CUMBRIAN art and crafts are in the spotlight next weekend in one of the most sought after creative gatherings of the festive season. Once again the prestigious Craft Market Kendal returns to the Brewery Arts Centre, and organiser and artist Jan Huntley Peace emphasises that the three-day event is much more than an art and craft fair: "We work hard to provide something special," explains Jan. "And especially this year with over half of our 36 exhibitors being new to the event. We are so excited at being able to bring new and exciting artists and craftspeople to Kendal especially for the festive season. Exhibitors are selected for their high levels of expertise in a particular medium. While we welcome back regulars such as Rebecca Callis, Gwen Bainbridge and James Hake its fantastic to introduce ceramicists Sarah Villeneau and Mile-Moore Ceramics for the first time as well as the unique David Wilson from the Light Engineering Company with amazing lighting and clock projects." Also among those featured in the seductive showcase of art and craft ware are Morag Macpherson, with her limited edition textiles and art wear, Ellie Chaney, showing papercuts and prints and Kim Tillyer who uses cyano printing to create bespoke paper and textiles design. There will also be workshops and demonstrations by Judith Fauvret, Priscilla Edwards, Christine Stanford and James Mitchell. Runs from Friday until Sunday, November 23-25 with live music on the Friday evening. Open Friday, 5.30pm-8.30pm; Saturday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, noon-5pm.