This weekend
Home show: Get inspired to spruce up your home and garden at the Ottawa Home & Garden Show Saturday to Monday. From home improvement advice to garden care and landscape design, plus a talk by HGTV star Carson Arthur and more, find some 200 exhibitors on all things home at the EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Dr. Hours and admission prices vary, get details here.
Next week
Originals: If you love unique and handmade Canadian crafts, don’t miss the Originals spring craft sale March 31 to April 3 at the EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Dr. About 180 of Canada’s most talented artists, artisans, and designers will show off their wares, which include a large selection of home decor. Times and prices vary, get details here.
Coming
Art show: If you like fibre art, check out the annual Fibre Fling Show and Sale April 8 and 9. More than 40 local artists from Out of the Box will show works ranging from quilting and felting to beadwork, stitchery and wearable art. The $5 admission supports the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. April 8, with high tea in the afternoon, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 9 at the Kitchissippi United Church, 630 Island Park Dr. For details, call Rita at 613-723-7404 or visit out-of-the-box.org.
Great outdoors: Get inspiration for improving your outdoor space at The Cottage & Backyard Show April 8 to 10. HGTV star Paul Lafrance of Deck Wars is a featured speaker and you can check out a model cottage plus hundreds of outdoor products and services. It’s at the EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Dr. Prices and hours vary, get details here.
Email information about homes-related events to homes@ottawacitizen.com
