Handmade in Britain celebrates ten years of contemporary British craftsmanship...

We are excited to announce that this year we will be celebrating our tenth anniversary show! For 10 years, the Handmade in Britain shows have been an annual celebration of the very best of contemporary crafts in the UK today. The fairs have showcased some of the sector's biggest talents and launched the careers of new graduates and emerging designers. The results is a truly unique and high-end event, set to the elegant backdrop of the Chelsea Old Town Hall. With innovative design alongside truly exceptional craftsmanship, the fairs continue to highlight the dazzling talent that the UK has to offer in craft.

Applications now open...

The tenth anniversary show of Handmade in Britain will take place at the Chelsea Old Town Hall, from Friday 11th November to Sunday 13th November (with a Private View evening on Thursday 10th November).

Handmade in Britain welcomes online applications from contemporary craft makers working in the following disciplines: furniture, metal, ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles, woodwork, paper and interior accessories.

Support for contemporary craftsmanship...

Handmade in Britain is well supported by leading industry voices including Crafts Magazine, Ceramic Review, Selvedge Magazine, Craft & Design Magazine, Arts Thread, Resident Magazine and Home of Artisans. The fairs are highly consumer led but are also well attended by trade buyers, interior designers and...

Please see our Application Pack for more information and the event and for details on how to apply. Please note, the deadline for applications is 28th April 2016.

Apply online now: handmadeinbritain.co.uk/chelsea

Call for Applications for Côté Sud 2015

Handmade in Britain are thrilled to announce a brand new international opportunity to exhibit as part of a group stand at Vivre Côté Sud, France in June 2015.

This prestigious open-air event in Aix-en-Provence, a town rich in cultural and architectural heritage is the perfect opportunity for makers looking to explore international markets. With 23,000+ trade and retail visitors over four days, this is an opportunity really not to be missed!

Applications are welcome from makers who produce their work in England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland, and who work in the following disciplines: Fashion design & accessories, Interior design & accessories, glass, textiles, furniture, stationery, metalwork, ceramics, furniture, sculpture, woodwork, prints and etchings.

Apply online now: http://www.handmadeinbritain.co.uk/other-projects/cote-sud-2015/