Mark your calendar: The annual UCOP Winter Craft Fair will take place next week, on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. in the Oakland Franklin Lobby Foyer.

This is a fabulous opportunity to complete your holiday shopping with one-of-a-kind, unique gifts handmade by colleagues. This year’s vendors will include art, jewelry, décor, delicious treats and other fun gift ideas. Whether you’re shopping for family and friends — or for yourself — you won’t want to miss it!

Meet some of our creative colleagues

Brandi Beaudoin: Handmade pralines

Delicious pralines are the perfect gift for a loved one with a sweet tooth!

Elevate your winter indulgence with luxuriously handcrafted pralines, made in small batches with the finest ingredients and a touch of southern tradition. Each piece captures the perfect balance of rich caramel, buttery sweetness, and toasted pecans — an irresistible treat to gift or savor yourself. Visit Brandi Beaudoin at the Winter Craft Fair and experience the art of handmade confectionery at its finest: elegant, authentic and delicious.

Carolyn Mini: Stained Glass Ornaments & Sun-Catchers for Every Season

Carolyn Mini’s creative stained glass art has been a fixture at the UCOP Craft Fair for more than 20 years!

Carolyn Mini has proudly been a vendor at the UCOP Winter Craft Fair for over 20 years, first as a UCOP employee and now as a retiree. Each year, she delights visitors by selling her handmade stained glass tree ornaments and window sun-catchers. Carolyn shares, “I truly enjoy reconnecting with former UC colleagues and meeting new friends while showcasing my stained glass art.” Don’t miss your chance to see her beautiful creations and experience her passion firsthand!

Fredye Harms: Hand-decoupaged scallop shells

Decoupaged scallop shells by Fredeye Harms. They make unique and lovely ring dishes!

Discover the beauty of nature transformed into art. Each natural scallop shell is individually hand-decoupaged by artist Fredye Harms, creating elegant, coastal-inspired keepsakes perfect for décor or gifting. Explore many other designs at the UCOP Winter Craft Fair! At just $5 each or 3 for $12, these delightful bowls are an irresistible gift idea. Experience the beauty of the ocean — visit Fredye Harms at the Winter Craft Fair and check out her work that embodiess artistry, nature and timeless charm.

Shelly Hearne: Shell Bell’s Poppin Treats

Shell Bell’s Poppin Treats on display at a local vendor’s market. Craft fair visitors can enjoy handcrafted happiness, one sweet pop at a time!

Indulge in the ultimate treat experience with Shelly Hearne’s handcrafted candy apples, gourmet popcorn and colorful candy kabobs. Perfect for parties, gifts, or just because you deserve something sweet! Every bite pops with flavor, fun and a little bit of magic — made fresh, made local, made with love.

UC Legal: Assorted goods to benefit the Postpartum Support Center

UC Legal will offer a creative way to give back by selling an assortment of specialty goods, all of which will benefit the Postpartum Support Center.

The UC Legal team will be selling plants, baked goods, and handmade crafts — all to benefit families through the Postpartum Support Center. Offerings will include:

• Succulents and other easy-care plants to brighten your office or home
• A baked goods table featuring savory and sweet treats, including sourdough loaves, cappuccino brownies, oatmeal cranberry cookies and more — all homemade with love by UC Legal’s finest bakers.
• Unique handcrafted items — including mini tin can dioramas and sparkling sequin Christmas trees — made by your favorite lawyers just in time for the holiday season.

If you can’t attend the fair, you can join UC Legal’s donation by contacting Danielle Merida.

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