I love this time of year because I get to go out and be sociable. It’s so great to be doing in-person markets again. Lockdown made me realise how important it is to have conversations with you guys about what I make and why. So here’s a reminder of where I’ll be and when over the next few weeks. Local events like these are the perfect place to shopsmall, shoplocal and find those unique, Christmas gifts.
DigitalCRAFTFestival
time & location
13 & 14 Nov, 10:00 – 16:00 online at www.digitalcraftfestival.co.uk
about the event
Perfect timing of six weeks before Christmas, the #DigitalCraftFestival is here to help you shop small this festive season. Check out the website for full listings of events happening.
Browse the incredible list of makers, sign up to workshops, watch demonstrations, enjoy live chats with craft royalty and so much more.
What’s on? We have a whole host of crafty content for you this year, including:
– Make-Along with @jimparkyn hosted by @andygreenacre
– Craft Conversation with @kirstyelson
– Pottery Demonstration with @fitchandmcandrew
– Craft Conversation with @hilaryburnsbasketmaker MBE
– Sculpture Demonstration with @jeremy_james_artist
as well as LIVE maker conversations on Instagram throughout both days.
Made in Mortimer’s Christmas Shopping Evening
time & location
Fri 3rd Dec, 17:00 – 20:00 at St. John’s Hall, Mortimer For full details of the crafts on offer please visit the MiM website or their Facebook page.
about the event
Beautifully crafted christmas gifts, mince pies and mulled wine! Free entry and a warm welcome.
Reading Biscuit Factory Christmas Market
time & location
4th-5th December, 11am-4pm at Reading Biscuit Factory, Unit 1a Oxford Rd, Broad St, Mall, Reading RG1 7QE
about the event
2 day Christmas Market upstairs at Reading’s newest creative hub. Full details coming soon.
Alder Bridge School Advent Fayre
time & location
11 Dec, 11:00 – 14:30 at Alder Bridge Steiner Waldorf School, Mill Ln, Padworth, Reading RG7, UK For directions please visit Alder Bridge School’s website
about the event
Gifts, crafts, grotto, candle dipping, storytelling, childrens activities, homemade food and good music! Free entry and a warm welcome.