Turning to TRADE SHOWS...

WHAT IS IT: Country Living (Christmas Fair)

WHERE'S IT AT: Harrogate International Centre
WHEN IS IT: 28th Nov 1st-dec

WHATS IT ALL ABOUT: The Country Living magazine hold trade fairs throughout the year, but seeing as though christmas is creeping upon us, I've decided to have a good look at their up and coming  fair and share it with you all.

Discover a whole range of inspirational and unique gift ideas from over 430 craftspeople, independent retailers and small businesses, all showcasing their original festive wares.

The Christmas Fair is the perfect place to pick up gorgeous gifts for friends and family or find a special treat for yourself. You’ll find hundreds of stands selling beautiful hand-made decorations, stunning jewellery, traditional toys, unique home accessories and stylish clothing all under one roof.

As well as shopping, the fair also includes workshops in things like card and decoration making, and I'm most excited about GINGERBREAD making!!!
WHO"S THERE:Again Like GNCCF, there rate hundreds of exhibitors at this fair, some of my faveorites include:

• Alexia Claire,http://alexiaclaire.com/portfolio/

• Bowley and jackson, 
http://bowleyandjackson.co.uk/

• Flossy Teacake,http://www.flossyteacake.co.uk/homepage.html

You can view the entire list here:http://www.countrylivingfair.com/harrogate/page.cfm/action=ExhibList/ListID=1/t=m/goSection=3_37

Felicity thinks:

How could you not want to be at this fair? When I read the Country Living magazine I'm always taken to a lovely little fluffy place, where the world revolves around talented crafts people and simple gorgeousness; surely the country living fair has to be this place in real life??? 

It's a real gutsy mix of humble products from designer makers and flourishing shops that dare to stock unique pieces. 

I got so excited carrying out this "research", I might of just booked myself tickets! ;)

http://www.countrylivingfair.com/harrogate/Content/Welcome/1/