Christmas cakes and crafts with a heart: Head to Sabinillas fair to help stray dogs

November is the time to start picking up stocking fillers and those little gifts that make Christmas feel personal. This Saturday, a small purchase could mean much more in Sabinillas, where a mini craft fair and cake sale will give residents the chance to find thoughtful presents while supporting a stall raising money for stray dogs in Spain.

Vecinos y Amigos is holding the gathering on Saturday, November 14, from 11am to 1pm at its clubhouse. Christmas crafts, homemade treats and second-hand bargains promise a friendly morning for residents looking to shop, chat and contribute to a caring cause.

Christmas gifts and cakes in Sabinillas

Visitors can browse Christmas crafts, greeting cards, teddy bears, pictures, jewellery and knitwear, with plenty of possibilities for small presents and festive decorations.

Tea, coffee and cakes will also be available, giving shoppers a reason to settle down for a catch-up between visits to the stalls.

Handmade gifts and pre-loved finds will give visitors plenty to browse, whether they are looking for something personal, an affordable wardrobe addition or a festive decoration for their home.

Local stall raises money for stray dogs in Spain

Local resident Maureen Nolan says she will run a stall selling bric-a-brac, costume jewellery and branded second-hand clothes. M&S, Wallis and Zara are among the labels up for grabs. All proceeds from her stall will go towards helping stray dogs in Spain.

Maureen’s post also says donations of old towels would be appreciated, giving residents another way to contribute without making a purchase. Anyone clearing out a cupboard may already have something useful to give.

Where to head to

Visitors can find the Vecinos y Amigos clubhouse behind the English bookshop in Sabinillas, between the bookshop’s rear entrance and the back of the St George charity shop.

Anyone with some spare time on Saturday can pop in between 11am and 1pm for a sweet treat, a hot drink and a browse. A small purchase from Maureen’s stall could help dogs in need, adding a little extra meaning to a friendly morning out.