Craft In Focus
@craftinfocus.bsky.social
Organiser of contemporary craft fairs promoting the work of UK craftmakers and artists. Our events give the public a unique opportunity to meet the makers and purchase direct at contemporary craft, ceramics and jewellery and silversmithing fairs.
It’s Pay a Compliment Day today. We’re lucky to work with some of the UK’s finest contemporary craftmakers and artists – people whose creativity, skill and passion never fair to inspire us. A few kind words can mean more than you think.
#payacomplimentday #craftinfocus #contemporarycraft
#payacomplimentday #craftinfocus #contemporarycraft
February 6, 2026 at 9:34 AM
It’s Pay a Compliment Day today. We’re lucky to work with some of the UK’s finest contemporary craftmakers and artists – people whose creativity, skill and passion never fair to inspire us. A few kind words can mean more than you think.
#payacomplimentday #craftinfocus #contemporarycraft
#payacomplimentday #craftinfocus #contemporarycraft
Sharing another lovely comment from a visitor to last year’s Celebrating Ceramics Festival.
Tickets on sale now - early bird prices save you money so book today! www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/index.php/ti...
Tickets on sale now - early bird prices save you money so book today! www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/index.php/ti...
February 3, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Sharing another lovely comment from a visitor to last year’s Celebrating Ceramics Festival.
Tickets on sale now - early bird prices save you money so book today! www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/index.php/ti...
Tickets on sale now - early bird prices save you money so book today! www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/index.php/ti...
We’re looking forward to spring and our first event of the year at RHS Garden Wisley. Join us from 30 April–4 May for the best of the UK’s contemporary craft, live music and demonstrations all set within the beautiful surroundings of this RHS garden. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
February 3, 2026 at 10:57 AM
We’re looking forward to spring and our first event of the year at RHS Garden Wisley. Join us from 30 April–4 May for the best of the UK’s contemporary craft, live music and demonstrations all set within the beautiful surroundings of this RHS garden. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
New to Celebrating Ceramics this year is Abigail Head Ceramics who will be exhibiting hand thrown porcelain with sgraffito designs. She will also be demonstrating on her stand.
#makermonday #mondaymaker #celebratingceramics #contemporaryceramics www.celebratingceramics.co.uk
#makermonday #mondaymaker #celebratingceramics #contemporaryceramics www.celebratingceramics.co.uk
February 2, 2026 at 12:47 PM
New to Celebrating Ceramics this year is Abigail Head Ceramics who will be exhibiting hand thrown porcelain with sgraffito designs. She will also be demonstrating on her stand.
#makermonday #mondaymaker #celebratingceramics #contemporaryceramics www.celebratingceramics.co.uk
#makermonday #mondaymaker #celebratingceramics #contemporaryceramics www.celebratingceramics.co.uk
Alexandra Aurum handcrafts each piece of jewellery using fusion, hand-forging and stone-setting techniques using exquisite gemstones.
You can see and purchase her work at RHS Garden Wisley from 30 April – 4 May and at Waterperry Gardens from 10-12 July and also on www.craftinfocusonline.com .
You can see and purchase her work at RHS Garden Wisley from 30 April – 4 May and at Waterperry Gardens from 10-12 July and also on www.craftinfocusonline.com .
February 2, 2026 at 11:13 AM
Alexandra Aurum handcrafts each piece of jewellery using fusion, hand-forging and stone-setting techniques using exquisite gemstones.
You can see and purchase her work at RHS Garden Wisley from 30 April – 4 May and at Waterperry Gardens from 10-12 July and also on www.craftinfocusonline.com .
You can see and purchase her work at RHS Garden Wisley from 30 April – 4 May and at Waterperry Gardens from 10-12 July and also on www.craftinfocusonline.com .
We’re sharing comments from last year’s visitors to our event at Waterperry Gardens. This year's event takes place from 10-12 July with 200 exhibitors, live music and demonstrations.
Save with our discounted offer using code NEWYEAR26
Offer ends 31 January www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
Save with our discounted offer using code NEWYEAR26
Offer ends 31 January www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
January 27, 2026 at 11:57 AM
We’re sharing comments from last year’s visitors to our event at Waterperry Gardens. This year's event takes place from 10-12 July with 200 exhibitors, live music and demonstrations.
