SWAN CRAFT FAIR
2021 Exhibitors
Mrs Blanch
Hand Crafted Items in Glass and Fabric
Mrs Blanch makes unique kiln formed glass using a variety of transparent, opal and decorative glass which is fused at high temperatures in the kiln. Her other passion is fabric bags which make ideal gifts – fill with your favourite toiletries, a first aid kit or a shoe polishing kit to send your loved ones off on their travels or to make their way in the world!
Stone Pine Design
Art Greeting Cards
Old Marston based art greeting card company. In Oxford we supply Wicked Chocolates, Daunt Books and Pen to Paper in Summertown but you can also buy directly through our Etsy shop: https://etsy.me/2UXit3g
Fairtrade at St Michaels
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For a dazzling range of products which are unique, hand-made, planet-friendly, quirky, useful, tasty and gorgeous – and which transform the lives of producer communities around the world.
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Mrs Blanch
Hand Crafted Items in Glass and Fabric
Mrs Blanch makes unique kiln formed glass using a variety of transparent, opal and decorative glass which is fused at high temperatures in the kiln. Her other passion is fabric bags which make ideal gifts – fill with your favourite toiletries, a first aid kit or a shoe polishing kit to send your loved ones off on their travels or to make their way in the world!
Stone Pine Design
Art Greeting Cards
Old Marston based art greeting card company. In Oxford we supply Wicked Chocolates, Daunt Books and Pen to Paper in Summertown but you can also buy directly through our Etsy shop: https://etsy.me/2UXit3g
Fairtrade at St Michaels
where shopping has the power to make a difference
A dazzling range of products which are unique, hand-made, planet-friendly, quirky, useful, tasty and gorgeous – and which transform the lives of producer communities around the world.
Beroia Design
Soft furnishings
Khalil has 20 year experience in designing and sewing in Syria and Egypt. He started a small business in Oxford making soft furnishings (curtains, cushions etc.) from recycled fabric and also offers repairs.
You Light My Fire
Vintage tins and campfire kits - Give the gift of FIRE
You Light My Fire sells campfire & BBQ Kits in repurposed vintage tins which include everything you'll need to get the flames going, including kindling, assorted tinder and that all important SPARK. The vintage tin designs mostly date from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s although some designs are over 100 years old. With glorious patina and provenance, they’ve been passed through hands through time. And all have a secret story...as well as an awesome Campfire Kit.
Art by Kirsten Jones
Fresh modern paintings, prints and cards
Kirsten Jones creates unique and beautiful artworks inspired by views over water, nature and collected objects as well as a piece titled ‘Love Oxford’ that includes landmarks and college crests and favourite features of our city. Use discount code SWAN10 for10% off any purchases from Kirsten's website until 30 November '21.
Mags Pottery
Beautiful hand-crafted functional stoneware for all
If these beautiful pots inspire you, you should know that Mags and Matt Cuttle run a fantastic teaching studio in Kennington. At Mags Pottery, lessons are on the wheel, and can be one to one or in groups of up to 4 students, so you have a dedicated teacher and the opportunity to make at least 2 items at each session. Contact magscuttle@gmail.com for availability.
Prints by Rebekah
Bright, colourful cards and prints
Rebekah is a lino printer based in Marston. Her work is mostly a product of gift and card making for family and friends or is inspired by places she’s lived and travelled to, including South Korea, Italy and now Oxford.
Hannah Beatson Art
Printmaker
Hannah is a printmaker selling limited edition prints, cards, decorations and printed textiles. Her work is inspired by her home city of Oxford and the south of Spain where she lived for 12 years.
Coming soon
Bridget Wheatley
Contemporary Jewellery
Flowers by Kris
Florist
Bespoke seasonal flower bouquets and arrangements with a European twist. Unique designs, individually crafted for any occasion and event. Anniversaries, Funerals, Weddings, Corporate and Floral Decor. Based in Farmoor. Free local delivery, small surcharge for distance 5miles +. Find Kris on Facebook and Instagram.
Orinoco Scrapstore
Super local charity making the most of waste
Orinoco's mission is to banish boredom and save the planet using creativity and play to inspire the reuse of materials. Over its 25 year history, Orinoco has saved lorry loads of interesting resources from ending up in landfill. Orinoco sells scrap items for art, crafts, play and creative projects as well as new art materials, refurbished tools and DIY stuff.
The Oxford Weaving Studio
Celebrate the craft of weaving
The Oxford Weaving Studio is a community-based weaving studio in the heart of Jericho, Oxford. Founded by textile designer, Cassandra Smith (www.cassandrasabo.co.uk), Cassandra fell in love with weaving while studying Textile Design at Central Saint Martins over 10 years ago. Using her previous engineering background and learning about warp and weft was just the beginning of her long and enduring love of fibre.Today, Cassandra and her team at The Oxford Weaving Studio are dedicated to helping people of all ages and abilities experience this wonderful craft.
Soak & Relax
Bath and shower products
Hi! My name is Hailey and I run Soak & Relax, I sell a range of bath and shower products including bath bombs, shower whips, sugar scrubs, soap, soap sponges and much more all inspired by the fragrances from leading brands of perfume and aftershaves. Be sure to pop by and take a look - all our products are vegan friendly, cruelty free and gentle to skin.
Silk Memories
Experience the luxury of silk at prices you can afford
Silk Memories is an Oxford based husband and wife team and we love all things silk! We lived in China for many years and missed the good quality and inexpensive silk items we used to have there. All the items we sell are those we love ourselves and we hope you will love them too!
Morrigan Ogg
Crochet
Morrigan Ogg is an emerging talent in crochet. Introduced to the craft at the age of six, she has been teaching herself and honing her skills ever since. She specialises in toys and flower patterns. She designs all her own creations and is available for commissions. Instagram @lemming32
Colin Wade
Author
Colin Wade is a local author living in Headington with his wife and two grown up children. An avid reader, he started writing in 2016 and has released three crime and conspiracy thrillers, which will be on sale at the fair.
Merlin Porter
Oxford Events Artist
Merlin is an Oxford based artist specialising in events painting. He also loves to paint local scenes/architecture and give his own spin on a magical Oxford with his Rad Cam Man illustrations and prints. Lastly but not leastly he has invented his own circular Origami which he looks forward to bringing along to the Swan Craft Fair.
Hannie Riley
Botanic Artist
Hannie Riley is an artist based in Oxford. She developed her newfound passion for botanical illustration during lockdown last year and is now selling her nature-inspired art via Etsy.
Japanese Handicrafts
Charity stall
Since 2011, when Japan experienced the strongest earthquake in its recorded history, Japanese craft lovers living in Oxford have worked together to create and sell Japanese handicrafts to support the survivors of this catastrophe, sharing our ideas, skills and feelings with our friends here and with our home far away.
Clare Owens
Ceramics
About nine years ago Clare started pottery part-time at Oxford City College and then carried on with Jane Hanson in Waterstock. She makes and decorates plates, quite large jars, as well as small items – excellent Christmas presents. With no ambition to make hundreds of the same thing her display is very varied.
Alaa Sweets
Baklava and more
Alaa makes delicious Middle Eastern treats - you've probably tried them if you shop in Cowley area. Buy some wrapped sweets to take away.
Philippa's Miniature Crafts
Charms and jewellery
Philippa has been making small charms and items of jewellery from modelling clay since before she started primary school.