The Maker's Hand

The Maker's Hand The Maker's Hand is a fine craft show presented by the Prince Edward County Arts Council. November 6-8, 2026 @ County Arts Lab, The Armoury, Picton.

Founded in 2004, the show features high-quality work by over 25 from across Ontario and Quebec. 2022 hours are Friday and Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-4.

📣 2nd Application Round Now Open! 📣✨ We have reopened applications for the 22nd edition of The Maker's Hand! Presented ...
05/04/2026

📣 2nd Application Round Now Open! 📣

✨ We have reopened applications for the 22nd edition of The Maker's Hand! Presented annually by The Prince Edward County Arts Council, this beloved fine craft show features a wide range of established and up-and-coming artists from across Ontario and Quebec.

📍This year's show takes place November 6-8, 2026 at the County Arts Lab, located in the Armoury on Picton’s bustling Main Street, with over 25 booths inside the County Arts Lab and in the adjoining Armoury atrium.

📋 Applicants must self-identify as a professional artist (see Canada Council for the Arts’ definition) and present functional, conceptual, or sculptural work that exhibits originality and technical excellence.

✨ Click the link in our bio for eligibility criteria and full details, or visit themakershand.com. The second round application deadline is June 15th, 2026. Please direct questions about the show or the application process to [email protected].



Image description: Brown text on a beige background reads 'Call for Artists / The Maker's Hand / Fine Craft Show.' Pictured clockwise from left beneath this are images of 2025 exhibitors: YellowHouse on Kenyon, Michele Macdonald Ceramics, and Besom. Below this reads '2nd application round open / Nov 6-8, 2026 / The Armoury / Picton, Prince Edward County / Apply by June 15.'

📣 Call for Artists - The Maker’s Hand 2026 📣✨ Applications are NOW OPEN for the 22nd edition of The Maker's Hand! Prese...
02/03/2026

📣 Call for Artists - The Maker’s Hand 2026 📣

✨ Applications are NOW OPEN for the 22nd edition of The Maker's Hand! Presented annually by the The Prince Edward County Arts Council, this prestigious fine craft show features a wide range of established and up-and-coming artists from across Ontario and Quebec.

📍 Taking place for the second year from November 6-8, 2026 at the County Arts Lab, located in the Armoury on Picton’s bustling Main Street, the show will feature over 25 booths inside the County Arts Lab and in the adjoining Armoury atrium.

🫶 Our inaugural show in this new location was a success, and we’re happy to announce we will be adding more booths to the show - the more, the merrier!

📋 Applicants must self-identify as a professional artist (see Canada Council for the Arts’ definition) and present functional, conceptual, or sculptural work that exhibits originality and technical excellence. The Maker’s Hand does not accept consumable products in the show, nor do we accept soaps & bath products, or candles.

➡️ Swipe to see testimonials from artists who participated in last year’s edition, which was held at the Armoury for the first time!

✨ Click the link in our bio for further eligibility criteria and full details, or visit themakershand.com. The application deadline is April 15th, 2026. Please direct questions about the show or the application process to [email protected].



Image description: Brown text on a beige background reads 'Call for Artists / The Maker's Hand / Fine Craft Show.' Pictured clockwise from left beneath this are images of 2025 exhibitors: Steaped Slow Ceramics, Holistic Needlecraft, and Fiona Macintyre Design. Below this reads 'Apply by April / Nov 6-8, 2026 / The Armoury / Picton, Prince Edward County.' The next slide includes testimonials from three participating 2025 artists.

We’re really feeling the love as we reflect on this past weekend’s 21st edition of The Maker’s Hand. This year’s celebra...
11/13/2025

We’re really feeling the love as we reflect on this past weekend’s 21st edition of The Maker’s Hand. This year’s celebration of fine craft was extremely special to us, as it marks the first year the show was held at the County Arts Lab inside the historic Armoury in Picton. Now, we’re taking a moment to share just some of the friendly faces who made this year's show extra special!

We send our most heartfelt THANK YOU to all exhibitors, sponsors, and volunteers, along with the County Arts team, and to all of the fine craft lovers who came through our doors and braved snowy weather to meet and support these talented artists!

We extend a special thank you to Elizabeth Crombie Real Estate Team for being a long-time supporter of The Maker's Hand, and we’re grateful to have had Libby at the show throughout the weekend to chat with visitors! Thank you so much as well to Visit the County for sponsoring this year’s show and helping to get the word out. Our sincere gratitude also goes to the Municipality and the Ontario Arts Council for their support of the show.

