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We have 2 studio spaces which are soon to become available.
- Studio 1 @ 14.5 square metres
- Studio 6 @ 25 square metres
In the first instance please apply to:Jane Cox : 01886 832 846 or email jane@thefold.org.uk
Metalworker and jeweller Sharon McSwiney
(Studio A, at the front of The Fold)
Working in both precious and non-precious metals such as copper and brass she creates jewellery and metalwork in various decorative finishes.
Jeremy Cornwell
and his team operating from Foal Yard Gallery and furniture workshop(Studio H, opposite Studios A & B)
Devoted to exploring new designs that can be batch produced combining traditional hand finishing and state of the art wood machining techniques.
Emma Waller's Glacier Glass
(Studio C, in the north courtyard to the other side of the ecoCafé)
Emma Waller designs and makes glass pieces using fusing and slumping techniques with glass kilns. Mixing materials, metals, enamel and glass to create stunning colour schemes and unique patterns.
Goldsmith Shivani Patel
(Studio D, also in the north courtyard to the other side of the ecoCafé)
Working exclusively with precious metals, each piece is completely hand crafted. Shivani works using the Korean technique of 'Keum-boo', involving fusing pure gold foil to the surface of silver.
Sarah and Marie-Therese of eekBatik
EekBatik exhibit and sell from the Gallery above the ecoCafe
Sarah and Marie-Therese run workshops in schools and produce batik commissions. Information about Marie-Therese's book "Tree Of Birds".
Eek Batik Workshop - Sunday 18th April 10am-4pm (£50 including all materials and frames). Full info at www.eekbatik.com or phone Sarah on 07518 883523
Roy Dutton of Planetwood
(Studio B, near the front of The Fold)
A new designer maker to the Fold, Roy Dutton of Planetwood is now resident and producing beautiful handmade rustic sculpture.
Catherine Howie
re|fashion - recut - remake - revamp
creating new life from quality clothes
What's at the back of your wardrobe?
Too expensive for the charity shop?
Doesn't fit or its outdated?
Recutting, restyling and remaking of quality clothes.
For a FREE consultation call Catherine on 07854 486869 or call in to Studio 3
Are you a designer maker or craftsperson who would like to be a part of a creative community making a difference towards a healthier, sustainable future?
Call 01886 833422 or e-mail will@thefold.org.uk
