Handicraft exhibitions, shops, and yard markets
Discover bobbin lace and find unique treasures at yard markets! During lace week, the city is full of handicraft shops, inspiring handicraft exhibitions and interesting pop-up stores.
Handicraft exhibitions
Rauman Nyplääjät ry: Rauma bobbin lace tradition past and present
Open:
Sat 20.7. 10.00–14.00
Sun 21.7. 10.00–16.00
Mon-Thu 22.–25.7. 10.00–18.00
Fri 26.7. 10.00–20.00
Sat 27.7. 10.00–16.00
Sun 28.7. 10.00–14.00
The exhibition ‘Rauma Bobbin Lace Tradition: Past and Present’ by Rauman Nyplääjät ry. In addition to traditional lace, the exhibition features bobbin lace equipment from different eras. There is also non-stop bobbin lace making and items for sale.
Poselli Culture House, Nortamonkatu 12
More information: Nyplääjät ry
Pitsikeskus Emelia: Paths of Lace
Open:
Sat 20.7. 10.00–14.00
Sun 21.7. 10.00–16.00
Mon-Thu 22.–25.7. 10.00–18.00
Fri 26.7. 10.00–20.00
Sat 27.7. 10.00–16.00
Sun 28.7. 10.00–14.00
The exhibition ‘Paths of Lace’ by Pitsikeskus Emelia ry. It features, among others, the work of the 2023 Bobbin Lace Maker of the Year, Helena Orava, as well as thick-thread works by Sirkka Salomaa.
Poselli Culture House, Nortamonkatu 12
More information: Pitsikeskus Emelia
My life’s quote – Modern wall boards, Virpi Erämaja
Open during Lace Week:
Mon-Thu 9.00–19.00
Fri 9.00–17.00
Sun 12.00–15.00
Traditionally, a home often featured an encouraging phrase or proverb painted on a black background or embroidered on linen. From this nearly lost tradition, new colorful wall boards have now emerged. The phrase is the recipient’s own important life quote, surrounded by their favorite wildflowers and colors
Rauma City Library, Alfredinkatu 1
More information: Rauma City Library
Felting exhibition – Seija Paavola
Open:
Sun-Sat 21.–27.7. 12.00–18.00
The exhibition features various felted works from over the years: hats, scarves, and other accessories, table runners, and wall textiles. Demonstrations will be provided when possible.
Pienen pieni Villakellari, Kukonkarinkatu 7
More information: seija.k.paavola@gmail.com
Handicrafts of the Kodisjoki Marthas
Open throughout the Lace Week 12.00–16.00
Inside Sepän Torppa, knitted handicrafts made by the Rauma adult education center during the winter, as well as various forest-related products, will be on display. In the yard, there is a short nature trail with activities. On Wednesday, July 24th, there will be willow crafting for children. The Martha’s coffee shop is open daily 12.00-16.00. The theme for the Martha’s in 2024 is the forest, and this summer’s exhibition will be built around it.
Sepän Torppa, Kodisjoentie 1449
More information: Kodisjoki Marthas
Meren huuhtomat ceramics exhibition
The Kaislaranta Design ceramics exhibition at Fagerström’s Cottage on Kuuskajaskari Island showcases a wide selection of ceramic works. Each piece is unique and carries a story of the sea and its distinctive impact on nature.
The exhibition is open during the Kuuskajaskari café’s opening hours.
Kuuskajaskari, Rauma
More information: Kuuskajaskari.fi kaislarantadesign@gmail.com
Rauma Martha Association hobby crafts exhibition
Open:
Mon-Fri 22.–26.7. 11.00–18.00
Rauma Martha Association hobby crafts exhibition is on display at the Parish Hall. A traditional coffeeshop will also open in the courtyard of the Holy Cross Church, and there will be daily activities for both children and adults in the yard.
Seurakuntatalo, Luostarinkatu 1
More information: raumanmarttayhdistysry@gmail.com
Shops and yard markets
Kajava – Lahja ja käsityö
Open:
Sat 20.7. 9.30-15.00
Sun 21.7. 11.00-15.00
Mon-Thu 22.–25.7. 9.30–18.00
Fri 26.7. 9.30–20.00
Sat 27.7. 9.30–15.00
Sun 28.7. 11.00–14.00
Rauma lace tablecloths, handkerchiefs, bookmarks, roses, lace candles, and napkins as well as bobbin lace supplies and linen fabrics. Also available for sale are various yarns and other handicraft supplies.
Kuninkaankatu 28
More information: Kajava – Lahja ja käsityö
Koti-Vakka yard market and Marimekko second hand
Marimekko second hand point is open throughout Lace Week according to Koti-Vakka’s opening hours. The yard market is open from Tuesday to Saturday.
At the yard market, you can find treasures from Home-Vakka. Affordable shirts, tunics, dresses, towels, bags, children’s clothes, and items… Many racks of last season’s clothing or a batch of discounted last items! At the second-hand point, there are used Marimekko treasures.
Koti-Vakka, Kauppakatu 9
More information: Koti-Vakka
Mantin Maailma yard market
Open every day throughout Lace Week starting at 10.00
Lively flea market atmosphere and local craft vendors. Craftsmen selling and showcasing their own products, including hand-dyed yarns with natural colors, felted textiles, jewelry, hand-sewn children’s and women’s clothing. Participating are Oupparallaa, Undreamt, Ruustenska, Pirkko Siekkinen, and Satasauma. Open as long as there are customers!
Mantin Maailman inner ward, Kuninkaankatu 30
More information: Mantin Maailma
Pits-Priia
Opening hours will be updated during the summer.
A lace shop offering a wide selection of lace doilies, trays, patterns, linen fabrics and threads, bobbin lace pillows, and other bobbin lace supplies.
Kauppakatu 29
More information: Pits-Priia
Purkki Aitta’s open garden and handicraft shop
Open:
Sat-sun 20.–21.7. 12.00–16.00
Mon-Thu 22.–25.7. 13.00–18.00
Fri 26.7. 12.00–20.00
Sat-Sun 27.–28.7. 12.00–16.00
In the rustic garden, you’ll find many beautiful details. Children can enjoy searching for the decorative animals in the yard. The charming Purkki Aitta handicraft shop offers local handmade items as well as flea market products.
Santtahkontie 1
More information: Purkki Aitta
Saima Visuals pop up
Open 20.–26.7.
Sat-Sun 10.00–16.00
Mon-Wed 12.00–16.00
Thu-Fri 10.00–16.00
Lovely accessories from Saima Visuals and Kangastus Design, ranging from jewelry to home decor and paper goods, are for sale. On Thursday, July 25th, join the Kangastus Design jewelry party, where you can design your own unique and locally-made earrings with a personal twist!
Mummolan luova huone, Isoraastuvankatu 8
More information: Saima Visuals
Other sights to see
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Info
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