Art and Crafts

That Arty Guy – Martyn Giles
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Welcome to the creative world of That Arty Guy, Martyn Giles.
Martyn's background is varied and interesting having started out as an Engineering CAD Designer and later  transitioning to Signwriting and Graphic Design.
Martyn is passionate about Art & Design and is super fussy about his attention to detail.
He has the ability to formulate an idea and conceptualise it using tools such as Photoshop and Illustrator.
Whether it is signage, design, airbrushing, in fact anything arty, then let That Arty Guy be the "Go To" person for all your Creative FX.

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277388759
Business Address
Footbridge Terrace, Kaiapoi
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/ThatArtyGuy/
First Light Soy Candles
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Beautiful home made Soy Wax Candles. A variety of fragrances and sizes.
Based in Kaiapoi and I attend the regular Markets on a Sat morning.

Admin note:

Lisa is so lovely... she is a wonderful lady and so kind and welcoming...plus she makes some lovely candles... pop along to see her at the markets in Kaiapoi, give her a call or visit her Facebook page

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Business Phone Number
027 4261896
Business Address
Kaiapoi
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/FirstLight71/
North Canterbury Creative Emporium
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Shop creatives and entrepreneurs at our markets across North Canterbury and Emporium in Kaiapoi.

North Canterbury Creative Emporium is open for business in the shops beside Countdown Kaiapoi! Swing by and explore our shelves filled with the products of over 30 local creatives and entrepreneurs. Whether you're looking for a special gift or need a takeaway coffee and sweet treat from Sprinkles Bakehouse, our Emporium has something for everyone.

Come by to support local businesses, and be part of this exciting moment in North Canterbury!

Business Phone Number
021 323 132
Business Address
77 Hilton Street, Kaiapoi, Christchurch
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/northcanterburycreative
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Paris’s little Christmas trees
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My name is Paris I am 14 years old, and I go to Kaiapoi high school. I play netball, tennis and do karate. Once I finish school I am going to study to become a Pediatric nurse, I have wanted to do this since the age of 10.
I had the idea from my mum (Shelley) to make little Christmas trees, so I decided to follow mums' idea.

Half of the money I make goes towards my study. I can make just about any colour for you and they are all lit up with white or coloured lights (your choice) I sell them at markets and made to order.
They are all $25

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Order through facebook page
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Order through facebook page
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/pg/littlechristmastrees/
Jacana Quilts
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Jacana Quilts is a mother daughter team dedicated to making handmade quilts and gift ware.

Quilts, hand bags, bags, table runners etc

The quality of the quilts is quiet lovely...they are beautifully designed and beautifully made...

Well worth a look... they attend local craft markets in the area..

 

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Business Phone Number
0274 411090
Business Address
Orchard Place
Clarkville, New Zealand
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/jacanaquilts/
Suerenity Gifts
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Soy Wax Products, Car and room diffusers, Jewelry etc.

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Business Phone Number
027 2298835
Business Address
Kaiapoi
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/Suerenity-Gifts-508384599631635/
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Kaiapoi Art Expo
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The annual Corcoran French Kaiapoi Art Expo is Waimakariri district’s largest visual art show and attracts large crowds every year. The 2023 Expo will be the biggest yet!

The Expo displays a wide range of art disciplines by local art groups and individual artists, all under one roof, over two days.

Still going strong in it’s 17th year, on show will be 800 artworks from 140 artists including painting, photography, ceramics, textiles and more, something for all art lovers.

Alongside the Expo is the very popular School Art Expo sponsored by Pak’N Save Rangiora featuring a fantastic display of artworks from 17 Waimakariri Schools.

An event not to be missed, block out the weekend of July 8th and July 9th, open from 10am to 5pm at the Kaiapoi Club, Raven Quay Kaiapoi. Entry is via gold coin only.

On Saturday 8th you can be involved in an interactive art display and Have A Go yourself. Plus, if that isn't enough to entice you out to Kaiapoi, Blackwell's carpark will be host once again to the now famous Blackwell's Live Ice Sculpting event kicking off at 1230pm followed by the Blackwell's Fire and Ice market starting at 4.30pm

Business Address
Waimakariri Arts Trust, P O Box 389, Kaiapoi 7644
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/kaiapoiartexpo
The Rusty Acre
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Allan and Andrea have been creating our garden of sculptures since 1993. We started with a bare paddock . Today it is an established garden with paths and ponds and full of art at every turn. Allan O’Loughlin is a sculptor of steel. He has created the most amazing collection of his sculptures /art you'll see in a garden setting. It is unique,quirky and entertaining. There are sitting areas throughout, a grand table under a massive steel chandelier, all created by Allan. When you visit you are welcome to bring a picnic and relax in the shelter of our garden. “The Rusty Acre” has been developed mainly due to my passion for home decor and restyling furniture , I just like nice things. I am a registered nurse and have a busy job in a operating theatre, The Rusty Acre gives me that chance to free my spirit and to express to myself. My shop is full of beautiful home items, soaps, candles, jewelry, french furniture and personally collected brocante items. I love the feeling you have when you buy something special and it gives you that nice feeling inside every time you look / smell or touch it. I hope to offer that to my customers when they visit The Rusty Acre.

Business Phone Number
021 146 6426
Business Address
1 Roscrea place, Mandeville
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/therustyacre/
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Squidge creations
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A small business that is creating some projects which really can be anything!

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Business Phone Number
027 900 0881
Business Address
Woodend
Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092690739645
Shits about to get dainty – homeware
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Homeware

These are dainty hand drawn one off items for ones home.

This is what would happen if the band Slayer and Antiques Roadshow had a baby.

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https://www.facebook.com/pg/ShitsAboutToGetDainty/
Ruby Whitty – Unicorn Art Studio
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Art has always been a passion of mine. As a child I loved to draw and paint – it was an escape.
As life went on: marriage, having twins and emigrating to New Zealand from the UK took over and there was little time for pencils and brushes.
It is now that I have time to begin my journey……..
I started with Folk Art, I loved the specialized brushes and clean lines and shading required. I then tried applying these disciplines to canvas and board using a variety of mediums. Favouring Acrylics.
As I have not had any formal training, I try to imagine the finished painting then work out how to do it.
I gain inspiration from many sources: nature, glass, fruit, flowers, landscapes, buildings and historical landmarks to name a few. But I am always willing to try something new – go in a different direction.
I have recently produced a collection of unusual abstract works called ‘Industrial Chaos’ inspired from childhood memories of my brother’s profession as a tool maker.
This has led me to even more abstract works, which I am enjoying very much but I still love to paint landscapes and still life.
I am actively involved with the Rangiora Art Society and am President of the Kaiapoi Creative Arts section of the KWMC.
Local exhibitions are the main avenue where I present my work. These are wonderful opportunities to network with other creative people in my community. Of which there are many.
I am available for commission work.
I feel incredibly blessed that I am able to express myself by way of a brush. The journey so far has taught me a lot about myself and everyday I look forward to what it brings creatively.

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(03) 3279571