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November 2011

must-see exhibition

Christmas Present


Bracelet made by Emma Yeo

Swan 2 by Emma Yeo

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18 Nov - 24 Dec 2011


Christmas Present, the Shipley Art Gallery’s annual selling craft exhibition, returns for its 20th year of selling high quality, handmade craft objects.



The exhibition features a range of unique items handmade by some of the country’s leading contemporary craft makers and designers, including jewellery, ceramics, metalwork and glass.



This year, artists featured in the exhibition have been selected by 11 craft experts from across the UK, including Crafts Council Director Rosy Greenlees, ‘Ceramic Review’ Editor Bonnie Kemske and design guru Wayne Hemingway.



Highlights of the exhibition include bespoke jewellery items by contemporary headwear and accessories designer Emma Yeo, distinctive ceramics by Helen Beard and quirky figurines by Jenny Southam.



A special preview event will take place on Thursday 17 November from 6 - 8pm. All are welcome. A pay bar will be available.