Learning & Support

Useful resources for makers

Use our online tools to find other makers, opportunities, upcoming events and crafts imagery.

  • Jodie Bishop, glassmaker, Next Move placement at Plymouth College of Art and Design; Photo: Tas Kyprianou, 2006

    Opportunities and important contacts for makers

    Search the comprehensive Craft Directory for contact details of UK-based organisations that work with contemporary craft makers. Plus search or join the largest UK directory of makers and find a variety of opportunities available to makers.

    Search our Crafts Directory
  • 'Heart Vases', (24x20cm) by Kamini Chauhan; Photo: Tas Kyprianou, 2007

    Search the Photostore® image library

    Looking for inspiration? Browse our database of around 1,000 selected makers and images of their work. As well as images from the Crafts Council's own Collection, Crafts magazine, exhibitions and fairs.

    Visit the Photostore® image library
  • 'Nightbird' 2006 by Anna King; (12cmx10cm h); Photograph: Shannon Tofts. Craftscotland

    What's happening in the crafts world?

    A diary of exhibitions, events, courses and conferences delivered by the Crafts Council and other organisations in your region.

    Find out what's on

Related links

  • Persistence Works

    Based in Sheffield's Cultural Industries Quarter, the studio accommodates artists and makers. Contact them directly for further details about their Start up Programme.

    Visit website

  • Jewellery Sector Investment Plan

    Established in 2005, this scheme intends to revitalise the London jewellery scene.

    Visit website

See also

  • National Register of Makers

    Join the largest UK directory of makers.

    Find out more