Professional Development

Buying and selling craft

As consumers become more aware – of quality, originality, choice and ethical issues – the role of craft in the UK’s creative economy is flourishing. Whether you’re interested in buying or selling, find out more about this growing industry…

An enormous number of people already buy contemporary craft in the UK, an estimated 5.6 million pieces per year, representing a larger market than that of the visual arts.

By buying hand-made products by UK-based makers and designers rather than a factory-made object, we can help protect our environment and support our creative community – as well as owning exciting one-off original objects made by enormously talented people.

See also

  • Crafts Council Collective

    Professional development for makers delivered through five strands.

    Learn more