The November 2015 Renegade Craft Fair in Spitalfields

The Renegade Craft Fair, a regular twice-yearly weekend event, returns to the Truman's Brewery in Spitalfields on Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th November 2015.  There will be more tan 125 vendors selling things they have made and designed themselves - plus some live things happening too.  Perfect for early Christmas inspiration!

"Now in its thirteenth year, the US-based Renegade Craft Fair returns to London 7-8 November from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Old Truman Brewery, located in East London on 81 Brick Lane. Admission is free to this event, which will feature artisan crafts, food, DIY workshops, and a portrait artist to welcome Christmas shoppers.
A selectively curated assortment of more than 125 vendor stalls will provide exciting options for holiday gift giving, such as jewelry, ceramics, home décor, children’s accessories and toys, letterpress stationery, art prints, and knitwear. All items featured in the Fair are handmade by emerging and established artisans and offer an opportunity to support local makers.
Feeling inspired to join in on the handmade spirit? Visit some of the Fair’s festive DIY workshops! Textile artist Amy Ilic will offer weaving workshops both Saturday and Sunday for £10, which includes all supplies and materials. Prickle Press will also assist shoppers in creating personalized letterpress cards at £5 each.
As a special feature, portrait artist Emma Block will be on hand Sunday to create her live illustration watercolours, in which she will paint unique portraits of guests in just five minutes — a lovely gift for family or friends.
For attendees looking to boost their shopping stamina, My Little Cake Tin will provide a selection of bakes and cakes at a beautiful dessert table. Offerings will include friands, brownies, tartlets, cakes, cookies, and more.
Oh Comely will be present with a Christmas subscription offer, back issues, and exclusive merchandise from their shop, including pieces designed by Owen Gent, Marie Gardeski and Kaye Blegvad. Lifestyle editor and photographer Liz Seabrook will operate a photo booth, creating Oh Comely “Cover Girls” as a perfect and silly way to complement any gift."

When - Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th November 2015
11am - 6pm

Where - The Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL

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Link - The Renegade Craft Fair

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Rosa & Clara Designs' Pop-up Shop in Clerkenwell Green

Rosa & Clara Designs is opening a pop-up shop at The Corner Shop in Clerkenwell Green, to run from monday 20th - Sunday 26th July 2015.  They will have lots of their designs on sale, inc lampshades and cushions, kitchenware, wrapping paper, cards and  their new ‘London Streets’ sticky tape.  Go and shop!

"Rosa & Clara Designs, a brand creating cheerfully patterned homewares and gifts, will be opening a pop up shop for a week in Clerkenwell.  Just in time for your Summer holiday, you can choose from a range of bright, bold wash bags.  For those not heading off somewhere exotic, you can bring a touch of the tropics to your home with a pineapple print lampshade or cushion.  Also for sale will be Rosa & Clara Designs’ full ranges of lampshades and cushions, kitchenware, wrapping paper, cards and ‘London Streets’ sticky tape, featuring pie houses, pawnbrokers and Georgian townhouses.  To celebrate the launch of the new collection of upholstery fabrics, a vintage Ercol armchair upholstered in one of the new fabrics will be on offer."

When - Mon 20th - Sun 26th July 2015

Where - The Corner Shop, Craft Central, 21 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0DX

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Link - Facebook

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Look Like Love's Pop-up Design Shop in Shoreditch

Tom Hutchinson

This May Look Like Love opens a 4 day pop-up shop in Paul Street, Shoreditch, running from 20th - 23rd May, to showcase some new British designers.  As well as the shop, the space will feature workshops, talks, and drop-in sessions - please support them!

"A Hertfordshire-based online graduate art platform is set to translate its online hands-on offering into a physical space with a week-long pop-up shop.
Look Like Love will be showcasing the work of a hand-picked selection of emerging British graduate talent from May 19 to May 23 on Paul Street, East London.
The platform and the show reflect the trend towards limited edition, hand-crafted work with a move away from digitally-aided design and reproduction.
Focusing on the tactile relationship between the designer and consumer, each designer’s collection will have a sense of honesty and craftsmanship, with many pieces either limited edition or one-offs.
Kate Brewer, Look Like Love founder, said: “Designers have been experimenting with hand-made, labour-intensive work, moving away from digital-influenced works in order to provide a better understanding of production, and the best techniques to use instead of relying on computer-aided enhancements.”
“This experimentation has led not only to a better understanding, but also to an emerging preference and appreciation of art produced in this way.”  
As well as presenting new collections from 13 up-and-coming British designers, Look Like Love will also be holding a series of in-store workshops, talks from industry speakers, and daily portfolio surgeries for up-coming graduates throughout the week."

