Silent Auction

Three community minded businesses of the Crowsnest Pass have joined together to organize a Plate Auction in support of our local Food Bank. The plates are glazed and fired at Val's Ceramics by Design with the assistance of Val. The plates then move to Stone's Throw Cafe in Blairmore where they are displayed together with Silent Auction Sheets until March 31; they then are moved to Complex Skin in Blairmore where they stay until the bidding is closed on Monday April 13 complete with a coffee party at that location. Drop by these locations and place a bid on these wonderfully designed plates by volunteers of local community organizations - say Hi to Jessica, Lisa and Val.

This is one of the many Asian bisque pieces Val has in her studio for students to finish; or have Val design one for you.

Getting ready for Spring

Val's studio is just humming as we get ready for spring - all the spring/summer greenware is in. We have 20' of spring and summer project suggestions that will fit in any outdoor decor. Kids Club is running again, so call Val or check out http://valsceramics.com for details.
It's still snowy in the Crowsnest Pass, but that's a great time to do some spring planning!

Christmas 2008

Well, it's almost here for another year! The sun is shining in the Crowsnest Pass and it's about -22C. I hear there is almost enough snow for the groomer to get out there and get the trails ready for the snowmobilers, cross country skiiers, etc. Winter has indeed come to the Pass! I still have a couple of firings before my students are ready for Christmas - no pressure; right??

Anyhow, for you bloggers, from my house to yours have a happy, healthy and safe Christmas season!

2008 Custom work done!

Oh my gosh! I can't believe I've actually finished all the 2008 custom work I had lined up for Christmas deliveries - now for 2009!
And, to top that off, the sun is actually shining in the beautiful Crowsnest Pass; the snow has stopped and no (dare I even type this??) wind - there I said it.

10 days til Christmas

With only ten days until Christmas you still have time to purchase a ceramic piece from Val's Ceramics by Design, or a gift certificate is always nice.
Drop by the Studio located at 1318 - 85 Street in Coleman. You can also purchase merchandise created by Val's Ceramics by Design at the following Crowsnest Pass locations: Crowsnest Pass Allied Arts Association & public art gallery, Frank; Crowsnest Museum & Gift Shop, Coleman; Copy Magic, Blairmore and Complex Skin, Blairmore.
Phone Val for more information: 403-563-5640