by local artists. There is Free Admission,
Free Parking, and a Free Draw. Artists will be in attendance
to discuss artworks and techniques in painting, photography,
sculpture, jewellery, metalwork, woodwork, ceramics, glass,
fibre and more. Different artists will be participating each
day, so please attend both days!! |
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Where:
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Crescent
Heights Community Centre,
1101 - 2 Street NW,
Calgary |
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Contact:
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(403)
289-2136 or
Web: www.calyxart.com |
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Stacey
Maddock Designs Annual Holiday Sale - Calgary, AB
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Who:
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Stacey
Maddock |
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When:
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Saturday, November 4th, 2006,
10:00 - 5:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Handmade jewelery designs by Stacey Maddock. Great holiday gift
ideas! Lots of new designs since last year - come check them
out! 10% off purchases over $100. Price range: $12-$400. Light
refreshments served. |
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Where:
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1020
- 19 Avenue SE, Calgary (in Ramsay, just east of downtown) |
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Contact:
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Stacey
Maddock
P: (403)-262-3795
Email: maddocki@telus.net
Web: www.smaddockdesigns.com
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2006
Annual Guild Textile Show and Sale - Calgary
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Who:
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Members
of the Heritage Weavers & Spinners Guild - Calgary |
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When:
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Saturday
November 18, 2006 10 am - 4 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Handwoven
scarves, shawls, afghans, kitchen textiles, rag rugs, handspun
yarns, felted fashion accessories - juried for quality. Demonstrations
throughout the day. |
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Where:
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Heritage
Weavers & Spinners Guild Studio 1139 - 11th Street S.E. Calgary
(in the ArtPoint Gallery building just west of the 12th St.
railway overpass in historic Inglewood/Ramsay) |
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Contact:
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Tel:
(403)287-1270
Web: www.heritageweaversandspinners.org
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Sparrow
Glasswork Christmas Studio Sale - Red Deer, AB
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Who:
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Darren
& Deborah Petersen |
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When:
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Saturday,
November 18, 2006
9 am - 5 pm |
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What
to expect:
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EXCITING
NEW WORK: Glass Bead Jewellry, New Sculpture - Candlesticks
Goblets - Ornaments Bowls - Vases & More
SPARROW
GLASSWORKS is celebrating our 10th year in business in Red
Deer as artists (and not starving) thanks to you, our friends,
collectors, gift purchasers, glass aficionados and curious
onlookers!
Join
us on Saturday, November 18th for a day of celebration, funky
glassblowing demonstrations, and yes - the opportunity to
find unique Christmas gifts or treat yourself to something
special for your home. Deborah & Darren
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Where:
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5331
- 44 Avenue,
Red Deer, AB |
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Contact:
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Studio Phone (403) 346-1975
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Jeff
Yee, Barb Rumberger and Jill Nuckles Fall Studio Sale - Calgary,
AB
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Who:
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Jeff
Yee - Photographer
Barb Rumberger - Glass Blower
Jill Nuckles - Fiber Artist & Bead Maker |
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When:
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November
25 - 26, 10:00 - 5:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Colour
photographs of beautiful images from around Alberta; blown glass
vases and decorative glass objects; needle felted animals and
Christmas decorations; lamp worked glass beads on wire or sterling
chains; felted jewellery Refreshments served, artists in attendance
and needle felting demos |
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Where:
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19
Strathcona Place SW, Calgary |
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Contact:
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Jill
Nuckles
Tel: (403) 284-3546
Email: jnuckles@telusplanet.net
Jeff
Yee
Website: www.raindropimages.com
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Hot
Glass Studio - Canmore, AB
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Who:
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Susan
Gottselig, Heather Konschuh and Nicole Tremblay |
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When:
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November
24, 4:00 - 7:00 pm