When - Weds 20th - Sat 23rd May 2015
Open Workshops:
10am-1pm
Talks/Q&A sessions:
2-3pm (Free ticketed events)
Portfolio Surgeries:
4-5pm (Drop in)

Where - 70 Paul Street, EC2A 4NA

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Link 1 - Look Like Love on Facebook
Link 2 - A listing of the events



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The Spring Renegade Craft Fair at the Old Truman Brewery

The Renegade Craft Fair, which has appeared at The Old Truman Brewery off Brick Lane in the past two Novembers returns this April for another weekend event of craft selling and how-made gift buying.  Lots of unusual things to buy - pls support them!

"We are pleased to announce that Renegade Craft Fair has expanded its London Fairs to be hosted bi-annually. Held on April 11 - 12 at the Old Truman Brewery, this new addition will be the first of two UK events in 2015. This is the first time RCF will be bringing its popular craft Fair to London in the Spring. The free-to-attend event will be open 11am – 6pm each day and will feature a curated selection of today’s finest independent Makers and artisan food.
Shoppers will find an ample assortment of outstanding handmade goods at the Fair, a perfect gift-giving solution for the upcoming Graduations, Father's Day and more. Illustrated paper goods, jewelry, children's apparel and toys, pet accessories, clothing, and housewares are just some of the categories present at this year's London Fair.
Visitors can expect to shop from emerging UK artists and makers such as Hello Harriet,Amy Worrall, Clare Nicolson, Grain & Knot, Jimbobart, Stolen Form, and many more. Alongside the handcrafted goodness, Anna Mae's Southern Street Food will be dishing out skillet style mac n' cheese with a variety of southern style toppings. Luminary Bakery will also be selling their baked goods and beverages while advocating their cause; to empower women with social and economic disadvantages. The Old Truman Brewery will be festively decorated with bursts of color, texture, and pops of Spring; a perfect photo backdrop for shoppers wanting to commemorate their visit."

When - Saturday 11th & Sudnay 12th April 2015
11am - 6pm

Where - The Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL

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Link - The Renegade Craft Fair

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The Etsy House Three Day Pop-up Shop near Leicester Square

Etsy House is a 3 day pop-up shop featuring goods made by Etsy traders, that will open njust round the corner from Leicester Square from Friday 5th to Sunday 7th December 2014.  Expect lots of unusual handmade items including home decorations, jewellery, stationery and lots more.  Pls support this!

"This Christmas, Etsy.com, the world’s most vibrant handmade and vintage online marketplace, is opening its first pop-up shopping experience in the UK.
“Etsy House” will open for three days on the 5th December in Covent Garden, London selling a curated selection of some of the best that Etsy has to offer from across the UK.
With handmade gifts, home decorations, jewellery, stationery and much more for sale, Etsy House will combine the hands on discovery and surprise of shopping in a store, with the care, attention to detail and convenience customers have come to expect from shopping on Etsy.com.
Over the weekend of Etsy House visitors will also be able to book onto workshops hosted by Etsy designer-makers and order personalised items from makers who will be crafting items to stock the shelves live in store. Workshops will include personalised stationary letterpress, hipflask engraving, custom jewel and more.
Etsy House follows the success of Etsy’s first ever pop-up shop in Soho, New York in 2013 which attracted over 20,000 visitors during the 10 days it was open. It is the first time this same format will be executed outside of the US."

When - Fri 5th- Sun 7th December 2014
Friday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 10am-8pm
Sunday: 12 noon-6pm

Where - 5 Great Newport St, London, WC2H 7HY

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The Renegade Craft Fair in London 2014 at The Old Truman Brewery in Spitalfields

Good news!  The Renegade Craft Fair is returning to London on the weekend of 22nd & 23rd November 2014.  A long-running series of events originating in the US, it came last year, and was a huge success, with lots of American designer-makers and artists coming across to take part.  Perfect for finding unusual gifts!

