Crafts

Recent stories about crafts


A bronze sculpture of an owl-headed human; a clay bird wearing a top hat with ribbons on its talons; a little round bird made of paper and wire
arts crafts

Exhibit explores the fine art of putting a bird on it

The birdwatching trend kindled by isolation gave people a much-needed distraction during the pandemic, created a wealth of data for researchers, and now has inspired a gallery full of craft art objects.

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Two women look up at a display of terrariums and plants as others browse books in the background
arts design

Royal Bison returns to its roots with in-person fair

A beloved pillar in Edmonton's art and design scene returns in person next weekend. Royal Bison has operated its popular bi-annual craft fair online for the past two years, including a hybrid model of shopping online and at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre last December.

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A collage of arts and crafts such as jewelry, socks, and ceramics
arts business

Royal Bison returns in person, just in time for the holidays

A mainstay in Edmonton's craft fair scene is back for the holiday season, and it's happening in person for the first time since before the pandemic began. Royal Bison kicked off its online sale last week and will return to the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre on Dec. 3-5 and Dec. 10-12.

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