Category: arts & crafts

El Mercadillo Inglés

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mercado inglesWhenever I wander down Calle Acetres on my way home I remember the time I had to find an old glass shop when years ago one of my windowpanes broke and my landlord wouldn’t replace it. Well today I passed by the old shop only to discover it was no longer there and the delightful high ceilinged space had been recently taken over by a colourful and chaotic emporium called El Mercadillo Inglés (so-called because a lot of its stock comes from the UK). I can’t even begin to list the variety of things you can find here, both first and second hand, but I think it’s safe to say there something for everybody.

I had a nice chat with co-owner Marta Nuñez, a Sevillana who used to live in England and who now runs the shop along with partners Patricia Toscano and Santiago Toscano. They also have a section offering fabrics from their other local business Entretelas. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift this looks like a good bet.

El Mercadillo Inglés
Acetres 8
Sevilla

Rompemoldes Días Europeos

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rompemoldes dias europeosWhen I first visited Rompemoldes Creative Craft Space a couple of weeks ago I was told about the “Días Europeos” open house planned for this weekend and have been looking forward to going. Most of the workspaces will be open to the public so it’s a great opportunity to see this modern version of a corral de vecinos “in action”.

There are workshops and demonstrations planned both days and I’m very interested in seeing the Gastromoldes event on Saturday as that studio wasn’t open during my last visit. There will also be guest artisans showing their work along with the resident artists.

Looks like the weather is going to cooperate as well!

Días Europeos
Rompemoldes
Espacio de Creación Artesanal
April 5th & 6th
Calle San Luís 70

You can see the programme of activities below…
(click on images to enlarge)

rompemoldres programa días europeos 1

rompemoldes programa días europeos 2

Made in Sevilla

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hecho en sevilla 2013
v hecho en sevillaThe 5th edition of the Hecho en Sevilla
(Made in Sevilla) Craft Fair starts today!

Sponsored by the Federación de Artesanos de Sevilla (FAS) in collaboration with City Hall and Sevilla Tourism, this year 23 artisans will have a wide selection of their hand-made crafts on display. Show your support for local talent and at the same time pick up some unique gifts or a treat for yourself.

Calle Fray Ceferino González
(between the Cathedral & Archivo de Indias)
3 – 15 April, 2013
10.30 – 2.30 / 5.00 – 8.30

Rompemoldes

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rompemoldesYesterday I finally got over to visit Rompemoldes, which opened last November. It’s a bright modern space just off calle San Luís where local artists and artesans live and work, reminiscent of Sevilla’s old “corrales de vecinos”. The ground floor studios and shops open onto a large plant-filled patio, which is also used for special events such as concerts and workshops. Apartments are located on the first and second floors, some with rooftop terraces. I think it’s a great concept, having your workspace and home together, and also having like-minded neighbours. And the people I spoke to were all very enthusiastic about this new initiative.

There are general opening hours but individual studios may not always be open to the public. Some have shops to sell their art and crafts, others work strictly on commission. So each visit you can find something different.

There is going to be an “open house” weekend April 5-7 and I’m told that on Saturday the 6th most, if not all, of the studios will be open and there will be food & drink on offer too. Check the Rompemoldes Facebook Page for all upcoming events. You can also ask to be put on their emailing list to stay in the loop.

Rompemoldes
San Luís 70
10.00 – 14.00 / 17.00 – 20.00 Monday – Friday
10.00 – 14.00 Saturday