Cardiff’s Christmas Market opens tomorrow – and a number of its stalls offer food and drink treats for your festive shopping.
The market, organised by Craft Folk, will be held at St John Street, Working Street, The Hayes, Hills Street and Trinity Street
Trading Hours – Thursday November 12 (first day) 10am to 8pm. Then – 10am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm Sunday and 10am to 7pm every Thursday in December. Wednesday December 23 ( last day) 10am to 4pm.
Visitors can commission personalised gifts, sample the food and drink on offer or enjoy a glass of mulled wine to keep warm while browsing. There is a selection of whisky, wines, fruit and cream liqueurs, cheese, hot welsh cakes, roasted nuts, chocolate brownies and delicious hand-made chocolates.
Food exhibitors include Delicia Cakes and Teas, gourmet vegan pies from Mr Nice Pie, spicy products from The Wiltshire Chilli Farm, Severn Ciders Ltd, Brynmawr artisan preserves producer Miss Daisy’s Kitchen, Nutty But Nice selling hot, roasted nuts, Field Bar Wine, and Fudge Philosophy.
Craft Folk says: “This year, we have an extensive rolling programme of over 190 individual businesses selling a wide variety of diverse arts and crafts interspersed with seasonal food and drink.”
EXHIBITORS:
| Name | Trading Name/Website | Products | Trading Dates |
| Harriett Addyman | The Metal Press | Plants and shells cast in pewter and silver as ornaments and jewellery | 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Zoe Badger | Honey Bee | Handmade modern rag dolls, foxes and other soft toys | 12 Nov to 16 Nov and 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Mike Baillon | Rustic Reindeer | Rustic reindeers, snowmen, owls and penguins of all shapes and sizes | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Anne Baker | Miss Daisy’s Kitchen | Seasonal artisan jams, chutneys, pickles and honey made with vintage recipes | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Phil Baker | Reflective Images | Black and white prints of Welsh towns dating from 1890 | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Tracey Baker | Tracey Baker Ceramics | All things ceramic from sheep to cats to bowls and Christmas decorations | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Ruth Angharad Banks | Angharad Banks | A wide range of textiles for the home | 12 Nov to 28 Nov and 17 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Jennie Barton | Glassworks Design | Fused and stained glass | 22 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Beacons Creative | Beacons Creative Wales Ltd | Scented candles, firelights, organic soap and skincare products | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Noa and Geffen Blok | NOA Jewellery | Jewellery | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Alexana Blott | Alexana Blott Sculpture | Animal sculptures made from welded stainless steel cutlery | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Dean Bolt | Dean Bolt | Handthrown and hand built traditional and contemporary ceramics | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Cally Bowen | Calleesy Jewellery and Gifts | Handmade jewellery and gifts | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Roberta Brown | Bobbi – Handmade Children’s Clothes | Reversible children’s clothing | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Patricia Bullen-Whatling | Pat Bullen-Whatling Gallery | Original artwork and prints | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| John Bullock | Jormae Pourri | Dried fruit decorations, wreaths, oils and candles | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Sarah Bunton | Sarah Bunton Chocolates | Delicious chocolates and luxury fudge | 29 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Catherine Cains | Cath’s Twisted Strings | Arm knitted infinity scarves and lino cut prints | 12 Nov to 16 Nov and 13 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Mike Cole | Tangled Web | Silver, copper and enamelled jewellery and unique ironwork | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Andrew Coslett | Andrew Coslett – Fine Art | Original artwork, limited edition prints and greetings cards | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Mark Daniel | Cambrian Mill | Woollen blankets, scarves, fabric and accessories | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| David Davies | Nutty But Nice | Hot roasted nuts | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Karen Davies | Purple Shoots | A selection of artists and crafts people supported by Purple Shoots | 12 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Rhys Davies | Mexichim | Mexican Chimeneas and cooking accessories. Recycled metal animals for the garden. | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Sian Davies | Sian