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See details of all Scottish craft events listed on the Craft Scotland website - from craft exhibitions, workshops, and craft classes, to design fairs, open studios and pop-up shops.


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  1. From Death to Death and Other Small Tales
    From Death to Death and Other Small Tales
    From: 15/12/2012 To: 08/09/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    Masterpieces from the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art and the D. Daskalopoulos Collection including work in stone, wood, glass, ceramics and textiles.

    Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One), 73 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS
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  2. Chinese Knot Work
    Chinese Knot Work
    From: 12/01/2013 To: 08/06/2013  13:00 - 15:00

    Chinese Knotting is a traditional art and handcraft, using different knots and designs to create a variety of decorative objects and artefacts.

    The Edinburgh Chinese Community School, c/o Liberton High School, 328 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh EH17 7PT
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  3. Venetian Style Journals with Decorative Stitching
    Venetian Style Journals with Decorative Stitching
    From: 05/02/2013 To: 04/06/2013  18:30 - 20:00

    These taster classes are bite-sized workshops designed to introduce you to the craft of Bookbinding at the Owl and Lion Bindery.

    Owl and Lion Bindery, 66 Westport, EH1 2LD
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  4. Japanese Stab Binding at Owl and Lion Bindery
    Japanese Stab Binding at Owl and Lion Bindery
    From: 19/02/2013 To: 18/06/2013  18:30 - 20:00

    Bind and Go! Express bookbinding workshops: These taster classes are bite-sized workshops designed to introduce you to the craft of Bookbinding.

    Owl and Lion Bindery, 66 Westport, EH1 2LD
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  5. Experiment To Stitch
    Experiment To Stitch
    From: 20/02/2013 To: 04/12/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    A series of nine individual workshops for people working with textiles.

    The Purple Thread Shed, 75 Main Street, Roslin, EH25 9LU
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  6. Rodin's The Kiss
    Rodin's The Kiss
    From: 25/02/2013 To: 31/01/2014  10:00 - 17:00

    See one of the most iconic and best-loved works of sculpture in the world at the Scottish National Gallery.

    Scottish National Gallery, The Mound, Edinburgh EH2 2EL
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  7. The Travelling Gallery: Spring 2013
    The Travelling Gallery: Spring 2013
    From: 01/03/2013 To: 07/06/2013  09:00 - 17:00

    The Travelling Gallery's Spring 2013 exhibition is a busy group show of established and emerging artists from both home and abroad, who work in a broad range of media including drawing, animation, film, sculpture, photography, painting and digital media.

    Various locations, Scotland
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  8. Ceramic taster sessions with Fiona Thompson
    Ceramic taster sessions with Fiona Thompson
    From: 04/04/2013 To: 13/06/2013  18:00 - 20:30

    One off introductory ceramic sessions - either handbuilding or throwing.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, Second Floor, Beaverhall House, 27 Beaverhall road, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  9. Upcycling Fabrics with Mairi Brown
    Upcycling Fabrics with Mairi Brown
    From: 08/04/2013 To: 10/06/2013  18:30 - 21:00

    Students on this course will be shown how to make a simple garment from scratch which will then form the basis for exploring a wide range of embellishment techniques.

    Leith School of Art, 25 North Junction Street, Edinburgh, EH6 6HW
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  10. Silver of the Stars
    Silver of the Stars
    From: 12/04/2013 To: 21/09/2013  09:00 - 17:00

    A sparkling collection of contemporary silverware crafted by highly skilled makers, designed in collaboration with some of Scotland's world-famous stars including Sean Connery and Ewan McGregor.

    Museum of Edinburgh, 142-146 Canongate, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH8 8DD
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  11. Paper Engineering as a basis for 3D studies - course with Linda Green
    From: 22/04/2013 To: 27/05/2013  09:30 - 16:00

    Manipulate paper to creatic shapes and structures to explore 3D design in other forms -jewellery, textiles, ceramics and architecture - on this couse with Linda Green at Edinburgh College of Art.

    Edinburgh College of Art, Main Building, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh
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  12. Miniature Sculpture Course
    From: 22/04/2013 To: 27/05/2013  18:30 - 21:30

    Learn to develop small sculptures and forms on this course with Hans Clausen at Edinburgh College of Art.

    Edinburgh College of Art, Main Building, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh
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  13. Sea Arts - Textiles course
    From: 23/04/2013 To: 28/05/2013  09:30 - 12:30

    Explore the sea as inspiration for learning a range of textiles techniques on this course with Fiona Hutchison at Edinburgh College of Art.

