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We have spent 21 years creating some of the most beautiful craft festivals in Europe. Along the way, we have gathered a loyal and knowledgeable audience of followers that love and appreciate skilfully, handmade objects. We want to connect our audience with a curated collection of the finest makers, regardless of where they are based.

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MAKER OF THE DAY

Deborah Beck

Deborah Beck creates environmentally conscious jewellery collections in Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. The daughter of a biologist, Deborah’s interest in the natural world was ignited at an early age. Following previous careers in TV drama production and as a Personal Trainer, her jewellery making journey began more recently. After studying for a Diploma, graduating with a distinction and a special award for creativity, Deborah now combines her environmental concerns with her silver and plastic-smithing skills to create sustainable wearable art from recycled metals and discarded waste materials. Deborah was selected for Shine 2022 by the Goldsmiths' Centre and her work is currently on display in their atrium exhibition. In 2021, Deborah was selected for ‘Rising Stars’ at The New Ashgate Gallery and ‘Stars in the Making’ at The Goldsmiths Centre. Deborah’s innovative work has exhibited at galleries which include Manchester City Art Gallery, Leeds Craft and Design Gallery, Billcliffe Gallery, Glasgow and she recently held her first solo show at Globe Arts Studio. Deborah regularly exhibits at contemporary crafts events around the country including Handmade Chelsea, GNCCF, Lustre, The Hepworth Gallery Makers Fair and Art & York, where she won the Jan and David Roberts’ Emerging Maker prize. Deborah’s jewellery has featured in the BBC dramas Death in Paradise, In the Club and London Kills.

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    The Capital of Craft Podcast with Cathryn Gwynn

    Craft Festival Wales Special

    I met Cathryn Gwynn at her home studio in Cilgerran, a village near Cardigan in West Wales. 

    Her early life in Cardiff led her to a career in writing, editing and finally teaching at Preseli School. She later began an access course in art, leading to a degree in Textiles from Carmarthen School of Art in 2020.

    Text, texture and textile: three words which reflect sher practice as a mixed-media artist. She is drawn to thread, pen, ink and paper and work somewhere on the cusp of these materials.

    Cathryn Wynn will be giving an illustrated talk about her work at The Capital of Craft at Craft Festival Wales at Cardigan Castle. 

    Her work is part of an exhibition of 8 important Welsh makers at Canfas Gallery in Cardigan. Woven, curated by Suzi Park from Cambrian Wool, runs from September 5-October 5th. 

    Craft Festival Wales September 5-7, 2025

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    Award Winning Festivals

    Since 2003 we have run multi-award winning Festivals in Bovey Tracey, Devon, Cardigan and Cheltenham. In June, we host the UK's best loved and finest contemporary Craft Festival in Bovey Tracey featuring over 200 curated makers. Hosted in idyllic parkland on the edge of Dartmoor. Complimented by an dazzling number of workshops, demonstrations, masterclasses, talks, family activities, street theatre, live music and feasting! In March we head to the beautiful Regency town of Cheltenham, presenting 100 makers at Craft Festival at the Town Hall. In September we will be hosting our first Craft Festival Wales at Cardigan Castle.

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    Preparing to Sell on Tour

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    Preparing to Sell on Tour

    One of, my many, favourite phrases is "Nothing changes, unless you make changes". I've made a few changes myself. Nutrition, movement, interests and outlook. And we've a new website about to be revealed! Change is good, I promise.⁠⁠If you are running a maker business and are looking to make some changes and new ideas, then join me for Preparing to Sell. ⁠⁠Our first event in Bovey Tracey was a sell out, but you have 4 more opportunities to join me and network with fellow makers. ⁠⁠Next week, I'll be in Cardigan for Preparing To Sell WALES⁠ on February 2nd, 9.30-3pm at Theatre Mwldan,⁠ Cardigan⁠.⁠⁠I'll be leading Preparing to Sell, which gives makers at all stages of their career, the best possible advice for developing your business, marketing and selling directly to the public. The day is also suitable for students who want to get ahead.⁠⁠I will be joined by maker business owners, Sophie Snow, Justyna Medon from Addicted to Patterns and representatives of the National Eisteddfod.⁠⁠The day includes:⁠⁠· Why sell directly to the public? How to Make Your Show a Success⁠⁠· How to Apply for Craft Fairs, ideas on stand presentation, sales techniques and tips and the importance of good photography⁠⁠· How to manage a portfolio career.⁠⁠· Why take part in the National Eisteddfod? ⁠⁠· What are the Do's and Dont's when taking part in big events.⁠⁠Book Your Place NOW⁠ BOOK PREPARING TO SELL WALES

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