Make & Take sessions offer a fantastic opportunity to join a mini workshop, where you’ll receive hands-on guidance and one-to-one support. It’s the perfect chance to pick up tips, tricks, and new skills. Look out for these sessions at various stands as you explore the show!
Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Birmingham Make & Takes
Handmade By Caroline
Sashiko Mini Drawstring Fabric Bags
Stand: H12
Cost: £12
Duration: Allow 40 mins
There is space for 6 attendees at each session
Join Caroline to hand embroider a pretty fabric drawstring bag using the traditional Japanese technique of sashiko embroidery. (Colour ways and patterns dependant upon availability.) Learn about the different options for embroidery threads, the best mark makers to use and the symbolism behind some of the patterns used in sashiko. Hear some of Caroline’s stories from living in Japan and learning from skilled craftspeople. Go home with a unique item for yourself or to hold a gift for a loved one. Each kit also includes one of Caroline’s own sashiko stencils that you can use again in your future sashiko projects.
Booking: Call by and sign up for your session on the stand.
Anglo Saxon Ring Making
Choose from one of 4 historically accurate wire work rings.
Stand: D09
Cost: £10
Inspired by 4,000-year-old ring designs, this workshop is enjoyable for both beginners and those with more experience. All tools and materials are provided.
Hollyberkleywirework.co.uk
Marbling 4 Fun
Marbling your own Stone Tile or 3 Mushrooms
Stand: A30
Cost: £5
Have a go at marbling your own stone tile or decorative mushroom.
Experiment with swirling colours and unique patterns to create a one-of-a-kind design. Each piece is completely individual, making it a lovely keepsake or gift.
The Makerss
Cookie Cutter Brooches
Stand: H06
Cost: £10
Try your hand at creating everything from bunnies to chickens and even unicorns.
Each participant will make one character to take home, needle-felted onto felt for a sturdy finish. You’ll also keep your felting needle (for health and safety reasons) and receive a no-sew brooch pin so you can wear your creation straight away.
Tee Pee Crafts
Decorated sewing Box
Stand: G05
Cost: £15.95
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Create this beautiful sewing box with Tee Pee Crafts — a perfect addition to any sewing room.
You’ll decorate the box using double-sided tape and fabric glue, with step-by-step guidance throughout. Each session is fully tutored, includes a clear demonstration, and all materials are provided.
It makes a lovely gift for a friend — or a special treat for yourself.
Box dimensions:
Length: 24cm
Width: 14cm
Height: 8.5cm
Not suitable for children.
Six places available per session.
Limited stock.
Booking advised, please book at the stand or book ahead at info@teepeecrafts.co.uk or telephone 07355591333
The Bead Selection
Make a Beaded Bracelet
Stand: E18
Cost: £6.50
We are running our make and take on a booking basis , please come to the stand first thing to secure your place.
Submerge Art
Stand: C44
Cost: £15
Duration: 60 minutes
Learn the art of lino printing with Hannah Blowes from Submerge Art. Design and carve your own block print or relief image, then print it onto greeting cards to take home.
All materials and step-by-step guidance are provided, making this workshop ideal for beginners or anyone keen to try something new.
Limited to 5 participants per session. Suitable for ages 12+.
Head to https://www.submergeart.co.uk/book-online to book your place in advance of the show (only 15 places each day)Â
Shree Desai
Stand: G18
Cost: TBC
Lippan art is a centuries-old mud craft from India, traditionally used to decorate the walls of mud huts. Artisans create intricate patterns using raised clay lines and small mirrors, often depicting village life and geometric motifs. The designs were typically painted white to reflect heat and help keep homes cool, while the mirrors were believed to ward off the evil eye.
In this workshop, you’ll create your own detailed clay and mirror design using a frame, clay, stencils and a selection of mirror shapes. Choose from a variety of frame styles and explore a wide range of mirror designs to personalise your piece.
Bring a miniature artwork to life and craft a beautiful decorative piece for your home.
Connie Flower Art
Stand: D014
Duration: 30–40 minutes
Cost: £10
Take a mindful moment and explore the soothing art of pyrography.
In this relaxed Make & Take workshop, you’ll learn how to safely use a hot wire pen to burn a beautiful spring-inspired design onto a wooden decoration. No drawing experience is needed — templates are provided to guide you.
You can add a splash of colour if you like, then take home your handcrafted keepsake.
Drop in anytime during the show — no booking required. Simply take a seat and enjoy a creative pause.
Darn It! Workshop
Rag Rug or Punch Needle a brooch
Stand: G35
Cost: £10
Make your own punch needle or rag rug brooch and try out these addictive and tactile techniques!Â
Kerrie Padmore Living In Loveliness
Stand: N02
Cost: TBC
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Gini's Dorset Buttons
Stand: F06
Cost: £6.50
Duration:
Complete a 400 year old craft in just 30 minutes. Learn how to make a cartwheel button which can be used with all crafts.Â
Donna Davies
Stand: G020
Cost: £10
Chicken Scratch Sampler Card
Have a go at the charming and traditional craft of chicken scratch embroidery in this relaxing make-and-take activity. Using cheerful gingham fabric as your base, you’ll learn how a few simple stitches can transform the grid of the fabric into beautiful lace-like patterns.
