I’m an artist and florist who has been fascinated by dried flowers for the past 20 years. In 2021, I decided to turn that fascination into a business, allowing to share my unique eye for seeing the potential in each individual flower. I arrange flowers in a wild and free way, yet still manages to capture the individual shapes and personalities of each bloom. I finds beauty and joy in all types of flowers and plants, and is excited to share my work with the world.
Valerie, founder/co-owner of RavenSong Soap & Candle, hails from Haida Gwaii and takes immense pride in her Haida heritage. Her journey into artisanal craftsmanship began in 2003 with a gifted handmade soap bar, sparking an unwavering passion. Fueled by a relentless creative spirit, she dedicated every free moment to mastering the art.
In 2013, she left the corporate world to make soap full-time. Today, she presides over a thriving soap and candle emporium in Campbell River, complemented by an expanding online presence. Her luxury line of bath and beauty products continues to flourish, with RavenSong Soap + Candle’s creations gracing galleries and gift shops throughout the lower mainland.
We are a mother /daughter sewing duo in Colwood creating items for pets.
Born and raised in Sooke, BC, Jill Warne’s creativity has always been inspired by the nature and spirit of southern Vancouver Island. She studied visual arts at Camosun College and then completed a degree in History and English Literature.
Working predominantly in acrylics, Jill studied painting and focused mainly on west coast landscapes as inspiration.
In 2017, while looking to challenge herself by working in new media, Jill found polymer clay as an interesting alternative, and began to apply some of the style and techniques she had developed, in landscape painting, to layering and creating depth in miniature clay creations based on familiar locations, such as Whiffin Spit and Sombrio Beach.
Learning metal work came next and West Coast Cameos was formed. Drawing from her childhood home and love of the west coast environment, Jill then created collections also inspired by local floral and fauna. Jill has worked to represent the beauty and soul of her island home.
I was born in Mozambique, Africa, and spent my childhood there. Later, I moved to Europe and studied in Portugal, Germany, England, and Denmark. Where I did a couple of Bachelor degrees, Fine arts and Design.
A few years ago I moved to Canada with my family. For several months I would get up really early, get on my bicycle and find subjects for my photos: parks, animals, people, streets and buildings, anything that had some unusual light or feature. I was enjoying it a lot! It was on one of those outings that I came across the Lapidary Club. I was very curious and the members of the club were so welcoming, that after a few hours on the cutting wheels I was in love! I had always loved to work with stone and metals, but working with gemstones was even more interesting. I studied under goldsmith/artist Tom Schlegel, whom was so generous he allowed me to use his fully equipped studio until I had enough resources to have my own. For two years I studied with him. It was a pleasure and a challenge. Lisa Elser, Tom’s wife is a famous artist, she is one of the crème de la crème faceters. She taught me how to facet and again, she too let me use her equipment. Life is opportunity and fortune, and I have been most fortunate in finding the right people, willing to help and to give.
I have been working independently for 11 years now, and selling at arts & crafts shows as well as rock and gem shows. I make one of a kind pieces. Each piece is unique and has a story to tell.
Megan MacDonald is a multi disciplinarian artist from Kelowna BC. Her focus is primarily centred on her encaustic practice.
MacDonald is drawn to natural and organic forms, the energy of hand-drawn lines, and the alchemy that occurs with the convergence of natural elements. She was drawn to encaustics due to its beautiful depth and luminosity as well as the myriad of possibilities the medium offers.
An award-winning artist, MacDonald’s work has been in juried exhibitions both regionally and nationally and can be found in numerous private collections around the globe. MacDonald continues to work, show and instruct out of her studio the Crow’s Nest in Kelowna, BC.
Our dehydrated meal prep kits are easy one pot meals that cook within 30 minutes, and feed between 4-8 people. Each and every meal comes with easy to follow cooking directions, they are both convenient and straightforward. All meals are designed for health conscious individuals who want to minimize their time spent in the kitchen, and maximize time spent enjoying the outdoors. Our Mountain Meals are single serve dehydrated meals meant for hiking, or backpacking. All you have to do is add water, and rehydrate. These meals are packed full of flavour, and ready to fuel any adventure.
