Craft

Thinking about becoming a professional maker? Did you know that a career in craft isn’t only creatively fulfilling, it’s also good for your health? In this article we learn how running your own craft business can enrich your life, through the words of our amazing community of makers.

We explore the therapeutic benefits of craft on our mental and physical health, from relieving stress and helping people to cope with pain, to building self esteem and finding moments of calm in an increasingly fast-paced and digital world.

There’s something new and exciting at Folksy… The Folksy Clubhouse! This is our brand new Facebook group for Folksy sellers, and here’s a little bit more about it and why we’d love you to join.

We talk to jewellery designer Jo Bignold from Lucylou Designs about her handmade jewellery, her love of hares and how it feels to be part of the craft community…

Meet ‘thread painter’ Emily Tull, who uses a needle as her paintbrush and threads as her paint to create extraordinary works of art.