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We have spent 21 years creating some of the most beautiful craft festivals in Europe. Along the way, we have gathered a loyal and knowledgeable audience of followers that love and appreciate skilfully, handmade objects. We want to connect our audience with a curated collection of the finest makers, regardless of where they are based.

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THE WELSH GIRL

THE WELSH GIRL… a modern take on tradition

With a passion for wool and a vision to re-ignite and celebrate the heritage textiles of Wales I set up TWG in 2015. The range currently consists of practical, functional lifestyle designs for the self and the home - the signature poncho, scarves, cushions, bags and bespoke interior commissions.

Everything is designed and handmade at my studio in Hay on Wye. The patch/block works are created from a combination of traditional flannel and new flannel. Working closely with the mill, the cloth is woven in limited edition runs and colour combinations unique to TWG.

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    The Capital of Craft Podcast with Cathryn Gwynn

    Craft Festival Wales Special

    I met Cathryn Gwynn at her home studio in Cilgerran, a village near Cardigan in West Wales. 

    Her early life in Cardiff led her to a career in writing, editing and finally teaching at Preseli School. She later began an access course in art, leading to a degree in Textiles from Carmarthen School of Art in 2020.

    Text, texture and textile: three words which reflect sher practice as a mixed-media artist. She is drawn to thread, pen, ink and paper and work somewhere on the cusp of these materials.

    Cathryn Wynn will be giving an illustrated talk about her work at The Capital of Craft at Craft Festival Wales at Cardigan Castle. 

    Her work is part of an exhibition of 8 important Welsh makers at Canfas Gallery in Cardigan. Woven, curated by Suzi Park from Cambrian Wool, runs from September 5-October 5th. 

    Craft Festival Wales September 5-7, 2025

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    Award Winning Festivals

    Since 2003 we have run multi-award winning Festivals in Bovey Tracey, Devon, Cardigan and Cheltenham. In June, we host the UK's best loved and finest contemporary Craft Festival in Bovey Tracey featuring over 200 curated makers. Hosted in idyllic parkland on the edge of Dartmoor. Complimented by an dazzling number of workshops, demonstrations, masterclasses, talks, family activities, street theatre, live music and feasting! In March we head to the beautiful Regency town of Cheltenham, presenting 100 makers at Craft Festival at the Town Hall. In September we will be hosting our first Craft Festival Wales at Cardigan Castle.

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    Signs of Spring in Devon

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    Signs of Spring in Devon

    SIGNS OF SPRINGHello! I hope this finds you well? As I write this, the sun is streaming through the office windows at Craft Festival Towers. And it feels so good! It's lovely to see the daffodils and snow drops popping up everywhere. Plans for Craft Festival Bovey Tracey are in full swing. We're putting this final touches to our brand new website, I can't wait to share it with you. I hope it will be easier to navigate and look GORGEOUS! Craft CinemaWe're putting the film programme together for the Craft Cinema. If you have any suggestions of short films (ideally less than 10 minutes), please email me a link for consideration.Time to Book Your Workshops CLICK HERE to get stuck in!You can also sign up to volunteer now, keep scrolling for details.Enjoy the sunshine and some spring time, craft inspiration from Craft Festival.  Best wishes,Sarah James MBE

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