November 25, 4:00 - 4:00 pm
November 26, 10:00 - 4:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Featuring
blown glass and glass jewelry by Susan Gottselig, Heather Konschuh
and Nicole Tremblay. Glassblowing demonstrations ongoing all
weekend. Open every Saturday in December until Christmas 10:00
- 4:00 pm |
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Where:
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#8-111
Bow Meadows Crescent, Canmore |
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Contact:
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(403)
609-9333 |
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| Evans'
Studios Annual Christmas Sale - High River, AB |
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Who:
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Stephen
Evans
Arlene Westen Evans |
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When:
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December
2 and 3, 10:00 - 4:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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One
address - two studios! featuring Stephen Evans' pottery (tableware
pieces including teapots, goblets and casserole sets and up
to 50% off all seconds and discontinued stock) and Arlene Westen
Evans' eclectic mix of art and craft works including hand bound
artists books, collages and hand-dyed silk scarves. Stephen
and Arlene will be in attendance both days and refreshments
will be served! |
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Where:
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538
Avenue and 50 Street East, High River
Directions:
Evans' Studios are located 5 minutes from downtown High River
at 538 Avenue @ 50 Street East. Detailed directions: From
Calgary go south on Hwy. 2. Turn west on Hwy 23 into High
River. Continue west past the town on 12 Ave. Turn right at
538 Ave. Evans' Studio signage is posted at the corner of
the driveway at 538 Ave. @ 50 St. East.
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Contact:
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Arlene
Westen Evans
Tel: (403) 652-4873
Email: awesten@telusplanet.net |
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Firebrand
Studio Open House - Black Diamond, AB
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Who:
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Julia
Reimer
Tyler Rock |
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When:
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December
9, 11:00 - 5:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Glass
artists Julia Reimer and Tyler Rock welcome families and glass
enthusiasts who would like to learn more about the process of
glass blowing and view our current work on display. There will
be demonstrations and hand blown glass for sale as well as opportunities
to learn how to make a marble. |
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Where:
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634
- 3 Street SW, Black Diamond
Directions:
Drive South on Macleod Trail to the Spruce Meadows Trail turn
off. Go west on Highway 22X Turn South on Highway 22 towards
Millarville, Turner Valley, Black Diamond. When you arrive
in Turner Valley you will come to a four way stop, take a
left to Black Diamond. After a few kilometers you cross a
bridge over the Sheep River and you are in Black Diamond.
Take your fourth right on 3rd Street SW. Our address is 634
- 3 Street SW and our house and studio are near the end of
the road on the left hand side look for the orange glow in
the studio.
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Contact:
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Julia
Reimer
Tel: (403) 933-2264
Email: firebrandglass@yahoo.co.uk
Web: www.firebrandglass.ca |
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Edmonton
and Area
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Malkinson
Studio - Edmonton
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Who:
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Brenda
Malkinson
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When:
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Saturday,
October 14, 2006, 10:00 - 5:00 pm
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What
to expect:
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Only
the second happening of this kind in the thirty five years
Brenda has been making art full time. Come celebrate Brenda's
career in art and craft and enjoy some yummy edibles and great
conversation. Types of items for sale: stained glass, drawings
and paintings and introducing Jacqueline Terlaan's photographs
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Where:
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Malkinson
Studio, 10317 - 137 Street, Edmonton
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Contact:
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Brenda Malkinson,
Tel: (780) 488-0884,
Web: www.BrendaMalkinson.ca |
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The
Aurora Borealis Fireflies - Edmonton
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Who:
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The
Aurora Borealis Fireflies
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When:
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Saturday,
October 21, 10:00 - 4:00 pm
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What
to expect:
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First
Annual Studio Sale of Lampwork Glass Beads and Glass Bead
Jewellery. Come by to browse beautiful and unique work hand
crafted by a group of local Lampwork artists and enthusiasts.