    Edinburgh College of Art, Main Building, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh
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  14. Piece by Piece: the art of fabric construction
    From: 23/04/2013 To: 27/05/2013  13:30 - 16:30

    Explore the piecing of fabrics, study patchwork techniques and create a piece of work on this course with Fiona Hutchison at Edinburgh College of Art.

    Edinburgh College of Art, Main Building, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh
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  15. Introduction to Stained Glass
    From: 24/04/2013 To: 27/05/2013  09:30 - 16:00

    Learn how to work with and design stained glass on this 5 week course with Jeffrey M Zimmer at Edinburgh College of Art.

    Edinburgh College of Art, Main Building, Lauriston Place, Edinburgh
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  16. The Essential Styles at Concrete Wardrobe
    The Essential Styles at Concrete Wardrobe
    From: 01/05/2013 To: 31/05/2013  11:00 - 19:00

    This month the perfectly formed accessories of Edinburgh based Blair Sorley are on display at Concrete Wardrobe for its May 'Maker of the Month' exhibition.

    Concrete Wardrobe, 50a Broughton Street, Edinburgh EH1 3SA
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  17. The Resonate Collective presents Ardent Form
    The Resonate Collective presents Ardent Form
    From: 07/05/2013 To: 01/06/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    Ardent Form is an exhibition in print, illustration, photography & jewellery

    McNaughtan’s Bookshop, 3a & 4a Haddington Place, Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH7 4AE
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  18. All the basics of bookbinding with Sarah Diver-Lang
    From: 07/05/2013 To: 25/06/2013  18:30 - 21:30

    An introduction to all the basics of creative bookbinding including: japanese and single stitch bind, hard covers, accordion books and portfolios and finishing techniques including embossing and print.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh EH1 1QR
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  19. Upholstery for beginners
    From: 07/05/2013 To: 25/06/2013  18:30 - 21:30

    This course is an introduction to a range of processes used in most upholstery projects. Participants will strip and re-upholster a deep-seated, sprung dining chair.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR
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  20. Dressmaking - adapt and sew your own 50s style dress
    From: 08/05/2013 To: 26/06/2013  06:30 - 21:30

    Make a 50s style dress - adapt a dress pattern to your own personal measurements. We provide the pattern, you make it your own.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh, EH1 1QR
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  21. Screenprinted Textiles
    From: 09/05/2013 To: 27/06/2013  18:30 - 21:30

    Learn how to design a repeat to create continuous pattern on a length of fabric, printing in multiple colours and translating mark-making to print.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair Street, Tollcross, Edinburgh EH1 1QR
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  22. Amazing Amber
    Amazing Amber
    From: 10/05/2013 To: 08/09/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    This breathtaking exhibition explores the many facets of a beautiful and versatile material that has been treasured for thousands of years: amber.

    National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
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  23. Summer Sewing and patternmaking workshops
    Summer Sewing and patternmaking workshops
    From: 11/05/2013 To: 31/05/2013  09:30 - 13:30

    Summer sewing and patternmaking for beginners, intermediate and advanced.

    secondcity studio, ForestCentrePlus, 38 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh.EH3 9SJ.
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  24. Evening class in ceramics
    Evening class in ceramics
    From: 14/05/2013 To: 18/06/2013  18:00 - 20:30

    An introduction to working with clay, suitable for beginners or those with a little experience. Run by Fiona Thompson.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, Second Floor, Beaverhall House, 27 Beaverhall road, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  25. Ilana Halperin - The Library
    Ilana Halperin - The Library
    From: 24/05/2013 To: 29/09/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    Contemporary artist Ilana Halperin creatively explores time through fossils, minerals and geological sculptures in The Library, an innovative exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland.

    National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
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  26. Create A "Nostalgia Home" Canvas
    Create A "Nostalgia Home" Canvas
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 01/06/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    Spend a day creating a contemporary mixed media picture with a vintage inspired feel with a theme of “Home”. All levels welcome to this informal class with a maximum of 3 participants.

    75 Main Street, Roslin, EH25 9LU
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  27. Seashore Gallery Summer Festival Exhibition
    Seashore Gallery Summer Festival Exhibition
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 30/06/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    Seashore Gallery's Summer Exhibition has something for everyone.

    Seashore Gallery, 3 Marshall Street, Cockenzie, East Lothian, EH32 0HT
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  28. Edinburgh College of Art Degree Show 2013
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 09/06/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    The Edinburgh College of Art Degree Show 2013 will take place from Saturday 1 June to Sunday 9 June 2013.

