Christmas Fair 2024
Sunday 1st December 11-5
Bratwurst, mince pies, Mulled wine
Stall holders & photos below!
Diana Fitzpatrick -
Artist living and working in Northumberland. Specialising in printmaking and stained glass, monoprints, linocuts, Christmas decorations & cards
Jacqueline Sisson Jewellery
Silver jewellery from both traditional methods and the medium of Art Clay Silver.
In Jacquelines designs you will find echoes of the Northumbrian coast & countryside from where she draws her inspiration
Borders Pottery -
Ceramic Christmas decorations, candle holders, tea lights & cards! Borders Pottery is a Social Enterprise using the positive mental health benefits of pottery & creativity to help those in need.
Hannah Forsyth -
Landscape & seascape monotype artist, large & small original works of art for sale
Mekka Design -
Inspired by my cultural travels, natural forms found in nature and my love for fashion and design, Mekka Jewellery pieces are born. The jewellery pieces are an amalgam of old and new, where the North, South and East meets the modern West. I use ethically sourced gemstones, carefully selected during my travels and from gemstone shops, but you will also find beautiful stones and beads in my designs that have been repurposed from vintage jewellery, all this combined with new, high quality, jewellery components.
Natalie Henderson
Driftwood house, ceramics & sea glass Jewellery
Nikky D'Aguilar
Nikky d’Aguilar is a local artist who forages and presses seaweed from the beaches at Newton by the Sea. The incredible diversity of colour , texture and shape make them a wonderful collection of botanical art for your home . All are logged with a hand written description and location along with signature.
Alnwick Soap Company
We hand-craft simple, beautiful, vegan soap, skin and bath products that are packed with natural ingredients and are free from harsh sulphates, artificial additives and plastic packaging. Using blends of essential oils and botanicals we draw inspiration from the magnificent Northumberland countryside to produce incredible aromas that stimulate and restore the senses.
Ginger House Garden
"We work in harmony with the seasons to create natural and garden inspired floral design. We grow an abundance of flowers in our cutting garden for workshops, intimate weddings and gorgeous gatherings. We also harvest and dry flowers every year in order to extend our flower season. Our cutting garden and studio is nestled on the border of Northumberland and the Scottish Borders, just outside of Berwick-upon-Tweed.
We will be bringing a selection of fresh Christmas wreaths, dried flowers, and a selection of floral gift ideas to the Christmas Fair.”
Oliver Lodge
Budding young photographer.
Oliver spends a lot of time on the beach at Low Newton and when he can out on the Sea!
He is selling his work to raise funds for his World Challenge trip to Namibia in 2026.
Duchess Community High School stall -
cards, gift tags & home baked goodies!
Suggested entrance donation of £1.00 for BOOST charity working in partnership with Duchess Community High School
@gingerhousegarden
@nataliehenderson.craftcourses
@alnwicksoapco
@mekka_design
@nikkydaguilarart
@boostdchs
@forsyth_studio4
@borderspottery
@jacquelinsisson2018
@diana.fitzpatrick
Christmas Fair 2023
£540 raised for BOOST charity working in partnership with Duchess Community High School
Fabulous stall holders........
Diana Fitzpatrick -
Artist living and working in Northumberland. Specialising in printmaking and stained glass, monoprints, linocuts, christmas decorations & cards
Forage Lifestyle
foraged from makers, artisans & small businesses around the uk,
a curated collection of homeware & lifestyle pieces
Jacqueline Sisson Jewellery
Silver jewellery from both traditional methods and the medium of Art Clay Silver.
In Jacquelines designs you will find echoes of the Northumbrian coast & countyside from where she draws her inspiration
Jill Stewart
I specialise in making small lovely objects by hand from unusual combinations of metals, usually jewellery or small clocks. I work in etched copper and brass, with silver and titanium. When I heat them this creates colours on the metal, and I use my experience to get just the right effect. Each time they will come out a little different, looking handmade and unique. I think of my jewellery and clocks like illustrations you can wear or use to decorate your home.
I was brought up in the Northumbrian countryside, and natural things – flowers, birds, colour and beauty are what I like best. I think of the things I make as being like illustrations in metal, and I like to have fun with colour!
A Bit on The Side -
Lovely Libby’s homemade Northumbrian chutneys, jams and preserves - yum!
Borders Pottery -
Ceramic Christmas decorations, candle holders, tea lights & cards! Borders Pottery is a Social Enterprise using the positive mental health benefits of pottery & creativity to help those in need.
Stable Stems
local florist, Stable Stems located in Longhoughton bringing festive cheer with carefully crafted Christmas wreaths and wreath kits.
Hannah Forsyth -
Landscape & seascape monotype artist, large & small original works of art for sale
Duchess Community High School stall -
cards, gift tags & home baked goodies!
Suggested entrance donation of £1.00 for BOOST charity working in partnership with Duchess Community High School
We will also be selling raffle tickets and all stall holders donated stall fees,
to The Duchess High School Hardship Fund
Boost Charity is a registered charity which exists to support student’s learning by providing facilities and resources which would not otherwise be available. The Trust’s current priorities are to remove barriers to learning, provide new learning opportunities and enhance the learning environment.
