Studios and sales

Studio 1-3
The French Collection Gallery & Studio
The French Collection Gallery & Studio - Soraya French
Monday Closed
(open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Please note the studio may be closed due to prior teaching commitments

Soraya has been a full-time artist since 1992, working in Watercolours, Pastels, Acrylics and Mixed Media. Flowers, African scenes and seascapes are her favourite subjects where she can use the play of light and vibrant colours to full effect. She demonstrates her painting techniques to art groups across the south of England and London and runs private workshops, and is also a demonstrator for Daler-Rowney. Soraya is the current President of Andover Art Society.

Due to variable opening hours, if you are specifically visiting the studio, please contact me on 01264 772000 or 01264 350181 to make an appointment.

 
01264 772000
soraya-french@ntlworld.com
www.sorayafrench.com

Studio 4
Busy Hands
Busy Hands - Pauline Foster
Monday Closed
(open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Closed 24th & 25th June 1:30 -4:00, 27th June 10am-12pm
Pauline Foster’s Busy Hands does just what the name says and keeps your hands artistically busy. Pauline is master of the art of papercraft, designing and making beautiful cards and other intricate work, which she sells, demonstrates and teaches in her studio. Pauline also presides over a warren of craft materials to feed the cravings of the craft enthusiast – and what’s more she will show the uninitiated how to use them.
 
07831 819026
pauline.foster@tiscali.co.uk
www.Busy-Hands.me.uk

Studio 5
Cove Contemporary Jewellery
Cove Contemporary Jewellery - Marc Johnson
Monday Closed
(open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday Closed

Marc Johnson handcrafts fine contemporary jewellery, concentrating on commissions, stock designs, and re-modelling. He uses sourced or the customers own stones, creating bespoke one-off pieces or incorporating them into his unique stock designs. Marc specialises in fine diamonds and coloured precious stones which are set into platinum, palladium, 18ct & 9ct gold, & silver, resulting in an item which is both adored & admired. Most repairs are undertaken, subject to initial evaluation. Marc is an associate designer craftsman of the British Jewellery Association and of the British Jewellery Giftware & Finishing Federation.


 
01264 772003
marc-johnson@btconnect.com
www.cove-jewellery.co.uk

Studio 6
Heather McNeilly Stained Glass
Heather McNeilly Stained Glass - Heather McNeilly
Monday Closed
(open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Heather McNeilly first learned the craft of making stained glass windows more than 12 years ago, using the traditional leaded light method.

Initially working from a spare bedroom, she received such a steady flow of commissions that her hobby quickly grew into a flourishing business.

In her well established studio, as well as designing and creating larger pieces such as windows and door panels, Heather also makes a range of striking stained glass giftware, including mirrors, light catchers, lamps and lanterns, her love of nature frequently being reflected in her work.

Heather now gives lessons in the art of stained glass - see her website or contact her for details.

 
01264 773471 or 0776 585 4783
heathermcneillysg@hotmail.com
www.heathermcneilly.co.uk

Studio 7
The Village Carpenter
The Village Carpenter - David Stephenson
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Open Bank Holiday Mondays

David Stephenson has had an interest in woodwork from a very early age, since leaving school he went on to train as a joiner and furniture maker. He now specialises in making bespoke furniture using traditional and modern techniques. From tables and cabinets to boxes and small gifts David also undertakes furniture restoration including polishing and repairs.

07545562669
david@stephensonfurniture.co.uk
www.stephensonfurniture.co.uk

Studio 8
Fair's Fayre
Fair's Fayre - Helen Carter
Monday Closed
(open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Please note - closed Good Friday
Helen Carter, a retired nurse, is a volunteer for Tearcraft and Traidcraft. She has a passion for Fair Trade that gives overseas producers a fair wage, good working conditions and dignity. She has visited producers in India, Nepal, Brazil and Rodrigues and has experienced first hand the difference that a single purchase in the UK can make to partners abroad. Helen’s workshop, aptly named Fair’s Fayre, offers an attractive diversity of selected and imported giftware.
 
 
01264 771112
fairsfayre@tiscali.co.uk
www.fairsfayreandover.co.uk

Studio 9
Acorn Crafts
Acorn Crafts - Ron Caddy
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 7pm-9.30pm
Thursday Closed
Friday 7pm-9.30pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Please note - closed Good Friday
Acorn Crafts fine pens

Ron Caddy of Acorn Crafts has been involved with timber for most of his working life. He was introduced to the skills of woodturning in the late 80s and specialises in producing practical items such as fine pens rather than art forms. He uses mainly British, Australian and some sustainable exotic timbers.

Acorn Crafts fine pens
 
07903 313065
 
www.thepenmakers.co.uk

Studio 10
Miranda
Miranda - Miranda
Monday Closed (open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Miranda’s is a combination of floristry and bespoke wedding jewellery. Ranging from bouquets and buttonholes to tiaras and fascinators.
 
Miranda is a special event florist with a wealth of experience and knowledge. Whether it’s a wedding or a charity ball, any event can be catered for no matter how large or small.
 
If you feel like making your own jewellery, Miranda’s also stocks a collection of crystals and semi precious stones.
 
For more information visit us at www.mirandas.org.uk
07855416355
mail@mirandas.org.uk
www.mirandas.org.uk

Studio 11
Parker's Handmade Cakes and Chocolates
Parker's Handmade Cakes and Chocolates - Barbara Parker
Monday Closed
(open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm
Step inside and explore chocolatière Barbara Parker's enticing chocolate shop, it's a real Aladdin's cave for chocoholics! Superb handmade chocolates, chocolate wedding and celebration cakes, chocolate figures, fun chocolate and elegant chocolate all vie for your attention!
 
 
01264 771 938
parkerscakesandchocolates@yahoo.co.uk
www.parkers-cakes.com

Studio 12
Metal Storm
Metal Storm - Marek Woznica
Monday Closed (open Bank Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Marek Woznica has been crafting fine items of metalwork and jewellery since 1990.With a rich family history, jewellery making and art is in his blood. He hand carves his original designs in pewter, producing a range of brooches, pendants and buckles, often on an astrological or nature based theme.

Applying his background in engineering machinery to woodturning he marries wood and pewter into exquisite art objects such as goblets and trinket boxes. A man of many talents he has also trained as a Gypsy Wagon maker and painter. Marek produces a range of fine ornamental pieces, large and small to suit every budget, as well as taking commissions for a specialised project.

 
 
 
www.metalstorm-uk.com

Studio 14
Fabricraft
Fabricraft - Lianne Hill
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am to 4pm
Thursday 10am to 4pm
Friday 10am to 4pm
Saturday 10am to 4pm
Sunday 10am to 4pm

Lianne specialises in high quality handcrafted Christmas stockings, bowties & cummerbund sets and personalised shoe bags. Working all year round, Fabricraft will also undertake individual and personalised orders. A large range of craft fabrics, ribbons and accessories are also available.

Sewing tuition is also given by Maggie Forbes for adults and children - please contact us for more details.
 
01264 772275
lianne.hill@fabricraft.co.uk
www.fabricraft.co.uk


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