Cash and cheque only
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Where:
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10139 - 87 Avenue,
Edmonton, AB
Strathcona Centre Community League
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Contact:
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Ana
Cristina Ferguson,
Glass & Such Studio (780) 439-0767 (studio)
Email: anacristina@glassandsuchstudio.com
or
Susan Burwash (780) 718-1615,
Email: susan@susanburwashstudios.com |
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Annual Christmas Show and Sale - Spruce Grove,
AB
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Who:
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Members
of the Allied Arts Council Of Spruce Grove |
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When:
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November
7 - December 23,
Gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday 12:00 - 5:00
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What
to expect:
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Opening
Gala November 7 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm.
Come view and buy a variety of unique works of art and handmade
crafts. |
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Where:
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455
King Street, Spruce Grove |
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Contact:
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Gallery
Administrator at 962-0664 |
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Pre Holiday Open Studio Sale of Raku Pottery
by Patti Hartnagel - Edmonton
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Who:
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Patti
Hartnagel |
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When:
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November
11 & 12 11a.m. to 4 p.m. |
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What
to expect:
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Raku
Pottery. Usually at this time of year you would be receiving
an“e”nvitation to James Lavoie’s and my joint show and sale
of our work. This year, however, we just couldn’t get it coordinated!
Instead of our combined show, I will hosting an informal Open
House/Studio sale at my home. I hope you will be able to stop
by to browse, to do some holiday shopping and to visit. There
will be coffee, hot cider and treats. Hope to see you! |
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Where:
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12203
39 Avenue
Edmonton |
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Contact:
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Patti
Hartnagel
Tel: 435-7051 |
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Fern
Jordan Art Glass, Studio Sale - SW of Edmonton
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Who:
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Fern
Jordan |
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When:
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Friday
November 10, Saturday November 11, Sunday November 12
12 noon to 4 pm each day. |
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What
to expect:
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Dichroic
Glass Jewellery from $10 to $300, Fused Glass Tableware and
Decorating Accessories from $40. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate,
treats, and a fine drive in the rolling, picturesque hills of
Parkland County. |
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Where:
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40
or so km southwest of Edmonton, 3 kms south of the intersection
of Highways 627 and 770. Email or phone for directions |
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Contact:
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Fern
Jordan
Tel: 780-963-6693
Email: fern@fernjordanartglass.com
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Johanne
Aga-Dryden Annual Christmas Studio Sale - Edmonton, AB
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Who:
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Johanne
Aga-Dryden |
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When:
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November
10, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
November 11th, 10:00 - 4:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Do
your Christmas shopping in a relaxed, friendly and fun environment.
This is a once-a-year opportunity to view this complete and
varied pottery collection. Come and purchase some unique, one-of-a-kind
gifts for your friends, family or yourself. Other creative gift
items will also be available. Bring your friends! You will experience
great company, snacks, treats and drinks. |
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Where:
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11108-36
A. Avenue, Edmonton
Directions: South on 111 Street from Southgate Shopping Centre.
Right on to 37 Avenue then first left and left again. Northbound
on 111 Street, left at 37 Avenue. |
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Contact:
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Johanne
Aga-Dryden,
Tel: (780) 437-1423 |
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Out
of the Fire Studio - Edmonton
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Who:
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Pottery
by Cindy Clarke, a small selection of pottery from Junichi Tanaka,
Art Editions by Lorraine Oberg |
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When:
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November
17, 4:00 - 7:00 pm
November 18, 1:00 - 5:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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The
full line of stoneware pottery, sinks, and tiles in several
glazes will be available in the gallery/store as well as imported
jewelry and bags from the "Work for Widows" group in Sri Lanka,
Romanian Glassware, Textiles from Nepal, and some Indian jewelry,
as well as Art Editions by Lorraine Oberg. Refreshments will
be available. The studio will also be open for viewing. 10%
of all sales will be given to support WIN House. |
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Where:
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12205
Fort Road NW, Edmonton the "Old McGavin's Bakery building" beside
Central Alberta Meats. |
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Contact:
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Cindy
Clarke,
Tel: (780) 378-0240,
Email: cindy.clarke@telus.net
Web: www.outofthefirestudio.com
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Glass
& Such Studio Christmas Sale - Edmonton
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Who:
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Glass
and Such Studio featuring Ana Cristina Ferguson |
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When:
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November
18 -19, 10:00 - 6:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Jewelry,
gifts, Focal and Sets of Lampworked beads. Artist demonstrations
on basic Lampworking and door prizes. Refreshments will be served. |
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Where:
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9731
77 Avenue NW, Edmonton, South of Ritchie Park. Parking is permitted
on the north side of the street only. |
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Contact:
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Ana
Cristina Ferguson
Tel: (780) 439-0767 (h) or (cell)(780) 913-1643
Web: www.glassandsuchstudio.com
Email: anacristina@glassandsuchstudio.com |
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Selfridge
Pottery Studio Winter Open House - Edmonton
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Who:
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Carol
and Richard Selfridge |
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When:
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November
25th and 26th
Saturday and Sunday
11am.- 5pm.