"The free-to-attend event will be open 11am – 6pm each day and will feature a curated selection of today’s finest independent Makers along with workshops, food and drinks, music, and more.
Give the gift of handmade this holiday season. Shoppers will find an array of outstanding handmade goods at the Fair, perfect for checking off Holiday gift lists - ranging from holiday inspired stationery and gift wrap, unique and one-of-a-kind jewelry, children's toys, apparel and shoes, to illustrated prints and posters, housewares and much more
Expect a vibrant and lively atmosphere at the Old Truman Brewery with holiday shopping, music, and a mixture of interactive activities and workshops. Shoppers will find an ample assortment of handmade goods from makers such as Faye Moorehouse, Hello Harriet,Home Slice Design, and many more. The venue will be festively decorated with adornments, garlands and an art installation wall; a perfect photo backdrop for shoppers wanting to commemorate their visit. Attendees inspired by the creative air can get crafty at workshops such as Prickle Press' DIY letterpress postcards, a pom pom bauble workshop with Pom Pom Quarterly, and more tutorials and crafts hosted by Mollie Makes Magazine.
Shoppers looking for a one-stop solution for gift-giving are invited to head to the Renegade Craft Gift Adornment station to pick up a gift wrap goodie bag fit with gift tags, toppers, twine, and whatever else they might need to spruce up their holiday gifts."

When - Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd November 2014
11am - 6pm

Where - The Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London, E1 6QL

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Link 1 - The Renegade Craft Fair
Link 2 - A list of (some of) the sellers

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Free Screen Printing Demo & Classes in Tooting

Greetings from Tooting!  South London creative types Crafty Pint are holding a one day (6 hour) screen printing event at the Tooting Tram on Saturday 4th May.  Print your own tote bag, for free!

"Print your own tote bag with images of the amazing, beautiful and curious from in and around Tooting.  Pick you favourite images, learn to screen print and swing your bag through the streets of Tooting!  This workshop is FREE! Suitable for all ages, old clothes advised as printing can be messy! Drop-in anytime between 12noon to 6pm.
We will also be joined by the Craftivist Collective's 'I'm a Piece' installation. Meet the people behind this amazing project, learn about craft activism and make your own jigsaw piece to add to the several hundred that have been made by people all over the UK.  Local sustainable artists SMaRt will be helping out too, so come along and meet your crafty neighbours!"

When - Saturday 4th May, 12 noon - 6pm

Where - Tooting Tram and Social, 46-48 Mitcham Road, London SW17 9NA

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Link - Crafty Pint

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The May Balham Craft Fair

The Balham Craft Fair returns to The Bedford, in Bedford Hill, Balham, for the regular 'first Saturday of the month' event.

"Balham Craft Fair takes place on the first Saturday of ever month in the ballroom of the fabulous Bedford pub in Balham. Come along to meet our wonderfully talented group of local designer makers while browsing the craft tables, and take time for a well earned slice of cake! On sale will be textiles, clothing, jewellery, bunting, skin care products, toys, stationery, bags, cards and so much more! We're looking forward to seeing you there!  "

When - Saturday 4th May

Where - The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, SW12 9HD

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Link 1 - Facebook
Link 2 - Emma Barrett Designs

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The April Balham Craft Fair

The Balham Craft Fair returns to The Bedford, in Bedford Hill, Balham, for the regular 'first Saturday of the month' event.

"Balham Craft Fair takes place on the first Saturday of ever month in the ballroom of the fabulous Bedford pub in Balham. Come along to meet our wonderfully talented group of local designer makers while browsing the craft tables, and take time for a well earned slice of cake! On sale will be textiles, clothing, jewellery, bunting, skin care products, toys, stationery, bags, cards and so much more! We're looking forward to seeing you there!  "

When - Saturday 6th April

Where - The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, SW12 9HD

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Link 1 - Facebook
Link 2 - Emma Barrett Designs

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'Pints & Popcorn' Craft Film Screening in Streatham

Crafty Pint are holding a special film screening in Streatham on Wednesday 10th April, giving a rare showing of the film Handmade Nation at The Railway pub.  The film is free, but if you reserve a ticket you get entered into a raffle to win some 'crafty' stuff!

