Author Archives: jennyduff

Wanting to share their skills and expertise, the sessions were devised by the makers to bring their creative practices to the group of individuals from all ages and the give an opportunity to try each, create a finished piece and spark an interest in new skills. The crafts discovered wereGilding with Carrie Webb of WebbContinue reading “Workshops with Brighter Days Makers April 2026”

Thank you to Crafts Council and Kent County Council for funding these workshops for 13 to 18 year olds. The Makers of Tomorrow project champions and builds a greater understanding of craft in all its forms as a viable career including improved knowledge of career pathways. Practical workshops for 13 to 18 year olds wereContinue reading “Makers of Tomorrow February 2026”

We had a great weekend at the home of Brighter Days, Marine Studios in Margate as part of the East Kent Artists’ Open Houses trail. Jenny Duff, Bohemia & Flower, Nicola Lebon, heraldblack, Sea Worn Jewellery, Love From Joy x, Jane Ellison Studio, Alma Caira, The Black Rabbit, Webb & Gray, Bloc & Boon, KateContinue reading “Open Studios 11 & 12 October 2025”

We had a great time at Marine Studios for an evening of making and crafting. Brighter Days makers were be on hand to share their knowledge with you – from creative darning, to felting, patchwork and rag rugs – we loved meeting those that came to explore and have a go at regenerative and restorativeContinue reading “Making with Brighter Days July 2025”