Latest News

Earth & Fire 2013
19 Jun 2013 - Earth and Fire is one of the UK's premier ceramic events and offers the unique opportunity to purchase original works of art directly from over 100 of Europe's most acclaimed potters.
CraftNet East Midlands in collaboration with the Crafts Council
19 Jun 2013 - CraftNet is a leadership network. It has a core group of individual members who represent each region and undertake to organise regional networking meetings to discuss issues relating to the sector.
Keep Calm and Carry Yarn!
19 Jun 2013 - Whatever your age, whether you're an absolute beginner or accomplished knitter, crochet addict, felter, spinner or weaver, visit The National Centre for Craft & Design's annual celebratory 'woolly' event on Saturday 22 June 2013.
Phiona Richards latest news
18 Jun 2013 - Phiona's exhibitions, workshops and news.
Design Factory's 'Next Generation!'
18 Jun 2013 - Are you bursting with inspiration and ideas, think you've got what it takes to be one of the region's top designer/makers, unsure of where to turn to for support... Design Factory is here to help and guide you!

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Welcome to Design Factory

Arts Council

Design Factory is the leading creative development agency in the East Midlands.

 

Bursting with ideas and inspiration, this website showcases award-winning and unique products designed and handmade by the very best makers from the East Midlands region of the UK.

 

From sumptuous textiles and sculptural ceramics to contemporary furniture and jewellery, there is sure to be something for you, your home or someone special!

 

We are working with hundreds of selected designer/makers from across the region to help them achieve their ambitions. If you are a designer/maker, visit our membership page and find out what we can do for you!

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