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

Creative Peninsula Christmas Fayre

Ards Arts Centre Town Hall, Conway Square, Newtownards, United Kingdom

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

Belfast Christmas Potter’s Market

2 Royal Avenue 2 Royal Avenue, Belfast, United Kingdom

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

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, United Kingdom

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

Ceramic Christmas Tree Decoration Workshop

Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre 24 Main Street, Limavady, United Kingdom

In this one-off workshop, professional ceramicist Fiona Shannon will guide you through designing and making festive Christmas decorations and tea lights perfect for your tree and table. Designed for beginners this class will be a fun creative environment to get crafty using a range of clay techniques. Fiona will fire and glaze your decorations to … Continue reading Ceramic Christmas Tree Decoration Workshop

£25

Big Bauble Showcase

Craft NI Gallery 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, United Kingdom

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

‘Brilliant Generations’ Christmas exhibition

Craft NI Gallery 115 - 119 Royal Ave, Belfast, United Kingdom

Craft NI's 2024 Christmas selling exhibition ‘Brilliant Generations’ will open November 7, 6 - 9pm at Craft NI Gallery, Belfast, and run until December 31st! This year's Christmas exhibition will showcase the impressive creations of our local designer-makers and aim to inspire discerning shoppers with new, exciting work: whether it is jewellery that sparkles, ceramics with … Continue reading ‘Brilliant Generations’ Christmas exhibition

Free

Made in AND: Pop-Up Christmas Shop

North Down Museum Town Hall, The Castle, Bangor, United Kingdom

A unique shopping experience in the lead up to Christmas at North Down Museum - explore and browse the museum, filled with beautiful hand-made products from over 25 makers. The perfect place to get that extra special gift and support your local artists and crafters. The shop is free to visit during normal opening hours: … Continue reading Made in AND: Pop-Up Christmas Shop

Free

Christmas Open Studio

Belfast Ceramics Studio Unit 10E Owen O'Cork Mill, 288 Beersbridge Road, Belfast, Antrim, United Kingdom

The holiday season is on its way - join the Belfast Ceramics Studio for their Christmas Open Studio days! Stop by for a cozy,  creative afternoon filled with festive cheer, pottery fun and handmade pieces that make the perfect gift. Visitors will be able to try their hand at the potter's wheel, enjoy free mulled … Continue reading Christmas Open Studio

Free

Open Studio Event: Alison Lowry, Alistar-R, Rene Mullin and Curlew Cottage Design

A rare opportunity to visit  four designer/maker studios not normally open to the public - visitors will have a chance to see their making processes of glass, jewellery & printmaking! Bring some friends and browse their unique, handmade work, and don't forget to look out for something special in the seconds sale. There will be … Continue reading Open Studio Event: Alison Lowry, Alistar-R, Rene Mullin and Curlew Cottage Design

Free

Drinks, nibbles and discount night at Steensons

Steensons Bedford House, Bedford St, Belfast

Steensons would like to invite you for an exclusive evening - enjoy 20% off their stunning collections, accompanied by festive drinks and delicious canapés. It’s the perfect opportunity to find a special piece or start your festive shopping in style. (stock items only - T&C's apply; on the night exclusive 20% discount on spends over … Continue reading Drinks, nibbles and discount night at Steensons

Free

Twilight Christmas Shopping

North Down Museum Town Hall, The Castle, Bangor, United Kingdom

To launch this year's Pop-Up Christmas Shop, North Down Museum is hosting a Late-Night Christmas Shopping event. Join in for an evening of twinkly lights, music, artists demonstrations and shopping. The museum will be festively decorated, the museum café will be open serving food and drink and visitors will be able to explore the museum … Continue reading Twilight Christmas Shopping

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