Marketplace @ 401 Richmond

December 11 and 12, 2008 from 11:00-8:00 p.m.
December 13 and 14, 2008 from 11:00-5:00 p.m.


Each year the artisans and craftspeople of this turn-of-the-century warehouse and their guests open their doors to the public for a special open house and sale in celebration of the holiday season. Visit four floors of one-of- a-kind gifts and the creative minds behind them. The marketplace features an array of unique gifts including: handicrafts, artwork, books, furnishings, ceramics, jewellery, and home decorating items.
Visit www.401richmond.net for more details and a full list of participants.
Free

Magic Pony Sparkle Frosty Party

THURS., DEC 4, 2008 from 7-9pm

SPARKLE FROSTY
DIY DECORATING PARTY & HOLIDAY SALE

A night of pen, ink, paint, glue, and glitter as we turn blank toys into Christmas Miracles! Customize your favorite DIY figure, meet and greet with guest artists, enjoy special markdowns on all your favorite toys and 10% off all DIY merch! Deals, toys, art, food, drinks, prizes, party, yay!!

Donate Food! Enter Raffle!
Bring a non-perishable food item with you to donate to the food bank and have your name entered in our super secret raffle.

Meet Guest Artists!
» Nathan Jurevicius
» Gary Taxali
» Melinda Josie
» Justin Pape
» Steven Charles Manale

Magic Pony Shop, 694 Queen St. West
416-861-1684

One of a Kind Show & Sale

November 27th - December 7th, 2008
Weekdays 11am-10pm, Saturdays 10am-9pm, Sundays 10am-6pm

With hundreds of environmentally friendly, locally produced and unique gift ideas, the One of a Kind Show houses emerging artists, craftspeople and highly talented artisans under one giant roof! Discover visual art, toys, jewellery, fashion, ceramics, glass, home décor, food and much more!

WHERE: Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place, 100 Princes’ Blvd., Toronto

http://www.oneofakindshow.com/xmas08/

Sew Be It Studio MAY Craft Classes

Beading Applique for Beginners
Date: June 14, Saturdays Time: 2pm - 5pm
Learn the three basic stitches for executing beadwork on fabric. A full explanation of tools and materials will assist the students in producing quality beadwork. You can enhance your finished project by combining color theory and patterning. Give your project that dazzle to complete the look! Price: $90 + GSTincludes all materials and tools.

Beyond The Beginner
Date: June 5, Thursdays Time: 6pm - 9pm
This short course is perfect for those who have taken our Beginner Sewing class but want a little more practice before moving on to the intermediate level.
Students will need to bring a pattern and material to the first class. Skirts or pants are recommended. We will send pattern recommendations upon registration.
Price: $135 + GST

Advanced Sewing - Suit Me Up
Date: June 23, Mondays (7 weeks) Time: 6pm - 9pm
Fashion sewing at its finest and most artful! You can learn to make your dream jacket to fit like an Armani Jacket. In this course, you will learn tailoring techniques such as the lapel collar, two piece sleeves, inside structure, welt pockets and how to line the jacket properly. If you love fashion and are committed to building solid sewing skills, this course is for you. Once again, you pick your own pattern, so the possibilities are endless. Price: $275 + GST

Sewing Crash Course
Date: May 29, Thursday Time: 6pm - 9pm
Date: June 26, Thursday Time: 6pm - 9pm
Become friends with your sewing machine. Quick and easy sewing project. Learn to make a pillow. Great for those who can’t commit to a lengthy beginner course. This three hour crash course will show you how to conquer the sewing machine and pick up the basic sewing skills to make an easy but stylish pillow with lots of room for personal creative input. Price: $55 + GST Includes all materials

Sew Be It Studio, 2156 Yonge Street, Toronto 416-481-7784
www.sewbeitstudio.com

Make Your Own Mother's Day Gifts

From April 21st-May 9th, 2008
At MaRGie Jewellery Studio!