Our co-founders, Emily and Kyle, met in law school at UBC. Emily is a lifelong vegetarian/vegan with a love for cooking and recipe creation. Kyle, having previously lived on a dairy farm, was astounded at how delicious vegan food could be. We started experimenting with recipes and selling at farmers’ markets. The reception was very encouraging, and made us feel that we were really onto something. After graduating and working as a lawyer at a top corporate law firm, respectively, we decided that we wanted to dedicate our careers to something meaningful to us. This is why we made the decision to jump into the business full-time.
Our delicious artisan pastas are hand made in Victoria BC by a borne and bred Italian pastaio, using traditional Italian methods and unique seasonal ingredients from local farms and markets. Handcrafted from the finest certified organic durum wheat, sourced in BC and freshly milled on Vancouver Island. We slow dry at a low temperature to produce a beautifully delicate, highly-nutritious product with exceptional flavour and authentic Italian taste. Available during the summer and festive market seasons, our traditional hand made crackers and cookies are a true labour of love – bringing Italian amore to this beautiful corner of the West Coast.
Hand drawn, hand carved, and hand printed linocut art prints, greeting cards, and t-shirts inspired by nature.
Tofino based artist, Mei, has been creating unique expressions of art since 2015. Self taught, she discovered a unique painting process that is reminiscent of cloud gazing and inspired by her wild imagination. After dropping a multitude of watercolors onto paper, she lets them dry as shapes and images reveal themselves to her. Trusting the process, she then traces the images and creatures, which create one-of-a-kind illustrations. Just as each painting evolves and expresses her current state of mind, she hopes viewers will find their own unique story reflected.
In addition to her watercolor illustrations, she infuses her art with nature through working with local Vancouver Island wood and wild flowers from Tofino to create botanical pieces of art to hang on a wall, a table centrepiece, a hanging mobile, or a one-of-a-kind jewelry piece.
Based out of beautiful Victoria, BC, Vancouver Island’s Own is a small-batch, family-owned and operated gourmet snack food company. We approach the making of our products as consciously as we provide a nourishing meal for our families: with 100% organic, locally sourced ingredients and a whole lot of love. We maintain a focus on sustainability and a low carbon footprint throughout our company, from the ingredients and creation of our delectable products, to our packaging and delivery process. We take care to reduce our environmental impact as much as humanly possible and to ensure that our products benefit your body, mind, and taste buds. Our specialties include a variety of trail mixes made with fresh-from-the-harvest nuts and seeds, and unique granolas featuring locally freeze-dried fruits. We love nurturing our community and providing healthy, ready-made snack foods to satiate your hunger at any time of the day!
Wallace Craft Chocolate, based in Victoria, BC, Canada, is your gateway to exceptional stone-ground chocolates and confections. With a commitment to 100% transparent trade, we source the finest single-origin cocoa, directly supporting farmers across the globe. Founder Mark Wallace’s decade-long commitment in Africa has empowered cocoa producers to earn fair wages. This bond persists as we now source beans directly from these farmers. With strong ties to the West Coast, we use local, organic, and the highest quality ingredients with distinct cocoa beans for captivating flavors. At Wallace Craft Chocolate, we’re all about unwavering transparency, integrity, and sustainability.
Offering minimally processed plant-based seafood alternatives in an effort to help reduce the stress on our oceans.
Focusing on functional mid-fire stoneware, Lochside Pottery is dedicated to the simple, unique character of the handmade. Drawing inspiration from the comfort of cottages and simplicity of farmhouses; this collection is designed to be loved and enjoyed everyday.
At Hammock Hounds we love doing something fun and outside the box for your dog, cat & parrot too!
Some examples of our unique treats include dog gingerbread houses, dog advent calendars, dog, cat & parrot ice cream mix, dog treat sushi, cat tea and SO much more!
We make every treat from scratch using only the best ingredients with no wheat, corn, soy or preservatives.
