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Maria Maidment, founder of Old Maid New shares knowledge and passion for goldwork embroidery and specialises in beginner levels for people who want to explore...

Celebrating its 25-year anniversary in 2027, CQ has rebranded as Contemporary Textiles in recognition of the group’s position at the cutting edge of quilting and stitched textile practice. This exhibition showcases the rich diversity of textile work created...

Whether you are an experienced stitcher or need to gain more confidence using a sewing machine, our machine stitching classes are the perfect place to start. Available to pre-book online; make sure that you secure yourself a place on these popular sessions.

Take part in a variety of crafting workshops, from jewellery making to felting, printing, goldwork or polymer clay, there’s something for everyone. Tickets are available to pre-book online, but make sure you secure yourself a place quickly, as the popular sessions sell out fast!

Cat makes Boho art clothing using all sorts of vintage textiles, reimagining the wonderful skill and creativity of the past, and saving gorgeousness from landfill. All items are handmade, by Cat in her Norfolk studio.

Discover the art of woodburning with Welsh pyrography artist, Connie! Try your hand at this ancient, therapeutic craft of burning designs onto wood - it's calming, creative, and incredibly satisfying. Say hello, watch the process, and give it a go!

Submerge Art is a fine art printmaking company run by Hannah in her workshop near Bude, Cornwall. Hannah is an avid printmaker and teacher who runs print workshops in Cornwall and designs craft kits to allow makers to learn printmaking.

Alison Hulme creates vibrant, hand-printed textiles and signature pinnies using her unique screen-printing style. She offers engaging talks and creative workshops, inspiring makers to experiment with colour, pattern, and print in fun, hands-on sessions suitable for all levels.

Shree is a Textile Designer and Art Workshop leader who is passionate about teaching and connecting to the creative world. Shree's background includes a MA degree in Textile Design from the National Institute of Design in India. This autumn Shree will...

Tracey is a Senior Art Clay Instructor with 20+ years’ experience who is returning to The Creative Craft Show Exeter after a few years’ break. Based at Craftworx Jewellery Workshops, East Yorkshire, Tracey teaches studio workshops and online as well as...

Kerrie has been teaching sewing workshops – everything from mini zippers to patchwork and quilting – for more than 10 years. She has taken her love of teaching and passion for selecting beautiful fabrics and...

The Felting Art of Warmth and Whimsy – Liberty, the founder of Liberty’s Felterie, has experimented and developed various needle felting techniques, which she loves to share through workshops Since winning Kirstie Allsopp’s Channel 4...

Elizabeth Hunt specializes in using Argentium silver which allows hers and her student’s work to be created using fusing. This amazing, recycled silver has the unique ability to fuse to itself and other metals making it great for novices. Elizabeth has regularly appeared on Jewellery maker and used to work for Gems TV.

The Guild is a non-profit organisation run by volunteers for members who are interested in learning and sharing tips and techniques about creating with polymer clay. They are open to all who are interested in polymer clay.

The Family History Federations LOVES family history! Looking for help and expert advice? Come prepared for your visit! Seeking general information regarding the hobby? Members are ready to help there too!

EXEQG covers region 4 and south region 5 of the QGBI. They meet at Woodbury Village Hall in East Devon four times a year exploring and sharing techniques, individual challenges and exhibitions. For enquiries contact: Penny Kurowski

Woodbury Woodturners are a large woodturning group based in Woodbury Devon. They meet on the third Thursday of the month and regularly have demonstrations with both inhouse turners and professionals, plus competitions, club organised tuition and hands-on nights...

Crafting with Lyndsey delivers workshops across the Southwest in a variety of crafts from sewing to macrame and arm knitting to bargello needlepoint. She also has designed and produced a variety of colourful craft kits perfect for crafting beginners.