Thank you so much to the owners of The Armoury, as well as our supportive and collaborative neighbours.

We were thrilled to hear many attendees describe the show as high quality and well-curated. We saw lots of familiar faces as well as new ones, from near and far, and getting to see visitors chat with all of the friendly exhibitors about their artistic process was a treat for us!

We’re already looking forward to next year’s show - stay tuned for details and updates!



Image 1: All exhibitors holding up their hands posing for a photo in the County Arts Lab. 'Thank you!' in cursive white font is at the bottom of the image.
Images 2, 4-7: Grid collages of photos taken by Logan Somers during the show, featuring close-ups of work by participating artists, artists pictured in their booths, visitors in exhibitors' booths and the County Arts Lab and adjoining atrium bustling with shoppers.
Image 3: A photo of Elizabeth Crombie smiling for a photo with her table and realty sign behind her.

✨ Today’s the day! ✨ The Maker’s Hand opens its doors today, November 7th, in the Armoury on Picton’s bustling Main Stre...
11/07/2025

✨ Today’s the day! ✨

The Maker’s Hand opens its doors today, November 7th, in the Armoury on Picton’s bustling Main Street at 1 pm! Open late until 8 pm today, this is the perfect time to enjoy all that downtown Picton has to offer.

Not only are we open later, but our Sip & Shop event takes place TODAY ONLY from 5-8 pm - attendees will receive a complimentary glass of wine or a non-alcoholic beverage (while supplies last), and select exhibitors are offering discounts from 5-8 pm ONLY - including:

TJ Indigo Clothing Co - 10% off
Holistic Needlecraft - 10% off jackets
Jewelust - 10% off chains
YellowHouse on Kenyon - 10% off
Allers Atelier - 10% off
Viktoria Brave - 15% off ‘Emergence’ artworks and quilts
Steaped Slow - 20% off travel mugs & soap pumps
Woolgathering Nat - tax-free (all weekend!)
unPoised Architecture INC - items offered at cost

Whether you’re out shopping after a delicious Countylicious dinner, or just out for a stroll, stop by this evening to experience the best of Canadian fine craft - from jewelry and ceramics, to furnishings and clothing, and so much more!

The Maker’s Hand is also open Saturday, November 8th 10 am-5 pm and Sunday, November 9th 10 am-4 pm.

$5 entry fee gets you all-weekend access, and kids under 12 get in for free! Taking place on the Main Level of the Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton.



Image description: A photo of a group of people with wine glasses raised. The Maker's Hand logo is at top right and 'SIp & Shop, Fri Nov 7, 5-8 pm' is in white text at bottom right of the image. Photo credit: Kelsey Chance, Unsplash.

As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that people with sensory, mobility, and other disability-related needs can more...
11/06/2025

As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure that people with sensory, mobility, and other disability-related needs can more readily engage with the arts, we are hosting an All Are Welcome Hour during The Maker’s Hand on Sunday November 9th from 10-11 a.m. in the County Arts Lab and adjoining atrium inside the Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton.

♿ What to expect:

➡️ Accessible parking on Main Street outside of the Armoury
➡️ Wide aisles for ease of movement
➡️ Lights and music will be dimmed/lowered
➡️ Free entry for Assistants to persons with a disability
➡️ Service animals always welcome (it’s the law)
➡️ Exhibitors will be advised on how to engage with all visitors

Please note, the show will be open to the general public during this time, and it is traditionally a quieter moment to visit.

💛 Thank you to Pina D’Intino and David Wysocki of Aequum Global Access Inc. for assisting us with this special initiative. Aequum has been committed to realizing accessibility and inclusion in communities for over 20 years.



Image description: Infographic featuring an image of a person in a wheelchair at the top left. The Maker’s Hand logo is at top right on top of a dark blue circle. ‘All Are Welcome Hour’ is written below this, with the text: Ensuring that people with sensory, mobility, and other disability-related needs can more readily engage with the arts. The date, time and location are below. The County Arts logo and ‘themakershand.com’ are at the bottom.

With The Maker’s Hand fast approaching, we wanted to take a moment to thank our incredible sponsor, Elizabeth Crombie Re...
11/05/2025

With The Maker’s Hand fast approaching, we wanted to take a moment to thank our incredible sponsor, Elizabeth Crombie Real Estate Team at Royal LePage ProAlliance Realty! Elizabeth (or Libby, as she’s also known) has been a great supporter of the arts in Prince Edward County for many years, and we are always grateful for her generous support of The Maker’s Hand.