Save with our discounted offer using code NEWYEAR26
Offer ends 31 January www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
Save with our discounted offer using code NEWYEAR26
Offer ends 31 January www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
In fact, you may have already spotted her work on the programme – her grey seal set, polar bear with cubs, and mother and chick emperor penguin were all featured on yesterday’s programme.
Chloe will be exhibiting with us this year at RHS Garden Wisley, Waterperry Gardens, and RHS Garden Hyde Hall.
Chloe will be exhibiting with us this year at RHS Garden Wisley, Waterperry Gardens, and RHS Garden Hyde Hall.
January 26, 2026 at 1:22 PM
In fact, you may have already spotted her work on the programme – her grey seal set, polar bear with cubs, and mother and chick emperor penguin were all featured on yesterday’s programme.
Chloe will be exhibiting with us this year at RHS Garden Wisley, Waterperry Gardens, and RHS Garden Hyde Hall.
Chloe will be exhibiting with us this year at RHS Garden Wisley, Waterperry Gardens, and RHS Garden Hyde Hall.
Ximena Heasman will be exhibiting at Celebrating Ceramics in July. Ximena makes contemporary stoneware functional pottery and also figurative raku ceramics. She has trained privately in the UK with a number of British potters and has her own studio in Sussex.
#makermonday #mondaymaker
#makermonday #mondaymaker
January 19, 2026 at 11:12 AM
Ximena Heasman will be exhibiting at Celebrating Ceramics in July. Ximena makes contemporary stoneware functional pottery and also figurative raku ceramics. She has trained privately in the UK with a number of British potters and has her own studio in Sussex.
#makermonday #mondaymaker
#makermonday #mondaymaker
19 January is Brew Monday set up by the Samaritans to encourage people to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues for a cup of tea and a chat. This video shows cups, mugs and teapots made by exhibitors taking part in Celebrating Ceramics taking place at Waterperry Gardens from 10–12 July.
January 16, 2026 at 10:06 AM
19 January is Brew Monday set up by the Samaritans to encourage people to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues for a cup of tea and a chat. This video shows cups, mugs and teapots made by exhibitors taking part in Celebrating Ceramics taking place at Waterperry Gardens from 10–12 July.
Here are a few comments from last year's events at Waterperry Gardens. SPECIAL OFFER FOR THIS YEAR!
TWO EVENTS · ONE TICKET · ONE FABULOUS VENUE
SAVE £8!
Offer ends midnight 31 Jan
Use code NEWYEAR26 at checkout. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
TWO EVENTS · ONE TICKET · ONE FABULOUS VENUE
SAVE £8!
Offer ends midnight 31 Jan
Use code NEWYEAR26 at checkout. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
January 13, 2026 at 8:04 AM
Here are a few comments from last year's events at Waterperry Gardens. SPECIAL OFFER FOR THIS YEAR!
TWO EVENTS · ONE TICKET · ONE FABULOUS VENUE
SAVE £8!
Offer ends midnight 31 Jan
Use code NEWYEAR26 at checkout. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
TWO EVENTS · ONE TICKET · ONE FABULOUS VENUE
SAVE £8!
Offer ends midnight 31 Jan
Use code NEWYEAR26 at checkout. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
Happy New Year!
As we step into the new year, we want to say thank you to our incredible exhibitors, visitors, contractors, venue hosts and others who make our events special. Here’s to another year of craftsmanship and events – we look forward to seeing you in 2026.
As we step into the new year, we want to say thank you to our incredible exhibitors, visitors, contractors, venue hosts and others who make our events special. Here’s to another year of craftsmanship and events – we look forward to seeing you in 2026.
December 30, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Happy New Year!
As we step into the new year, we want to say thank you to our incredible exhibitors, visitors, contractors, venue hosts and others who make our events special. Here’s to another year of craftsmanship and events – we look forward to seeing you in 2026.
As we step into the new year, we want to say thank you to our incredible exhibitors, visitors, contractors, venue hosts and others who make our events special. Here’s to another year of craftsmanship and events – we look forward to seeing you in 2026.