"Crafty Pint invite you to join them for an evening of pints and popcorn at their next Crafty Pint evening at Streatham's much loved community pub The Railway.
For one night only, on Wednesday 10 April, Crafty Pint and The Railway are bringing a rare UK screening of Handmade Nation to Streatham.
Handmade Nation documents the new wave of art, craft and design and is the feature film debut of director and artist Faythe Levine. Levine traveled to 15 cities and covered more than 19,000 miles to interview artists, crafters, makers, curators and community members in their studios and homes, giving the public an exclusive and rarely seen look into the lives of these creative individuals and the craft revolution sweeping the nation.
Twenty-four artists from Olympia, Washington to Providence, Rhode Island, and everywhere in between show their work and discuss their lives, including papercut artist Nikki McClure and Sublime Stitching’s Jenny Hart. Levine’s film shows how they have forged a new economy and lifestyle based on creativity, determination, and networking and captures today’s craft world as it emerges as a synthesis of historical technique, punk culture, and the diy ethos, also influenced by traditional handiwork, modern aesthetics, politics, feminism and art.
Thanks to the generous support of The Railway, the film screening will be a free event! 
Pre-bookings get a free ticket for our crafty raffle! We have some fabulous prizes, including a copy of State of Craft and a Flaming Nora kit."

When - Wednesday 10th April

The Railway, 2 Greyhound Lane, Streatham Common, SW16 5SD

Tickets - It's free, but If you would like to reserve a seat or table, please email gillian@craftypint.co.uk or visit www.craftypint.co.uk.

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Link 1 - Crafty Pint
Link 2 - Trailer for Handmade Nation


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The March Balham Craft Fair at The Bedford in Balham

The Balham Craft Fair returns to The Bedford, in Bedford Hill, Balham, for the regular 'first Saturday of the month' event.

"Balham Craft Fair takes place on the first Saturday of ever month in the ballroom of the fabulous Bedford pub in Balham. Come along to meet our wonderfully talented group of local designer makers while browsing the craft tables, and take time for a well earned slice of cake! On sale will be textiles, clothing, jewellery, bunting, skin care products, toys, stationery, bags, cards and so much more! We're looking forward to seeing you there!  "

When - Saturday 2nd March

Where - The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, SW12 9HD

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Link 1 - Facebook
Link 2 - Emma Barrett Designs

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Love.Make Designs' Valentine's Pop-up Shop in Farringdon

Love.Make Designs are hosting a Pop-Up Shop showcasing four London based fashion and accessories designer/makers, with a special focus on Valentine's Day.  It's in Farringdon, and only open for a week, so don't miss it!

"From the 11-17th of February 2013, Love.Make Designs will be selling their wares in association with Craft Centrals’ Corner Shop.
Dual Nation, Boodi-Blu, Rebecca Desnos and Iris - four London based designer makers - will be transforming the space into a magical Valentines boutique, selling handcrafted and recycled jewellery, naturally dyed fashion accessories and ethical lingerie. 
With the shop open from 10am - 6pm daily, you can be sure to find one-of-a-kind designs in this temporary treasure trove, whilst supporting emerging and independent British designers.  
Love.Make Designs will also be hosting a VIP shopping event on Wednesday the 13th from 7pm till late, with last minute Valentines specials and limited edition designs available in store. To be kept up to date, be sure to like Love.Make Designs on Facebook and follow on Twitter 
Designer Profiles
Dual Nation Jewellery focuses on handcrafted, statement pieces and draws inspiration from both British and Australian heritage to create bold and curious jewellery that can be worn from day to night.
Boodi Blu creates handcrafted, oneoff pieces of upcycled jewellery using fragments of discarded china porcelain, found buried in the earth. Combined with metals, gemstones and freshwater pearls, every piece tells a story.
Rebecca Desnos designs and makes a range of luxury, ecoconscious accessories, using natural fabrics and plant dyes. Each piece is unique with variations in the natural materials and dyeing techniques
London’s first ethical underwear brand, Iris, creates stunning, handmade lingerie for fashion-forward women.  The Hackney-based label fuses classic craftsmanship with trendsetting styles, resulting in exquisite and covetable intimates to be worn and treasured forever."

When - 11th - 17th February

Where - The Corner Shop, Craft Central, 21 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0DX

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Link 1 - Facebook

Link 2 - Twitter

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The Balham Craft Fair for February

The Balham Craft Fair is back, now in its new home, The Bedford, in Bedford Hill, Balham.

