We`ve got a couple upcoming events on our radar that we want to share!

First up – Laura Bucci is having a mini art button making workshop with several dates throughout the month of July for both kids and adults alike. You`ll be making personalized button pins or magnets (great gift idea!) and Laura will be sharing fun ideas using different materials and techniques such as paper collage, rubber stamping and working with fabric. Click here for all the details.

Next up – the very popular Vancouver Modern Quilter`s Guild is having their second meeting at the Spool of Thread Sewing Lounge, Thursday, July 15th. Be sure to stop by, show off your quilts and meet with other members to share your ideas for future quilting guild events. Photos of the last event are courtesy of Sonja Callaghan.
Click here for all the details.

Hope your weekend`s great and you`ve got some fun plans to avoid the heat

Posted by: Amy

It’s shaping up to be another very fun weekend in Vancouver! A wonderful group of local artisans is teaming up to bring you Studio Shop. You’ll find a beautiful selection of handmade pottery, art, jewelry, handbags and more from some of the cities most talented makers. With a few of the designers offering special discounts and wine and cheese at the ready – this is a sale not to be missed.

Sale Participants:

Handbags & Accessories
Bronsino
Patina Designs

Pottery and Ceramics
Dahlhaus
Cul de Sac
Eikcam
Hey Day Designs
Kelly Austin Design

Jewelry
Su Foster Jewellery

I’ve had my eye on Eikcam’s gorgeous handmade pottery and jewelry for quite some time and felt this sale is the perfect opportunity to highlight it. Each one of her pieces is so unique and wonderfully detailed – do take a look at the rest of her work here.

Studio Shop Event Details:
975 & 965 Vernon Drive, East Vancouver (Mergatroid Studios)
Sat. June 26th & Sun. June 27th: 11am-5pm daily

~Posted by: Amy

Vancouver Events

Swap-o-rama-rama Vancouver is here! What is swap-o-rama-rama you ask? Well, it’s a super fun opportunity to swap your gently used clothing and crafts with other locals this Saturday, June 26th. Not only will you get to trade for fun, new to you items – they’ll also have a station set up if you’d like to do some upcycling right on the spot – with screenprinting and sewing machines available. Admission is just $5 if you pay in advance, $6 if you pay at the door.

Click here for all the details.

~Posted by: Amy

Images above: 1). Urban Pink 2). Wren & Chickadee 3). Alice B Gardens

Sweet Links of the Week – Vancouver Events & more

1). Did somebody say cupcake?? Vancouver’s first cupcake challenge is this Sunday, details here.

2). My favorite non-profit, Just Work, will be taking part in the Commercial Drive Car Free event on Sunday. Pick a street, any street (Car Free Day takes place at numerous Vancouver locations) – and enjoy food, merchandise from unique vendors and more. Click here for details.

3). Thanks to Timothy at Handmade Spark for interviewing me recently – you can read the full interview here.

4). How gorgeous are these personalized table linens that Kim Vallee posted here.

Well kids, that’s a wrap! Hope you have some fun weekend plans. I have the whole day off on Sunday, away from work and the computer… Still trying to decide just what to do – maybe a hike, or some time at the cupcake contest – and also hoping to stop by one of the Car Free Day festivals. Whatever you do, I hope you’ve got some time for fun – would love to hear your plans!

~Posted by: Amy

Spool of Thread has announced their grand opening here in Vancouver this Saturday June 5th! What is Spool of Thread? It’s a one of a kind, modern sewing lounge where you can either take sewing classes or drop in and work on your own projects using their wonderful set of machines. They also offer a great selection of bright and colorful fabric in their shop too!

Owned by the nicest local couple, Lili and Henry – this is sure to be your go-to destination for your next sewing project.

Click here to visit Spool of Thread’s home on the web and for more details on their grand opening party – complete with treats and giveaways.

We’ve also got word that Vancouver’s first modern quilting guild will have their first meeting at Spool of Thread on June 17th! Click here for more details.

~Posted by: Amy

Found via Blissfulb’s blog.

I’ve been going to the opening night of the graduation exhibit at Emily Carr for the past ten years and it’s always been one of my favorite events – Saturday night was no exception. There was a huge crowd in attendance with everyone jockeying for space to see the new graduates work.

If you didn’t make it out last night, you still have plenty of time to catch the show. There’s no entry fee at all and it’s a chance to see brilliant pieces by emerging artists.

I’m excited to share with you a few of my highlights from last night, make sure you don’t miss them!

I loved Jenny Lu’s work “Modern Traditional Blue and White.” I thought the juxtaposition of traditional Chinese design and modern forms was so fresh and innovative.

I enjoyed the detail work on Denver Lynxleg’s installation piece – storefront with Downseys Sandwich board.

I also loved the work of Silje-Marie Salhus. Again, this is only part of her collection at the show- so head down to ECIAD to check out the rest of it and all the other amazingly talented artists for yourself. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!

The show is open daily from May 2nd-16th, 10am-6pm: 1399/1400 Johnston Street, Granville Island. For more information about the show and graduating artists, check out the exhibition’s web catalogue here.

~Posted by Christine

Portland’s Crafty Wonderland

I’ve got to say the line-up at this spring’s Crafty Wonderland is pretty unreal. Looking through the vendor list – I found the names of so many of my favorite artists and crafty types whose work has been featured in the past on Handmade Evolution. So if you’re in Portland here’s a great opportunity to see their work up close and in person!

Where: Oregon Convention Center – 777 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Exhibit Hall D
When: Saturday, May 1st + Saturday, May 2nd: 11am-5pm both days
More Details: Click here for Crafty Wonderland’s website

Above shops: 1). Abby Try Again 2). Pigeon Toe Ceramics 3). Michele Maule

Got Craft shows us year after year that Vancouver is home to so many talented artists and creative types. The above is just a sample of the work from a long list of very talented individuals you’ll find at this spring’s show.

Visit Got Craft here to find many more wonderful vendors.

Pictured Above: 1). Lockette 2). Track & Field 3). kove 4). Laura Bucci 5). The Beautiful Project 6). Billy Would

Got Craft’s Spring edition is May 2nd at the Royal Canadian Legion – 2205 Commercial Dr., Vancouver

*Not in Vancouver but want to do some shopping? Not to worry – all the ladies above have their own online shops, click the links to visit.

~Posted by: Amy

Studio Sale – Gailan Ngan

A friend told me about this wonderful studio sale, and the work of talented potter Gailan Ngan (thanks Leigh)! In preparation for her move to Hornby Island Gailan is opening her doors this weekend, everything will be up to 40% off.

If you’re not in Vancouver do check out her work online – I noticed she has an option for Mail Orders too. Click here for Gailan’s website.

Sale Details:
898 East Georgia St, Vancouver
Sat. April 24th: 1-6pm
Thurs. April 29th: 5-8pm
Up to 40% off all pots

Celebrate 14 years at the East Georgia Studio with a glass of champagne and some wonderful deals.

~Posted by: Amy