3 hour Glass Fusing Class $100+GST
make 3 pendants, pins and/or key chains

2 hour Beading Class $45+GST
make a necklace and/or bracelet and earrings

2 hour Wire Class $60+GST
make a necklace and/or bracelet and earrings

3 hour Name Pendant (in copper or brass) $125+GST
stamp your mom's name into a hand-made metal pendant

Call 647.402.7617 for more information.
Or email michelle@margiejewellery.com

Crafts Classes for MOM!

Phoenix Arts Group provides a variety of classes for children and adults. The programs bring therapeutic benefits through artistic exercises that make use of four main modalities: painting, handwork, drawing & modeling.

Vase (Wine Cozy) and Pin cushion
May 4th from 1:00-5:00pm
$85 includes materials
Classes will be held at 33 Harbour Square

Mother's Day Felting Workshop - Pin Cushion
May 10th, 2008 from 11:00-12:30

2:00-3:30
$30/class Includes Material
Classes will be held at 401 Richmond Street at the Roastery Cafe

http://phoenixartsgroup.org/feltingroom/index.html

More Crafty Workshops

Go to http://torontocraftalert.blogspot.com/

Erotic Arts and Crafts

Saturday, February 9th and Sunday, February 10th

Come as you Are presents the 2nd Annual Erotic Arts and Crafts Fair. Knitters, crafters, zinesters, card makers, and artists of all types will be creating erotic objects for this one day celebration of DIY sex and romantic culture. Plastik Wrap will be featuring its new T-shirt/underwear line Bitchcraft at the event.

See photos from last year here

http://www.eroticartsandcrafts.com/

Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen Westa>

By Hand Show & Sale

January 25 - 28, 2008

Trade show representing apparel, fashion accessories, leather goods, metal work, glass, sculptures, wooden furniture & accessories, home & garden accessories, home décor, jewellery, health products

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Blvd., Toronto

1.888.773.4444
www.byhand.ca

City of Craft: Valentine's Trunk Show

Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 12:00pm - 5:00pm

All of your Valentine's shopping needs fulfilled by 15 local makers and assembled in one place for your convenience.

city of craft
Featuring handmade goods from:
Jen Anisef, The Coldsnap Bindery, Lucie Davies, Damned Dollies, Shannon Gerard, Kim's Suitcase, made by hilary, MattheaMade, The Misanthrope Specialty Co., Needlebook, Papersnake Jewellery, Zeesy Powers, Soap Scum, The Sweetie Pie Press, Two Toques, Design, & more!

Free snacks on site!

the workroom, 1340 Queen Street West

Toronto Craft Alert Event Listings

Toronto Craft Alert has a great listing of upcoming craft fairs, jewellery and clothing designer sales and holiday neighbourhood fairs.

Dufferin Grove Craft Fair

Sunday, December 16th from 11 - 4 p.m.

There will be wonderful and wild hand-made goods this year including Woodworks, Knitwear, Glass designs, Print Work, Dolls, Cashmere Scarves, Buckskin creations brain-tanned by designer Dano, Revolution Wear featuring salvaged and found materials, Jewellery and more.

All are produced by non-professional crafters bringing great deals to you for the holiday season!

There will be hot drinks and food available from the Dufferin Grove kitchen, as well as Yasi's Place and Tim's crepes. The ice rink will be open too, so make it a fun-filled afternoon with the Dufferin Grove Park community!

Dufferin Grove Park - South of Bloor East of Dufferin

One of a Kind Gift Show and Sale

Thursday, November 22 - Sunday, December 2, 2007
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place $10-$12
www.oneofakindshow.com

Prickly Pear | Philo-soapy | Adhesif Clothing Co. | Wendy Ryan Folk Art | Moonrox | Tsunami Glassworks

Over 800 artisans deliver the latest in fashion and accessories, gourmet treats, art, toys and fine crafted creations. Complimentary childcare, wheelchairs, parcel check.

Meet some designers at last year's One of a Kind Show & Sale here >