Artisans show off winter’s work at craft fairs

See what local arts and crafts entrepreneurs have been up to over the winter as they show off their wares at one of three craft sales this weekend, at various venues in Greater Victoria.

Metchosin hosts its Spring Fling Arts and Crafts sale Saturday and Sunday at the Metchosin Community Hall.

The sale traditionally is an opportunity to explore the wares produced by local crafters, who pride themselves on creating quality, affordable products.

Items for sale include fudge, jewelry, original art etchings, wooden garden boxes, natural beauty products, as well as children’s toys and clothing.

The food kiosk will serve up Galloping Goose sausages and local MyChosen pizzas.

The Consider the Lilies Fibre Arts show takes place at the same time at the old St. Mary’s Anglican Church.

The wild fawn lilies and shooting stars should be in full bloom in the old cemetery, too.

Admission to the sale is free. It runs 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Metchosin Community Hall, 4401 William Head Rd., Metchosin. Details on Facebook. The Juan de Fuca Arts and Crafts Guild is hosting its second annual Spring into Summer Craft Sale and Market, Saturday at the Esquimalt United Church.

Choose from handmade items from a variety of artisans, including jewelry, pottery, sewing, quilting and baking, along with aromatherapy, plants.

The Rainbow Kitchen will provide a concession.

Admission is free for the sale, which is also stroller- and wheelchair-friendly.

It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in the Wheeley Hall and Lounge of the Esquimalt United Church, 500 Admirals Rd.

For more information, go to Facebook.

Discover the creations and businesses of talented local women at Mompreneur at the Market, a craft-fair-style event at the Victoria Public Market at the Hudson on Sunday.

Vendors set up in the centre of the market will sell everything from handmade artwork to accessories, jewelry, children’s clothing, toys, sweet treats and more.

The market’s permanent vendors will be open to serve eat-in or take-out food.

The free event runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Hudson, 1701 Douglas St.

For more information, go to victoriapublicmarket.com.