We also make a variety of wax products including paw protector, nose balm & hot spot helper, all using local beeswax.
GRETEL DESIGNS is a wearable connection to nature. Foraged sprigs and beach combed shells from Vancouver Island are cast to capture the tiniest of details in every .960 sterling silver piece of jewellery.
Good Wheel Ceramics makes functional pottery that is not only pleasing to the eye, but feels good to hold and use. Each pot is thrown and finished on the potter’s wheel. We use a variety of different glazes, mostly personal recipes, in addition to letting the natural beauty of the raw clay show.
As a small batch artist, pieces are thrown, glazed and fired without molds or forms, with the utmost of care. As a result, each piece is handmade and unique and something we can both be proud of.
Here at From the Heart Pebble Art, we are dedicated to creating one-of-a-kind visual art pieces by using pebbles, sea glass and other beach treasures. Through our art, we aim to spark a little happiness and remind people to appreciate the beauty that nature has to offer.
We modified the recipe of crème brulee with less fat and sugar compared to traditional and commercial ones. We added a twist on this classic French dessert with dairy and vegan options.
Welcome to Claire Victoria Art and Illustration. Influenced by her life on the coast, Claire uniquely captures the essence of what it means to love out west through her stylized drawings and paintings. Come by booth #44 for a curated selection of prints, holiday and art cards designed to invite the outdoors into your home and honor the wild landscapes and characters that inspire us each day.”
Katherine Sydor, the artist behind Cedar & Wool Maker Co., creates unique fibre landscapes and a variety of Fibre Art DIY Kits of her own design. The DIY Kits are designed to be beginner-accessible.
Each piece is made from a variety of high quality sustainable materials such as 100% recycled textiles and merino wool.
Leather bags have been a staple in fashion for centuries, and for good reason, The timeless beauty of a well-made hand-crafted leather bag is unmatched. All of my pieces are carefully detailed and crafted by myself in my studio on Salt Spring Island; they show quality and sophistication. Whether it’s a classic tote, a sleek crossbody, or a versatile backpack, leather bags have the ability to elevate any outfit and add a touch of luxury to your everyday style. Having said that leather is not for everyone so I have added vegan products to my shop. Both leather and vegan bags come in a variety of designs that cater to different personalities and styles. From traditional to modern, there is a bag for everyone. All of my bags offer a contemporary and trendy appeal, with innovative designs and materials. Whether you prefer a vintage-inspired satchel, a minimalist tote, or a bold statement piece, leather, and vegan bags have you covered. These bags are not only fashion-forward but also functional, ensuring that you can find a design that fits your personality and lifestyle. So go ahead and explore the world of leather and vegan bags, and find the perfect one to complement your unique style.
Get saucy with rescued fruit!
Slow Bottled Sunday upcycles fresh Okanagan fruit into whole food condiments. Their gluten-free, plant-based, low sodium, low sugar products include their top selling Cherry Barbecue Sauce, “Holiday” Plum Ketchup, Peach Habanero, Green Tomato Relish, Mulled Cherry Cider (no alchohol), and many more. Great stocking stuffers and gift boxes.
100,000 pounds of rescued BC fruit since 2021 and counting…
My family has been involved with beeswax for decades. I have been coming up with unique creations and perfecting my craft on Vancouver Island for the last 13 years. I source all my wax from Western Canada and all of the wicks are cotton. I took up chandlering full time when injuries forced me to give up my equestrian life. The fulfillment and joy lighting up the west coast with healthy and relaxing ideas is incomparable.
Elk & The Tide started years ago with Chef Zachary, a dream and a logo. Working as a full time Chef in fine dining kitchens, Zak was focused on working for the man, scared to take the plunge into Elk & The Tide without a safety net, it wasn’t until 2021 that our story truly began. Two people crazy about food (and each other) decided to dream up an entity for Elk & The Tide Catering Co. It all began with an idea.
To create a food experience so unique that it cannot be replicated. To embody a fine dinning experience, but make it approachable and welcome to everyone. We provide tables abundant in food that starts conversations, and fills the dining room with laughter among friends and creates lasting memories. We focus on traditional techniques without cutting corners, cultivating quality food that is locally sourced on Vancouver Island. Elk & The Tide is proud to be Black founded, owned & operated.
