Vancouver’s One of a Kind Show and Sale features unique locally made gifts, like this cigar-box shave set from Victoria-based The Copper Hat.
By Noa Glow | December 2011
Does your to-give list call for one-of-a-kind, locally made (with love) gifts? Look no further than the many craft fairs happening in Vancouver this holiday season!
Inspired by London’s Portobello Road, Portobello West lets local artists and designers—like Kim Olexson, who makes fine, feathered accessories under her Rlove label—show their stuff. Details: December 3 to 4 at Creekside Community Recreation Centre (1 Athletes Way) www.portobellowest.com.
The Baker’s Market sees pro and home bakers selling fresh artisanal breads, soft German pretzels, buttery croissants, cupcakes, cookies, brownies, Belgian Liege waffles, vegan cupcakes, muffins … mmm! Details: December 3 and 10 at Moberly Arts and Cultural Centre (7646 Prince Albert Street) www.bakersmarket.com.
Got Craft? supports all things handmade. Run by a husband and wife team, it includes a mix of vendors offering jewellery, clothing, bath and body, paper goods, ceramics, plush, food, et cetera. Details: December 4 at the Royal Canadian Legion (2205 Commercial Drive) www.gotcraft.com.
Venture to South Surrey’s Crafty Affaire for hot handmade creations like girly boxer shorts, cheeky cards and wishbone necklaces. Details: December 4 at Elgin Hall (14250 Crescent Road, Surrey) www.craftyaffaire.com.
No wonder One of a Kind’s been called the city’s hottest shopping event: this craft fair extraordinaire includes artists selling everything from flavours to furniture, hats to home decor. Details: December 8 to 11 at Vancouver Convention Centre West www.oneofakindvancouver.com.
Shiny Fuzzy Muddy’s 12th holiday show and sale features clothing, chocolate, glassworks and other crafts. Best of all: admission is free! Details: December 10 to 11 at Heritage Hall (3102 Main Street) www.shinyfuzzymuddy.com.
Blim, a Chinatown-based arts and crafts centre, may be the “best place to whip up some art” in Vancouver. Its Blim Community Market brings together fashion, fine arts, vintage items, food and craft vendors and features live entertainment. Details: December 18 at the Chinese Cultural Centre (50 East Pender Street) www.blim.ca.