BLACK FRIDAY DEAL
Don't miss an unforgettable experience at Waterperry Gardens next July with our spectacular offer!
Celebrating Ceramics Festival AND Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
Just £6 (normally £14) – SAVE £8!
Ends midnight 30 Nov
Use code BFD26 www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
Don't miss an unforgettable experience at Waterperry Gardens next July with our spectacular offer!
Celebrating Ceramics Festival AND Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
Just £6 (normally £14) – SAVE £8!
Ends midnight 30 Nov
Use code BFD26 www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
November 20, 2025 at 10:43 AM
BLACK FRIDAY DEAL
Don't miss an unforgettable experience at Waterperry Gardens next July with our spectacular offer!
Celebrating Ceramics Festival AND Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
Just £6 (normally £14) – SAVE £8!
Ends midnight 30 Nov
Use code BFD26 www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
Don't miss an unforgettable experience at Waterperry Gardens next July with our spectacular offer!
Celebrating Ceramics Festival AND Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
Just £6 (normally £14) – SAVE £8!
Ends midnight 30 Nov
Use code BFD26 www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/wa...
Ceramic artists - join us at Celebrating Ceramics from 10-12 July 2026 at Waterperry Gardens This juried event offers an incredible opportunity to showcase your work among leading artists. Applications are open until 28 November 2025. www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/index.php/ap...
November 19, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Ceramic artists - join us at Celebrating Ceramics from 10-12 July 2026 at Waterperry Gardens This juried event offers an incredible opportunity to showcase your work among leading artists. Applications are open until 28 November 2025. www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/index.php/ap...
From our makers' hands to your home - shop the spirit of craft all year round. Discover their work online at www.craftinfocusonline.com
November 18, 2025 at 11:42 AM
From our makers' hands to your home - shop the spirit of craft all year round. Discover their work online at www.craftinfocusonline.com
Hannah Dowding designs and makes contemporary bespoke furniture using age-old techniques and materials together with a handcrafted home, lighting and gift range.
You’ll find her on stand 13 in the Contemporary Craft Pavilion at this week’s event at RHS Garden Wisley.
#mondaymaker #makermoday
You’ll find her on stand 13 in the Contemporary Craft Pavilion at this week’s event at RHS Garden Wisley.
#mondaymaker #makermoday
November 3, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Hannah Dowding designs and makes contemporary bespoke furniture using age-old techniques and materials together with a handcrafted home, lighting and gift range.
You’ll find her on stand 13 in the Contemporary Craft Pavilion at this week’s event at RHS Garden Wisley.
#mondaymaker #makermoday
You’ll find her on stand 13 in the Contemporary Craft Pavilion at this week’s event at RHS Garden Wisley.
#mondaymaker #makermoday
Our events open next week at RHS Garden Wisley and they’re the ultimate festive shopping destination. Discover 120 handpicked exhibitors offering unique creations you won’t find on the high street.
It’s the place to start your Christmas shopping.
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
It’s the place to start your Christmas shopping.
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
October 30, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Our events open next week at RHS Garden Wisley and they’re the ultimate festive shopping destination. Discover 120 handpicked exhibitors offering unique creations you won’t find on the high street.
It’s the place to start your Christmas shopping.
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
It’s the place to start your Christmas shopping.
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
📅 One week to go!
Save the dates – 5–9 Nov – for our Contemporary Craft Fair and our Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair RHS Garden Wisley.
Browse and purchase original work by the UK’s finest professional designer makers. Book tickets in advance and save!
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
Save the dates – 5–9 Nov – for our Contemporary Craft Fair and our Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair RHS Garden Wisley.
Browse and purchase original work by the UK’s finest professional designer makers. Book tickets in advance and save!
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
October 29, 2025 at 10:39 AM
📅 One week to go!
Save the dates – 5–9 Nov – for our Contemporary Craft Fair and our Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair RHS Garden Wisley.
Browse and purchase original work by the UK’s finest professional designer makers. Book tickets in advance and save!
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
Save the dates – 5–9 Nov – for our Contemporary Craft Fair and our Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair RHS Garden Wisley.
Browse and purchase original work by the UK’s finest professional designer makers. Book tickets in advance and save!