And
December 2nd and 3rd
Saturday and Sunday
11am.- 5pm.
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What
to expect:
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View
the latest majolica, translucent porcelain and wood-fired
work by ceramic artists, Carol and Richard Selfridge,
whose illusionist majolica, and wood fired stoneware has been
exhibited nationally and internationally in over 180 juried
and invitational exhibitions in the last 30 years.
They
host their annual Winter Open House for two weekends at
their studio gallery. Bring a friend and view zany terracotta,
translucent porcelain and kitchen friendly wood fired pots.
Enjoy light refreshments. Also, watch for the 30 min. film
"Hand in Clay" on BRAVO this fall which features the artistic
practice of the Selfridges.
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Where:
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9844
- 88 Avenue,
Edmonton |
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Contact:
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Carol
and Richard Selfridge
(780) 439-9296
www.selfridgeceramicart.ca
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| Tammy
Parks-Legge Fall Studio Sale - Stony Plain, AB |
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Who:
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Tammy
Parks-Legge |
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When:
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December
2 & 3, 10:00 - 4:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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There
will be a large display of both electric & woodfired pottery.
All my work is functional yet decorative with slip trailing,
carving & altering. There will be a mug of hot cider & appetizers
for you to enjoy as you browse! |
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Where:
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20
mins west of Edmonton on Hwy 16 past Stony Plain overpass to
next road, Range Road 12, turn right & follow the signs 2 1/2
km to my home & studio. |
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Contact:
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Tammy
Parks-Legge
Tel: (780) 968-2606
Email: dtlegge@telusplanet.net
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Margo
Fiddes and Nancy Ferbey Studio Sale - Edmonton
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Who:
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Margo
Fiddes - fibre artist
Nancy Ferbey - jewellery artisan |
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When:
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Sunday,
December 3 between 10:00 - 4:00 pm |
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What
to expect:
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Open
Studio show and sale of art quilts by local fibre artist, Margo
Fiddes and beaded jewellery by Nancy Ferbey. Margo's pieced
nature quilts and her fibre art card line and Nancy's semi-precious,
crystal and sterling silver jewellery will be on display and
available for sale at discounted prices. We invite you to come
and enjoy our artwork in this informal setting, complimented
by light refreshments and live jazz music. |
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Where:
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14215
- 58A Avenue,
Edmonton, AB |
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Contact:
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Margo
Fiddes
Tel: (780) 436-0276
Email: mfiddes@telusplanet.net
Web: www.margoquilts.blogspot.com
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Urban
Forest Design Studio & Wildwood Pottery - Edmonton, AB
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Who:
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Christian
Barr
Enzien Kufeld |
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When:
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December
2 & 3 and 9 & 10, 11:00 - 5:00 pm daily |
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What
to expect:
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We
invite you to join us for some light refreshments and enjoy
a selection of new works. Our focus is wood-fire, but we will
also have recent glazed works; large platters, bowls etc. Should
you be unable to attend, you are welcome to visit us at our
new gallery just an hour west of Edmonton. Directions: (115km
west of Edmonton on hwy 16, south 250m on RR102) |
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Where:
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At
the residence of Gwyneth Barr
7211 - 87 Street,
Edmonton, AB |
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Contact:
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Christian
Barr
Tel: (780)325-2360
Email: cbarr@planet.eon.net
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Nature
Token Gallery - Iron River Ranch, NE Alberta