Davies | Handmade ceramics and small textiles with ceramic elements | 12 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Nicola Day | Land of Make Believe | Handcrafted wooden gifts | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Natalie Dennis | Bootys Loote | Textiles, artwork and greetings cards | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Alex Duck | Upton Cheyney Chilli Co Ltd | All things chilli: sauces, chocolates, fudge, ciders and beers and chilli growing kits. | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Chris Duggan | Jackdaw Trading Ltd | Handmade lanterns for the home and garden | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Richard Dunstone | Woodwasp.co.uk | Wooden and acrylic hanging ornaments, bookends and wooden wine boxes | 17 Nov to 21 Nov and 13 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Leanne East | Leanne East Illustrator and Designer | Original artwork and prints. Art wooden panels | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Alice Eaton | Field Bar Wine | Homemade award winning fruit and flower wines | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Trudy Ebsworth-Espie | Ebsworth Pots | Domestic and garden ware hand thrown pottery | 29 Nov to 12 Dec |
| Philippa Edmunds | Fairydoorz | All things fairy related from fairy doors to fairy dust and tooth chests | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Sarah Elam-Eager | Sara & Heart | Hand made jewellery. Vintage textiles made into soft furnishings. Artwork. Textile Fauxdermy and Christmas Cards | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Lynne Eller | Barafundle | Personalised story Cds | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Deborah Ellis | Delicia Cakes & Teas | Christmas cakes, puddings, loaf cakes and loose leaf teas from around the world | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Victoria Ellis | The Mucky Cow Luxury Handmade Soaps | Natural handmade soaps, bath bombs and oils | 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Hilary Falls | Inspirational Fabrics | Original textile items in designer fabrics, soft toys and baby quilts | 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Pablo Fernandez | Churros Ole | Authentic Spanish Churros with hot dipping sauce, custard and ice cream | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Hannah Fitt | The SAFE Foundation | Banana leaf and wicker work from Uganda and beadwork from India sold in support of the charity | 12 Nov to 13 Nov |
| Nadene Fletcher | Fired Design | Fused and stained glass pendants and soldered vases | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Lee and Julie Ford | By Olive | Personalised jute and cotton bags and button artwork | 29 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Wanda Freeman | Hungry Dragons | Gluten free Christmas cakes, puddings, mince pies, cookies and other speciality cakes. Sugar free jams. Gift boxes. | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Stephen Gee | Direct Beers | Bottled beer with attitude | 6 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Gareth Giddings | Celtic Seren | Pewter work: lovespoons, clocks and figurines and lots more | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Bo Grant | The Shake Co Ltd | Milkshakes and smoothies with homebaked seasonal goods | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Alistair Guthrie | Crepe Escape | Delicious sweet and savoury crepes made with local ingredients | 17 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Paula van Haarlem | Avalon | Handmade semi precious stone jewellery | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Emyr Harris | Mr Nice Pie | Gourmet vegan pies | 18 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Amanda Hartley | Hofficraft | Illustrated prints, fimo Christmas decorations, cards and cushion covers | 13 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Sarah Hatton | Hatton Willow | Willow baskets, sculptures and hurdles | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Timmy Hutcheon | Jewellery Basics Wales | Hand crafted beaded, wire and fimo jewellery, bracelets and accessories | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Victoria Isaac | Little Bit Different | Vintage china jewellery, cake stands | 13 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Rachel Irwin | Glassybits | Fused glass and fine silver jewellery and art glass panels on a coast theme | 22 Nov to 28 Nov and 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Sian James | Fun & Funky Stuff | Handpainted wooden boxes, coasters, blocks and signs | 12 Nov to 16 Nov and 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Enfys Jenkins | Retro Aprons | Cushions, aprons and other textiles all made from remnants and recycled products | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Jack and Tom Jennings | Troyan Pottery | Handmade authentic Bulgarian pottery for the home | 6 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Chris Jones | Corgi Hosiery | Socks, hats and gloves for all the family and cashmere wraps | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Matthew Jones | ‘Ave A Go Ceramics | Handmade ceramic table and functional ware. You can even throw a pot too! | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Sue Jones | Littleheartfelt | Children’s dresses, swim bags, hair accessories and baby blankets. | 12 Nov to 28 Nov and 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Chen Jian | Jian Chen’s Fine Art | Framed and mounted original watercolours and prints | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Steve John | Bang Bang Art | Original artwork and prints. | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Daniel Jones | Welsh Slate | Welsh slate for the home and garden | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Ceri Lambert | Ceri Lambert Designs | Button and badge collages. | 13 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Kate Lewis | Kate Lewis Jewellery Design | Contemporary silver and gold jewellery from the Gower | 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Mark Lewis | Mark Lewis Photography | Mounted landscapes and wildlife photographic prints | 6 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Rachel Limbrick | Jamie-Erin Handcrafted Gifts | Wooden plaques and scrabble frames and driftwood trees | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Gareth Lloyd | Lloyd Ceramics | A range of abstract, hand pierced ceramic lamps | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Laura Mackinnon | Snowdonia Cheese Co Ltd | A wide range of cheeses made in Wales | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Bryan Mapstone | Llanmead Crafts | Wooden fretwork in Welsh: hearts, words, wedding gifts, lovespoons and more | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Laura Matson-Thomas | Koko Kitchen Ltd | Chocolate brownies | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Stewart Maxwell | Shokolat | Novelty chocolate gifts | 29 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Michelle Merrill | RSPB Cymru | Learn about the great work the RSPB do to conserve nature, and how you can help. | 12 Nov to 16 Nov and 18 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Sally Mitchell | Sockadoo | Original soft toys hand made from socks | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Beth Morgan-Jones | Ewemoo | All things animal from foot rests to bunting and much much more | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Lisa Morgan | Andorinha | Individually hand died silk scarves | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Mandy Morgan | Garth Mountain Silver | Handmade solid silver jewellery | 18 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Meinir Morgan | Gyda Chariad Gifts | Vintage Welsh blanket cushions and bunting | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Paul Morgan | Uneek Workshop | Original wooden products; bowls, vases, candle sticks, picture frames, signs and wooden hearts | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Simon Morgan | The Wiltshire Chilli Farm | Tasty chilli sauces, jam, chocolate, salt, pepper and oils. Dried and fresh chillies too and plants so that you can grow your own | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Laura and Andrew Morris | Personalised Christmas Log Reindeers | Wooden reindeers, snowmen and penguins | 22 Nov to 17 Dec |
| Jen Mossemenear | Twinkling Moo’s | Hand crafted welsh wooden signs, plaques, Christmas decorations and gifts | 6 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Suzette Mugliston | The Quilted Pear | Lap quilts, wall hangings, table runners, tea cosies and quillows | 13 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Sally-Anne Nelson | Condessa Welsh Liqueurs | A wide selection of liqueurs, poteen and aged Celtic whiskey | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Tommy O’Rourke | Rainbow Glass Creations | Dichroic glass jewellery, tiffany and stained glass | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Gemma Owen | Fabrikk Design | Wrapping paper and gift tags plus cards and calendars | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Anna Palamar | Anna Palamar Designs | Screen printed cushions, free hand embroidered work | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Annie Pariyar | Jalimali Events | Hats, bags, scarves, clothing and knitwear all made by hand by their co-operative in Nepal | 6 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Roy Peckham | The Pit Pony Sanctuary | Hand painted horseshoes, Christmas cushions and other gifts