Handmade craft makers at Lavenham in April.

“My name is Barbara Chaplin and I have been a contemporary mosaic artist for over 10 years producing both 2D and 3D creations for the home and garden.  I will be bringing the garden table pictured below to the “simply Events” craft fair on 16th April and hope to see you all there.  The table is priced at £100 but I have many other lovely creations for sale too!”

A variety of engraved glassware.

“Introducing The TINY Soap Lab – set in the heart of Finchingfield

Just over two years ago, our family uprooted and moved to the quintessentially English village of Finchingfield, surrounded by beautiful Essex countryside. Together, we decided to combine our creativity and set about learning a whole new set of skills.  Making our first batch of handmade soap was a revelation and we immediately fell in love with soap-making. We discovered first-hand the benefits of using skin-loving oils and butters in our recipes. We made soaps for friends and family and their positive response was overwhelming: we knew this was the path we needed to follow.

Here at The TINY Soap Lab we make our soap the traditional way, by hand in small batches. We use the highest quality skin-loving oils and butters. Our core recipe consists of natural, coconut oil, olive oil, shea butter and castor oil – all playing a vital role in creating a cleansing, moisturising soap bar with a creamy lather. Each artisan range features other carefully chosen, star ingredients which makes them extra special.   To complete the indulgent experience, we add the most amazing scents to our soaps. There is something for everyone at The TINY Soap Lab – we offer the choice between fragrance oils, natural essential oils or the option to go fragrance-free if preferred.”

The TINY Soap Lab offers four ranges: Hemp, Oat Milk, Facial, Castile.  Website: tinysoaplab.uk. Instagram: @tinysoaplab

Luxury, Artisan, Vegan-friendly and Cruelty-free

“My name is Georgina and last year in lockdown I decided to get crafty and put all my time and focus into learning a new skill and this is where Fluffyclawartprints was established.  I design a wide range of Art Prints mainly for children, and the theme is mainly animal based. I am a huge animal lover and I love bringing, colour, fun and adventure into the art prints I design. So children’s imaginations can run wild with the quirky creatures that are presented in the pictures that I create.
I also have an online store through Etsy were you can take a look at lots of my designs, I’m always updating new ones to keep up with the latest trends. I can also take orders for personalising art prints if desired.  I also sell candles, mirrors and greeting cards for all occasions, and much more! Look forward to seeing you at a craft fair soon. WWW.Fluffyclawartprint.com “

Original hand painted watercolour paintings.

“A bit about me …..’ I’m inspired by nature, the intricate details in nature’s designs, especially flora.  I love to capture that image and moment.  Then I design and create and print photo greeting cards. It’s all ‘in-house’. My website is www.cardsinbloom.co.uk “

“Cortissa ‘s business idea and inspiration started at the University of Essex after I concluded a research on cork as part of my Masters’ dissertation.   I have discovered that cork products have amazing quality, look, and feel, yet sustainable fashion products.

£79 Sally is simple and elegant, and it comes in fun and bright colour. The outside of the wallet comes in a bright colour, and its interior is in natural cork colour and has plenty of space for your cards with eight slots for cards, two bigger slots for larger documents, space for notes and a pocket with a zip for coins. Super light that will feel comfortable in your bag.”

“Mervyn Linford is a poet, author and publisher who manages a small not-for-profit-press from his home in Lavenham. He also publishes Littoral Magazine (online) which is a free to view magazine of prose, poetry, photographs and artwork concerned with nature, spirituality and environmental issues. His own books of prose and poetry are mostly concerned with natural history, local history, the arts, literature, agriculture, the weather and angling. A few of his works are autobiographical and a number of his other books are country journals where he documents the flora and fauna of the Essex and Suffolk countryside throughout the seasons of the year.”