In the last year, the Trust has established a new breakfast project, supported lunchtime clubs, provided classroom resources, brought new experiences and organisations into school and much more. The partnership between DCHS and the charity adds value to children’s experiences in school and supports all our students to achieve their potential.
BOOST - Building Opportunities for Our Studens Together
@boostdchs
boost-dchs.org
The Trust’s income is from grants, donations and fundraising activities. It is managed by a board of trustees who are parents, former students, school staff and members of the community.
£540 raised for BOOST charity working in partnership with Duchess Community High School
Fabulous stall holders........
Diana Fitzpatrick -
Artist living and working in Northumberland. Specialising in printmaking and stained glass, monoprints, linocuts, christmas decorations & cards
Forage Lifestyle
foraged from makers, artisans & small businesses around the uk,
a curated collection of homeware & lifestyle pieces
Jacqueline Sisson Jewellery
Silver jewellery from both traditional methods and the medium of Art Clay Silver.
In Jacquelines designs you will find echoes of the Northumbrian coast & countyside from where she draws her inspiration
Jill Stewart
I specialise in making small lovely objects by hand from unusual combinations of metals, usually jewellery or small clocks. I work in etched copper and brass, with silver and titanium. When I heat them this creates colours on the metal, and I use my experience to get just the right effect. Each time they will come out a little different, looking handmade and unique. I think of my jewellery and clocks like illustrations you can wear or use to decorate your home.
I was brought up in the Northumbrian countryside, and natural things – flowers, birds, colour and beauty are what I like best. I think of the things I make as being like illustrations in metal, and I like to have fun with colour!
A Bit on The Side -
Lovely Libby’s homemade Northumbrian chutneys, jams and preserves - yum!
Borders Pottery -
Ceramic Christmas decorations, candle holders, tea lights & cards! Borders Pottery is a Social Enterprise using the positive mental health benefits of pottery & creativity to help those in need.
Stable Stems
local florist, Stable Stems located in Longhoughton bringing festive cheer with carefully crafted Christmas wreaths and wreath kits.
Hannah Forsyth -
Landscape & seascape monotype artist, large & small original works of art for sale
Duchess Community High School stall -
cards, gift tags & home baked goodies!
Suggested entrance donation of £1.00 for BOOST charity working in partnership with Duchess Community High School
We will also be selling raffle tickets and all stall holders donated stall fees,
to The Duchess High School Hardship Fund
Boost Charity is a registered charity which exists to support student’s learning by providing facilities and resources which would not otherwise be available. The Trust’s current priorities are to remove barriers to learning, provide new learning opportunities and enhance the learning environment.
In the last year, the Trust has established a new breakfast project, supported lunchtime clubs, provided classroom resources, brought new experiences and organisations into school and much more. The partnership between DCHS and the charity adds value to children’s experiences in school and supports all our students to achieve their potential.
BOOST - Building Opportunities for Our Studens Together
@boostdchs
boost-dchs.org
The Trust’s income is from grants, donations and fundraising activities. It is managed by a board of trustees who are parents, former students, school staff and members of the community.
@jillstewartworks
@foragelifestyle
@stablestemsvelda
At the Christmas Fair 2022 monies raised for The Duchess School Hardship Fund £425!!!!
Mekka Design - Inspired by my cultural travels, natural forms found in nature and my love for fashion and design, Mekka Jewellery pieces are born.The jewellery pieces are an amalgam of old and new, where the North, South and East meets the modern West. I use ethically sourced gemstones, carefully selected during my travels and from gemstone shops, but you will also find beautiful stones and beads in my designs that have been repurposed from vintage jewellery, all this combined with new, high quality, jewellery components.
Teasel & Twine - sustainable florals sown, grown & created in Northumberland
Nikky D'Aguilar - painter Inspired by the stunning coastline, my aim is to capture what I feel more than what I actually see - energy, light, colour & movement all come together to give me a feeling that I am compelled to transfer to the canvas. I work fast, creating many different layers and always covering the whole canvas in one sitting, so that I can work the paint while it's still wet.
Diana Fitzpatrick - Artist living and working in Northumberland. Specialising in printmaking and stained glass, monoprints, linocuts, christmas decorations & cards
A Bit on The Side - Lovely Libby’s homemade Northumbrian chutneys, jams and preserves - yum!
Borders Pottery - Ceramic Christmas decorations, candle holders, tea lights & cards! Borders Pottery is a Social Enterprise using the positive mental health benefits of pottery & creativity to help those in need.
Hannah Forsyth - Monoprint artist
Duchess Community High School stall - cards, gift tags & home baked goodies!
We will also be selling raffle tickets and all stall holders donated stall fees, to The Duchess High School Hardship Fund
The Duchess’s High School Trust is a registered charity which exists to support student’s learning by providing facilities and resources which would not otherwise be available. The Trust’s current priorities are to remove barriers to learning, provide new learning opportunities and enhance the learning environment.
In the last year, the Trust has established a new breakfast project, supported lunchtime clubs, provided classroom resources, brought new experiences and organisations into school and much more. The partnership between DCHS and the charity adds value to children’s experiences in school and supports all our students to achieve their potential. You can keep up to date with Trust activities on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@TrustDCHS).
The Trust’s income is from grants, donations and fundraising activities. It is managed by a board of trustees who are parents, former students, school staff and members of the community.
@teaselandtwine
@trustdchs
