July 2005
Latest news, events, opportunities and training for the Scottish crafts community.
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Featured Maker
This month on our home page we are showcasing work by glass artist Alison McConachie. This vessel is one of a series inspired by a visit to Venice. Read more »
Latest News
A new exhibition celebrating the work of Tim Stead including his furniture, tactile sculptures and writings has opened at the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh. Read our review»
Four of Scotland's young jewellery designers were selected to take part in One Year On in London. Read more »
Quilt Art Twenty, an exhibition which pushes the boundaries of quiltmaking, opens at the Collins Gallery in Glasgow. Read more »
craftscotland marks its first birthday with a free reception and display of work to review the year and look forward to the future. Read more »
Deadlines to remember in July and early August:
Coburg Glass Prize 2006 - 31 July 2005
Craft Residencies in Moray - 1 August 2005
Craft Residency in North Lanarkshire - 5 August 2005
View a list of opportunities and training.
Craft Calling
craftscotland is piloting an email discussion list which works in a similar way to a conference call. In the past week there have been posts about 20-foot long knitting needles, standing books and selling in America. Join the conversation»
Craft in Scotland
craftscotland showcases contemporary work by skilled makers from all over Scotland. At the heart of the website is a searchable directory which gives every maker, craft gallery or retailer their own complimentary web page. To search for makers, visit Makers Search. To find craft galleries and retailers in a specific area, use Venue Search.
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