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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.

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Here's a comment from a visitor to our Contemporary Craft Fair at RHS Garden Wisley last year. It really does make a lovely day out as you can also enjoy the beautiful gardens as well as the craft fair. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...

#TestimonialTuesday #TuesdayTestimonial

24.02.2026 05:59 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Here's a comment from a visitor to last year's show at Waterperry Gardens. It says it all really. Visit to discover the best in contemporary ceramics. Book your tickets now - the earlier you book the more you'll save! www.celebratingceramics.co.uk

#TuesdayTestimonial #TestimonialTuesday

24.02.2026 05:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Julie O’Sullivan presents a body of work shaped by living alongside the Thames Estuary. Julie hand builds using a very coarse-textured stoneware clay. Visit her stand at Celebrating Ceramics this summer and see and purchase her work.
#makermonday #mondaymaker

23.02.2026 05:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Exhibiting with us at RHS Garden Wisley from 30 April – 4 May is Gemma Wightman Ceramics who creates beautiful ceramics from her Surrey studio. Visit her stand at Wisley this Spring to view and purchase her work.

#mondaymaker #makermonday

23.02.2026 05:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Our events in July at Waterperry Gardens take place on the lawns in front of Waterperry House.

Visitors can purchase a combined ticket to visit our events and the gardens if they wish.

Check out this video: youtu.be/D-jW9XkGk54?...

20.02.2026 10:41 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our first event of 2026 is at RHS Garden Wisley. Visit to browse and shop from the UK's finest independent professional craftmakers and artists and enjoy demonstrations, specialist food exhibitors and live music. Book online in advance and save. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...

19.02.2026 09:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrate Mum with Thoughtful, Handmade Gifts! Email from Craft In Focus Don't Wait! Unique Mother's Day Gifts are Just a Click Away. Discover unique gifts - handcrafted by the UK’s finest makers Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s th

This Mother's Day, explore unique, handcrafted gifts made by talented UK makers. Support independent makers and artists while finding the perfect gift for your loved ones. Visit our online platform for a diverse selection of jewellery, ceramics, textiles, and more.
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17.02.2026 11:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We love hearing what our visitors think and we’re delighted that so many return year after year!

This spring, the Contemporary Craft Fair is back at RHS Garden Wisley, bringing together some of the UK’s finest designer-makers. Book now and save. www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...

17.02.2026 08:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Visitors Loved It - Don’t Miss This Year’s Event at Waterperry Gardens from 10-12 July!

Tickets are now on sale and you can save by booking in advance.

www.celebratingceramics.co.uk

17.02.2026 08:29 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Last Chance: Showcase Your Work at the UK's Leading Craft Fairs Email from Craft In Focus Limited spaces available Last Chance To Exhibit Alongside the Best at the UK's Leading Contemporary Craft Fairs Limited Spaces Available at Our Events This Year It's no surpr

Last chance to apply for a space at the UK's premier contemporary craft fairs! With limited spaces remaining at RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Hever Castle, and RHS Garden Wisley, this is an opportunity not to be missed. We encourage UK makers from all disciplines to apply.
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16.02.2026 12:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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RHS Wisley: Craft In Focus Spring Fair – Fine Handmade Boxes A Return To Wisley.... Last spring, I was incredibly disappointed to have to cancel my participation in the Craft In Focus contemporary craft fair at RHS Wisley

Great to have Fine Handmade Boxes exhibiting with us again this year. View and purchase his work at RHS Garden Wisley this spring - see this short blog on his website: finehandmadeboxes.com/rhs-wisley-c...

16.02.2026 09:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Dama Designs create furniture, homewares, wall dΓ©cor and special gifts made from sustainable hardwoods and resin. They will be exhibiting at our first event of the year at RHS Garden Wisley www.craftinfocus.com/next-fair/rh...
#makermonday #mondaymaker

16.02.2026 09:39 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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David Chilton works in the medium of porcelain paper clay and stoneware, hand building figurative sculpture and vessels from sheets of clay.
View and purchase his work at Celebrating Ceramics this July. www.celebratingceramics.co.uk

#makermonday #mondaymaker

16.02.2026 09:29 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Maxine of Big Black House Design Co is a designermaker specialising in contemporary wood and ironwork. You can view and purchase Maxine’s work at our events at RHS Garden Wisley from 30 April-4 May and at RHS Garden Hyde Hall in August.
#makermonday #mondaymaker

09.02.2026 12:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Carrie Kendra is exhibiting for the first time with us at Celebrating Ceramics this year. She creates functional ceramics handmade from porcelain white stoneware and decorated with vibrant blues and turquoise colours. #makermonday #mondaymaker

09.02.2026 11:48 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet the Team (Caricature Edition!)
Since everyone is jumping on the caricature bandwagon, we thought we’d introduce the people behind the scenes at Craft In Focus (Rob, Sal, Petya, Kevan and Disco the office dog!)

09.02.2026 11:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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

06.02.2026 09:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Gifts That Say 'You're Special' Email from Craft In Focus Find The Perfect Gift - Handmade and Unique Discover unique gifts - handcrafted by the UK’s finest makers Valentine’s Day is just around the corner with Mothering Sunday foll

This Valentine’s Day, give the gift of something truly unique. Explore handcrafted gifts from the UK’s finest makers at Craft In Focus Online. From beautiful jewellery to thoughtful keepsakes, find the perfect expression of love. Also don't miss out on our upcoming events.

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06.02.2026 08:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Copper and Stainless Steel Eternal Rose - Craft in Focus Online copper and stainless metal rose gift

Saturday 7 February is Rose Day so today we’re sharing a piece by Lindon of LS Metalcrafts who creates unique metal sculptures inspired by the beauty of the natural world.
You can purchase via our online shopping platform #roseday www.craftinfocusonline.com/product/copp...

05.02.2026 12:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Bursary Awards In 2024 the Turners’ Company are offering Bursaries to help talented turners develop their skills and to move to a higher level of achievement. Applicants need to present a clear plan of how the award...

Bursary Awards for Woodturners, open for applications turnersco.com/craft/bursar...

05.02.2026 10:58 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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...

03.02.2026 11:30 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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...

03.02.2026 10:57 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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

02.02.2026 12:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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 .

02.02.2026 11:12 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Limited Time offer Email from Craft In Focus Save Money on Tickets β€Š Exclusive New Year Ticket Offer β€Š Events at Waterperry Gardens, near Oxford Ring in the New Year with an unbeatable offer for our events at Waterperry

The ticket offer for our events at Waterperry Gardens ends on 31 January!

Enjoy both the Celebrating Ceramics Festival and the Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair for just Β£6 instead of Β£14. Use voucher code NEWYEAR26 at checkout.

Book now and save! conta.cc/49irBoC

29.01.2026 08:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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...

27.01.2026 11:57 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

26.01.2026 13:21 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Celebrating Ceramics - Exhibitors 2025 Exhibitors at Celebrating Ceramics 11-13 July 2025

The list of exhibitors at this year's Celebrating Ceramics Festival at Waterperry Gardens in July can now be seen on the website. And don't forget to order reduced priced tickets by 31 January using discount code NEWYEAR26 - it's a great saving! www.celebratingceramics.co.uk/index.php/ex...

23.01.2026 10:41 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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

19.01.2026 11:12 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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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.

16.01.2026 10:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0