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.
Exeter Make & Takes
Inion Arts
Resin Dip Flower Creations
Stand: C20
Cost: £15 per session
Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Create stunning resin-dipped flowers with all materials and guidance provided. Each session is fully tutor-led, making it easy for beginners to craft a beautiful floral design to take home. Choose from a variety of flowers including Easter Lily, Holly, Mistletoe and Snowdrop to add a personal touch to your home or create a unique gift.
Booking: Book at the stand or book ahead at: https://www.inionarts.co.uk
The Indian Block Print Co.
Indian Block Printing Workshop
Stand: A27
Cost: £10
Duration: TBC
Explore the beautiful art of Indian Block Printing with Anna and her team. Design and print your own tote bag, tea towel, or cushion cover in this hands-on workshop.
Booking: No booking required — just turn up and join the fun!
Marbling 4 Fun
Marbling onto Tiles
Stand: B20
Cost: £8
Duration: Approximately 10-15 minutes
Create a stunning marbled tile with Marbling 4 Fun! You’ll craft a professional-quality piece in just 10-15 minutes. Limited stock available — visit the stand early to secure your spot! 2 spaces per session.
Booking: No booking required
Art and Craft Glitter Greetings
Glittering on Acetate
Stand: A17
Cost: £3.50
Duration: Approximately 20-30 mins
Add some sparkle to your day! Join this fun ‘Make & Take’ session where you’ll learn how to create dazzling designs on acetate — perfect for glass, cards, MDF, and more. Suitable for both adults and children.
Booking: No booking required — simply drop in throughout the day and get glittering!
LM Gifts By Dee
MDF Shape Decorating
Stand: B45
Cost: TBC
Duration:Approximately 20-30 minutes
Get creative with LM Gifts By Dee! Decorate adorable MDF shapes and animals to create your own charming keepsake. With a variety of designs available, this activity is perfect for adding a personal touch to your home or gifting something special.
Booking: No booking required — just drop in and start decorating!
Katrilee
Polymer Clay Jewellery Making
Stand: D12
Cost: £15 adults / £10 under 16s
Duration: 30–60 minutes (with a 30 min baking break)
Learn the basics of polymer clay and create your own jewellery, keyring, or Christmas decoration. Suitable for ages 5+, this fun make & take is the perfect way to design and finish a unique accessory to take home.
Booking: Drop in — last session at 3pm.
Submerge Art
Lino Printing Workshop
Stand: G28
Cost: £15
Duration: 60 mins
Learn how to create your own lino prints with Hannah from Submerge Art! Design and carve images to print as block repeats or relief prints. Use a variety of provided designs for inspiration, or bring your own idea to carve and print onto greetings cards to take home. Notes: Min age 12+
Booking: Book on stand or book ahead at https://www.submergeart.co.uk/
Elizabeth Hunt
Argentium Silver Jewellery Workshops
Stand: G29
Cost: £20-£35 per session
Duration: 60-90 mins
Learn to create beautiful Argentium silver jewellery! Fuse, texture, and shape silver to craft stunning pieces such as Hammered Silver & Pearl Heart Pendants, Freshwater Pearl Earrings, and Organic Freeform Silver Earrings. Perfect for adding a personal touch to your style or making a special gift.
Booking: Please book at the stand.
Liberty Goodswen
Needle Felted Sleepy Mouse or Flower Vase
Stand: F25
Cost: £10
Duration: Up to 1 hour
Create your own charming needle-felted treasures in this hands-on session. Choose between making a sleepy little mouse or a delicate flower vase — the perfect introduction to needle felting.
Booking: Please book at the stand
Holly Berkley
Hammered elven pendant
Stand: A33
Cost: £15
Duration: 25 mins
Learn to make this beautiful elven pendant. It’s perfect for beginners, fun and easy. Hammers, anvils and all tools and equipment are supplied. Each workshop takes 25 minutes and run back to back throughout the day.
Booking: Book on stand
Decopatch (Nice Crafting)
Papier Mâché Creations
Stand: B04
Cost: From £5
Duration: Varies by design
Get creative with Decopatch! Choose from a wide range of colourful Decopatch papers and fun papier mâché designs to craft something truly unique.
Booking: No booking needed — drop in throughout the day and get started!
JP Crafts
Make a fridge magnet or keyring
Stand: A21
Cost: £3
Duration: TBC
Get creative with Pixelhobby kits in our Make & Take sessions! Design your own vibrant keyring or magnet using these fun, mess-free pixel art sets. Perfect for all skill levels, and very popular with little ones, you’ll enjoy crafting a unique keepsake to take home. Visit the stand and start pixelating your masterpiece!
Booking: No booking required — just drop in
That Green Lady
Mini Bioactive Terrarium
Stand: C17
Cost: £19.50
Duration: 30–60 minutes
Create your own mini living ecosystem in this hands-on workshop! Build a 150ml bioactive terrarium with plants, moss, and even a tiny clean-up crew, then personalise it with a choice of charming figurines. With expert guidance, you’ll leave with a thriving miniature world to enjoy at home.
Booking: Drop in — booking available on the day.
Exeter Craft Hub
Decopatch, Paper Flowers, Coconut Tortoises & Drag Queen Dolls
Stand: H05
Cost: £14–16
Duration: Approx 1 hour
Get hands-on with Exeter Craft Hub! Try colourful Decopatch, craft beautiful paper flowers, decorate quirky coconut tortoises, or even create your very own drag queen doll. With fun projects running across the weekend, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and take home.
Booking: Please book at the stand.
Add Some Sparkle
Paper Embroidery Make & Take
Stand: B31
Cost: £4
Duration: 30–45 minutes
Create a hand-stitched card with Add Some Sparkle! Learn simple paper embroidery techniques to stitch either a Christmas Tree or a Vase of Flowers design. A quick and creative workshop that’s easy, fun, and perfect for beginners.
Booking: No booking required — just drop in and enjoy!
Allison Maryon
Morsbag Make and Take
Stand: C17
Cost: Free
Duration: 30–60 minutes
Join the Morsbag community and help reduce plastic waste by making your own reusable tote bag! Using donated, recycled fabric, you’ll cut, sew, and create a simple bag to take home — completely free. With everything prepared for you, including ready-cut fabric and sewing machines, it’s the perfect chance to learn how Morsbags are made and discover the movement behind them.
Booking: Drop in and book on stand.
Kerrie Padmore
Patchwork Bauble
Stand: C17
Cost: £10
Duration: 30 minutes
Get festive with this much-loved workshop! Learn a clever patchwork technique to create a beautiful bauble — a decoration you’ll treasure year after year. With expert guidance, you’ll complete one side during the session, then take home a full pre-cut kit along with a QR code for the full pattern and tutorial. Perfect for finishing at your own pace and for making even more magical baubles at home.
Booking: Drop in and book on stand.
Glasgow Make & Takes
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Birmingham Make & Takes
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