2020 Pointe-Claire Artisan Show – Online
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This year, the Pointe-Claire Artisan Show will be held entirely and exclusively online!
Welcome to the Pointe-Claire 2020 Artisan Show – Online edition!
A word from the President
We hope that you are coping well in this difficult year. We will miss the excitement of preparing and setting up our booths, but most of all we will miss the interaction with you. We hope you will enjoy our virtual show and support your local vendors. Stay safe.
Erika Hofmann
President, Pointe-Claire Artisan Show Committee
How to participate?
Visiting the online Artisan Show is as just as easy as walking through the halls of the Stewart Hall Cultural Centre where it usually takes place: browse through the pages, go back, select a product that catches your eye, get information about the artisan and production techniques, then click on the contact or purchase method of your choice (Facebook, Etsy, e-mail, phone, website, Instagram).
You can contact the artisans with any questions you may have to help you make your choice.
Repeat as many times as you like. And do it all from the comfort of your home!
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 Bijoux / Jewelry |
 Bijoux en polymère Polymer jewelry |
 Produits de beauté naturels Natural beauty products |
 Savons faits à la main Handmade soaps |
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 Cuir et fourrure Leather and fur
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 Articles-cadeaux faits de lin Linen gift items |
 Articles de soie peints à la main Hand-painted silk items
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 Lakeshore Weavers |
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 Plumes, stylos en bois Wooden pens |
Jenny Anderson – Pottery
| About the artisan
Although primarily self-taught, I have attended pottery courses at Claycrafters, John Abbott College, St. Lawrence College and clay workshops through FUSION (Ontario Clay and Glass). I am a member of the Baie d’Urfé Potters Guild and an active participant in their workshops and their biannual exhibition and sale.
The selection My pottery is primarily functional stoneware and is oven, microwave and dishwasher friendly. I make items for:
Drawing inspiration from nature, I decorate these pots with blue brushwork on a white glaze or white and black brushwork on a nutmeg coloured glaze. My designs are created with the intention of bringing joy to the user!
Get a FREE small pottery item of your choice when you spend over $35! |
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514-653-3380
Sheila Caplan – Pottery
| About the artisan
I have been working with clay since the mid 1970s and am still as passionate about it over 40 years later! Shows I have participated in include 1001POTS, the Roxham Woolgathering, and Westmount Artisans. I have taught pottery at the Baie d’Urfé Potters Guild, Town of Mount Royal Recreation Centre, and from my studio in Montreal West.
The selection The pots are made with stoneware clay, mostly on the wheel, some in slabs or coils, and are oven, microwave, and dishwasher safe. I prepare my own glaze, firing in an electric kiln to cone 6 (2,200°F). In addition to functional ware for your kitchen and dining table, I also make some useful bathroom items, as well as decorative pieces (e.g. planters, vases). I enjoy producing dinnerware, and have completed several custom orders of dishes. To know that my pots are being used and appreciated in people’s daily lives means a lot to me. |
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Rafic Dagher – Wood and soapstone carving
| About the artisan
I started out as a metalworker and then became a technology teacher at the secondary level for 32 years, working both in Montréal and overseas. Being retired for the last 17 years has given me the chance to explore my favourite media, mainly wood and soapstone. I also run a soapstone workshop at Stewart Hall.
The selection The types of wood that I use are North American species that are not in danger of extinction. I design and hand-produce all of my own products, most of which are for use in the preparation and serving of food, and some of which are decorative objects. I also use live-edge wood to make coffee tables and benches. Food products are finished with mineral oil and bees wax. Soapstone products are finished with water-based varnish and bees wax. |
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Carmen Marie Fabio – Wind chimes
| About the artisan
Decades of collecting shiny metal, beads and anything that makes noise has resulted in honing the art of marrying wind and “junk” to create something new. With a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and a preference for working in three-dimensions, Carmen Marie Fabio’s work is comprised of 95 per cent recycled or found objects. Any materials purchased in their making typically come from community fripperies and church basements, allowing money to go back to the community.
The selection My wind chimes are handcrafted from reclaimed silver-plated cutlery, driftwood from Lake St. Louis, vintage teapots and all manner of found items. No two products are exactly alike. My goal is always to work with found and reclaimed objects. I also make pendants, purse charms and keychains with old silver-plated cutlery, resin and found notions. I spend a lot of time in junk shops.
