Welcome Mat: BBAC Holiday Shop Returns Nov. 29-Dec. 20, Pewabic Holiday Showcase and more
Pewabic Holiday Showcase through Dec. 30
From now through Dec. 30, Detroit’s landmark pottery is offering new works created by Pewabic artisans and more than 50 independent ceramic artists from across North America. The iconic pottery’s new releases and 2023 Winter Collection include azurite, a new iridescent glaze, a snowflake ornament trio, winterberry vessels, rereleased historic vessels and more. “Our mission of enriching the human spirit through clay is truly on display during the holiday season,” says executive director Steve McBride. “Everything we make at Pewabic is designed to bring a bit of beauty and joy into your daily life.” Visit pewabic.org.
'Perfect Peonies' available at MDC
Winter may be coming, but you can enjoy eternal spring with a new wallcovering from Phillip Jeffries available through Tennant & Associates at the Michigan Design Center. Bursting with beauty, “Perfect Peonies” feature peony blossoms that create a dramatic floral statement in a large-scale painterly design The original watercolor painting includes flowers that are larger-than-life pieces of art with color, dimension, and texture for your walls. The custom-made product is offered in a range of nine colorways printed on a variety of natural and vinyl grounds. Tennant & Associates is a trade-only showroom at Michigan Design Center in Troy; to find an interior designer go to michigandesign.com.
BBAC Holiday Shop returns Nov. 29-Dec. 20
Now in its 43rd year, the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center’s holiday shop transforms more than 3,000 square feet of gallery space into a unique boutique that includes one of a kind, handmade gift items from more than 200 juried artists. Ceramics, jewelry, décor, glassware, baby and children’s items and the popular “Mug Wall” ensure that there’s truly something for everyone, with items starting at $5. Want first choice? Check out the “Shop and Champagne" preview party on Nov. 29, a ticketed event with a gourmet strolling supper, valet parking, libations and a 10% discount. Boutique sales benefit working artists and the BBAC’s ArtAccess and education programs. Visit bbartcenter.org.
Cherry Hill Potters Guild Annual Holiday Show
Get in a creative spirit and support local arts organizations this holiday season by shopping at one of many upcoming holiday shows. The Cherry Hill Potters Guild presents its annual holiday show this weekend at the Village Arts Factory starting tonight from 4 to 7 p.m. Guild members will present beautiful and unique handcrafted, functional and decorative pottery for the home, garden and holidays. Shop from a diverse display of ornaments, mugs, bowls, vases, sculptures, plates, platters, bird baths, fairy houses and pots of all kinds. Works include wheel-thrown, hand-built, oxidation and raku-fired pieces. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. -7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit cherryhillpotters.org.
Annual Potters Market Nov. 30-Dec. 3
More than 35,000 pieces of pottery will highlight the largest pottery sale of its kind Nov. 30-Dec. 2 at the Southfield Pavilion in Southfield. The 46th Potters Market features some of the finest pottery artists in Michigan and the Midwest, who gather to present the popular annual event. Hours are 6-9 p.m. Thursday (preview night, $10 admission), 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. -7 p.m. Saturday; and 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Sunday. “Artists are anxious to show their latest work, and our visitors have been waiting all year to buy the handmade, artistic gifts they love to give for the holidays,” says market manager Bridget Blosser. “This year we are thrilled to announce that there are 44 new artists in the show, more than ever before. These are accomplished artists added to the roster along with the many longtime ceramic artists who return to the Annual Potters Market every year.” Visit thepottersmarket.com.