"Selling handmade goodies by London designers. From textiles to toys, from clothing to sparkly jewellery, we've got it all!"

When - Saturday 2nd February

Where - The Bedford, 77 Bedford Hill, SW12 9HD

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Link 1 - Facebook
Link 2 - Emma Barrett Designs

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E17 Designers' Valentine's Day Event at the William Morris Gallery in Walthamstow

E17 Designers, a community group of artists/designers/makers in Walthamstow a special Valentine's Day market at the William Morris Gallery in Walthamstow.  A great opportunity to find special gifts, and support talented people, and see a live choir.  It costs £2 to get in  including entertainment and entry to the fund raising prize draw.

"Join E17 Designers upstairs in the gloriously refurbished William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow, for the chance to buy something truly irresistible for the one you love – male and female. Twenty artists and designer-makers, many of them taking Morris as their inspiration, present passionately crafted, handmade items in an enrapturing range of styles and prices. Amorous gifts include prints and precious gems, corsages and customised cufflinks.
Accompanying an ardent afternoon’s shopping will be wandering minstrels, pop-up Poetry of Love from Forest Poets and a Valentine medley from heavenly choir, Natural Voices."

When - Saturday 9th February, 10am - 5pm

Where - William Morris Gallery, Lloyd Park, Forest Road, London E17 4PP

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Link 1 - E17 Designers

Conquer's Wardrobe Pop-up Shop in Sydenham

Photo - Sebastian Stobbs

Conquer's Wardrobe is an ethical fashion and art pop up shop in Sydenham and is part of the SEE3 Shop Revolution, part of the Portas Pilot Project.

"Ethical fashion and art collective Conquer Gear have created a special Pop Up shop featuring a capsule collection of clothing, an exclusive photographic exhibition and curated range of crafts in Sydenham, running until Christmas Eve. Local residents and Londoners are fast spreading the news, with John Malkovich becoming a recent fan and an editorial magazine feature on ethical fashion coming up early next year.

Conquer Gear is a diverse collective of artists and imaginers fronted by Sebastian Stobbs and Tomoya Hiramatsu creating a wide range of innovative and provocative design across different mediums – everything relating to the printed image and written word – fashion, film, photography, art. The company has a strict ethical policy supporting the Environmental Justice Foundation’s Clean Cotton Campaign and all cotton fabrics are clearly labelled with country of origin.

Conquer are hosting regular Friday evening events and activities until 9pm throughout the Pop Up period. On the day of the launch, Saturday December 1st, Sebastian Stobbs was amazed by the response and said: “It was over in a second, everyone coming into the shop had enormous enthusiasm for what was trying to be achieved in their community. We didn't stop chatting with people all day long. It was just so nice to see how many people had come out to join in.”

A lot of preparation went into getting the space ready and also wardrobes to find for the clothes! Sebastian also added: “Everyone I knew that came to visit said ‘I knew it was a shop space, but I didn't think it would look this good, I'm very proud’ with such a small amount of time it was lovely to hear it was all worth the effort."

Before the launch Sebastian said: “Conquer are very excited to be part of the SEE3 Community Project. There is a real buzz around Forest Hill, Sydenham and Kirkdale with all the regeneration that is happening. It is made possible by enthusiastic local residents that have made us feel welcome before we have fully moved in. We are looking forward to being part of the community and adding some fun and creativity to the local high streets.”

Conquer’s Wardrobe was launched through The Shop Revolution, a high impact project that aims to bring empty units back into use and interest to the high street through the introduction of pop up shops. This project is one of three strands of the South London SEE3 Portas Pilot Project."

When - 1st - 24th December 2012

Where - Unit 4, Station Approach, Sydenham SE26 5EU

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Link 1 - Conquer Gear

Link 2 - Conquer Gear on Twitter

Link 3 - Conquer Gear on Facebook

Link 4 - Conquer Gear on Soundcloud

Link 5 - Conquer Gear on Vimeo

Link 6 - SEE3

The Pen & Gravy vs Modernish Pop-up Homeware and Design Shop in Sydenham

Photo by London Photographer Sara

Pen and Gravy vs Modernish is a pop-up homeware and design shop in Sydenham and is part of the SEE3 Shop Revolution, part of the Portas Pilot Project.
Update - it's now popping up for a further few weeks, following the success of the pre-Christmas run.

