As our Statement Maker’s Spotlight continues, we knew this was the right place for zero waste leatherworker Denise Wilson’s line of bags, wallets and belts, which she produces under her label Bronsino. Her simple yet utilitarian styles let the leather do the talking, which can often be found in bold colours like sunshine yellow, vivid...Read More

One of the wonderful things about the Handmade Movement is the way we connect with artists and makers from across the country, and it was at a smaller show called New Craft Coalition in Calgary that I first met Soma Mo, who is now based in Edmonton, Alberta. Her chunky beads were what first drew...Read More

  We’re talking with statement making designers this week, and I think part of what makes a statement is how a person carries them self, and an air of  graceful, beautiful strength when you walk into a room never fails to  command attention. We all need to channel our inner power animal from time to...Read More

It’s a brand new year and we have been busy getting our Spring Show organized, which means lots of new vendors, but we were so excited when Bianca Barr signed up for our Spring event, since we couldn’t get enough of Bianca’s work at our fall show. We love her eye for combining materials and...Read More

We’ve had a few busy weeks getting things ready for our *first* First Pick Handmade Spring event, taking place March 17+18 2018 at Heritage Hall. We’ve been waiting to start sharing our vendor list as we have been confirming more and more fabulous makers, but we are too excited about this amazing group we have...Read More

Make sure to visit our First Pick designers at Circle Craft Market when it returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre Nov 8-12! We are giving away a pair of tickets to the show via our Instagram, so pop over and enter our contest and get ready to see the best from designers Adhesif Clothing, Billy...Read More

  Thanks Michael Gill for these great images of our very first show!    Read More

We are beaming with gratitude, pride and love today after our First Ever First Pick Handmade Market. So many thanks to everyone who came and shopped at our inaugural show! In a world of fast fashion and chain stores, we really appreciate the support from shoppers who make a conscious choice to shop small, independent...Read More

When I woke up to the sound of rain falling, it definitely felt that the seasonal shift happened overnight. I don’t mind the rain, and gladly breathe in the damp air because this, to me, feels like home. I love the Autumn and look forward to pulling out my sweaters every year, so it shouldn’t...Read More

  Can we just say how much we love the Georgia Straight, who have been such a supporter of the slow fashion and handmade movement for a quick second… We know everyone else loves them too, so we have partnered with them to bring all our First Pick Handmade shoppers an opportunity to win a...Read More