Artisan Alley and Food Trucks | Days of Yore Festival | July 30 and July 31, 2022 in Didsbury Alberta | Mountain View Arts Society

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The Mountain View Arts Society has been bringing musicians and artists to Didsbury, and showcasing locals since 2011. The 6th edition of Days of Yore takes place July 30 and July 31, 2022 in Didsbury Alberta, and we know that our region has an incredible wealth of artistic talent.

Days of Yore features artisans from Mountain View County and the surrounding region, but a very special artist - artisans who specialize in creating heritage arts and traditional crafts in keeping with the character of this festival.

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Look Who's Coming!

Zoltan Gal and Replica Guns Very happy to see the return of Jess Willard from Zoltan Gal and Replica Guns. If you are a collector of western revolvers and flintlocks, you will be amazed at the absolutely incredible workmanship of these historically accurate weapons. And ZoltanGal brings pop culture toys and collectibles your kids will love - fairy figurines and movie lovers action figures! Replica Guns Website Zoltan Gal Website

Rude and Rustic Metalworks We're excited to welcome Rude and Rustic Metalworks this year as they are bringing you some hand forged items. From Didsbury, Bubba will be bringing primitive corkscrews, maybe some sgian-dubh (small skinning knives), and some Ulus (the tool Inuit women use for skinning and cleaning fish). Make sure you come see the set up of his forge and anvil for live demos. Instagram

Shining Brow Mark Hennekam is a crowd favourite, with his hand painted clothing and keepsakes. His style is Celtic, Norse, and even Mystical (framed art). Shining Brow Designs has been Mark's creative pursuit for almost 30 years. He uses a variety of designs, and hand paints them on clothing, some jean jackets, some hand painted appliqued cloaks, and others. You may have seen him at different events around Alberta including the Red Deer Highland Games. Instagram

Wild Dog Armoury Wait till you see what Cassandra from Wild Dog Armoury is bringing to Days of Yore! She has Leather Armour, cuirass, vambraces, greaves, pauldrons, masks, bags, pouches, and even blacksmithing shawl pins! The stitched leather cuffs are quite affordable and the finishing touch to your unique costume. Chris' forged art includes a metal magic wand with brass brushing - beautiful workmanship. Website \| Facebook

Kelly Beads Always happy to see a talented artist from right here at home, and that's who you'll be visiting with when you come see Kelly Ketchum, a Didsbury artisan who does bead jewellery and art work. One of a kind creations - even does custom beadwork, so come visit Kelly at Days of Yore and have a chat.

Empathic Wytness Tracy Here's something a little new for Days of Yore - Empathic Wytness Tracy Loeppky from Didsbury will be bringing her talents in energy healing, empathic coaching, and as a clairvoyant psychic reader. Tracy also does rune readings, which take us back to the days of Odin and the Vikings. Tracy will be an unique addition to our living history festival and the cultural traditions of bygone eras. She may just assist you in figuring out your personal path. Website \| Facebook

Dragon Forge Armoury Dragon Forge Armoury is coming to Didsbury all the way from Yellowhead County. Hazel's booth will be full of scale and chainmaille: jewellery, armour, novelties, accessories and more. Then there's Melissa, who loves working with the delicate intricacies of Swarovski pendants, and the subtle ombres their hand-anodized niobium produces. From fun costumes and accessories to romantic bridal sets and gifts, you'll probably find exactly what you're looking for! Website \| Facebook

Dragonfly Jewels You may have seen Tammy at Spruce Meadows or Westerner Park, but now you get to see her Dragonfly Jewels 'N More in person at Days of Yore! She'll have Anklets, Arm Cuffs, Aromatherapy Jewellery, Bookmarks, Bracelets, Candles with hidden jewels, Car Smellies, Ear Cuffs, Earrings and much more! You can even talk to Tammy about her support of "The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer". Website \| Facebook

Opalulu Products This is going to be such a great addition to Days of Yore that Ben will be filling TWO booths! He's coming with handmade wooden lawn games like Kubb (a Viking lawn game), weathered wood candle holders, timber benches and picnic tables. There will also be work made with ancient whole grains - emmer wheat, spelt (another hulled wheat that has been cultivated since approximately 5000 BC), wheat Viking chairs and shields, feather pens, candy sticks and various turned wood items. Website

The Emperor's Bodyguard Calling all collectors! You're going to love your visit at The Emperor's Bodyguard booth. It'll be full of quality old military toys from 1900 and beyond - with something for everyone: Knights, Vikings, Civil War, lead, plastic, composition and pewter. Have a chat with Stephen about his work on "The Halifax Explosion", and "Passchendaele".

Didsbury Municipal Library Always so happy to have one of our signature partners join in on the fun! Visit the Didsbury Library at Days of Yore, as they step back in time when the prairie grass was long and summer days were filled with simple pleasures. Take a moment in the shade to make a historical folk yarn doll with our friends. Website Facebook

Tarot Reader YYC Joyce Crierie, Tarot Reader YYC, is joining Days of Yore for the first time and we are very pleased with what she is bringing to Didsbury. Besides tarot readings, Joyce also has crystals, candles, jewellery, incense, books, tarot cards, and many other items. Joyce is an internationally sought after Tarot Reader who uses Tasseography (tea leaves), Pendulum Reading, Aura Reading, and Encaustic Art. Website

BBB Honey Farm Here's a really sweet deal for you! Coming all the way from Alhambra, BBB Honey Farm is bringing bottled mead (honey wine), honey, bath and body products like lotions, scrubs, and soaps all made with wax/honey. There's also candles, soaps, maple syrup, and yes, even honey straws! Louise and Wade work together to make sure the products from the hive are ready for you to buzz away with. They would love it if you buzzed by their booth at Days of Yore! Website \| Facebook

Jeff Powers Illustration You will truly enjoy the amazing illustrations, paintings, and drawings that Jeff Powers is bringing to Days of Yore. A classically trained illustrator and artist, he has been creating artwork that ranges from the dark and macabre art of book and CD covers, to the sublime beauty of landscapes and animal paintings. Jeff has his art on dice bags, colouring books, stickers, T-shirts, pins, and magnets, so the kids will be excited to see what cool things he has as well! Website \| Facebook

Halia's Helium Events Children love creativity! Children love fun! And quite simply, children love beauty! And that's what they're going to get at Days of Yore with our fabulous face painters! Kids have such great imaginations and getting their faces painted helps them "get into character" for the rest of the day. They'll walk around and show off their colourful faces and go home feeling so good! So plan to include facepainting by Halia's Helium Events in your visit this weekend. They've got many different designs for your kids to choose from - and you can get your face painted as well! Halia's Helium Events is a mother/daughter run company based in Innisfail. They offer helium Balloon Bouqets, garlands, archways and all decor balloons. Facebook

Woodlander Crafts This will be Angela's first time at Days of Yore, and you're in for a real treat! Wait till you check out all her fairy-themed woodland driftwood characters. You'll see hand-crafted fairy gardens, dreamcatchers, wind chimes, peacock feathers, and creatures made with beautiful stones. Facebook

Food Trucks - Mmmm good!!

Funny thing about people - they like to have fabulous food when they go to fabulous festivals. So, that's what we offer - great food from some great food trucks! Our Food Trucks are selected by committee and sent invitations to participate. We are very pleased to have found two "mmm good" local food trucks: Grillz Weenie Wagon and The Mini Donut Factory. Hot dogs, tornadoes, poutine, and lots of special summer treats!

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