Libby loves to meet new people and connect with friends new and old. Stop by and see her at this year’s show - she’ll be happy to have a chat, or answer any real estate questions you might have!

Whether you’re visiting the County or a local, be sure to stop by The Maker’s Hand this weekend at the County Arts Lab, November 7th-9th, to shop for one-of-a-kind Canadian-made fine craft items made by emerging and established artists from Ontario and Quebec. With 60% of artists new to the show this year and returning favourites, there’s something for everyone!

⏰Fri 1-8 pm / Sat 10 am-5 pm / Sun 10 am-4 pm
💲$5 entry for all-weekend access, kids under 12 get in for free
📍Main Level of the Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton ON
➡️Visit themakershand.com for a full list of exhibitors



Image description: A photo of Elizabeth Crombie smiling at the camera. The Maker's Hand logo is at bottom left and 'Sponsor' with the Elizabeth Crombie Real Estate Team logo is at bottom right.

Join us for The Maker’s Hand ✨ THIS WEEKEND ✨ November 7th-9th, 2025 in its new location at the County Arts Lab in Picto...
11/04/2025

Join us for The Maker’s Hand ✨ THIS WEEKEND ✨ November 7th-9th, 2025 in its new location at the County Arts Lab in Picton! Experience and take home one-of-a-kind handmade work by both emerging and established artists from Ontario and Quebec! With 60% of artists being new to the show this year plus returning favourites, there’s something for everyone - whether you’re searching for that perfect gift, or just looking to treat yourself.

Andrew Phua (APhua) is the designer and creator behind GetFancy by APHUA, offering bespoke clothing and fashion accessories that invite wearers to experience fashion as a form of wearable art.

As a multidisciplinary artist, Andrew’s work merges fashion, photography and art. His designs are deeply rooted in sustainability, using forgotten and repurposed materials to create meaningful, custom garments.

“I believe in moving away from disposable fashion and embracing sustainability through slow fashion,” he says. “That’s why I actively seek out and use remnant fabrics from a variety of sources, giving new life to materials that might otherwise go to waste.”

Blurring the lines between fashion and art, Andrew’s latest project, FASHION BECOMES ART!, transforms clothing into display-worthy pieces, redefining the relationship between fashion and visual storytelling.

⏰Fri 1-8 pm / Sat 10 am-5 pm / Sun 10 am-4 pm
💲$5 entry for all-weekend access, kids under 12 get in for free
📍Main Level of the Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton ON
➡️Visit themakershand.com for a full list of exhibitors



Image 1: A vest in cool-toned fabric of all kinds is pictured on a white background. The Maker's Hand logo and 'GetFancy by APHUA' is at top left.
Image 2: An assortment of colourful butterfly-inspired pieces.
Image 3: A matching teal and wood bow and butterfly scrunchie displayed in a black frame.
Image 4: A colourful assortment of butterfly-inspired pieces, some in gift boxes.

Eve and Chris Harvey of Besom offer a modern take on the traditional craft of broom making, creating handmade brooms, br...
11/03/2025

Eve and Chris Harvey of Besom offer a modern take on the traditional craft of broom making, creating handmade brooms, brushes and dustpans using traditional techniques with locally-sourced wood.

Blending fibre arts and woodcraft, Besom is rooted in tradition, functional beauty, and a commitment to sustainability. Their work invites a deeper connection to the natural world, and by using natural plant fibres and foraged wood from Prince Edward County, the pair ensure that each broom and brush carries a piece of the County's unique character.

“By embracing these natural materials, we respect the Earth and its resources, while also creating products that are built to last,” they say. “Each broom is a testament to the value of quality, intentionality, and sustainability.”

Each broom and whisk is hand-tied using traditional techniques, honouring the land and time-tested methods to blend traditional craft with timeless design. The end product serves both a practical and aesthetic purpose, built to last far into the future.

See Eve and Chris at The Maker’s Hand this weekend, November 7th-9th in its new location at the County Arts Lab in the heart of Picton, in beautiful Prince Edward County. Experience and take home work by emerging and established artists from Ontario and Quebec! With 60% of artists being new to the show this year plus returning favourites, there’s bound to be something for everyone - whether you’re searching for that perfect gift, or just looking to treat yourself.