I’m Meghan of Bellamy Home Studio and am known for creating calming landscapes and lovely floral pieces. My main mediums are paper, paint and wood. I use these materials in order to create one of a kind artwork.
I’m an artist living on Vancouver Island, Canada. When not creating artwork I am constantly looking for inspiration by exploring the island with my dog, Luna.
Quality heirloom kids wear for children of today, handmade in North Saanich BC. Made for rare moments snd play.
Colourful, fun-tional pottery for your home. A twist on traditional wares with vibrant and distinctive designs.
Hello! We are Hilltop Wood and Resin out of Nanaimo.
We are a husband and wife team working out of a small basement shop and love incorporating epoxy resin into our woodworking products to give them a big pop of colour. These products include serving boards, trays, plant pots and, our most popular item, cribbage boards.
Inspired by all things modern with influences from bold design and simple minimalism, our jewelry is the unique, handcrafted statement that we hope will become well loved favourites.
We believe whole heartedly in sustainability, clean living and quality made products. Every piece is made by our hands at the STUDIO in Royston using non toxic materials and finishes. We use only pure brass, sterling silver and 14k gold filled metals to compliment the polymer clay, acetate and glass.
From lush exotic fruit to fragrant spices, rich liquors, fine coffees and teas, and unique Japanese ingredients such as Yuzu, Sansho, or Wasabi, our carefully selected exclusive ingredients from around the globe transform each handmade chocolate into an edible masterpiece, naturally colored in an array of brilliant hues. Indulge in our 27 tantalizing flavour selections and experience the world of Coconama CHocolate for yourself.
Unique, colourful and versatile soft Leather Bags and Purses with a West Coast Touch.
Keith Kerrigan is a member of the Haida Nation, and the Yaghulanaas clan. His family originates from the village of Dadens on Langara Island in Haida Gwaii. Keith was taught basic Haida design in 1980 by his uncle, Claude Davidson. Initially working in argillite, Keith went on to carve wood, before turning to silver and gold, guided by his cousins, Reg and Robert Davidson. Kerrigan’s current practice focuses on the creation of contemporary jewelry featuring Haida designs inspired by those learned from his family, Haida stories, and the stories of his clients.
Hand screen printed sustainable tshirts for men and women, as well as beautiful Tencel ponchos, hoodies and sweaters. All printed with our original west coast designs.
Vermouth & Apéritifs made on Vancouver Island.
Exploring the wonderful world of botanically infused wines, made from mead. From dry and bubbly, to bold, sweet and bitter, our apéritifs are sure to delight in cocktails, on ice or with a splash of sparkling water.
Queen Bee Farms is a Local, Organic Herb Farm & Apiary specializing in a wide variety of ‘Bee Inspired’ products. Including: their amazing hand-crafted artisan line of Teas, Raw Wildflower Honey from their hives on the Malahat, Pure Beeswax Candles, and featuring this year some exciting new products from their all Natural Luxurious QB Spa Line & so much more!
Unique carefully crafted woodworks made with love on Quadra Island.
Fine art cards full of Joy, and Whimsy
Vankoji Foods is dedicated to introducing the umami flavor of koji seasoning to the vibrant culinary landscape of Vancouver. Our mission is to share these versatile ingredients to households and restaurants of this city.
Jamm-eez Sleepwear offers a great selection of 100% cotton flannel sleepwear for the family. Lots of great fun prints to choose from for that special person on your Christmas list.
Amanda Key Designs creates art for the West Coast. All of our nature-inspired vinyl stickers are weather and water resistant, perfect for cars, water bottles and more. More than stickers, we will also have a selection of handmade holiday ornament cards, our newly illustrated 2023 calendar, and a wide selection of botanical art prints.
Gorgeous vintage silver flatware hand stamped with cute, witty phrases sure to make you smile. Perfect for gift giving.
