Get creative at Newport craft fair

Enjoy crafting workshops at Made by Hand festival

Made by Hand at Tredegar House offers a selection of craft workshops and masterclasses. (Photograph: Sarah James)

If you’re feeling crafty and itching to try something new then unique craft fair, Made By Hand, is the place to be.

The event, which runs from 2-4 December, will aptly take place in Tredegar House, Newport’s beautiful 17^th-century mansion, and exhibit the work of 150 inspirational designers from across the UK.

Sarah James, project manager for Made by Hand, said crafting is about enjoying simple pleasures and the event provides the opportunity to take part in a variety of workshops. From embroidery and beadwork to making buttons and bunting, there’s something to entice everyone.

Sarah was approached by Newport City Council to organise the fair, which is now in its second year. “The event has really captured people’s imaginations and I have great pride that it’s in Wales,” she said.

And there’s more…

Made by Hand is a unique craft fair taking place at Tredegar House in Newport. It offers the opportunity to take part in craft workshops and masterclasses and appreciate the work of 150 designers from a range of craft sectors including textiles, ceramics, wood and silver.

For a full list of the workshops and demonstrations taking place visit the Made by Hand website. Masterclasses are free but some workshops need to be booked in advance and secured with a £5 fee. Material fee is £5 to be paid on the day. See individual workshops for details on how to book.

If you would like to find out more about the designers and companies exhibiting visit the website’s Who’s Who page.

For contact details, directions on how to reach Tredegar House, detailed opening times and prices click here.

If you would like details about The Contemporary Craft Fair which takes place in Devon next June visit the website.