Cornish Art and Contemporary Crafts Blog

Open the dictionary and scan the pages for the word ‘craft’, and you’ll find the definition stated as ‘an activity involving skill in making things by hand’. Often lumped in with ‘Arts & Crafts’, craft can be seen as the lesser respected of the pair. Many artists and makers avoid using the word for fear of…

Buying jewellery is a shopping experience like no other. Much like art, the jewellery we choose to wear will accompany us through life. As the paintings that hang on our walls make our houses feel like a home, the jewellery we wear each day becomes part of our identity. Take them away, and we feel…

Creatives in Cornwall are often lured in by the natural landscape here, whether it’s the famous golden light in the sky, or the rich clay in the ground. Inspired by the ever-changing scenery and dynamic natural forms in Cornwall, not to mention an abundance of clay, this county has a long legacy of experimental ceramicists…

If you’re a beach lover in Cornwall, chances are you’ve enjoyed combing your fingers through the sand looking for shells. Occasionally, you might come across a small pebble-shaped burst of colour, which is sea glass! Sea glass is responsible for a jewellery movement rapidly growing in popularity, due to its eco-friendly credentials and the thrill…

Buying gifts can be tricky, especially in an age where we’re more aware of shopping well – seeking out affordable items that have been made ethically and will last a long time. It is the thought that counts, but we also want to give presents that will be loved and cherished. With a strong connection…

Falmouth, Cornwall is the chosen town for a melting pot of creatives, entrepreneurs, surfers, sailors and many more. Located on the south coast of Cornwall, the seaside town of Falmouth is vibrant all year round, thanks to Falmouth University, and a fantastic festival schedule, not to mention the many independent shop owners who keep things…

Christmas is a time for giving, so we’re giving a shout out to our wonderful neighbours on Falmouth’s Old High Street. A Guide To Independent Shopping In Falmouth Did you know that the vast majority of Falmouth businesses are independent? The town is full of entrepreneurial spirit and this is exemplified in the variety of…

The Christmas season is drawing near! Whether you buy handcrafted or make your own, we explore why giving the gift of handmade always means so much more. Why Buy A Handcrafted Gift? When buying something handmade by an artist or maker, you are buying more than just that particular gift or item you are also…

A little something I have been working on behind the scenes, Form Art Festival Friday 30 Sept to Sunday 2 Oct 2022. Friends Born Out Of Adversity Ann Morgan of Morgans gallery and I first met in 2020 and bonded over both coincidentally trying to refurbish Grade II listed buildings and open our new businesses…

Do you Beach Clean? What do you do with your found treasures? The Great British Beach Clean This September, from the 17th to the 26th, thousands of people will take to the beach all over the UK to take part in the annual Great British Beach Clean. At Inspire Makers we champion sustainability wherever possible…

Why it’s good to spend time on exploring your creative side…. It's A Fact! In May 2019 BBC Arts published a piece of research, the “Great British Creativity Test” which surveyed 50,000 people about which creative activities they took part in. Researchers identified three key ways that creativity is used: as a ‘distraction tool’ to avoid…

One year on, I look back and reflect on the inspiration behind “Inspire Makers”. The Best Laid Plans... Who would have known that when my husband and I decided to relocate permanently to Falmouth in 2019 that the COVID-19 pandemic was around the corner. Potentially not the best time to start a new business, but…