"London Pop Up homeware and design collaboration Pen & Gravy vs Modernish launched on Saturday 1st December to an overwhelming public response, also featuring in the Evening Standard Home & Property magazine’s Top 5 December events. The Pop Up shop is due to run until Christmas Eve, although discussions are underway to possibly extend this. More details to come.
Pen & Gravy is the vision of local self-taught artist Jamie Palmer who brings his original and highly intricate, colourful patterned one-off designs on a range of lampshades and ceramics to Kirkdale in South London. 
The other half of the duo is Dan Thomas of Modernish – a UK based company which specialises in a curated range of mid-century British and Scandinavian designs in posters, ceramics, paper goods, books and furniture. Also being displayed is a celebration of iconic South London landmarks on prints from local artists.
Throughout the rest of December, Jamie and Dan will show you how to customise your own lampshade, plate or create your own original Christmas decorations through workshops and will host a series of special evening events.
A special feature of the Pop Up shop is the community art wall which people are invited to contribute their own self portrait doodles to win something special. Anyone who participates will be entered into a random prize draw which will take place on the afternoon of Dec 23rd. There will be mulled wine and mince pies on the day. 
On launch day the pair were overwhelmed with the amazing response they received from the public. Speaking about the run up to the launch, Jamie and Dan said: "We were massively excited but quite nervous as didn't feel quite ready to open our doors to the public.” After the launch day they spoke about the things that stood out for them: “Meeting all the lovely people that came into the shop, seeing how much fun everyone was having doodling onto our self-portrait wall.”
Pen & Gravy vs Modernish collaboration was launched through The Shop Revolution, a high impact project that aims to bring empty units back into use and interest to the high street through the introduction of pop up shops. This project is one of three strands of the South London SEE3 Portas Pilot Project."

When - 14th January - 28th February

Where - 161, Kirkdale, Sydenham SE26 4QJ

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Link 1 - Pen & Gravy
Link 2 - Pen & Gravy on Twitter
Link 3 - Modernish on Twitter
Link 4 - SEE3

Studio Fourty 1 Pop-up Shop & Event in Brixton

This Sunday (23rd December) Studio Fourty 1 are holding a special event at Seven in Brixton, giving you a chance to meet designers and buy some of their creations, plus there'll be a DJ and music.

"Students, Independents, Corporates and those that have the eye for Good Quality Garms come down to #StudioFourty1 23/12/12!! The perfect chance to grab a unique dope gift ranging from Tees, Sweats, Snapbacks and Beanies! This is not an opportunity to be missed!! 
Get the chance to meet the creative genius’s behind the brand. Ask your questions and gain some insight into what it takes to accomplish what they do on a daily basis..
Drinks and food are downstairs at SEVEN, Brixton’s number 1 Tapas Bar.. The music by DJ Deepoz, cool atmosphere and inspiring talented people will be upstairs to give you the most dopest experience. Your more than welcome to stick around after your long tiring quests of christmas shopping! Questions & Answers you may get here may be the best gift you got in a while!
Boutique and Store owners heres a chance to possibly fill your space up with potential dope brands. Musicians, Models heres a chance to maybe get sponsors under your belt.. The possibilities are endless!! 
Bring your portfolios, cameras, questions, ipads down.. S41 photos and video of the day will be by UPIX @upix_3
Tell a friend, to tell a friend to tell everyone with a creative bone in them!!"

When - Sunday 23rd December 2012, 12pm - 10pm

Where - Seven at Brixton, 7 Market Row, Brixton, SW9 8LB

Map (Ask for Market Row; it's a covered market)

Link - Studio Forty 1

Pop-up Christmas Design Sale & Events near Tower Bridge

This Saturday (22nd December) and for one day only, there's a special pop-up design sale in Shad Thames, near the Design Museum.  You can take part in a hat making workshop, and there's a also a raffle to enter.