Sugar Sandwich Design is the home of Grow Along Babywear®, our exclusive line of growth-spurt friendly clothing for babies and kids. Grow Along Babywear® is the registered trademark for adjustable infant/toddler clothing that is handmade in Sooke BC Canada. We represent quality, performance, and long-lasting fit with all our Grow Along® products.
K-Bo Jewelry focuses on using ethical and locally sourced materials to make your jewelry.
That way they know the jewelry brings smiles not only to you and me, but to other small businesses, our community and planet!
K-Bo Jewelry pieces are inspired by the beauty of everyday life and are perfect for those who love wearing jewelry all the time – even while swimming & sleeping!
We hope you find something you love!
Christine Rio is Canadian jewelry designer based on the West Coast in Victoria, BC. Launching Slate Jewelry in 2016, she handcrafts small batch metalwork pieces of wearable art that strike a balance between classic minimalism and luxurious details. Outside of the usual jewelry categories of “fine” or “fashion,” Christine’s contemporary work stands on its own, giving voice to her organic “modern relic,” style, blending modern lines with a sense of found objects.
Unique and meaninful west-coast gemstone jewelry for every day. Woven Stone Co. was created with the hopes of encouraging others to connect authentically to one’s self, nature, and each other. Designed and handcrafted in Victoria, BC, my pieces are curated by refining various combinations of gemstones, resulting in beautiful creations made with love.
One of a kind hand made Jewellery
Originally from a hill tribe in Himalaya area , my jewelry are inspired by my traditional culture . Using traditional silver skill that I learned from a master in Tibet , combined with new technique learned in Canada , I create one a kind jewelry .
These pieces are a perfect balance between art and function. Using a fluid pouring technique, I create pieces that combine food safe epoxy resin with functional pieces you can (and should!) use in your home. Resin by nature is transparent, and the ability to see the organic movement, layers, and hidden treasures that become captured in the resin as it cures while touching its hard glass like finish is fascinating and very appealing.
Vancouver Island’s Only Dedicated Sparkling Wine House! Located in North Saanich on the same latitude as Champagne, France, we have a micro-vineyard where we do all the farming and wine making ourselves. We focus on making low intervention wines that are made in the Traditional Champagne Method.
We are Cordova Candle Co. An independent candle company out of Victoria, BC. Our candles are ethically produced in small batches using sustainable ingredients and packaging.
All of our candles are hand-poured in our studio using 100% natural soy wax for a clean and safe burn. Our wicks are made of a lead and zinc free braided cotton and all our products are free from parabens, phthalates, sulfates, petroleum, carcinogenic and animal-derived ingredients. Our mission is simple: to create candles with captivating scents and the best ingredients.
Our scents are inspired by nature and travel, moments and memories.
We ship our candles with recyclable packaging including bio-degradable packaging peanuts made of starch that completely dissolve in water.
We encourage our customers to reuse or recycle our candle vessels rather than them ending up in a landfill.
Welcome to our webpage! Please view the wonderful array of premier, hand dyed / hand painted, one of a kind Mohair Socks. Toques, Scarves & Insoles in multiple sizes, styles and products. Natural fibers are superior in so many ways however they need to be experienced to be believed thus I look forward to seeing in at my booth for a memorable, tactile experience. Warm Regards. Richard
Odd Society Spirits is a BC craft distillery located in Vancouver, BC. Odd Society produces a wide range of award-winning whiskies, gins, and liqueurs using local grains. We have several Christmas only releases of one-off whiskies including: Maple Whisky, Boneyard Whisky, Community Collaboration whiskies. Come by our table for a taste of something special.
Founded on the pristine shores of the Pacific Northwest, Sealuxe takes inspiration from the sea’s bountiful offerings. We carefully craft our products using organic, sustainably sourced marine botanicals, seaweeds, and sea salts, known for their nourishing and revitalizing properties. Combined with potent herbal extracts and essential oils, our formulations are designed to enhance your skin’s natural beauty while promoting overall well-being.
