People at a craft sale perusing a table filled with various plants

January 30, 2024

Find special gifts for yourself or others at SIU’s Valentine’s Day Craft Sale

by Christi Mathis

CARBONDALE, Ill. — You can find a unique or special gift for your sweetheart or yourself at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Valentine’s Day Craft Sale, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 14.

The popular sale will take place in the Art Gallery, on the first floor of the Student Center. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.

Diverse selection

Artisans and crafts people from throughout the region have been coming to the craft sale to showcase their handmade items and wares to the public for about 30 years. This year’s sale will feature about 25 vendors offering a wide variety of items including ceramics, fibers, jewelry, soaps, prints, crafts, plants, home décor and much more.

For more information about the Valentine’s Day Craft Sale or SIU’s Craft Shop, visit the website, email craftshop@siu.edu or call 618-453-3636.