Tempting gift ideas from six artists, including a selection of Mary Foster’s “Yumpti” goods, will be star attractions at a Christmas market to be held at the Elysian Centre on Saturday, November 19 between 12:30 and 4:30pm.
The centre’s Maxine Harrison has organised the first Christmas market at the 18 Cinque Ports St premises which will also include mince pies, fruit punch and a selection of vegan skincare products on sale. So nip in on Saturday and look at the following range of goodies:
- Mary Foster’s “‘Yumpti  range of quirky and charming eco-friendly gifts. These are based on cats, dogs, sheep and allotments and include tea towels, bone china mugs, greetings cards and wall art.
- Gill Bridgestock’s silver and pewter jewellery
- Sue Fields’ ceramics based on geology, organic forms and nature
- Desi Fontaine’s striking photographic images from around the world
- Julie Rapley’s textiles, pouffes, runners and bags
- Lou Newsholme’s fine art photos of flowers, nature and the abstract. In addition Sarah Gaddie will have a selection of vegan skincare from Arbonne Cosmetics encompassing, among other sources, olive blossom and eucalyptus.
For further information about the market and the artists and vendors involved visit the centre’s website www.elysiancentre.co.uk.
Photo: Tony McLaughlin