    ECA, Edinburgh
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  29. Woollen Jewels
    Woollen Jewels
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 30/06/2013  11:00 - 19:00

    Quirky and nostalgic felted jewellery by Edinburgh based Lynsey Walters is on sale at June's 'Maker of the Month' exhibition at Concrete Wardrobe.

    Concrete Wardrobe, 50a Broughton Street, Edinburgh EH1 3SA
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  30. Cockenzie House Craft Fair
    Cockenzie House Craft Fair
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 02/06/2013  11:00 - 16:00

    An eclectic mix of handmade crafts, original designs and tasty Scottish produce at Cockenzie House

    Cockenzie House, 22 Edinburgh Road, EH22 0HY
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  31. 30th Anniversary Retrospective
    30th Anniversary Retrospective
    From: 01/06/2013 To: 15/06/2013  11:02 - 18:02

    Retrospective Exhibition celebrating 30 years of ceramics at The Adam Pottery.

    The Adam Pottery, 76 Henderson Row, Stockbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 5BJ
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  32. Jennifer Docherty and PottyEmma - reading and clay imprints
    Jennifer Docherty and PottyEmma - reading and clay imprints
    From: 02/06/2013 To: 02/06/2013  14:00 - 16:00

    During Seashore Gallery's Festival Exhibition there will be a series of art and craft workshops, a book signing and reading, music, art, gifts and more.

    Seashore Gallery, 3 Marshall Street, Cockenzie, East Lotihan EH32 0HT
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  33. Windswept: Heather Woof
    Windswept: Heather Woof
    From: 05/06/2013 To: 29/06/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    An exhibition of Heather Woof's Windswept collection of sculptural jewellery at the Scottish Gallery.

    16 Dundas Street, Edinburgh EH3 6HZ
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  34. Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fair
    Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fair
    From: 08/06/2013 To: 08/06/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    A new Craft & Food Fair in Edinburgh, run by the Eric Liddell Centre.

    Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP
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  35. Craft workshop taster day
    From: 08/06/2013 To: 08/06/2013  10:00 - 17:30

    Textiles, Pottery, Print, Jewellery and Bookbinding- your chance to try out up to 4 process in 1.5 hour workshops and watch demos by a range of makers.

    Edinburgh Contemporary Crafts, 9-11 Blair St, EH1 1QR
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  36. Monoprint and clay workshop
    Monoprint and clay workshop
    From: 08/06/2013 To: 08/06/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    Hands on workshop exploring different approaches to the unfired clay surface- monoprinting colour, line and pattern.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, Second Floor, Beaverhall House, 27 Beaverhall road, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  37. Make Your Mark Stonecarving holiday
    Make Your Mark Stonecarving holiday
    From: 09/06/2013 To: 14/06/2013  10:00 - 19:00

    Stone carving is challenging, dusty, therapeutic and fun. This holiday workshop introduces you to a variety of tools and techniques in Fife.

    Cambo Estate, East Neuk, Fife (first night in Edinburgh)
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  38. Bamboo Basketmaking Talk and Workshop
    Bamboo Basketmaking Talk and Workshop
    From: 12/06/2013 To: 12/06/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    Talk and workshop with Norio Hosaka, a Japanese artist craftsman. You will learn the skills needed to make a vase, box or container.

    Scottish Storytelling Centre, High Street, Edinburgh
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  39. Mary, Queen of Scots
    Mary, Queen of Scots
    From: 28/06/2013 To: 17/11/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    This major exhibition explores the myth and reality surrounding one of the most enigmatic and romanticised figures in Scottish history through paintings, jewellery, textiles, furniture, drawings, maps and documents.

    National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF
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  40. Tapestry Summer School - The Art of Tapestry
    Tapestry Summer School - The Art of Tapestry
    From: 01/07/2013 To: 05/07/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    Summer School exploring the creative art of tapestry weaving.

    WASPS Studio (studio 114) Patriothall, 1D Patriothall, off Hamilton Place, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
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  41. The Joys of Line and Form
    The Joys of Line and Form
    From: 01/07/2013 To: 31/07/2013  11:00 - 19:00

    Lara Scobie's ceramics and Joanne Garner's jewellery come together for Concrete Wardrobe’s July Makers of the Month exhibition.

    Concrete Wardrobe, 50a Broughton Street, Edinburgh EH1 3SA
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  42. Beginners to Metal Design
    From: 15/07/2013 To: 17/05/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    Design and make jewellery in metals using traditional techniques.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  43. Acid etching for metal jewellery
    From: 18/07/2013 To: 19/07/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    This course will enable students to develop skills and experiment using various etching techniques (including photo etching) onto metal.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  44. Introduction to Fold Forming
    From: 20/07/2013 To: 21/07/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    Make plates and objects using skills which can be adapted for jewellery, silversmithing, sculpture and other artistic disciplines in this two day workshop.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  45. Grassmarket Festival Fair
    From: 22/07/2013 To: 09/08/2013  10:00 - 20:00

    An exciting new event with a wide range of Scottish and globally made crafts, food & drink along with acoustic music.

