Katrina Van der Veen of Prince George with Purden Peak Designs was selling diffuser bracelets made with gemstones and lava rocks. She is a biologist with a fondness for natural elements and as a child loved making bracelets. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Stephanie Janzen gives old vinyl records a new life. She moved to Quesnel about a month and a half ago with her husband from the Lower Mainland. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Judith and Ron Kowalski with Red Bluff Pickles and Bakery Goods were the organizers of the Christmas 2022 Artisan Craft Show held Saturday, Nov. 12 at the Quesnel Seniors’ Centre. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Offering wooden lanterns and unique wooden creations was Shawn Flint with Flint Wood & Steel in Quesnel. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Rose and Clay Andres were selling German baked goods such as marzipan stollen, pflaumen streusel kuchen (plum streusel cake), blaubeerkuchen (blueberry streusel cake), and pfeffernusse (German iced gingerbread cookies). Rose grew to love baking German recipes from her foster family. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Mel Thiessen of Kersley operates Little Squeaks which sells apparel for children and adults. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Izzy Monroe with BK Bespoke from McBride was selling ginger molasses cookies, soy candles, stockings and mittens. The cookies are a cherished family recipe from her mom. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Dave and Sue Koster with Koster’s Farm and Garden in Quesnel were selling produce including potatoes, carrots, beets, onions, cabbage and garlic. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Candice Damen with KM Ranch near Quesnel was offering meat products such as pepperoni, sausage and soup bones. KM Ranch is owned and operated by Mike and Kristina Faye. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Karl Moncher from Salmon Valley north of Prince George was selling wooden toy trains and cars. He has worked with wood for most of his life and operates K&L Toys and Trinkets. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Barbara McLarty of Williams Lake was offering handmade neck warmers, scarves, toques and hoodies for children and adults with Sweet Pea’s Studio. The health care aide enjoys crafting in her spare time. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Shelley Hudson with Munchkins Creations of Quesnel was offering an array of Christmas decor. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Julie Mann from McLeese Lake was joined with her grandson Cole Bailey. They were selling pottery and laser wood art. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Tamara Birch from 150 Mile House southwest of Williams Lake was selling fudge and reusable non-paper towels. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Selling custom knives were Kelly and Jeremy Michaluk with JM Forge Fab in Quesnel. It takes Jeremy anywhere from 8 to 30 hours or more to forge a custom-made knife. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)
Providing family photos with the Grinch were photographers Amanda Maruk and Melanie Dydynski with Quesnel Lifetime Photography. Mason Tyler was dressed as the Grinch. (Rebecca Dyok photo — Quesnel Observer)Artisans and producers from Quesnel and surrounding communities converged at the Quesnel Seniors’ Centre on Saturday, Nov. 12, for a craft show organized by Red Bluff Pickles and Bakery Goods.
For many, it was their first such event.
Vendors offered a wide variety of products, including baking, produce, jewelry, apparel, decor and more. There were even photos with the Grinch by Quesnel Lifetime Photography.
Donations of non-perishable food items supported the Quesnel GreenHope Society, which was also in attendance with an information booth.
Judith Kowalski with Red Bluff Pickles and Bakery Goods said they hope to hold more artisan craft shows in Quesnel next year.
“The turnout was fabulous,” she said, noting there were nearly 50 vendors.
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