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Only 1 week left to register for my Fall cross-stitch course! All classes are taught out of my studio at City Centre Artist Lodge, which means classes are 6 students maximum. This way everyone gets plenty of one-on-one time. If you’ve been thinking about it, now is the time to sign up before spaces fill up!
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I’m so excited to be offering a 4 week course this Fall, dedicated to the art and craft of cross-stitch. Lucky for you, you’re getting first access to registration since you’re reading my blog!
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Believe it or not, I took time off in June to decompress and relax! I even spent a long weekend with my best friend in Whistler! We visited the Scandinave spa and spent the rest of our time reading, eating, and walking trails. I didn’t even bring art with me to “casually” work on.
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Black to Da Roots/Black Music Month Festival - May 31 - June 2
First Saturday Open Studios - June 1
“Eri Explorations” - Show ends June 16th
Westward Music Festival - June 22-23
Watch on YouTube for an engaging conversation with these talented artists as they share insights into their inspirations, creative processes, take a tour of the exhibition & answer questions from viewers like you live!
Exhibition Dates: May 22 - Jun 30
Kay Meek Arts Centre, 1700 Mathers Ave.
Artists Emily Cowan, Mallory Donen & Joanne Frewer present smaller works that invite viewers to get up close & really explore the themes & techniques of each piece. Exploring a variety of media from painting to embroidery to assemblage, these artists investigate themes of home, women's work, traditional craft & change.
The first music festival of 2024 at City Centre starts this weekend, May 31 - June 2nd!
I’ll be opening my studio for limited hours, that are subject to change.
Please check my Instagram stories/broadcast channel for the most up-to-date hours.
Friday, May 31 - 3:30-6:00pm
Saturday, June 1 - 12-5pm
Sunday, June 2 - TBC
As always, find me in Studio 211, Bay 1 upstairs, at City Centre Artist Lodge (2111 Main St).
For more information on this free event, visit the Facebook Event page.
First Saturday is a public monthly artist-run open-studio event.
Come visit artists where they work at City Centre Artist Lodge.
The following artist studios will be open:
Tracy Anne Northey - Studio # 34
Ilena Lee Cramer - Studio # 109
Elana Sigal - Studio # 110
Lukas Lundberg - Studio # 208
Stephane Savoie - Studio # 123
Mallory Donen - Studio # 211
Devorah Peterson - Studio # 221
Location: 2111 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6
Date: June 1, 2024
Time: 12pm-5pm
The group show ”Eri Explorations” is still on view until June 16th, featuring 13 different artists creating an interesting mix of pieces all inspired by the theme of wild “Eri” silk. The exhibit showcases small and large wall hangings, visual art pieces, 3-D work, as well as knitted and woven garments. Come see the diversity that Eri silk has to offer.
Location - Granville Island
The Silk Weaving Studio
1531 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
I’ll also be opening my studio during this ticketed music festival at City Centre Artist Lodge!
Please check my Instagram stories/broadcast channel for the most up-to-date hours.
Saturday, June 22 - 1-9pm
Sunday, June 23 - 1-9pm
Studio 211, Bay 1 upstairs, at City Centre Artist Lodge (2111 Main St).
For more information Visit website for festival day/weekend passes/tickets.
Opening Reception for “Eri Explorations” - May 2
First Saturday Open Studios - May 4th
Eastside Flea Market - May 11-12
“A Closer Look” - May 22 - June 30
West of Main Art Walk - May 25-26
Below is a detail from my project “Eri Simulation - Failure to Compute”, which was made specifically for the group show “Eri Explorations”. The show is opening tomorrow night, May 2 (6-8pm), it’ll be your first opportunity to see this piece before I’ll be sharing finished photos!
Date & Time
Thursday, May 2
6-8pm
Location - Granville Island
The Silk Weaving Studio
1531 Johnston St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9
The group show ”Eri Explorations” with be on view from May 2 - June 16th and will feature 13 different artists creating an interesting mix of pieces all inspired by the theme of wild “Eri” silk. The exhibit will showcase small and large wall hangings, visual art pieces, 3-D work, as well as knitted and woven garments. Come see the diversity that Eri silk has to offer.
