Craftiness brings happiness this holiday season
- Amra Durakovic
- 05 Dec 2019
While Christmas shopping can feel overwhelming, it’s infinitely more pleasurable when it involves perusing artisanal products at Craftadian®’s Christmas Market. On Saturday, December 7th, head over to McMaster Innovation Park to find the perfect indie crafts and foodie gifts for your loved ones.
Set to host more than 90 local vendors, including artists, chefs, wares, and more, Craftadian® offers the best in Canadian-made, small-batch treats from talented makers, along with soulful tunes by DJ Aerlie Wilde, a local art exhibit, photos with Santa, and delicious edible treats.
Here are some Canadian-made gifts for everyone on your list.
Card Wallet (black bridle), $50
Impress your loved ones with Burlington-made leather goods from designer Keegan Lodder’s Gusset Leather. Keegan uses reclaimed leather to produce unique, durable, hand-crafted leather items.
Kinsip Whisky Barrel Aged Maple Syrup, $25 for 375ml
Ageing in Kinsip whisky barrels gives this Prince Edward County maple syrup its robust, smoky flavour. Perfect on pancakes and ice cream, in cooking, and in cocktails!
Artisanal pickled vegetables and sea salt from The Barton General. Prices vary.
3 in 1 fish stud earring with 14K Gold Plated fan earring jacket, $75
Locally made presents are always unique and double as an easy way to support independent makers in Ontario. The province is home to an overwhelming number of talented jewellers, including Fabiana Papaleothe behind Mimo (Meaningful Ideas for Meaningful Objects). Fabiana’s one-of-a-kind fish skin & leather jewellery line is designed and produced in Toronto.
Rough Bark Knits toques with faux fur pom poms, $25 – $45 each
Ellingwood Amber & Sandalwood soy candle, ranging from $18 – $50
Leather feather necklace by Love at First Blush, $100
Inspired by nature, Love at First Blush creates a new approach to jewellery, shaping natural textures into feminine forms and delicate pieces of wearable art, designed and handmade in Toronto.
This award-winning multivitamin restorative facial oil helps strengthen your skin and improves skin tone, elasticity, and overall hydration, $62
For the sensitive types, Iremia Skincare’s luxurious natural product range is made especially for sensitive and reactive skin.
Handmade in London by Boosh. 25K Gold Lip Gloss, $25 and Sparkle Balm, $15
Pre-sale tickets are on sale on Universe now, including special $3 tickets with code: URBNCITY. Tickets will be $5 day of the event at the door, capacity allowing. Doors open at 10 am with free swag for the first 50 families in line.
For details, visit craftadian.ca
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