@QESTcraft

QEST is a charity that transforms the careers of talented and aspiring makers by funding training and education.

 London, UK
qest.org.uk
Joined June 2012
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HUGE THANKS to fab workplace volunteers from @QESTcraft - craftspeople inspiring students with future creative careers. Jane Fryers, Tom Sargent, Su Blackwell, Nicola Gillis, Hannah Griffiths, Kathie Murphy & Siân Elizabeth Evans. Volunteer for just 1 hour/year @InspiringTF
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Meet the Makers who will be speaking at our Crafts in Heritage virtual event. We’ll explore the vital role @QESTcrafts careers play in preserving and enhancing our built environment. Register for Thurs 23rd Jan 11 – 12 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
"Meet the Makers. Louis Curtis, Historic Timber Conservation. Willow Corbin, Thatching. Elizabeth Ashdown, Passementerie. All photography credits to Julian Calder/QEST". Photos of volunteers. Inspiring the Future logo.

ALT "Meet the Makers. Louis Curtis, Historic Timber Conservation. Willow Corbin, Thatching. Elizabeth Ashdown, Passementerie. All photography credits to Julian Calder/QEST". Photos of volunteers. Inspiring the Future logo.

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Are you a professional in craft, making, conservation or restoration? You can help inspire the next generation of craft and making professionals! Sign up to our @QESTcraft webinar to learn how you can get involved: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
QEST volunteers showing students their crafts. QEST logo. Inspiring the Future logo.

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In November, we hosted an incredible craft careers fair with our partners @QESTcraft , showcasing some of their inspiring craftspeople and showing 150 year 10 and 11 students how their school subjects can be used in collaboration with creativity for exciting careers!
QEST volunteers talking with students at craft careers fair.

ALT QEST volunteers talking with students at craft careers fair.

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Great to see @jahdayfordesign featured in October's edition of @houseandgardenuk - plus a mention of the current #blackartisans exhibition at Haworth Art Gallery :) Info bit.ly/4cJwffo houseandgarden.co.uk/ @craftscouncil @CreativeLancs @heritagecrafts @qestcraft
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Having a bee farmer apprentice is a great asset to the business. Ros has just completed her first year and is looking forward to the season ahead. @QESTcraft @rowsehoney @BeeFarmersAssoc #beefarmerapprentice #bfaapprentice #qestapprentice #qest #qestcraft #rowse #rowsehoney
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Signwriting, embroidery, textiles & more – thanks to our @QESTcraft volunteers for a great event with Y10 art and product design students @WingfieldAcademy, Rotherham. Makers - want to take part in future activities? Sign up for our 5 Dec info session 👉 bit.ly/46sG0wa
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After a brilliant first activity with @QESTcraft volunteers last week, we’re delighted to be hosting an info session to encourage more makers to sign up! Join us on Tues 5 Dec to find out more about the joys and impact of sharing your career insights 👉 bit.ly/46sG0wa
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Illuminating Silver – In Conversation ONLINE EVENT Monday, October 16 · 12:30 - 1:15pm Join silversmith Rauni Higson in conversation with @QESTcraft CEO Deborah Pocock as they celebrate her first solo exhibition, Illuminating Silver For more and to book buff.ly/46N6UP3
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In honour of the #WomensWorldCup, we wanted to celebrate the female makers who are exhibiting in our @QESTcraft #MaterialMatters exhibition, which is entering its final 2 weeks at Court Barn. Here are basket weaver Susan Early and shoemaker Lilly Deeming in their workshops...
Basket weaver Susan Early sits in her workshop, surrounded by baskets and willow.

ALT Basket weaver Susan Early sits in her workshop, surrounded by baskets and willow.

Shoemaker Lilly Deeming at work in her workshop, working on a piece of leather at a sewing machine.

ALT Shoemaker Lilly Deeming at work in her workshop, working on a piece of leather at a sewing machine.

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We had a wonderful morning yesterday with @villagethatcher Joe Thornton and @QESTcraft apprentice thatcher Jack Richardson. Huge thanks to all for such an interesting Q&A! 👏
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.@heritage_crafts Fascinating @CountryfileMag article narrating the history of withy pot making for @crabpotdave reliving the five generations of pot making in East Devon ..... @EnglishRiviera @QESTcraft @TorbayCulture Good to see the craft also revived in Torbay @BrixhamMuseum
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Are you a craftsperson who is passionate about environmental sustainability and is actively making a difference? Heritage Crafts has teamed up with @QESTcraft to introduce a new Sustainability Award with a £2k cash prize. Applications close on 1 Sept. awards.heritagecrafts.org.uk…
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Maker Opp: QEST Scholarships and Grants The autumn round of @QESTcraft scholarships and grants are now open for applications from established and emerging makers. D/L: Mon, 14 August 2023 Find out more: buff.ly/44Anxwz Image: Daniel Freyne, QEST Scholar 2021
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Congratulations Lulu Harrison on receiving a @QESTcraft scholarship! Lulu's glassworks, made from River Thames shells and sand, were featured in our Autumn/Winter 2022 issue. Read the interview in our digital archive (free for our members) shop.exacteditions.com/craft… 📷 Ejatu Shaw
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Looking forward to our withy pot making day in Brixham next Saturday. Hoping to meet with many locals and tourists alike, to promote and celebrate our fishing industry heritage, through the display of traditional lobster pot making. #brixham #heritage #fishing #heritagecraft
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👏🏿👏🏻 to QEST @Turners_Company Scholar @EleanorLakelin who is the winner of the @QESTcraft Award for Excellence 2023. Sponsored by Thomas Fattorini, it is awarded to a QEST Scholar who has made a significant contribution to their craft. qest.org.uk/category/stories…
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Tickets are still available for our workshop with the hugely talented and experienced basket weaver Susan Early! Weave your very own Somerset willow basket using traditional techniques. 13 July 10-4pm, tickets £70 + £5 materials fee 📞01386 841951 or 📧[email protected]...
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✨🎉☁️#THEDREAMBOOK IS OUT TODAY!!!☁️🎉✨ My debut picture book as author and illustrator started as part of my MAin Children’s Books Illustration at CSACBI and thanks to the wonderful team at @templarbooks it became real! 💫 - I can’t wait for you to read it! 🥰
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Chipping Campden is home to lots of thatch, but if you want to check out this craft up close, our #MaterialMatters exhibition includes this gorgeous 'Thatcher's Square' by @QESTcraft apprentice thatcher #JackRichardson and master thatcher #JoeThornton 😍
Zoomed photo of Thatcher's Square. Split hazel fixed to combed wheat straw on a sweet chestnut timber frame.

ALT Zoomed photo of Thatcher's Square. Split hazel fixed to combed wheat straw on a sweet chestnut timber frame.

Zoomed photo of Thatcher's Square. Split hazel fixed to combed wheat straw on a sweet chestnut timber frame. Diamond shapes secure the wheat straw.

ALT Zoomed photo of Thatcher's Square. Split hazel fixed to combed wheat straw on a sweet chestnut timber frame. Diamond shapes secure the wheat straw.

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