What? Christmas at The Orangery
When? 27th November 2010
Where? The Orangery, Goldney Hall & Gardens, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1BH
We have 31 British designers / makers / food people selling their goods in beautiful surroundings of gardens and a 1920's Orangery.
Find out more... http://www.christmasattheorangery.com/
What? Tea & Make Pop-Up Shop
When? 27th November 2010 – 11th December 2010
Where? 3 Lewisham Way, New Cross, London SE14 6PP
Tea & Make are opening up a pop-up shop for 2 weeks, bringing 10 high-profile artists/designers and their work to an empty shop space. Each of the designers will be designing a bag which will be on display in the shop for you to choose from when you buy something – a complimentary piece of original art... but hurry as these are a limited edition of 10 per artist!
Find out more... http://www.teaandmake.co.uk/index.html
What? Cotswold Vintage Fair
When? 27th November 2010
Where? Toddington Village Hall, Gloucestershire
Find out more... http://www.cotswoldvintagefair.com/
What? British Contemporary Crafts
When? 26th November 2010 – 28th November 2010
Where? Chiswick Town Hall, London W4
Find out more... http://www.britishcrafts.co.uk/content/by-kwd/exhibnews/
What? Christmas Craft Workshops with Hayley Woodham
When? 26th November 2010 – 17th December 2010
Where? London, E17
Festive themed Christmas Craft Evenings, every Friday night from 6-9pm, starting from 26th November to 17th December. Hosted by Hayley Woodham in her home in London, this 3 hour workshop will teach you how to make your own personalised and hand-sewn Christmas stocking, an adorable festive tree decoration and handmade Christmas crackers, as well as a couple of quick and easy extras! Tickets cost £25 per person and there is a maximum of 6 people per night. Tickets are available from www.ooh.com and www.wegottickets.com.
Find out more... http://bit.ly/aLbBf7
What? Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
When? 26th November 2010 – 28th November 2010
Where? Guildhall, Winchester
Find out more... http://www.desirefair.com/
What? Homeworks Christmas Bazaar
When? 25th November 2010 – 26th November 2010
Where? 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Grove, London W11
Homeworks showcases an eclectic range of unique, original and innovative gifts, many handmade or upcycled. This community of 28 small start-ups as well as established designers such as Jo Gordon, Thornback & Peel and Twisted Twee are the antithesis of mass-market items or craft for craft's sake. Perfect Christmas shopping for those who want to find original and well made gifts, items for sale include cards, children’s clothes, scarves, hats, cushions, jewellery, and ceramics.
Find out more... http://www.thisishomeworks.blogspot.com/
What? Made in Clerkenwell
When? 25th November 2010 – 28th November 2010
Where? Craft Central, 21 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0DX & 33-35 St John’s Square, London EC1M 4DS
Step out of the cold and unearth this oasis in the city - a hot bed of cutting edge craft and design. Over 4 days, this unique shopping event offers an intriguing ‘behind the scenes’ chance to explore the Craft Central studios and mingle with the designers. Pick up distinctive pieces of jewellery, fashion, interior products, ceramics, accessories and traditional crafts, by almost 100 designers at the forefront of their disciplines.
Find out more... http://www.craftcentral.org.uk/madeinclerkenwell
What? SETTLE a temporary contemporary store
When? 20th November 2010 – 7th December 2010
Where? 14 Woburn Walk, London WC1H
SETTLE is a new pop-up shop for autumn, located in a Dickensian row of shop fronts just south of Euston. The shop will showcase work from designer maker Helen Minns, ceramicist Louisa Taylor and woven textile designer Eleanor Pritchard, alongside vintage furniture from Stefanie Legros.
Find out more... http://www.settle2010.blogspot.com
What? MADE 2010: Brighton’s Craft Fair
When? 18th November 2010 – 21st November 2010
Where? Corn Exchange, Brighton
MADE10 returns to the beautiful Corn Exchange in the heart of Brighton offering the public the opportunity to buy original and exceptional design and craft from the best local and national makers.
Find out more... http://www.made10.co.uk/
What? The National Glass Fair
When? 14th November 2010 – 14th November 2010
Where? National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham
Find out more... http://www.glassfairs.co.uk/
What? H@ndmade Winchester
When? 13th November 2010
Where? The Guildhall, Winchester
Everything at Handm@de is exactly that, and by supporting Handm@de you are supporting local artists and crafters.
Find out more... http://www.handmadecraftfairs.co.uk/
What? Handmade in Tooting
When? 9th November 2010 – 27th November 2010
Where? Sprout, 74 Moyser Road, Tooting SW16 6SQ
Gillian Elam of Fabric Nation will be joining local illustrator Caragh Buxton for an exhibition of vintage textile accessories, hand painted ceramics and prints in our local art space. They will be on hand every day if you want to drop in and join in their textile, printing and pottery painting sessions or for a cup of tea and a chat.
Find out more... http://tartists.wordpress.com/2010/10/16/handmade-in-tooting-2/
What? Crafts For Christmas
When? 4th November 2010 – 7th November 2010
Where? NEC Birmingham
The Crafts for Christmas show offers visitors a more relaxed way of finding their Christmas presents! Here you will find crafts and gifts from up to 200 exhibitors.
Find out more... http://www.ichf.co.uk/indoorcraftsalive/
What? Spirit of Christmas Fair
When? 3rd November 2010 – 7th November 2010
Where? Olympia, London
Discover exquisite and desirable gifts and treats, all hand-picked for their quality and originality, at the Spirit of Christmas Fair in association with House & Garden. It’s the perfect place to shop, dine and socialise in style.
Find out more... http://www.spiritofchristmasfair.co.uk
If you're running an event where people can buy fabulous British made products, we'd love to hear about it. Please email details to editor@frombritainwithlove.com.