New Vancouver Convention centre~One of a kind.
"Fantastic show! It was a lovely, relaxed and beautiful experience!
I thought the set up and overall layout was fantastic with a great variety
of items that were unique and befitting the One of a Kind title.
What a great concept.
The One of a Kind Show is Canada's finest craft show, bringing innovative artists,
craftspeople, and designers together to share their unique creations with the rest of the world.
With a proud focus on homegrown talent, our shows bring together the best of Canada,
for a personal shopping experience like no other.
SHOW HISTORY
Similar to most brilliant ideas,
the One of a Kind Show was born out of a simple desire for something more.
Premiering at Toronto's Queen Elizabeth Building in December 1975,
the "craft show" was the brainchild of Steven Levy, Martin Rumack and June Bibby.
June (herself an artisan) couldn't find a place to sell her work before Christmas,
so the three friends decided to create their own holiday shopping venue.
After a great deal of leg work and countless all-nighters,
the trio launched the first One of a Kind Show,
which encompassed 25 000 square feet and 80 participants.
Sherry~
The One of a Kind concept expanded in 1979 to include the One of a Kind Show
(Toronto) and again in 2001 with the One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago.
Attracting over 200 000 visitors annually,
our two Toronto shows have become a
Canadian shopping tradition for those in search of the unique, handcrafted and the fantastic.
Launched in 2008, the One of a Kind Show Vancouver continues the established brand, professionalism and extraordinary experience with west coast flair.
Meet and holiday shop for exceptional gifts from more than 200 of North America's best contemporary creators, artists and artisans.
The One of a Kind Christmas Show, One of a Kind Spring Show,
One of a Kind Show Vancouver, Interior Design Show,
Interior Design Show West and IIDEX/NeoCon Canada are a family of events that produce the most innovative trade shows in the country. Collectively,
we are known as MMPI Canada.
MERCHANDISE MART PROPERTIES INC.
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. is one of the largest trade show producers in the world.
Our impressive list of events includes Art Chicago™, the Chicago Antiques Fair™,
and the Architectural Digest Home Design Show. Based out of Chicago, Illinois,
the Merchandise Mart building itself is known internationally as an architectural gem,
bringing together wholesalers, retailers and consumers for more than 75 years.
For a complete list of events,
please visit www.merchandisemart.com.
COME FOR THE SHOW.
COME BACK FOR THE CUSTOMERS.
People love the show. The One of a Kind Show and Sale serves up the largest consumer turnout for an artistian show in Canada, with over 200,000 qualified shoppers attending annually in Toronto.
And show their love. The One of a Kind Show presents a vibrant shopping event that has brought devoted attendees and exhibitors back, year-after-year, since 1975. The show has been so popular with its loyal audience in Toronto that a Spring show was added to the schedule in 1979 and another venue was added in Chicago, in 2001, Vancouver in 2008 now New York in 2009.
Returning for year two, One of a Kind Vancouver presents an extraordinary shopping experience showcasing exceptional artists from across North America creating a vibrant event unlike any other!
info from ~
http://oneofakindvancouver.com/index.php
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This holiday find everything you need under one roof at the One of a Kind Show and Sale.
250 of North America's most talented artists &
designers will showcase unique gift ideas for everyone on your list.
Loved it....looking forward to this year's show!
Very friendly atmosphere; great to meet the artists;
great that you had resting places; I really enjoyed the show!
"I was impressed overall and especially with the variety of different items.
I really enjoyed myself, as did my friends who attended with me
and we will definitely be back again next year!"
New Vancouver Convention centre~One of a kind.
Show Information:
WHEN:
THURSDAY December 9 to SUNDAY December 12, 2010
THURSDAY to SATURDAY 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
SUNDAY 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
WHERE:
The New Vancouver Convention Centre
1055 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3
TICKETS:
Adults $10.00
Seniors (65+) $6.50
Students (13-17) $6.50
Children (12 and under) Free
info from http://oneofakindvancouver.com/
2010.12.10
