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Photo: Hand carved and jointed ‘Gigi’ wooden cats; Maker: David Cousley; Photo credit: Craft NI

RUA Annual Exhibition

Ulster Museum

The 142nd Royal Ulster Academy Annual Exhibition of Art is taking place at Ulster Museum. The Royal Ulster Academy is the most enduring body of practicing visual artists in Northern Ireland, and its annual exhibition is one of the highlights of the Northern Ireland arts calendar. The 142nd art exhibition contains over 300 artworks that … Continue reading RUA Annual Exhibition

Free

Big Bauble Showcase

Craft NI Gallery 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast

The Big Bauble Showcase is a yearly staple at Craft NI Gallery, featuring a wide range of unique handmade baubles, in limited ranges or one-offs. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection. Stop by to admire and pick up a meaningful gift - these unique … Continue reading Big Bauble Showcase

Free

Christmas Craft Market

Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart

One of the most popular festive markets on the North Coast returns! The Christmas Craft Market opens on Saturday 11 November from 10am-4pm and continues until Thursday 21 December. In the Christmas Craft Market visitors will find unique, handmade presents  - from pottery and fashion accessories to jewellery and glass homeware, beautiful artwork, artisan food … Continue reading Christmas Craft Market

Free

Pop-up Christmas Shop

North Down Museum Town Hall, The Castle, Bangor

Come and visit a unique shopping experience this Christmas at North Down Museum. Browse the museum’s galleries, which are filled with beautiful hand-made products from local artists and makers. The perfect place to get that special gift and support your local crafters. The shop is free to explore during normal opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday … Continue reading Pop-up Christmas Shop

Free

Form | Function | Flourish

Island Arts Centre The Island, Lisburn

A special ceramic group show which brings together the work of 18 established artists who have been invited to consider form, function and/or flourish, and create work that demonstrates the breadth of expression, skill and innovation in contemporary ceramics. The exhibition continues until 21 December, and includes makers such as Malcom Murchinson,  Anna Donovan, Claire … Continue reading Form | Function | Flourish

Free

Ceramic Gingerbread House Workshop

Flowerfield Arts Centre 185 Coleraine Road, Portstewart

Ceramic Artist Fiona Shannon will guide you through designing and making your Christmas gingerbread house which you can use for your festive table. Designed for beginners, this class will be a fun creative environment to get crafty using a range of clay techniques. Your gingerbread house will be fired to be collected at a later … Continue reading Ceramic Gingerbread House Workshop

£60
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Creative Peninsula Christmas Fayre

Ards Arts Centre Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards

Support your local artists and makers and be inspired to purchase a wonderful handcrafted Christmas gift, made in the borough of Ards and North Down! For a unique shopping experience, join the makers and artists of the Creative Peninsula as the popular Christmas Fayre makes a welcome return to Ards Arts Centre for 2 days … Continue reading Creative Peninsula Christmas Fayre

Free
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Belfast Christmas Potter’s Market

2 Royal Avenue 2 Royal Avenue, Belfast

Building on the success of the previous three events which showed a great variety of work from both established and emerging potters, Belfast Potter's Market returns this Christmas at 2 Royal Avenue in Belfast! The event will take place on Friday 1st December 5pm- 9pm and Saturday 2nd December, 10am – 5pm. 25 of Ireland’s … Continue reading Belfast Christmas Potter’s Market

Free
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Christmas Artisan Market

Castle Ward Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick

Castle Ward will host its Christmas Artisan Market from 1-3 December. In the theatre space and Stable yard you will find a handpicked selection of local designer/makers and food vendors showcasing their work and locally produced products– a great day out and opportunity to pick up locally handcrafted Christmas products. The Stable yard will be … Continue reading Christmas Artisan Market

Free
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Christmas Artisan Market

Castle Ward Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick

Castle Ward will host its Christmas Artisan Market from 1-3 December. In the theatre space and Stable yard you will find a handpicked selection of local designer/makers and food vendors showcasing their work and locally produced products– a great day out and opportunity to pick up locally handcrafted Christmas products. The Stable yard will be … Continue reading Christmas Artisan Market

Free

Air Dry Christmas Decoration Children’s Workshop

Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre 24 Main Street, Limavady

A one-day workshop with Ceramic Artist Fiona Shannon who will guide you through designing and making festive decorations for your Christmas Tree. Designed for beginners and improvers this class will be a fun creative environment to get crafty using a range of clay techniques. Please bring a box with you as children will get to … Continue reading Air Dry Christmas Decoration Children’s Workshop

£14

Adam Frew Christmas Open Studio

Adam Frew Studio 21 Cullycapple Park, Aghadowey

Adam Frew will be having his annual Christmas Open Studio on Saturday 9th December from 11am - 3pm. There will be a wide range of pots for sale and also some festive nibbles - a lovely opportunity to  meet other craft lovers too!

Free

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