    Grassmarket, Edinburgh. EH1
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  46. Introduction to Enamelling
    From: 25/07/2013 To: 26/07/2013  09:30 - 16:30

    Learn about using a torch and a kiln, creating stencils, free forming and Plique a jour in this two day class.

    SilverHub Studios, 130/7 Leith Walk Edinburgh, EH6 5DT
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  47. Coil building workshop
    Coil building workshop
    From: 27/07/2013 To: 27/07/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    An intermediate one day workshop focusing on coil building, with ceramic artist Fiona Thompson.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, 2nd Floor, Beaverhall Art Studios, 27 Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  48. Fleece to Fibre: The Making of the Large Tree Group Tapestry
    Fleece to Fibre: The Making of the Large Tree Group Tapestry
    From: 02/08/2013 To: 14/09/2013  10:30 - 17:30

    Part of Follow the Thread - a celebration of weaving and wool at Dovecot Studios.

    Dovecot Studios, 10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT
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  49. Throwing workshop with Chris Donnelly
    Throwing workshop with Chris Donnelly
    From: 03/08/2013 To: 03/08/2013  11:00 - 17:00

    A one day combined workshop focusing on the potters wheel and handmade tiles.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, 2nd Floor, Beaverhall Art Studios, 27 Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  50. Laser Cutting Summer School
    Laser Cutting Summer School
    From: 05/08/2013 To: 08/08/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    4 day Summer School learning how to work with laser cutting on a variety of materials, including paper, card, acrylic, wood and fabric.

    The Edinburgh Laser Cutting Studio, Studio 10, Bonnington Mill, Edinburgh , EH6 5QG
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  51. Patriothall Gallery - Staple Matter
    From: 06/08/2013 To: 25/08/2013  12:00 - 18:00

    Kjersti Sletteland and Despina Nissiriou explore the secrets of the Edinburgh's historic Patriothall building.

    Patriothall Gallery, 1D Patriothall, Hamilton Place, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
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  52. Fair Trade on The Fringe
    From: 10/08/2013 To: 18/08/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    Bringing together fair trade, ethical & locally crafted products, housed in a giant open-sided marquee surrounded by the bustling shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and festival entertainment during the peak time of the festival.

    Castle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3AT
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  53. Ceramics summer workshop at Cyan Clayworks
    Ceramics summer workshop at Cyan Clayworks
    From: 15/08/2013 To: 18/05/2013  10:00 - 17:00

    A one off four day ceramics workshop run by Fiona Thompson and Chris Donnelly.

    Cyan Clayworks, Studio 3, 2nd Floor, Beaverhall Art Studios, 27 Beaverhall Rd, Edinburgh EH7 4JE
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  54. Grassmarket Festival Fair
    From: 25/08/2013 To: 30/08/2013  10:00 - 20:00

    An exciting new event with a wide range of Scottish and globally made crafts, food & drink along with acoustic music.

    Grassmarket, Edinburgh. EH1
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  55. Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    From: 31/08/2013 To: 31/08/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    A new Craft & Food Fair in Edinburgh, run by the Eric Liddell Centre.

    Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP
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  56. Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    Eric Liddell Centre Craft & Food Fairs
    From: 30/11/2013 To: 30/11/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    A new Craft & Food Fair in Edinburgh, run by the Eric Liddell Centre.

    Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP
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  57. Real Scottish Christmas Fair
    From: 30/11/2013 To: 05/12/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    Bringing together makers and traders from across Scotland. Housed in a giant heated marquee surrounded by the bustling shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and festive entertainment.

    Castle Street Edinburgh EH2 3AT
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  58. Eric Liddell Craft and Food Fair
    Eric Liddell Craft and Food Fair
    From: 04/12/2013 To: 04/12/2013  10:00 - 16:00

    Craft & Food Fair in Edinburgh, run by the Eric Liddell Centre.

    Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DP
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  59. Edinburgh's Ethical Christmas Fair
    From: 07/12/2013 To: 15/12/2013  10:00 - 18:00

    Bringing together Fairtrade, Ethical and Environmental gifts, foods and drinks. Housed in a giant heated marquee surrounded by the bustling shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and festive entertainment.

    Castle Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3AT
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