sold in aid of this charity | 15 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Andrea Perkins | Our Crafty Cwtch | Personalised wooden plaques, hearts, trinket boxes and photo frames | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Trudi Petersen | Pearls Dream Candles and Ferric Fusion Ironwork | Candles and hand forged ironwork | 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| John Richard Phillips | Bethan John | Silver and gemstone jewellery. Fused glass work; bowls, platters, plaques and light fittings | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Emma Sian Pritchard | Memosa Art | Original artwork on canvas and in frames | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Heidi Radbone | Liquorice | All things felt: handbags, soaps, scarves, brooches to name just a few | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Rachel Rasmussen | Rachel Rasmussen | Artwork and sculptures inspired from her paintings | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Rhian Rees | Material Girl | Textiles: cushions, draught excluders, door stops and more | 12 Nov to 16 Nov and 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Anwen Roberts | Draenog | Cards, prints, mugs and coasters all with a Welsh theme | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Rhiannon Roberts | Rhiannon Art | Original artwork framed and as place mats, coasters, glass cutting boards | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Victoria Rogers | The Cardiff Story | A variety of gifts sold in support of The Cardiff Story | 29 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Geraint Sage and Grainne Nash | Aromawakening | Organic skincare products for all skin types | 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Chris Saltmarshe | Through Welsh Eyes | Photographic images on canvas, blocks and frames | 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Tony Seddon | Rustique | Rustic home and garden sundries, handmade and reclaimed lamps | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Claire Seely | Claire Seely Glass Design | Traditional handmade leaded glass work | 6 Dec to 17 Dec |
| Greg Shearman | Chock Shop | Mouth watering chocolate brownies smothered in hot chocolate sauce | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Karen Shellam | Fresh as a Daisy | Delicious hot welshcakes and Welsh buttered Bara Brith | 12 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Victoria Shepherd | Signs of the Sea | Painted wooden plaques, driftwood hangings, mirrors and trees | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Neal Shipp | Celtic Country Wines | Fruit wines and liqueurs. Mulled wine by the glass – it is delicious! | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Severn Cider | Severn Cider Ltd | Award winning ciders and perrys to take home and enjoy. | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Matt Smith | The New Theatre | Publicising tickets for their forthcoming New Theatre and St David’s Hall shows | 14 November |
| Joy Sowden and Adrian Wilson | Coinwear | Old British and foreign coins made in a variety of gifts including cuff links, pendants and earrings. | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Daniel Stallard | Daniel Stallard Artist | Colourful images inspired by nature. | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Jeremy Thomas | Jeremy Thomas | Atmospheric framed artwork | 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Marc Thomas | Cartref a Gardd | Fragrant candles in containers and reed diffusers | 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Margaret Thomas | Lili Wen Designs | Hand made jewellery | 29 Nov to 12 Dec |
| Megan Thomas | Pretty Little Sewing Box | Personalised Christmas stockings and decorations | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Sharon Thomas | Belisama Candles | Candles, wax melts and wooden wick jars | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Penny and Ian Thyer | Leatherwise Ltd | Handmade leather goods and accessories | 23 Nov to 12 Dec |
| Martin Todd | Beverly Todd – Glass Artist | Glass art as pictures, sun catchers, coasters and dishes | 12 Nov to 22 Nov |
| Amanda Treverrow | Wire Art and Jewellery Delights | Wire and hand forged art for the home and jewellery | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Rhys Watkins | Crafty Devil Brewing Ltd | A selection of craft beers brewed in Cardiff | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Phillip Watts | Tirglas Crafts | Wooden candle holders, driftwood decorations and lamps | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Katy Webster | Miri | Screen prints, textiles and illustrated jewellery | 18 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Sara Wevill | Sara Grace Wevill Ceramics | Functional and decorative pottery and hand made beads | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Amanda Whitfield | Fudge Philosophy | Homemade fudge, meringues and chocolate bars | 18 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Vivienne Wigmore | Kalso-design | Handmade jewellery and accessories | 22 Nov to 28 Nov |
