I met Milly from Knitted Online at the Birmingham Social Media Cafe this morning. After a quick browse of their site I’ve already made a mental wishlist from their selection of cosy accessories and homeware. If like me, you like your homemade, knitted items, but have not yet mastered the art of knitting, the Knitted … [Read more…]
Northfield Ecocentre recently announced the launch of their ‘School of Green Living’, which will offer a series of workshops aimed at making sustainable living easier and fun. Each of the workshops cover a practical skill aimed at beginners and will be run by experienced professionals. On offer at the moment they have; Fibres to Felt … [Read more…]
Craftspace‘s mobile exhibition unit, Curious About Crafts, will be visiting Harborne this Saturday, accompanied by Mrs Smith, who’s on the hunt for areas of Harborne that are in need of a little extra love an attention. Mrs Smith, a keen knitter and sewer, began her interventions whilst out on her daily walks. She started to … [Read more…]
Celebrating a a year of craftism, Craftspace are holding a free day of crafty activities on Saturday 4 December in the Gallery at The Custard Factory from 1 – 5pm. Activites include pin badge making, t-shirt printing, sweet graffti, DIY gaming, giant drawing with pins and a few festive activities including pom pom snow balls … [Read more…]
Just a quick one to tell you about some more Christmas fairs going on over the next few weekends. Since I’ve already mentioned a few, I may as well be consistent. Plus, I like the decorative flyers. THE SoURCE are hosting their eco gift fair at Moseley Exchange tomorrow from 10am – 4pm. Entry is … [Read more…]
How2crafts are a Birmingham based publishing company currently residing in the Jewellery Quarter, who’ve put together this series of step-by-step books on various crafts, including soap making, printing, jewellery and felting. Designed to expand over time, craft makers are invited to contribute images of what they’ve made using the books, to the website. Collected images … [Read more…]
BXL are organising a Christmas Spectacular at The Square, behind Oasis Market in Birmingham center, on Saturday 4 December from 12am – 4pm. They’re looking for designer makers to join the current rundown of activities and attractions lined up for the day, including choirs, face painters, storytellers and reindeer. Stallholders will be given an opportunity … [Read more…]
The Crafty Muthas are holding a Christmas craft fair on 20 November at St. Mary’s Church Hall, Bearwood from 10am – 4pm. Together with other local artisans, bakers, designers and makers, they’ll be selling their handmade gifts and unique pieces ready for the festive season. Take a look at the Crafty Muthas blog to get … [Read more…]