The Craft Unit

Did you know #thecraftunit items are now available in my new pop-up #thehandloomroom @FarringtonsShop Thanks to @RadstockNubNews for helping to share the news! rb.gy/30m4id

Some beautiful pieces from #thecraftunit are appearing in my new pop-up shop #thehandloomroom at Farrington's Farm Shop, #farringtongurney - opening tomorrow! And then Thurs-Sats 9.30am-5pm. Do come and see! #sociallycrafted #locallycrafted #artisancrafted

A really insightful piece by the wonderful @katejlovell about juggling little ones, working lives and wellbeing in #lockdown - rb.gy/xh69fx

It's the 1st June already! Father's Day is coming up so we have created a special collection. Why not give your pa an ethical gift that supports charities and social enterprises across the country this year? #June2020 thecraftunit.co.uk/father-s-…

Join us in celebrating #fairtradefortnight - with every purchase from thecraftunit.co.uk you'll get a delicious Divine chocolate bar to enjoy! We believe that makers and producers around the globe should work in safe and fair environments Get your freebie between 24/02-08/03

Look no further for a fantastic range of unique #christmasgifts for the festivities. Each of our items has been made by #craftspeople with #LearningDisabilities or #mentalhealth conditions in the UK and Europe. Reclaimed wood frame £25, horse pencils £5 thecraftunit.co.uk/collectio…

While it's not strictly related to #thecraftunit I thought I'd share anyway...it's a new Etsy shop that I've started with my own handwoven scarves. If you're feeling chilly - or looking for Christmas presents why not have a look! etsy.com/uk/shop/CoverletDes…?

A glimpse at our textiles whilst packing for Clevedon Sunday Market this weekend! Do come and see us in the lovely Clevedon on Sunday from early til 2pm At #thecraftunit, up to 60% of revenue goes back to the organisations that support the makers to flourish #Clevedon #Somerset

Looking forward to taking part in the #MakersMarket @cheeseandgrain this Saturday! Come down and take a look if you're in #Frome there will be lots of lovely #craft for sale. #inclsuive #shapingequality #madeintheuk

As it's far too hot to dig fence posts into the garden, I thought I would revisit the Craft Unit's blog instead! You can have a read of my recent Edinburgh adventures, should you like to... thecraftunit.co.uk/blogs/new…

Very excited to have a wonderful collection of new textiles from #GarvaldEdinburgh up on the website! Blankets and cushions are handwoven with 100% #NewLanark wool, by skilled weavers who have #learningdisabilities thecraftunit.co.uk/collectio…

I visited Edinburgh last week to collect some new work for my shop thecraftunit.co.uk and was struck by the accessibility in the city, particularly the BSL interpreted monitors on the buses! #accessibility #inclusion #bestcity

A sneak peek at what's coming soon to the Craft Unit! Exquisite handwoven blankets in #Newlanark wool, crafted in Edinburgh by a skilled weaver who also has a #LearningDisability Keep your eye out on the website over the coming week! #heritagecraft #craftingequality #handwoven

Are you going #plasticfree in the bathroom? Our fabulous new ceramic soap dishes are perfect for holding your soap and shampoo bars. Each dish has been individually #handcrafted by ceramicists with #learningdisabilities in South London #oneplanet #FridayFeeling #zerowaste

Forget the chocolates this #EasterWeekend - we will be getting our eggs from these beauties! #HappyEaster and enjoy the sunshine!

We have got some amazing new products in the online shop, each piece has been individually #handcrafted by people working in supported environments. Take a look here thecraftunit.co.uk/collectio… - do keep an eye out over the coming weeks for even more new work too! #watchthisspace

The Craft Unit has had a revamp! What do you think of our shiny new website? thecraftunit.co.uk/ New stock will be coming in spring too! #UKGiftAM #SundayMorning

We have some lovely #ceramic items in our new sale! thecraftunit.co.uk/collectio… simply use the code WINTERSALE at the checkout to apply 20% discount. Importantly, this sale does not impact the revenue that goes back to the amazing organisations that support the makers. #FridayFeeling

Having a rather nostalgic look back to where the Craft Unit began - as a pop-up shop in Clerkenwell Green, London. Here is a glimpse of some of the wonderful #crafts we were selling back then, all made or designed by craftspeople with #learningdisabilities

Just another supreme gift idea! thecraftunit.co.uk/collectio… Each fox is individually handcrafted by a member of @BrandonTrust who has autism. She also published her own illustration book this year too! #foxes #lovewildlife #AutismAwareness