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Diane Gagnon – Jewelry
| About the artisan
Diane Gagnon (Création Pettigrew) is passionate about glass and working with her hands. Her inspiration comes from the great diversity of colours and textures. She is a curious person who likes to incorporate various techniques such as fusion or welding to create exclusive glass pieces.
The selection Her jewelry line reflects this. It is distinctively elegant, unique and timeless. The range includes pendants, earrings, rings, bracelets, watches, brooches and more. An online store is now available so that you can shop safely anytime from the comfort of your home! If you are looking for a gift for yourself or for a loved one, you are sure to find something you like from among our wide selection. Because the products are entirely handmade, you can also order a personalized creation. Having trouble choosing? Just ask Diane. |
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Stephanie Gartner (CocoTerra) – Natural beauty products
| About the artisan
I have lived in Pointe-Claire most of my life. I started making my own natural products shortly after having the first of my two amazing children. After realizing all the chemicals there are in our everyday body and home products, I knew I had to do better for my growing family. This is what led me to start making everyday products for body and home for my family. With the growing demand from people for more natural products CocoTerra was born
The selection CocoTerra is a line of natural everyday products for your home and body. All our products are handmade in small batches right here in Pointe Claire. CocoTerra uses only natural and, when possible, organic ingredients of the highest quality to bring its loyal clients the products that they truly love. Thank you for supporting local artisans. When you shop local you support local families, especially during these trying times.
Free gift: I will be offering the first 12 shoppers of CocoTerra a free lip balm. There will also be a free surprise gift with any purchase over 50$.
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Valery Hefter – Leather and fur
| About the artisan
I decided to work with furs and genuine leathers because I have experience with sewing. I followed an online course headed by a European teacher. Over the past five years, I have participated in several big craft fairs: the D.D.O. Christmas Craft Fair, La Semaine des artisans de Laval, the Pointe-Claire Artisan Show, Rigaud’s Festival of Colours, Le Festival de montgolfières de Gatineau, and several others around the province of Québec.
The selection In regards to my production, I begin by working my design and pattern. I cut the fur and leather and I do all the sewing myself to create hats, mittens, hair bands, and more. I use high quality recycled furs. |
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Hélène Lapointe – Stationery art
| About the artisan
For 35 years, I have been exploring different materials to make unique cards, drawing from the ideas that come to me. My greatest pleasure lies in this constant exploration of colours, shapes and textures. I find energy in combining materials to produce a different result every time. It allows me to offer several distinct series.
The selection In addition to pressed flower cards, I offer cards with beautiful handmade Japanese and Nepalese paper collages on special cardboard. Other series play with unique artist papers (marbled, glued). I also use my postage stamps bought from collectors. There are some twenty categories of stamp cards: music, architecture, painters, boats, trains, planes, sports, humour, historical figures, land and sea animals, birds, insects, flowers, landscapes, Christmas, children, comic books. Specify your needs as much as possible. |
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Robert Maucieri – Wooden pens
| About the artisan
I have been woodturning for at least 15 years, specializing in writing instruments and distinct office supplies.
The selection I create custom pens in exotic woods and with premium metals. Great gift ideas with a refined look. Made with high quality woods and designs from classic to modern look. Handcrafted pens to last a lifetime. |
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Gaby Orbach – Polymer jewelry
| About the artisan
I’m a polymer clay artist with more than 20 years of experience. I also teach and supervise at the Cummings Centre in Montréal.
The selection I use imagery, texture and imitative stone techniques.
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Lynne Robertson – Linen gift items
| About the artisan
The selection Practical, beautifully made items from quality European linen, meant to bring soul-nourishing goodness to your everyday. Kitchen towels, tissue-box covers, bento bags, baskets and furoshiki cloths, along with cross-back aprons, tunics, scarves and kids’ aprons are among the carefully sewn linen items available. Custom requests are happily accepted.
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Majid Sadri – Hand-painted silk items
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Sharon Schneider – Handmade soaps
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Lakeshore Weavers
| About the guild
The Lakeshore Weavers Guild is keeping alive a craft that has been with us for thousands of years. Ever evolving and changing, it has gone from the simplest hand tools to computer-assisted weaving of the present time.
The selection Careful craftsmanship and design and working with luxurious yarns produce both heirlooms and everyday items that delight the eye and last forever. Select weavers from our guild will be offering some woven items on our Facebook page, where you can see the items and contact the weaver directly. |
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The contest
