Northwest suburban crafts & bazaars

Craft shows, bazaars, rummage sales, farmers markets. Deadline is two weeks before event date.

Jan. 12

Kirk School Spring Showcase of Arts and Crafts: March 7 and 8, at the school, 520 S. Plum Grove Road, Palatine. Artists and crafters of original work only are being sought. Sponsored by Alpha Gamma Delta Alumnae and Parents and Teachers of Handicapped Students. Kathy, (847) 259-8749 or d.mazzocchi@comcast.net. Deadline for applications is Monday, Jan. 12.

Jan. 16

Beading class for adults: 10 a.m.-noon Thursday, Jan. 22, Beaded Elements, Barrington. Learn the crimping skills needed to create and string your own jewelry design. Participants will make a bracelet. $30-$32 includes transportation from the South Barrington Park District, 3 Tennis Club Lane, South Barrington, and all supplies. Registration due by Friday, Jan. 16. (847) 381-7515 or sbpd.net.

Jan. 24

Stamp Camp: 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Learn how to make hand stamped and decorated cards and envelopes using rubber stamps, cardstock, ink and embellishments. Class open to ages over 18. $20-$25, advance registration required. (630) 540-4834.

March 7

Spring fashion and gift show: The Schaumburg High School VIP Club invites vendors to participate in its Spring Fashion & Gift Show on March 7. They are seeking a variety of offerings such as jewelry, candles, handbags, accessories, fragrances, skin care as well as unique and whimsical gift ideas. 50 spaces are available. Two fashion shows will also be held during the event, featuring spring apparel and prom fashions sponsored by local retailers. Applications can be downloaded from the school Web site: www.shs.d211.org.

Fremd High School Spring Boutique: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 7, William Fremd High School, 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Over 180 crafters offering quality merchandise in a variety of media. Hosted by the Fremd Boosters Club, proceeds benefit sports programs and student organizations. Free parking and admission.

Sept. 12

Art Affair Around the Square: Sept. 12 and 13. Entries are being sought for this juried fine arts and craft show sponsored by the Palatine/Inverness Arts Council. For information or an application visit, palatineinvernessarts.org.