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Who:
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Maureen
Ross
Patsy Hier
Sarah Branch
T Heyd
Grace Obichon |
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When:
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December
9, 16 and 23 |
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What
to expect:
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Featuring
local artists; Maureen Ross Silver & Beaded Jewelry and Buckskin
Garments. Patsy Hier (hand painted natural canvas), Sarah Branch
(beaded jewellery and hand made patchwork bags), T Heyd (soapstone
work) and Grace Obichon (abstract native art works). |
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Where:
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Iron
River Ranch, located 245 kms north east of Edmonton |
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Contact:
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Maureen
Ross
Tel: (780) 826-4261 or
Web: www.ironriverranch.ca
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Uhlick
Pottery & Tile 2006 Christmas Sale - Ardrossan
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Who:
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Sam
and Antonia Uhlick
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When:
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Saturday,
December 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
If necessary we will have a "Storm Sale" on the following
weekend.
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What
to expect:
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We
will have an excellent selection of pottery for this Christmas
Sale, including fluted bowls, as well as fluted yunomis, various
sizes of teapots, vases, plates, pitchers, cake plates, garlic
jars, oval dishes, casseroles, many sizes of bowls, coffee
mugs and also utensil jars. We will also have decorated tiles,
relief tiles, and trivets. As we had at our Spring Sale, we
will have more 'open stock' dinner, breakfast, side and pasta
plates.
We
look forward to seeing you at our sale. Please join us for
coffee and cookies and, of course, feel free to bring a friend.
You can see the Alberta Craft Council Craft Map for directions
or give us a call at 922-5061. A map is also available on
our website.
We
welcome visitors at our workshop all year long but we ask
that you please call ahead to make sure that we are at home.
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Where:
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53123
Range Rd. 214, Ardrossan
Our
studio is easy to find. We are 10 miles east of Edmonton city
limits on hwy. 16 and ½ mile south at the vehicle inspection
station (Range Road 214)
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Contact:
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Sam
and Antonia
Tel: (780) 922-5061
Web: www.uhlick.com.
Email: uhlickpots@uhlick.com.
For
directions, go to the Alberta
Craft Council Craft Map, click on the Edmonton link and
then the Ardrossan link, or go to our website. If that doesn't
help please give us a call at 922-5061.
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Ministik
Pottery and Sculpture Studio Open Studio & Sale - Sherwood
Park, AB
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Who:
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Horst
Doll |
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When:
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December
2 and 3, 2006 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
December 9 and 10, 2006 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
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What
to expect:
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One-of-a-kind
pottery. Vases, bowls, platters, dip sets and much more…. Wood-fired
pottery. These pieces are marked by heat, flames and wood ash.
Sculpture - Figurative and Abstract: Some of the work explores
the infinite variety of human form. Life-like and abstract means
are used to create torsos, busts, heads and masks. Light refreshments |
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Where:
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37-51049
Range Road 214, Sherwood Park
Directions: Use Highway 14, on the east side of Edmonton,
go east to Range Road 214, turn south and follow signs to 37
Bristol Estates |
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Contact:
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Tel: 780.662.4160
Email: horst@horst-sculpture
Website: www.horst-sculpture.ca
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Opportunity:
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- Are
you hosting a studio sale this holiday season? If you are
and you are member of the Alberta Craft Council, send me
an email with all the information and I will post it here
for free. jeff@albertacraft.ab.ca
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