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ACID – Anti Copying in Design

category: Networks & Advisors   

ACID (Anti Copying In Design) is a membership organisation, committed to raising awareness about intellectual property within the creative industries. Creating a safer trading environment for members is a priority by encouraging respect for intellectual property within corporate social responsibility. By encouraging design talent we help our members protect their livelihoods to maximise grown. ACID’s powerful logo is not only a real symbol of deterrence, but also reflects a positive voice for IP creation.

We recommend this organisation to any maker concerned about IP.

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All The Fun of The Fair

category: Textile/Haberdashery/Knitting Supplies   

region: London   

All the Fun of the Fair is a quirky store for all your knitting, haberdashery and sewing needs. Handmade gifts, vintage finds, buttons and much more.

Open 6 days a week Monday to Saturday 11am-7pm.

address: 2.8 Kingly Court, Carnaby St, Soho, London,


Anne Morgan Jewellery

category: Independent Craft Shops   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

region: Wales   

Anne Morgan is an award winning contemporary jeweller – specialising in handmade silver and gold reticulated jewellery – showcasing unusual gemstones. As well as her own work, Anne and her team showcase unique, handmade jewellery by some of the UK’s leading designers at their gallery in Penarth, not far from Cardiff in South Wales.

“At Anne Morgan Jewellery we are proud to represent over 40 diverse, contemporary designers. Each artisan is hand picked to reflect the passion, quality and contemporary nature of Anne’s own creations.”

The gallery is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 5pm.

address: 10 Glebe Street, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, CF64 1ED

telephone: 029 20711036

website: Click Here


Armscote Manor Portland Wool

category: Textile/Haberdashery/Knitting Supplies   

Deborah Williams produces DK undyed wool at Armscote Manor in Warwickshire from the flock of Portland sheep she’s been breeding for the last twenty years. Portland are the oldest recorded sheep in England and were mentioned in the Doomsday Book. She also has some Black Welsh Mountain Sheep and so she is able to offer some beautiful blends.

The wool can be bought online via paypal on the website, Bacs or cheque. Trade prices are available on request.

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Artworks

category: Independent Craft Shops   

region: South West   

Artworks is a charming little shop and gallery in the heart of a small Devon village. It sell and supports work by over 100 artists and makers, from ceramics, jewellery, glass, knitted textiles and soaps to paintings, prints and cards.

Open Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 to 14:00.

address: Station Road, South Brent, Devon, TQ10 9BE

telephone: 01364 649424

website: Click Here


Bircham Gallery

category: Independent Craft Shops   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

region: South East   

A light and spacious contemporary art gallery in the centre of Holt on the beautiful North Norfolk coast. Special exhibitions throughout the year present an exciting selection of work by some of the finest British artists and craftspeople. Enjoy designer jewellery, original prints, studio ceramics, glass, contemporary photography and much more.

address: Bircham Gallery, 14 Market Place, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6BW

website: Click Here


Brass Monkeys

category: Independent Craft Shops   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

region: South East   

Brass Monkeys in Hove has a great reputation for selling beautiful, unusual and affordable handmade jewellery and metalwork by 50 established and emerging British designer-makers.

The antique cabinets and warm décor provide a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, allowing you to browse and try things on at your leisure. Whether you are looking for the perfect gift or would like to commission a special piece from their on-site workshop, there is expert advice on hand at all times to help you.

Open Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm.

address: 109 Portland Rd, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 5DP

telephone: 01273 725170


Cambridge Contemporary Crafts

category: Independent Craft Shops   

region: East Anglia   

Cambridge Contemporary Crafts specialises in crafts handmade in the U.K. The gallery has an extensive range of work by up and coming and established crafts people in a range of mediums. It opened in 2009 on Bene’t Street, as a sister gallery to Cambridge Contemporary Art in Trinity Street. Situated just a stone’s throw from King’s College, the gallery is in the heart of the beautiful, historic University city. Housed in a beautiful 16th century building located just opposite St Benet’s Church.

Open Monday – Saturday: 10am – 5:30pm and Sundays & Bank Holidays: 11am – 5pm.

address: 5 Bene't Street, Cambridge, CB2 3QN

website: Click Here

email: info@cambridgecrafts.co.uk


Ceramic Review

category: Publications   

Ceramic Review is a bi-monthly magazine for contemporary ceramic art and craft. and is read worldwide. Combining both practical and theoretical features, it is an invaluable resource for potters, ceramists, ceramic artists, collectors, enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in ceramics.

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Cockpit Arts

category: Networks & Advisors   Studio & Workshop Space   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

Cockpit Arts is an award winning social enterprise and the UK’s only creative-business incubator for designer-makers. Since 1986 they’ve helped thousands of talented craftspeople to grow their businesses, many of whom have gone on to achieve national and international success. They offer both studio space and exhibition space, with venues in Holborn and Deptford.

telephone: 020 74191959

website: Click Here


Contemporary Applied Arts Gallery

category: Independent Craft Shops   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

The CAA is a charitable organisation – a network of makers created to promote the best in contemporary British craft. Visit the CAA’s shop on Paddington Street to view and buy work from 350 CAA Members who represent the top talent in the UK today working across the disciplines of ceramics, glass, textiles, jewellery, metal and wood.