Refinemark creates letterpress and printed stationery including Greeting cards, seasonal cards and ornaments, framed and unframed limited prints, calendars, journals, bookmarks, tote bags and special gift packages. The popular Refinemark desk Calendar features Travel Inspirations for 2024. All of these products will be available for purchase at the Out Of Hand 2023.
Natural and painted wooden bowls made by hand from regional materials.
As a successful chef, Jason MacIsaac experienced the importance of strong ties with local producers in order to obtain the best quality ingredients and outcome. We believe a large part of sustainability is keeping a local footprint.
We use time-honoured distilling methods and B.C. grown grains to achieve our sustainable and traditional approach to the production of our spirits. Our small batch hand-crafted spirits are all made with 100% B.C. agricultural products. We source local ingredients from Vancouver Island whenever possible. All our products are mashed, fermented and distilled at our distillery. We are proudly committed to localism, quality & sustainability.
Mellifera Bees produces distinctive, hand-crafted honey infusions of exceptional quality
SALT & SEAWEED APOTHECARY is a Vancouver Island based boutique skincare brand, rooted in nature, with ocean-infused ingredients breathing life, love and restorative properties into every handcrafted product created.
Our products are made with time, love and the best ingredients we can find (or grow!). They are fruity and bright, and as delicious as they are good for you.
Use them in salad dressings, marinades, as a complement to steamed or roasted vegetables, any time you want to make your dishes stand out!
We are a small company located on beautiful Salt Spring Island in British Columbia. We started over 20 years ago with a vision to make traditional Indian spice mixtures accessible to the western palate. Since then we have followed our taste buds to other parts of the planet: The Levant & Africa, The Far East & Far West. Our fans rave about the ability of our mixtures to transform an everyday meal into a taste sensation. We have many new spices, teas and boxes for you this year!
I’ve been a woodworking crafter for most of my working life. After “real” jobs as a teacher and wildlife biologist, the woodworking hobby became a full time occupation and my husband and I spent many years on the craft show circuit all over western Canada. Several years ago I discovered the fun of woodturning. After 40 years I still love what I do, crafting pieces of beautiful wood into items that people can use and treasure for many years.
Claudia Hayward
Handcrafted naturally dyed wearable fibre art.
Jewelry designs that are that colourful, bold and whimsical, yet natural and sophisticated. My handcrafted jewelry features natural sustainable tagua seeds combined with sterling silver, leather, rubber, organic cotton and hemp.
Tagua from the Rainforest. Smart. Beautiful. Sustainable.
Hornby Island Estate Winery was founded in 1999, the dream of John Grayson and Joan Costello. Hornby Island is part of the Wine Islands region – the perfect climate for growing fruits and berries. Now over two decades old, the orchard produces exquisite French and English cider apples. While the other fruits and berries are sourced from nearby local farmers. All wine making happens right on site where each and every bottle is hand-crafted.
Since 2004, Linda Rajotte has been creating her west coast inspired wearable art. She weaves, textures and forms silver to make individual, unique pieces. The ocean and the symmetry of nature provide inspiration for her. Linda has used many other mediums in her life to express her artistic talents, however, exploring the unique properties of silver, copper and now gold dominates her life in art.
Linda’s mathematical background has influenced her distinct designs. Logarithmic spirals found in nature such as ammonite fossils, shells, and sunflowers are a constant theme. All her pieces are made by hand so they carry within them the energy she uses to create
Her jewellery has been described as being original, elegant and while it has a very personal feel – inasmuch as her jewellery is an extension of her as a person – it also conveys a strong sense of its eventual wearer.
Salt fired porcelain stoneware functional dishes and sculptural pieces
Cathi’s career as a studio-trained potter began under mentor Herman Venema in Matsqui, British Columbia, in 1974. She also completed fine arts courses at Kwantlen College and the Fraser Valley College. Two Canada Council Grants provided fundingfor a 4-month residency at The Archie Bray Foundation in Montana and the Banff Centre for the Arts. Experiences with fellow ceramic artists include residencies in Canada, the US, and internationally.
