Trash ‘n’ Treasure Art Bazaar 2014

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Our second Trash ‘n’ Treasure Art Bazaar at Festival of Thrift 2014 at Lingfield Point, Darlington, was a great success. The festival had approx. 40,000 visitors over Sat 27th and Sun 28th September. Our event took place in Yarn, Lingfield House, which is a fantastic Art deco style building on the outside with contemporary design on the inside.

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As part of Trash ‘n’ Treasure we had artist stalls – selling part used or second hand artist materials, equipment and books, DIY demos – artists showing how to make tools and materials in thrifty way, ‘How To’ guide – instructions and tips on ‘Coke Can Calligraphy nibs’, Rubber stamp carving, Home made paint, Paper pulp, Recycled leather journal covers, Salt dough.

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The third part of the event was the ‘Gallery of Forgotten Art’ and auction, with guest auctioneers Tea Ladies, Jean & Morag.  The aim behind the gallery and auction was to get old and/or forgotten artworks out from under beds, attics and corners of artist’s studio and find loving homes for them.

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Comments from visitors to Trash ‘n’ Treasure Art Bazaar

Great demonstrations and ‘How To’ guides – that will be keeping us busy!

Fab! Didn’t see the demo for the Coke can nibs – but having seen the ‘How to’ guide – you’ve made a budget strapped art teacher very happy! Thanks

Fantastic to be able to get loads of great arts and crafts stuff for my niece – re-using and re-cycling. Thank you!!

It’s very enlightening and inspiring event! I Really love it and had a great day here

The demo was amazing! going to give it a try at home

A real Treasure Trove, great atmosphere – more of this please!

Thanks to everyone who came along, lent a hand,  and took part as well as the artists who shared their knowledge with us for the demos and ‘How To’ guide.