Artisans in the Palm House - 5th October

I'm very excited about taking part in this on Sunday 5th October in the Palm House in Sefton Park, Liverpool. I went down a few months ago and it was buzzing. Great food, Great artists and a really lovely atmosphere. If you are free please pop down....be lovely to see you! If you want to view the gallery of photos, click on the Facebook Page 

It's here again - Summer Arts Market 19th & 20th July

This has been a bit of a last minute thing but nothing like a bit of panic to get your creative juices flowing!!

So get this date in your diary. I am doing this market on the saturday only but it is on all weekend. St George's Hall is a beautiful Grade 1 listed heritage site hosting this event. Expect to find artists, designers and makers selling creations including original screen prints, paintings, jewellery, tableware, beauty products, decorations, accessories, textiles, photography, knitwear.

Here are some photos of the last Summer Market which I never got round to blogging about.

The first show in LIVERPOOL!!!!

St George's Hall 27th & 28th July 2013

I'm pleased to announce.....

After the success of the annual Winter Arts Market (now in its fifth year), this is the inaugural Summer Market which I'll be taking part in since we moved to the wirral. 

One big weekend celbration of arts and crafts showcasing 100 artists and designers in the beautiful Grade 1 listed St Georges Hall. 

Not only is this a wonderful alternative to the high street shops, there will be creative workshops to take part in over the weekend. For more details click here. 

See you there! 

The Art Markets Artists Directory

I've finally got round to adding my details on the Art Market Artist Directory. The new directory lets you find out about wonderful designers and makers who have taken part or are taking part in the next show in Holmfirth.Just lovely!  

Things have been a bit quiet recently since the 'big move' but planning some crafty escapades soon in this part of the world. 

My last show in YORKSHIRE!!!

So here it is....I'm sad to say that this my last show in Yorkshire. But what better show to end it with than the Art Markets in Holmfirth. This is the 10th Art Market and I'm very proud to say that I have now been selected to showcase at 4 of them. 

I'll be there on the weekend of 3rd & 4th November. The 3rd is a special preview evening from 8pm - 10pm and the Sunday is 10am - 4pm. 

100 selecetd artists and designer makers will be showcasing their work over the two weekends. You can meet the maker, talk to the artists and commision work directly. 

To learn a bit about the artists and designers - check out the blog

See you there. 

The Art Markets Holmfirth 24th June 2012

So I've been working my little socks off for this weekend. I've submitted a piece of work for the Art Markets POP up event on Saturday night in Holmfirth Indoor Market. The piece I've been working on(theme: Best of British)has been the most challenging so far...I cant give too much away but it's up for auction at the event. Then the big day is on Saturday from 10am - 4pm. As always, a fantastic selection of artists/designers/makers selling wonderful hand made work. For directions and a list of makers click here. For a read of a mini interview with me for the Art Markets blog read here. 

Thanks Michael Oaks for taking this photo!

Reetsweet Corn Exchange 2nd June

I'm busy making lovely things for the Reetsweet Craft Fair at the corn exchange on 2nd June Jubilee Weekend. It's my only event booked so far so if you are free, please pop down and support the local artists and buy a few lovely things whilst you're at it. See you there!

I'm back

After a (long) break and no crafting, I'm back. For those who weren't aware, we spent 2011 in Tanzania working in St Walburg's Hospital, Nyangao. This was undoubtedly, the best and most rewarding thing I have done in my life....and one of the most difficult too. The pharmacy and hospital in general was mad-busy all the time and so that's why there was little time for craftiness.

I did however work closely with Michael, the village tailor who helped me make several lovely clothes - one gorgeous dress I had made for £2.50 and wore to the Hartigan-Kriel wedding in South Africa!

Other than that, the only piece of crafting I can share from my time away is this necklace made with Makonde wood and screenprinted fabrics. 

No fairs planned for 2012 so far but I have sent my application to the Holmfirth Art Market so fingers crossed. To kickstart my craftiness, I spent the morning at The Bowery making lampshades with my friend Lauren Marshall. Thanks Laura Slater for a brilliant class!

Saltaire Arts Trail 11th - 19th September

The Saltaire Arts Trail runs for two weeks in September. There is tonnes to do and see. I'll be at the Maker's Fair on 11th & 12th September in Victoria Hall. You can also wander through the streets and visit the Open Houses exhibiting art & and craft. There will be loads of activities for the kids and of course, who could resist pottering around Salts Mill? Victoria road has lots of lovely shops; Magic Number 3 is one of my favourite shops full of gorgeous clothes, accessories and SHOES! And Art Parade have been stocking my work for a number of years now.

Leeds Art Gallery Open Show - 9th August - 19th September

Yep I can hardly believe it myself - I have a piece at the Open Show at the Leeds Art Gallery on The Headrow from Monday 9th August - Sunday 19th September. If you are down in town, please pop in and take a look (I'm listed as number 49) and forget to have a cuppa in the lovely Victorian Tiled Cafe. If you are feeling flush...you can buy my piece too!

Update: I won 2nd Prize !!!