| Byron Williams | CheekyBucket UK | Fine art prints for all ages | 12 Nov to 21 Nov, 29 Nov to 5 Dec and 18 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Jeremy Williams | Herbs on the Hill Events | A wide range of soaps, incense, massage oils and creams | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Jill Williams | Fat Mamma’s Caribbean Patties | Tasty Jamaican patties | 12 November to 23 December |
| Julian Williams | Natures Best Designs | Luxury wooden homes for our winged and prickly friends | 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Sara Llewelyn Williams | Perl | Jewellery made from cutlery. Silver and copper plated jewellery | 29 Nov to 5 Dec |
| Jacqui Willmott | JaxBee Crafts | Handmade textile animal doorstops, birds, JaxBee dolls, quilts, lavender hearts, owls, seahorses and birds | 12 Nov to 12 Dec |
| Hoppi Wimbush | Flower Power Organics – Artisan Skincare | Face and hand creams, lip balms and body butters | 13 Dec to 23 Dec |
| Simon Winchester and Tahsin Zatman | Win-Man Designs | Origami Christmas cards, paper bonsai plants. Christmas decorations and paper wreaths | 18 Dec to 23 Dec |
| David and Lucy Wittig | Gift of Glass | Handcrafted ornamental glassware with daily demonstrations | 12 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Peter and Esther Wong | Artbless | Original artwork and hand designed jewellery | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
| Adrian Wood and Tanya Williams | Crafty Gift Shop | 3D box frame art, kit form lanterns, artwork and greetings cards | 6 Dec to 12 Dec |
| Saifon Yoothapong | Designer Florist | Handmade flowers, candles and clay ornaments | 12 Nov to 23 Dec |
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| Sali Barter | The Welsh Chocolate Experience | Chocolate bars, lollipops and truffles. Hot chocolate stirrers. | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Stephen and Alison Birch | Skalis Beith | Recycled glass bottles, lamps, bowls, goblets, coasters, jewellery and beads | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Bo Grant | The Shake Co Ltd | Milkshakes and smoothies with homebaked seasonal goods | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Pamela Gresty | Cwrtau Bach Deli Foods Company | Fresh and preserved foods inspired by flavours across the globe | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Jan Tucker | Fair Do’s | Fair Trade gifts | 12 Nov to 16 Nov |
| Rebecca Gunn | Inch Blue | Baby shoes and baby gro gift sets | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Cristyn Harris | Little Bobbin House | Lampshades, bunting, table runners and roll out beds | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Louise Smith | Louise Smith Illustration | Original drawings, paintings and small sculptural pieces | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Cherie Thomas | Sew Unique | Fleece children’s clothing and accessories | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| Arielle Tye | ProMo-Cymru/The Abacus | Gifts sold in support of their charity | 17 Nov to 21 Nov |
| David Griffiiths | Teganau Tegid Toys | Traditional wooden toys for children | 22 Nov to 26 Nov |
| Yvette Herbert | Glitzy Glasses and Jewellery | Glittered glassware: vases, glasses, candles and jewellery | 22 Nov to 26 Nov |
| Lisa Rees | Contempo Catering | Glamorgan sausages, seaweed suet pudding and other vegetarian dishes and a range of bakewell slices | 22 Nov to 26 Nov |
| Beverley Thomas | Fruitastic Bouquets Ltd | Marshmallows and fruit covered in chocolate | 22 Nov to 26 Nov |
| Joanna Tomczyszyn | Jo Art and Design | Home decorations, decoupage, jewellery, Christmas decorations | 22 Nov to 26 Nov |
| Alexis Hughes | Strawbees Designs | Button art frames | 27 Nov to 1 Dec |
| Eileen Moore | Drop In Centre Development Trust | A selection of cakes and gifts sold in support of the Drop In Centre | 27 Nov to 1 Dec |
| Mandy Morgan | Garth Mountain Silver | Handmade solid silver jewellery | 27 Nov to 1 Dec |
| Huw Williams | Cosmic Anvil | Comic books and associated artwork | 27 Nov to 1 Dec |
| Jo Ashburner | Red Dragon Flagmakers | All things knicker related never seen before | 2 Dec to 5 Dec |
| Catherine Hoar | Fragrant Times | Handmade bath and body products | 2 Dec to 5 Dec |
| Grug Jones | Cwm Rhondda Ales | Real ale | 2 Dec to 5 Dec |
| Amy Sian Lewis | Little Valley Stitch House | Textiles: Christmas bunting, cushions, stockings, wreaths | 2 Dec to 5 Dec |
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