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Giant gnomes created with foraged materials

Giant gnomes created with foraged materials

Christy Cartmell spends a lot of time foraging in the forest in and around Hixon where she now lives.
Woodcrafter inspired by near-death experience

Woodcrafter inspired by near-death experience

About a year and a half ago he was lying on his bed shaking uncontrollably. He thought he was a Covid goner.
Master gardener shares the fruits of her labour

Master gardener shares the fruits of her labour

Master gardener Birthe Miller reaps what she sows and then luckily shares it with the rest of us.
Mother-daughter artists come together at craft fair

Mother-daughter artists come together at craft fair

Crochet artist Leanne Blumers and her teenaged painter daughter Destiny came together recently to make their post-pandemic debut at the Duchess Park Craft Fair.
Prince George baker brings the flavours

Prince George baker brings the flavours

Unexpected taste sensations, traditional holiday favourites and all the best-loved baked goods can be found at upcoming Prince George craft fairs.
Seniors choir brings holiday cheer with weekend shows

Seniors choir brings holiday cheer with weekend shows

Forever Young Chorus at the Elder Citizens Recreation Association presents Songs of the Season Dec. 1, 2 and 3.
Theatre NorthWest’s Miracle on 34th Street is full of holiday magic

Theatre NorthWest’s Miracle on 34th Street is full of holiday magic

The play is a delightfully nostalgic kick-off to the Christmas season
Emotional support pickles bring smiles at Duchess Park Craft Fair

Emotional support pickles bring smiles at Duchess Park Craft Fair

Helena Girard, a Prince George crocheter, knows people are responding to her handmade Emotional Support Pickles because of all the stresses in this world.
Whimsical bird houses a big hit at Duchess Park Craft Fair

Whimsical bird houses a big hit at Duchess Park Craft Fair

Duchess Park Craft Fair goers flock to Ervin Voelk’s functional art because there’s a touch of whimsy to it.
Driftwood artist talks about her collection from Ootsa Lake

Driftwood artist talks about her collection from Ootsa Lake

Dawn Stronstad loves driftwood and since Ootsa Lake driftwood is the best that's what she uses to create her unique pieces including functional artwork like picture frames and mirrors.