Events Diary 2025

Events Diary 2025

Living Crafts
May
8
to 11 May

Living Crafts

We are a four day festival of art, craft and design that has supported outstanding contemporary designer-makers and artisans from across the UK since 1974. Immerse yourself in our creative world with live demonstrations, workshops and activities for you to enjoy with friends and family.

We are looking forward to our next event from Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 May 2025 in the beautiful parkland of Hatfield House in Hertfordshire.

Join us for a memorable day out.

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Folk By The Oak Festival
Jul
20

Folk By The Oak Festival

This year I will be returning to the Craft Tent at this fantastic local folk music festival, held in Hatfield Park.

New collections of handwoven bags, scarves and eye pillows will be available to buy, alongside weaving kits and cotton yarn packs.

Last year I ran several weaving workshops during the day and this year I have another fun family workshop planned, which is open to both adults and children.

You can weave your very own placemat or mug rug in a selection of striking patterns, using a Rigid heddle loom. Visit the stand early on to book your place, as there will be a limited number of workshops available, so weavers have space to work and can get plenty of guidance with their projects.

£10 p/p - 1 hr workshop including materials and a pre-set loom.

Workshops will run at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm

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Spirella Unbound
Nov
28
to 21 Dec

Spirella Unbound

Members of the Herts Visual Arts Forum Textile Group present an exhibition of artworks at the Broadway Gallery, Letchworth. All exhibits will be inspired by various aspects of the rich history of the iconic 1930’s style ‘Spirella’ building based in Letchworth Garden City.

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Shop Small Christmas market
Nov
23

Shop Small Christmas market

We are thrilled to be taking over the Town Hall again in lead up to Christmas with a whole weekend of Christmas Shopping.  Join an incredible collection of over 70 talented Small Businesses and explore beautifully handcrafted products while supporting the local community.  Perfect as unique gifts for all ages.

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Herts Open Studios 2024
Sept
7
to 28 Sept

Herts Open Studios 2024

The Baldock collective are looking forward to welcoming you to the Baldock Arts and Heritage Centre for their Herts open studios 2024 exhibition.

There will be an eclectic mix of artworks on display including paintings, prints and woven textiles.

The gallery is open to the public 11am - 3pm on a Wednesday, Friday & Saturday.

Join us for the opening afternoon 1-3pm on the 7th August, where we will be serving complimentary refreshments and you can meet the artists and chat to them about their work.

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The Contemporary Textile Fair
Mar
15
to 17 Mar

The Contemporary Textile Fair

The Contemporary Textiles Fair is somewhere textile enthusiasts, collectors, and art lovers can come to find artworks with texture, wearable masterpieces, handmade homeware, and unique curiosities. From stitched wall-hangings with conceptual significance to carefully designed and handcrafted objects, we champion exceptional talent in textiles.

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Exhibition preview for Herts Visual Arts Open studios
Sept
9

Exhibition preview for Herts Visual Arts Open studios

You are invited to join the artists for the preview of our Herts Visual Arts Open studio exhibition at The Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre on Saturday the 9th September, 1-3pm.

There will be free tea (or a glass of prosecco) & plenty of cake on offer and an opportunity to chat to us about our work.

Hope to see you there!

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