You’ll be guided step-by-step to create a small stitched sampler, which you can mount into a lovely card to take home. It’s a gentle, mindful project that’s perfect for beginners as well as experienced stitchers who want to try something a little different.
All materials are provided — just drop in, slow down, and enjoy the simple pleasure of stitching something by hand.
Hive Of Craftivity
Stand: D016
Cost: £10
Duration: 45/50 Minutes
Macramé is always one of my most popular make-and-take crafts, and I’m bringing another new make – beautiful macrame feathers!
These stunning textured pieces make gorgeous wall hanging decorations.
You’ll learn a few key macramé knots and techniques, and I’ll guide you step-by-step to create your own finished piece to take home. There will be a lovely range of colours to choose from, beads for embellishments and rustic pieces of wood to attach so you can make something perfectly suited to your style.
Book your place on the stand on the day, or email hiveofcraftivity.workshop@gmail.com to secure your spot in advance. Spaces usually fill up quickly, so don’t miss out!
Alex Hellawell
Stand:C045
Cost: TBC
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Elizabeth Hunt
Stand: C047
Cost: TBC
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Grans On The Make
Stand: G016
Cost: TBC
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Time Stamp Creations
Stand: A042
Cost: £5
Duration: 30 mins
Create a beautiful landscape setting for one of Timestamp Creations beautiful stamped images .
Learning blending technics and composition and how to use masks to create multi layered scenery and come away with your very own piece of artwork to frame. Bookable in advance by sending a message to Janice via facebook or emailing timestampcreationsjp@gmail.com or you can book on the day.
Embroiderers Guild
Stand: H16
Cost: £10
Duration: 1 hour
Come and take a stitch and see what you can do with it – we are running mini workshop sessions with a range of stitch samplers giving you an opportunity to discover different stitches or try out old favourites in a new way. We will also have a new panel of the World’s Longest Embroidery to add to.
LM Gifts
Shimmer Watercolour Painting on Wood
Stand: B24
Cost: £15
Duration:Â 45 minutes
Paint an adorable Spring design using our famous handmade shimmer watercolours and our signature UV glaze. Build your own mini Breathe and Create Stand to take home and enjoy. Choose from three charming designs — follow step-by-step guidance to create a beautiful keepsake. All materials provided.
Booking: Pre-book here (highly recommended as sessions sell out fast). Pre-bookings will close on 11 March. Limited spaces may also be available on the day at the stand.
Batik Dying
Stand: B24
Cost: £15- £25
Duration: 45- 60 minutes
Ready to get colorful? Create your own batik art / bauble with vibrant dyes on our signature pre-waxed batik designs. Choose from a range of fun & modern design, and follow step-by-step guidance to bring your piece to life. You’ll explore the meditative magic of dye blending on fabric, creating a beautiful, one-of-a-kind keepsake to take home. All materials are provided. Suitable for both adults and children.
Ruth Parkinson-Johns
Cost ; £12-00
Duration ; 60 minutes
Butterfly on a Bobbin
Enjoy the soothing rhythm of hand embroidery as you create a flower inspired stitched doodle onto hand dyed fabric.
Add a charming twist to your artwork, by mounting it on a bobbin and complete the piece with a delicate organza butterfly motif.
All material provided.
Available on Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
Booking ; Call by and sign up for your session on the stand.
Tracey Spurgin
Fine Silver Pendant with Tracey Spurgin
Stand:Â D11
Cost: £16
Duration:Â Approximately 45 mins
Create this stunning silver pendant using the medium of silver clay. Tracey will guide you, step-by-step, throughout the entire process. Treat yourself or gift to a friend or family member.
The materials for the pendant are included. The chain and jump ring are not included but will be available to purchase with no obligation.
Times
Thur, Fri, Sat – 10.15am & 2.30pm
Sun – 1.45pm
5 places available per session
No refunds for cancellations, no shows or late arrivals
Not suitable for children even if accompanied by an adult. Strictly age 16+
Book in advance at my stand or by contacting me prior to the show at orders@craftworx.co.uk
Crafter's Companion
Join us for fun and inspiring make and take classes.
Thursday 12th March
Easter Bunny Decoupaged Card with Sheila Halliwell
10AM / 11:30 AM / 1:30PM / 3PM
Friday 13th March
Letterpress Embossed Card with Debby Robinson
10AM / 11:30 AM / 1:30PM / 3PM
Saturday 14th March
Butterfly Edge’able Card with Debby Robinson
10AM / 11:30 AM / 1:30PM / 3PM
Join us for a fun and inspiring make and take class. In the 40-minute session, you’ll have a finished handmade card ready to gift to friends or family and the ability to recreate the design again at home.
Perfect for crafters of all abilities, this small group class is a great opportunity to learn new papercrafting techniques and enjoy a creative moment.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your scheduled class time. Each class has only 8 spaces.
