2012 Guide to Holiday Craft Fairs

We are officially in craft fair season, with sales of handmade wares from talented local artisans going on every weekend through the end of the year.  Here’s a wrap up of the holiday related craft fairs to attend.

Saturday, November 3
Cloverdale Holiday Craft Fair: The sorority sisters of Beta Sigma Phi are holding their annual Holiday Craft Fair at St. Peter’s Church in Cloverdale, offering crafts, a basket raffle, and a hot lunch amid crafty trinkets for perfect gifts. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 491 South Franklin Street, Cloverdale

November 3-4, 10-11
Sonoma Valley Women’s Club: The 4th annual holiday boutique crafts faire hosts different artisans each weekend that include unique gifts, jewelry, ceramics, greeting cards, and holiday decor, plus a raffle for a chance to win an item of your choice. 574 First St East, Sonoma. sonomavalleywomansclub.org

Saturday, November 10
Fall Gift Showcase:   More than 30 vendors will offer special sale offers at this bazaar, including home and small businesses to choose treasured gifts from.  Free admission.  10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  Sonoma County 4-H Center.  6445 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park.

Saturday, November 10
St Mark Lutheran Church: Filled with hand crafted boutique items that include aprons, quilts, ornaments, jewelry, and more, as well as a raffle for a lovely lap quilt and matching throw pillow. Plus, the ladies of St. Mark Lutheran will be dishing out their hot 10 bean soup alongside coffee and dessert. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Good Shepherd Hall. 4325 Mayette Ave., Santa Rosa. www.stmarklc.org

November 10-11
Petaluma Holiday Crafts Fair:  The 24th annual boutique fair features many widely known and anticipated artists, selling everything from wall art, ceramics, jewelry, clothing, and more.  But while the variety at this show is wide, the atmosphere still holds a welcoming small town coziness.  Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-4.  Admission, parking free.  Petaluma Community Center in Luchessi Park.  320 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma.  holidaygiftfaire.com.

November 10-11
St. Peter & Paul Russian Church: The annual Christmas Bazaar and Food Fair features Russian handicrafts, seasonal items, jewelry, and gifts. Mouthwatering morsels hold claim to countries like Russia and Eritrea, among others. Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. 850 St. Olga Ct., Santa Rosa