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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, mosaic, fused glass, resin or beading, 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!

Heather is a Modern Calligraphy artist with 9 years’ experience of teaching calligraphy and working with luxury brands. Come and develop your lettering skills at her demonstration stand today where you will have the opportunity to learn the art of dip-pen calligraphy using nib and ink to create your own beautiful greetings cards.

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!

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 accessories along with her experience and knowledge from teaching classes to write and launch her own fabulous patterns. Kerrie’s passion lies in bringing people together in workshops through their shared joy of sewing and she looks forward to welcoming you to her wonderful world of ‘Living in Loveliness’ at the shows.

Sara is a contemporary mosaicist inspired by landscape, geology and music and began mosaics as a hobby in 1996. She has trained with many professional artists in many styles and aspects of mosaics. She is regularly employed to run sessions and workshops in hospital, garden and other community therapeutic settings.

Senior Art Clay Instructor with 20+ years’ experience. Based at Craftworx Jewellery Workshops, East Yorkshire, teaching studio workshops & online as well as teaching at venues across UK and internationally.

Visit Leahs stand to see her demonstrate various screen-printing techniques Learn about her books and workshops and stock up on Leahs unique printed and hand-dyed fabrics, dyes and screens

In 29 years working with Kiln glass and a BA(Hons) from Edinburgh College of Art, Julie has exhibited her own work and tutored internationally. These days you will find her closer to home, sharing the therapeutic benefits of making and group session crafting. ‘Kiln time’ was developed to provide easily accessible, welcoming and fun glass fusing workshops that are mindful and relaxing for everyone.

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.

Fifteen by Fifteen is an international quilt group of 15 textile artists. Every two months members make a 15” square quilt based on a particular theme. These quilts are displayed in the Artists’ Gallery on their website.

The Beadworkers Guild is a registered charity dedicated to promoting and supporting the art of bead weaving. Open to Beadworkers and bead artists everywhere it provides various events, activities and publications to encourage knowledge sharing and the exchange of ideas.

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! Then, for ongoing support, JOIN your local family history society and/or visit our FREE

The Guild of Silk Painters Scotland promotes the craft of painting on silk through skill sharing /teaching workshops. They welcome new members from beginners to those more experienced to learn more of this fascinating and therapeutic craft.

SWI are the women supporting women to live their best lives by experiencing lifelong learning, fun and lasting friendships.

Nan Middleton has been teaching 3D decoupage for more that 47 years. Paper images of flowers, birds, animals and street scenes are bought to life using scissors, tweezers and silicone glue. Visit this unique stand and be truly inspired to have a go.

The Lace Guild is the largest lace organisation in the United Kingdom and is an accredited museum with a large collection of lace and associated artefacts. The Guild produces two quarterly magazines: Lace and Early Days in Lacemaking and publishes books of lace techniques and patterns. They also run courses and workshops throughout the UK and have a large and comprehensive library. The aims of the Guild are to information about the craft of lacemaking, its history and use, promote a high standard of lacemaking and encourage the design, development and professional presentation of lace.