First Saturday is a public monthly artist-run open-studio event.
Come visit artists where they work at City Centre Artist Lodge.
The following artist studios will be open:
Tracy Anne Northey - Studio # 34
Ilena Lee Cramer - Studio # 109
Elana Sigal - Studio # 110
Lukas Lundberg - Studio # 208
Stephane Savoie - Studio # 123
Mallory Donen - Studio # 211
Devorah Peterson - Studio # 221
Location: 2111 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5T 3C6
Date: May 4th, 2024
Time: 12pm-5pm
Find me at Eastside Flea for Mothers’s day weekend, where I’ll be launching the following new products:
1. DIY Glitch X-Stitch Kits.
These kits will include everything you need to make a glitch cross-stitch like the example below!
2. Boho X-Stitch Hangings
Hand-stitched with Eri Silk yarn, small and easy to hang in any space!
3. Glitch X-Stitch Patches
These come with thread, so that you can easily stitch to any item of your choosing!
4. No Smoking Stickers (Green)
This is the third variation of my cross-stitch sticker design of a “no smoking”" symbol.
May 25-26! One weekend only! Catch Vancouver’s longest running art studio tour & sale featuring over 70 participating artists! Visit artists in their studios and at satellite locations across Vancouver’s west side neighbourhoods. Open daily 11-5pm. FREE event / all ages. Both a printed and Google interactive map are available. Download your event map, preview artists and plan your weekend at www.artistsinourmidst.com
What can you expect? From internationally recognized artists to some of the city’s emerging talent, this is a unique opportunity to explore art, engage with artists and learn the stories behind their work. From Point Grey to Main Street, and from Granville Island to 41st Avenue, there's so much to explore!
It’s been a busy month getting ready for the peak holiday season of selling at markets! In preparation, I’ve been creating specific holiday products including cross-stitch holiday cards & ornaments, which are perfect for decorating your homes and meaningful gifts for family or friends. See below for a sneak peak!
Throughout November & December, I’ll also being offering gift bags & bundle deals!
Find me at these local markets or schedule a private studio visit this holiday season by emailing me directly!
NOV 4: FIRST SATURDAY OPEN STUDIOS
City Centre Artist Lodge, 2111 Main St, Studio 211, 12-5pm
NOV 5: STA CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
541 W Keith Rd, North Van
NOV 12: HOLIDAY BAZAAR
1448 West Broadway, 1-7pm
NOV 25-26: PORTOBELLO WEST HOLIDAY MARKET
181 Roundhouse Mews, Yaletown
NOV-DEC STUDIO HOURS:
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4-5pm or by appointment
2111 Main St, Studio 211
DEC 2-3: CITY CENTRE ARTIST LODGE HOLIDAY MARKET
Studio 211 - 2111 Main Street
DEC 7-10: MAKE IT
PNE Forum
Dec 16-17: EASTSIDE FLEA
1101 Union St
Xmas Art Market @ City Centre Artist Lodge (Dec. 3 + 4)
Vancouver Cityscape (Work in Progress)
What better way to get into the holiday spirit than to check out the Holiday art market my studio this weekend?
🎄 Support local artists & businesses this holiday season and make someone do a happy holiday jig for joy 💃.
😋 Eat some food truck goodies, have a drink & stick around for the live music festival presented by Ice Cream Truck Live 🎶!
When: Dec 3 & 4, 11am-7pm
What: This two-day community festival will combine an open studio art sale with live music and food trucks for a unique, immersive, celebration of Vancouver’s creative spirit.
Where: City Centre Artist Lodge (2111 Main street - Main & 6th)
I'm in studio# 211
Upstairs under the big #1
Entrance on the Main Street side.
View event info & full list of artists.
I’ve been busy working on getting this mixed textile project completed by the end of the year. With that said I still have lots to do before I’m done, so I’ll be keeping this blog update short and sweet. Here are some photos of the most recent progress.