Open Monday – Saturday 10am – 6pm.

address: 6 Paddington Street, London, W1U 5QG.

telephone: 020 76200086

website: Click Here


Cooksongold

category: Jewellery Making Supplies   

region: Midlands   

Cooksongold is the UK’s largest one-stop shop for the jewellery maker with over 20,000 products including a huge stock of silver, gold, palladium and platinum bullion cut to your requirements (sheet, wire, tube, solder, grain, settings) as well as huge ranges of findings, loose and finished chain, gemstones, ring blanks, jewellery making tools, silver clay, beading materials and much more.

address: Cooksongold, 59-83 Vittoria St, Birmingham B1 3NZ

telephone: 0345 100 1122

website: Click Here


Crafty Screen

category: Printing Supplies   

region: West Midlands   

Crafty Screen is a UK Screen Printing suppliers focused on crafters, artist and hobbyist screen printers. We sell industry standard products and provide easy guidelines, hints and tips.

We aim to make Screen Printing easy and fun – from complete newbies to screen printing prefects, we have you covered! We supply inks, screens, squeegees, presses and kits. We even have a kit especially for kids! All of our supplies are of the highest quality but at a competitive price. We have a big Sister company called Screen Print World who are industry experts and provide screen printing equipment and supplies that probably helped print the t-shirt you are wearing right now! We stock a combination of our own brand Eco Friendly inks, equipment and supplies and world renowned brand Speedball.

address: Unit 8, Foley Business Park, Kidderminster, DY11 7PG

website: Click Here

email: craftyscreenuk@gmail.com


Design Nation

category: Networks & Advisors   

region: National   

Design Nation is a membership portfolio organisation promoting artistic integrity and working to raise the standard of craft and design. It helps provide commercial opportunities for makers and offers different ways to support their craft practice.

telephone: 01529 308710

website: Click Here

email: info@designnation.co.uk


Double Elephant Print Workshop

category: Studio & Workshop Space   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

region: South West   

Double Elephant Print Workshop offers courses, resources and support to professional printmakers, artists and beginners, with over 100 artist members from across the south west of England. As well as hosting exhibitions and providing open access to fine art printmaking resources and equipment, they offer a full range of courses in printmaking, including outreach to schools, the local community and marginalised groups.

address: Lower Ground Floor, Exeter Phoenix, Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS

telephone: 07855 206659

website: Click Here

email: info@doubleelephant.org.uk


Dovecot Studios

category: Independent Craft Shops   Studio & Workshop Space   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

region: Scotland   

Dovecote Studios in Edinburgh is the UK’s oldest practicing tapestry studios with gallery spaces, venue hire, shop and cafe.

Open from Mon-Sat 10.30-5.30, Viewing Balcony open daily 12-3.

address: 10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT

telephone: 0131 550 3660

website: Click Here


Embroidery Magazine

category: Publications   

This beautiful publication is one of the longest standing textile magazines exploring and celebrating creative, innovative stitched work and textiles.

It’s published six times a year, available on subscription for both print and digital.

website: Click Here


Fairfield Mill

category: Independent Craft Shops   Studio & Workshop Space   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

region: North West   

Farfield Mill is an arts and heritage centre owned and run by Farfield Mill Limited, a charitable community benefit society.

Housed in a former Victorian Woollen Mill, it has beautiful gallery spaces, artists’ studios, power looms and handlooms set over four floors, displaying, and selling a range of contemporary craft, art, and jewellery, handcrafted and designed in the Mill and surround area.

It’s open Wednesday – Sunday 10.30am – 4.00pm.

address: Farfield Mill, Garsdale Road, Sedbergh, Cumbria LA10 5LW

website: Click Here


Farnham Maltings

category: Independent Craft Shops   Studio & Workshop Space   Venues & Galleries & Exhibition Space   

region: South East   

Set in the heart of Farnham this collection of buildings host a wide range of crafts makers including printers and picture framers together with 6 resident theatre and dance companies who produce and tour work regionally, nationally and internationally.

There are 25 craft-based studios, workshops, exhibitions and annual craft events, as well as a shop.

address: Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7QR

website: Click Here


Fig

category: Independent Craft Shops   

region: South West   

Fig is a truly original shop on the Gloucester Road, Bristol, run by a group of six diverse and talented women who are part of a co-operative shop and gallery. Fig sells beautiful handmade gifts, bespoke jewellery, limited edition prints and cards. Open Monday to Saturday from 9.30am to 5.00pm.

address: 206 Gloucester Rd, Bristol, BS7 8NU

telephone: 01179244898


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