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39th Annual Circle Craft Christmas Market

More than 300 artisans from coast to coast

Vancouver’s Circle Craft Christmas Market has been a local tradition since 1973. For 38 years, generations of Vancouverites, British Columbians, as well as tourists from near and far have been enjoying the Market, a place where they come face to face with fine BC and Canadian artisans and their work. Exhibitors include wood turners, glass blowers, sculptors and potters, clothing and jewellery designers, toy makers, leather and metal workers, and more. In addition, to round out the experience, visitors will find food vendors, entertainment by local dance groups, craft technique demonstrations, and other activities.

Here is a link to this year's exhibitors: http://circlecraft.net/node/562

The 2012 Market will take place at the Vancouver Convention Centre West, 1055 Canada Place

November 7-11, 2012

Wednesday-Friday 10am to 9pm

Saturday 10am to 7pm | Sunday 10am to 5pm.

Full details at www.circlecraft.net

Admission:

SAVE $2 ONLINE

Adults $12 @ door or $10 online

Students $10 @ door or $8 online

Seniors $10 @ door or $8 online

2 for 1 adults after 5pm on Wed, Thurs, and Fri ONLY - $12

(Your initial ticket purchase entitles you to unlimited re-entry on any day of the 2012 show. Please pick up and validate your re-entry pass as you exit. Offer is non-transferable, and applies to ticket purchaser ONLY.)

Tickets are available online at www.circlecraft.net.

Tickets are also available in advance at Circle Craft Shop & Gallery,

1 - 1666 Johnston St., Net Loft, Granville Island, starting October 1 through till November 11.

The Circle Craft Christmas Market attracts some 40,000 people eager to discover the creations of hundreds of Canadian artisans all of whom are jury-selected based on talent and diversity. This November, more artisans than ever, over 300 (many of whom are new to the Market!), will present their wares.

The Market offers additional special sights and artistic surprises for attendees and fun activities for families to enjoy:

Watch artists produce their work – Enjoy live demonstrations of pottery throwing, weaving, jewellery making, and more!

Fashion Show (New in 2012!) – There is something new to look forward to at Circle Craft this year: Designers and fashion artisans will be hitting the runway in style as Vancouver's favourite Christmas Market unveils their very first set of fashion shows. Including local talent fiveleft leather, Adhesif Clothing, and Chloë Angus, the shows are available twice a day and will be taking place all week long. Now shoppers have the opportunity to preview the best pieces from over 50 designers and take the looks from the catwalk to their closets.

Totally Amazing Glass – Take in free glassblowing demonstrations by some of Canada's top glass artists. Visit the display of gallery work located next to the stage.

Ballz of Fire Workshop – Try your hand at designing and creating a blown glass Christmas ornament.

The Main Stage where fantastic local talent will shine, including youth community dance and music groups!

Student Art Exhibition – Circle Craft presents, for the sixth year, an exciting exhibit celebrating student creativity. Each secondary school (and Arts Umbrella) featured offers a display of a wide variety of student artwork reflecting the quality and diversity of their visual arts programs. This show offers a snapshot of the many styles and media art students are practicing. Explorations in drawing, painting, mixed media, printmaking, collage, and photography will be on view. This exhibition is presented by Circle Craft Co-operative.

The Shopping Spree! – Drop your ticket in the box inside the show entrance to be entered to win a $1000 shopping spree at the Market!