2024

Presented by the Prince Edward County Arts Council, The Maker’s Hand is one of Eastern Ontario’s most well regarded fine craft shows featuring 40-50 artists from across Ontario and Western Quebec.

Highline Hall,

Wellington

November 8 - 10, 2024

 

CELEBRATING OUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2024!
To mark this special occasion, we will shower visitors in gifts from our participating artisans! We have 20 beautiful gifts to award to every 100th visitor. This could be you! Just our simple way of thanking our community. Without you, this show would not be possible. 🤍

NEW IN 2024!
We have invited a small number of visual artists to participate this year, making the whole experience feel a bit more like an art fair! These artists will be located in the adjoining Rotary Room.

VISITOR INFORMATION

The Maker’s Hand is an exciting opportunity for craft-lovers to meet both award-winning and emerging artists from across the province! We look forward to welcoming you to Highline Hall, Lehigh Arena in Wellington November 8-10. Entry is $5 for unlimited access all weekend. Children under 12 enter for free.

Wheelchair accessible entrance, washrooms, and wide aisles for ease of movement. Accessible parking located 5 metres from the Highline Hall entrance.

We are hosting an All Are Welcome Hour on Sunday November 10 from 10-11:30 AM to ensure that people with sensory, mobility, and other disability-related needs can more readily engage with the arts. The lights and music will be dimmed/lowered, exhibitors will be prepared to engage with all visitors, and free entry for assistants of persons with a disability. The show will be open to the general public at this time, but it is a traditionally quieter time to visit. We thank Pina D’Intino and David Wysocki of Aequum Global Access Inc. for assisting us with this special initiative.


Above image: Vessel by Bill Greaves, 2023 Exhibitor
Below: List of 2024 Exhibitors

Uniquely Crafted Objects

  • Joanne Rich, Paper Lantern Maker

    The light, a symbol of truth, knowledge and guidance, shines through the materials, celebrating nature’s gift that surrounds us. sculptedlight.ca

  • Yusuf Mannan, Woodworker

    Every tree is unique, and so is the story woven into our products, taking care to highlight both its beauty and its flaws. monkeypodinc.com

  • Sarah Dobranowski, Goldsmith

    Delicate, feminine jewellery for those who cherish quality-crafted, elegant and romantic heirloom designs. sarahanadesigns.ca

  • Chris & Eve Harvey, Broom & Brush Makers

    Handmade brooms, brushes and dustpans fabricated using traditional broom making techniques. besom.ca

  • Owen Garratt, Metal Sculptor

    Hand cut metalwork based on local botanical specimens, lichen and historical motifs. burnisland.square.site

  • Vicki Sharp, Jeweller

    Colourful wearable art jewellery that combines beading, mixed metals of silver & copper and polymer clay. vickisharp.com

  • Danielle Jones & James Laish, Woodworkers

    Danielle Jones & James Laish, Woodworkers

    Blending mid-20th century design with rustic sensibilities with heirloom quality. modernistwood.com

  • Lanark Sheepskin

    Lanark Sheepskin

    Cozy and durable sheepskin slippers, mitts and hats for all ages. lanark-sheepskin.myshopify.com

  • Michele Macdonald, Ceramic Artist

    Michele Macdonald, Ceramic Artist

    Functional ceramics that bring beauty to everyday objects. www.michelemacdonaldstudio.com

  • Lucie Kovarova, Glass Artist

    Lucie Kovarova, Glass Artist

    Handmade flameworked glass beads and hand fabricated jewelry with sterling silver components. www.lunacybeads.com

  • Portia 'Po' Chapman, Drum Maker

    Best known for her Circle Art featuring her own innovative storytelling style using intense colour blocking and deep line work. www.loveartbypo.ca

  • Mike McGuire, Woodworker

    Handmade one-of-a-kind pieces that capture the abstract beauty of the wood as well as being functional. barkwoodshop.com

  • Debra Brown, Visual & Textile Artist

    Functional home products all drawn by hand and printed on beautiful cotton and linen fabric. petitsmots.ca

  • Sara Scheuermann, Ceramic Artist

    Functional ceramics that add a mindfulness to your daily rituals. steapedslow.com

  • Cindy Johnson, Goldsmith

    Tweaking Mother Natures textures and patterns into heirloom quality jewellery. CindyJ.ca

  • Scott Mills, Pensmith

    We create high quality, handcrafted ball-point, rollerball and fountain pens with original hand painted designs. theartisanpensmith.ca

  • Lucy Sterezylo, Printmaker & Book Binder

    Stareatjello (stare•at•jello) Paper & Press produces small batch letterpress printed greeting cards, art prints and hand-bound books. stareatjello.com

  • Fibre on Fire Felting Collaborative

    Using natural wool, silk, cotton, linen, hemp, ramie and eco dyed fabrics, our original creations are felted by hand using traditional felting techniques.

  • Errol Caldwell, Woodturner

    Functional and artistic woodturnings and other wooden items. theturningpoint.ca

  • Elizabete Ludviks, Jeweller

    Sculptural sterling jewellery combining modern forms and textures with traditional folk symbols inspired by the artist's Balkan roots. ludviks.com

  • Stacey Robb, Visual Artist

    Abstracted watercolour landscapes and flora art pieces conveying nature's energy, spirit and aliveness. SRobbCreativeStudio.com

  • Tania Love, Textile Artist

    A collection of naturally dyed wearable textiles and paintings to enjoy in your home. tanialove.com

  • Olga Saras, Clothing Designer

    Stylishly classic, whimsically feminine, sophisticated and sensual. From stunning winter classics to flirty summer essentials.

  • Alison Dawson, Textile Jeweller

    Bold textile jewellery that combines texture, colour and form for one of a kind statement pieces. @alisondawsonjewelry

  • Denis Guertin, Woodworker

    A boutique, family-run woodworking shop creating high quality wooden board games. denisguertinebeniste.com

  • Tracey Anne Martin, Textile Artist

    Clothing should be fun, as well as giving you a way to express yourself. It's the first thing people see when you walk out into the world. traceyannemartin.com

  • Rebecca Fortin, Visual Artist

    Delicately crafted botanical plaster cast artwork made from impressions of wildflowers infused with a touch of nostalgia. rebeccafortin.com

  • Link Tong, Paper Artist

    Pop up greeting card, unique gift, beautiful decor all in one. roseswithoutthorns.net

  • Michelle Hutchison, Painter

    Abstract floral paintings that will flood your space with energy, joy, and positivity. michellehutchinsonart.com

  • Ashley McKenzie

    Ashley McKenzie, Sewist

    Bags designed with pops of colour that will make you smile. beamcreativedesigns.ca

  • Julie Seddon, Painter

    I am interested in capturing a moment in time, both for my own meditative practice and to share a practice of pausing to look with the viewer. julieseddon.com

  • Diane Dowsett, Painter

    Landscape and wildlife paintings using rich colours, serene composition and expressive brushwork. dianedowsettartistry.ca

  • Debra Vincent, Visual Artist

    As a Haudenosaunee artist, Debra's work in acrylics/pen & ink is inspired by her rich culture. debravincent.com/

  • Micheline Roi, Jeweller

    Contemporary jewellery with clean simple lines and bold colour made with traditional craftsmanship. atelierj.ca

  • Julian Amati-Lecours, Blacksmith

    Hand forged metal art, blurring the line between functional home furnishings and sculpture. tapnanvilforge.ca

  • Keri Currie, Ceramic Artist

    Hand made pottery for everyday celebrations. fireandfluxstudios.com