CANAMADE - Canada's Handmade Marketplace

Paralympics Market is approaching!

2010-03-08T20:28:00.000-08:00

We are open this Friday 11am - 6pm
Come check out many artisans and artist selling their wares!
Check out these articles written during the Olympics!
http://www.vancouversun.com/sports/2010wintergames/getting-there/Take+away+Canada/2569839/story.html
http://www.straight.com/article-288385/vancouver/hip-handmade-goods-rep-canada-winter-market
Come support local artists this Weekend!

Artist Profile: Ron Smid

2010-02-18T15:56:00.000-08:00

Ron (and his dog Tasha) captivating his audience with the stories behind his photos.

You have got to go see Ron Smid's photos at Canamade - they are larger than life, and if you are lucky enough to catch him there, he has some pretty amazing stories about his cross Canada expediations over the past 2 decades to capture these beautiful images!!

Check out his website here: http://www.ronsmid.com/index.php

Paparazzi

2010-02-16T10:17:00.000-08:00

Thanks to everyone who's been coming out to support local artists and designers!! We love you!!

Here's a few paparazzi shots from the past few days:

my favourite gal Tasha, the cutie pie rescued dog!! her person is amazing photographer Ron Smid.

Here she is again, smiling at my lunch :)

the koolest new kids on the block HAMBURGER DISCO!! Love them!!

Hamburger Disco chatting it up with Vancouver Magazine Justalilhype!

our vendors in the west wing

beautiful soaps!! hand made in Canada!!

Happy Shoppers!! YAY!!

Favourite Things

2010-02-15T11:08:00.000-08:00

Check out some of my favourite jewellery at Canamade - all hand made in Canada!!

lovely necklace by Sublime Designs

super cute earrings and necklaces by Pretty Pennie (i bought the skull ones)

amazing feather earrings by Clutch Jewels

This is just a small teaser to all the awesome stuff at Canamade!! There are soooooo many amazing artists and designers!! Come meet them all!!

Georgia Straight

2010-02-11T22:54:00.001-08:00

Check out the coverage on Canamade Markets on the Georgia Straight!!

http://www.straight.com/article-288385/vancouver/hip-handmade-goods-rep-canada-winter-market

or better yet, come check us out in person!! 151 West Cordova Street, open daily from 11am-8pm!!

See u there!!

Opening Night!!

2010-02-09T09:27:00.000-08:00

Join us on our opening night to kick off Vancouver 2010 Olympics!!

Thursday Feb 11th 4pm-9pm at 151 West Cordova St, Gastown, Vancouver

The only Full Artisan Market open during the 2010 WINTER GAMES
Over 120 artists and designers!
This is a market highlighting products made in CANADA

10,000 sq/ft of ART GALLERY with over 40 artists
Check out our 15 foot TEE PEE
2 full rooms of Original Aboriginal art, Clothing, jewellery, etc
15,000 sq/ft of clothing, jewellery, accessories, and more all Made in Canada
Meet the artist and designers!
Buy original unique products and art!
Special DJ Dickey Doo
Enjoy a beverage and some snacks at our BAR
Check out the amazing products before they are all gone!

Come and support your local designers!!

Granville Sustainable City Living Magazine

2010-02-05T12:12:00.000-08:00

we've been listed on Granville Sustainable City Living Magazine as one of the Vancouver "markets and craft events are on tap for February, offering a feast of local art, handmade baubles, jewellery and design."

Read more: http://www.granvilleonline.ca/gr/blogs/editors/2010/02/04/go-gold-shop-handmade#ixzz0eh7Wy7ey

pss... 6 days till the opening night!! we're excited, are you? Come join us for the Olympics kick-off on Feb 11 at 151 West Cordova, 4-9pm!!

Team USA News!!

2010-02-04T23:39:00.000-08:00

We've been spotted on Team USA's Olympics newsfeed!! Check out the article here:
http://www.teamusa.org/news/2010/02/02/a-hop-skip-jump-through-2010s-olympic-city/31398?ngb_id=3

How to experience Vancouver like a local

2010-01-29T11:12:00.000-08:00

Canamade has been spotted!! Thanks to northgeek for including is in the Vancouver souvenirs shopping section!!

Check out northgeek.com's write up for more on 'How to experience Vancouver like a local'!!

2 for 1 Coupon!!

2010-01-27T13:19:00.001-08:00

Coming to Canamade?? Bring a friend for FREE!! Bring a printed copy of the 2 for 1 admission coupon to get 2 admission tickets for the price of one (which is regularly at the low price of $2). Portion of proceeds goes to DTES Arts, Haiti, and Habitiat for Humanity!!

Sublime Design

2010-01-22T09:40:00.000-08:00

Check out the beautiful handcrafted jewelery created by the awesome duo - Jaime and Brian - from Pender Island, BC! They will be joining is at Canamade Olympics Market, with their one-of-a-kind treasures!!

Here's a sneak preview to their growing collection of necklaces and bracelets: Sublime Design's website.

Where is Canamade?

2010-01-17T23:33:00.000-08:00

incase you were wondering where exactly Canamade is... here's a MAP!

View Canamade Olympics Market in a larger map

Catalyst Reaction

2010-01-17T21:08:00.000-08:00

above: Catalyst Reaction's display from Canamade's Christmas Market

Catalyst Reaction is a fusion of artwork, fashion & eco-sustainability inspired by the beauty of life. The collection is designed and hand made in Canada's west coast.

Their beautiful pieces comprise of eco-leather belts, cuffs, bags, and accessories, with beautiful screenprint artwork of Catalyst Reaction's recurring theme of nature in the city.

Coveted by local Vancouverites and tourist alike, Catalyst Reaction's designs adds the perfect touch of art to every outfit! Check out their website, and be sure to drop by their sales booth at Canamade!! Feb 11-28th, 11am-8pm daily at 151 West Cordova Street, Gastown, Vancouver.

project industries

2010-01-15T23:05:00.001-08:00

above photo - project industry's men's vanish tee

After a successful Canamade Christmas Market with the crew from Project Industries, we are excited to have them join us again at our Olympics Market!!

Check out their limited edition tees, hoodies, caps, and toques for men and women - all with awesome graphics -- on their website, and come meet the designer at Canamade!!

above photo - project industry's booth at Canamade Christmas Market in December 2009

About Canamade

2010-01-15T15:13:00.000-08:00

A market created to highlight products that are MADE IN CANADA. Daily during the Winter Olympics from Feb 11-28th, 2010 11-8pm.

Visitors can bring home some of the best products made here in CANADA. Find stylish, original gifts or souvenirs from artisans like Lady Dragon Glassworks, Catalyst Reaction, Australian Outback, Elroy Apparel, Ola Designs, Helen Margareta, Diane Yutal and many many more.

Products range from freshly made organic lotions, tea and chocolatesto jewellery, men's/womens wear, home decor, bags, and accessories. We also have a full Aboriginal area that has many artists displaying and selling their products. Come Explore what Canadian artisans have to offer!

Listen to own DJ's spinning while you shop. Take a break in our lounge, have a nice glass of wine or beer and take in some of the events showing on one of our 10 big screen monitors.