Her exhibition history has been extensive over the years, being invited to participate in seven USA exhibitions at the National Clay Exhibition for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) and the ’21st Century Ceramics’ in Ohio. She was juried into the Sydney Myers International Award, Australia. In 2010, Cathi was awarded the Carter Wosk BC Achievement Award for Applied Art and Design. Among the many publications that have featured her work are Robin Hopper’s ‘Functional Pottery’ and Phil Roger’s ‘Salt-Glaze Ceramics’.
Cathi’s passion for the preservation of nature is evident in all aspects of her work. Her studio and gallery on the beautiful Cowichan River near Duncan, BC, is surrounded by the west coast rain forest that inspires her. The unique salt-fired functional stoneware and sculptural forms she creates have designs from nature that she cares about so passionately.
Cristy’s jewelry is crafted in her home studio on stunning Vancouver Island. Her work represents the world she sees around her, at home and in travel: figments of nature and geometric silhouettes, using mixed metals and wire-wrapped stones to create each exquisite piece.
Unique one of a kind hand made pottery
There are 29 steps involved to make my work. I use both the wheel and hands to make my work. My work explores the beauty of the nature, color and form. I meticulously carve and paint hundreds of little flowers and leaves to create simple yet a detailed piece. I don’t use any stencil or stamp to create my pottery so all of my work is unique and one of the kind.
Art has always been my passion. After 11 year of teaching fine art, I embarked on my life-long desire to become a potter in 1998. Now I am merging all the things I love and trying something new. I draw inspiration from past and present experiences and this is where ceramic meets fine art. My work explores the beauty of nature, color and form. I meticulously paint hundreds of little flowers, colors and symbols to create detailed mosaics representing my aesthetic and culture. The final work is unique and beautiful. I don’t use any stencil nor tools of any kind, no two pieces of my work are the same. Lynn
ALVARO SANCHEZ was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he studied design, music and architecture.
Since leaving Argentina he has lived in almost every country in Latin America until 1990 when he established residence on Salt Spring Island, British Columbia.
As a self-taught silversmith Alvaro has gathered influences, techniques and inspiration from the ancient and contemporary art of the many cultures he has been immersed in.
His work is about the balance between solid and empty spaces, between rough and smooth, between free forms and the basic geometric figures that contain them.
His artistic style has an urban Latin flavour.
Using precious metals and natural gems, Alvaro creates fine jewellery that is durable and very comfortable to wear.
The nan.c designs line of Learn-To-Felt kits are packed with my own hand-dyed felting wool created in my home studio in the Cowichan Valley. This year at Out-of-Hand I’ll be introducing my newest kit, a collection of mushrooms. I’m the author of Next Level Felting, make one-of-a-kind felted wool creations and teach felting workshops. Come say hi, pick up a felting kit to gift and a felted decoration for your tree. I love to introduce new people to this fun and magical craft.
Based in East Vancouver and rooted in nature, Parker Street Soap Co. creates simple and natural self-care products using plant-based ingredients and
pure essential oils.
All of Parker Street Soap Co.’s products are handmade in small batches, allowing for attention and care in every detail. These all-natural products are free of
synthetic fragrances, chemical preservatives and harmful sulfates, and are sustainably packaged with the planet in mind.
This small company is a woman-owned and operated business that intentionally promotes a spirit of wellness and self-care. From bar soap to bubble bath to lotion, lip balms, and bath salts, Parker Street offers a range of products. Spa-themed gift boxes, soap sets, mini bar sampler boxes and aromatherapy spray rounds out the gift giving possibilities. Parker Street Soap Co. creates thoughtfully crafted products for all your bath and body needs.
Modern stoneware ceramics, made by hand in Ucluelet, B.C.
For over 50 years Gordon Hutchens has created a wide variety of ceramic vessels incorporating a life-times exploration of historical and contemporary techniques, always adding his own twists and explorations in glaze chemistry.
His work varies from rustic wood fired stoneware to refined crystalline glazed porcelain and lustre ware.
In his large Denman Island studio he has designed and built 4 gas fired kilns and a Japanese style hill-side wood fired Anagama.
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