⏰Fri 1-8 pm / Sat 10 am-5 pm / Sun 10 am-4 pm
💲$5 entry for all-weekend access, kids under 12 get in for free
📍Main Level of The Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton ON
➡️Visit themakershand.com for a full list of exhibitors



Image 1: Eve tying a broom. The Maker's Hand logo & 'Besom' are at top left.
Image 2: Brooms and brushes arranged in Besom's shop & studio.
Image 3: A display of whisks with various colours of handles.
Image 4: A brush and dustpan.

Anneke Allers of Allers Atelier offers contemporary jewellery inspired by the wild at heart, created for those who adore...
10/31/2025

Anneke Allers of Allers Atelier offers contemporary jewellery inspired by the wild at heart, created for those who adore unusual things.

For Anneke, designing jewellery stems from a lifelong awareness and pursuit of creating beauty. Originally from South Africa and trained as an interior architect, both aspects influence and inform her design aesthetic.

“When designing my collections,” she says, “I aim to create pieces that test the boundaries of what we consider a jewellery piece should look like to be comfortable and wearable. I believe in creating work that is unique and timeless, that can become an heirloom piece for a customer and carry their story over to the next generation.”

Anneke has always loved working with her hands, and discovered jewellery making at the age of seventeen. After practicing for over a decade as an architect in South Africa, she attended weekly classes at a local jewellery studio. Once she moved to Canada in 2016, she changed careers to fulfill her passion of creating unique beautiful objects with her hands. She launched Allers Atelier in 2023 and hasn’t looked back since.

See Anneke at The Maker’s Hand, November 7th-9th in its new location at the County Arts Lab in the heart of Picton, in beautiful Prince Edward County. Experience and take home work by emerging and established artists from Ontario and Quebec! With 60% of artists being new to the show this year plus returning favourites, there’s bound to be something for everyone - whether you’re searching for that perfect gift, or just looking to treat yourself.

⏰Fri 1-8 pm / Sat 10 am-5 pm / Sun 10 am-4 pm
💲$5 entry for all-weekend access, kids under 12 get in for free
📍Main Level of The Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton ON
➡️Visit themakershand.com for a full list of exhibitors



Image 1: Anneke working in her studio. The Maker's Hand logo and "Allers Atelier" are towards the top right.
Image 2: Two circular silver pendants with dotted indents.
Image 3: A silver ring on a hand with a black and blue stone inset.
Image 4: A pair of dangling earrings.

Join us for The Maker’s Hand this November 7th-9th, 2025 in its new location at the County Arts Lab in Picton! Experienc...
10/30/2025

Join us for The Maker’s Hand this November 7th-9th, 2025 in its new location at the County Arts Lab in Picton! Experience and take home one-of-a-kind handmade work by both emerging and established artists from Ontario and Quebec! With 60% of artists being new to the show this year plus returning favourites, there’s something for everyone - whether you’re searching for that perfect gift, or just looking to treat yourself.

Tamila Lesov is the founder and creative director behind TJ Indigo Clothing Co., creating natural indigo shibori-dyed clothing and accessories that combine modern comfort with timeless quality and style.

Tamila offers up "slow fashion” by crafting each piece in small batches from premium natural fabrics, using low-impact dyes, and utilizing local fabric manufacturers and suppliers.

TJ Indigo Clothing Co. is an award-winning one-of-a-kind clothing brand designed, sewn and hand-dyed in Toronto since 2015. Having grown up in a family of artists and trained in academic drawing and figurative work, Tamila’s creations stand at the intersection of multiple influences, from the structure of classical training, the energy of abstract expressionism, and the passion for detail of Japanese craft.

“I believe in beauty that reveals process, folds, stitches, and dye marks that cannot be repeated, only recorded,” she says. “Each piece is an expression of authenticity and imperfection, offering not just a garment or textile but a reminder of the dialogue between tradition, experimentation, and individuality.”

⏰Fri 1-8 pm / Sat 10 am-5 pm / Sun 10 am-4 pm
💲$5 entry for all-weekend access, kids under 12 get in for free
📍Main Level of the Picton Armoury, 206 Main Street, Picton ON
➡️Visit themakershand.com for a full list of exhibitors



Image 1: An indigo jacket on a hanger. The Maker's Hand logo and "TJ Indigo Clothing Co." are at top left.
Image 2: A model wearing an indigo T-shirt.
Image 3: A multi-coloured patchwork crewneck sweater on a hanger.
Image 4: A model wearing a light and dark indigo robe.

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