"Pop Up Design warmly invites you to its next 'Pop Up' New British Designer Collection this SATURDAY 22nd December 2012 (one day only). Join us for a glass of sparkling wine, and to browse for last minute Christmas presents within this stunning fashionable Designer collection of Jewellery, Homeware, Textiles and Print exclusively retailed with us. Celebrate the best of British Design on show!
Or, why not join our decadent Mad Hatters Couture workshop @1:30pm to create your exclusive fascinator or 1940's style felt sculptural hat in a short taster workshop brought to you by Award Winning Milliner, Katherine Elizabeth. Book now with paula@popupdesign.co.uk
Also don't miss out on our exclusive Designer product giveaway, competition, a beautiful Designer Ceramic piece by Yas-Ming Ceramics! Draw held at 4pm on the day. To enter, either attend this fabulous workshop or pop in during the day to submit your name. We hope to see you there!
Free Entry to Pop Design Shop 11am - 5pm
Katherine Elizabeth Millinery Workshop 
£41.40 p/person for 3 hours or £15 p/person for 30 minute advice/taster course"

When - Saturday 22nd December 2012

Where - 13a Shad Thames, SE1 2PU

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Link - Facebook event

Protein's 3 Day Christmas Market in Shoreditch

Protein are turning their whole street into a Christmas Market for three days in mid-December.  Lots of events and attractions are planned - see the flyer above and the details below.  There have been other events in Hewett Street, for example last year's Dante's Fried Chicken, so it's bound to be lots of fun and lots of it is for good causes.

"You may remember our Hewett Street Block Party, where over 3,000 of you came through for a full day summer spectacular complete with raffles, food trucks, and cameos from ODB, Ghostface and RZA. This Christmas, we're upping our festive food game with a 3 DAY CHRISTMAS MARKET!
From the 14th of December, our 18 Hewett Street space will be turned into a Winter Wonderland of Culinary Delights. Mince-pie Popcorn and edible Christmas cards by Animal Vegetable Mineral, Choco Smoked Walnuts by Lily Vanilli, a super special Christmas Pudding from St. John, mouth watering pickles, sriracha, kimchi and jerky from F.A.T., and bad boi salami hampers from Picco Salumi ...
And that's not the half of it. We've got surprises coming from the likes of Elliot's, London Borough of Jam,Monster Supplies, and Gelupo plus many more.
And of course, no Protein event would be complete without a festive tipple. Expect bottled Christmas booze from The Boilermaker, We Are Noble craft beer & fine wines and kickstarter cuppa wonder Good & ProperTea throughout the three days.
Buying a gift for someone else? Try our donation based gift wrapping service, with paper designs by the ludicrously talented GIF pioneers Reed+Rader, comic artist Joe Kessler (whose show is on at 18HS right now!) and jewellery designer Alice Waese. All  profits go to the wonderful Foodcycle charity, so when you're buying your third bottle of Dante Fried Chicken Sock-It-To-Me Apricot Hot Sauce you'll be helping a good cause too.
The Protein by DunneFrankowski coffee shop is open as usual, serving Irish coffees along with sellling their exclusive handpicked Christmas Coffee Box. We've just got a bunch of new arrivals at The Shelf at Protein as well: Bompas & Parr's latest book FEASTING,  Dante Fried Chicken’s Ride or Fry, and the latest issues of Lucky Peach, ACQTASTE, Gather Journal, The Gourmand and Wilder Quarterly.
Finally, a selection of limited edition prints from previous shows at 18 Hewett Street will be available, and we've got plenty of Protein gifts including the brand new 2013 Protein Calendar, Bompas & Parr ouija board tea towels, and Good & Proper tote bags to make sure you've got the best goodies this Christmas. come by from12pm on Friday where we'll be serving Family turkey tacos, Lily Vanilli absinthe hot chocolate and The Boilermaker hot mulled cider to keep you fuelled.
Our friends at TOMS will be setting up a GIVE Shop at The Old Truman Brewery just off Brick Lane over the weekend too, where there'll be acoustic gigs and craft workshops, so make sure you drop by after!"

When - 14th - 16th December 2012

Where - Around 18 Hewett Street, EC2A 3NN

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#hackneyroad Design Pop-Up Shop

Greg Cox - Yellow Tables

This evening (5th December) a group of young designers are opening a pop-up shop to sell products that they have designed themselves.  It's full open from tomorrow until the 16th.

"From 5 – 16 December the three designer/makers, Greg Cox, James Tattersall and Room 9 will be selling and showcasing a range of London-designed-and-made furniture and interior accessories. The designers will also be delving into their archives to sell samples and one-offs at discounted prices; a chance to get your hands on a truly individual piece of British design straight from the hands that made it."

When - 6th - 16th December 2012

Where - 270 Hackney Road, London, E2 7SJ

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