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
Start your Christmas shopping in style at RHS Wisley, 5-9 November! Browse and purchase unique pieces from the UK’s finest professional contemporary craftmakers and jewellers. #tuesdaytestimonial #testionialtuesday www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
October 28, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Start your Christmas shopping in style at RHS Wisley, 5-9 November! Browse and purchase unique pieces from the UK’s finest professional contemporary craftmakers and jewellers. #tuesdaytestimonial #testionialtuesday www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
Alexandra Aurum is a contemporary jewellery maker who designs and makes unique jewellery. You can view and purchase her work at RHS Garden Jewellery from 5-9 November where you’ll find her on stand 32 within the Desire Fair. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
#mondaymaker #makermonday
#mondaymaker #makermonday
October 27, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Alexandra Aurum is a contemporary jewellery maker who designs and makes unique jewellery. You can view and purchase her work at RHS Garden Jewellery from 5-9 November where you’ll find her on stand 32 within the Desire Fair. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
#mondaymaker #makermonday
#mondaymaker #makermonday
UK makers and artists can now apply to exhibit at our 2026 events held at RHS Garden Wisley, Waterperry Gardens, RHS Garden Hyde Hall and Hever Castle. If you're interested in exhibiting alongside the best and haven't yet received details, please drop an email to [email protected]
October 24, 2025 at 11:18 AM
UK makers and artists can now apply to exhibit at our 2026 events held at RHS Garden Wisley, Waterperry Gardens, RHS Garden Hyde Hall and Hever Castle. If you're interested in exhibiting alongside the best and haven't yet received details, please drop an email to [email protected]
Today is Event Organisers Day. From sorting the dates and contracts with venues to the final marquee going up, our team brings together talented makers, beautiful venues, and thousands of visitors to enjoy the very best of contemporary craft.
October 23, 2025 at 7:08 AM
Today is Event Organisers Day. From sorting the dates and contracts with venues to the final marquee going up, our team brings together talented makers, beautiful venues, and thousands of visitors to enjoy the very best of contemporary craft.
Only two weeks to go until our events at RHS Garden Wisley! From 5–9 Nov we’re bringing together two fantastic fairs in one stunning garden setting: the Contemporary Craft Fair and the Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair, both included with garden admission.
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
October 22, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Only two weeks to go until our events at RHS Garden Wisley! From 5–9 Nov we’re bringing together two fantastic fairs in one stunning garden setting: the Contemporary Craft Fair and the Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair, both included with garden admission.
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
Today’s featured maker is Anthony Theakston known for his bronze and ceramic sculptures of birds primarily barn owls. He’ll be exhibiting with us at our Contemporary Craft Fair at RHS Garden Wisley from 5-9 November. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh... #makermonday #mondaymaker
October 20, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Today’s featured maker is Anthony Theakston known for his bronze and ceramic sculptures of birds primarily barn owls. He’ll be exhibiting with us at our Contemporary Craft Fair at RHS Garden Wisley from 5-9 November. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh... #makermonday #mondaymaker
Application forms for our 2026 mixed discipline events and our Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fairs have now been sent out. If you are interested in exhibiting with us in 2026 and have not received details, please drop us an e-mail to [email protected]
October 16, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Application forms for our 2026 mixed discipline events and our Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fairs have now been sent out. If you are interested in exhibiting with us in 2026 and have not received details, please drop us an e-mail to [email protected]
We’re so excited to be returning to RHS Garden Wisley!
Garden admission includes entry to both events, so come and make a day of it - there’s so much to enjoy (including, of course, the stunning RHS gardens!). Book online in advance and save up to £5! www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
Garden admission includes entry to both events, so come and make a day of it - there’s so much to enjoy (including, of course, the stunning RHS gardens!). Book online in advance and save up to £5! www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
October 15, 2025 at 8:06 AM
We’re so excited to be returning to RHS Garden Wisley!
Garden admission includes entry to both events, so come and make a day of it - there’s so much to enjoy (including, of course, the stunning RHS gardens!). Book online in advance and save up to £5! www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
Garden admission includes entry to both events, so come and make a day of it - there’s so much to enjoy (including, of course, the stunning RHS gardens!). Book online in advance and save up to £5! www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...