It’s such a lovely crisp Winter’s day this morning, so I thought my picks for things to do in London this weekend should have a slightly festive feel. These three events have a couple of things in common: craft, objects for the home, shopping, and some tasty treats if you know where to find them. Etsy is popping up in London for the first time, while Monocle is having its annual Christmas Market. Finish the day with a visit to Canal gallery, part of a weekend of festivities on the Haggerston Riviera.
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What: Etsy House
Where: Covent Garden, London, WC2H
When: Until Sunday 7 December 12 – 6pm (10 – 8pm Saturday)
Everyones favourite shop for handmade or vintage goods is popping up in London for the first time. Located in the heart of London’s Covent Garden, the shop will feature products for sale from Etsy sellers across multiple categories: art, home decor, bath & body, clothing, jewellery, furniture, stationery, and more. There will also be workshops hosted by Etsy designer-makers (Wool & The Gang‘s Snood session is bound to be a hit, as is personalised necklaces from Minetta Jewellery) as well as order personalised items from Etsy sellers who will be live crafting in store.
LOOK
What: Apartment: Style Cruise
Where: Canal gallery, London, N1
When: Until 24 January
LISTEN
What: Monocle Christmas Market
Where: Midori House, 1 Dorset Street, London, W1U
When: 6-7 Deceember
Magazine Monocle is opening its headquarters near Baker Street this weekend for their annual Christmas market. There’ll be stalls from some of their favourite retailers from Switzerland to Italy and beyond, including Another Country, Esk, Marimekko and Iittala, as well as tasty treats from The Monocle Cafe and prizes as part of the always-popular tombola.
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What are you doing this weekend?
