{"id":20624,"date":"2011-06-21T09:00:29","date_gmt":"2011-06-21T08:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=20624"},"modified":"2024-03-20T16:30:58","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T16:30:58","slug":"craft-central-gets-hitched-london-handmade-wedding-fair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/craft-central-gets-hitched-london-handmade-wedding-fair\/","title":{"rendered":"Craft Central Gets Hitched ~ London Handmade Wedding Fair"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Judy Bentinck Millinery<\/p>\n

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I am thrilled this morning to introduce {www}’s newest sponsor, Craft Central, who is hosting a fabulous event for all you brides and grooms to be…..<\/p>\n

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Craft Central<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Gets Hitched 2011<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Central London\u2019s handmade wedding fair <\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Event Dates: 23-25 June 2011<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Join us for a drink at the Special Launch Night on Thurs 23 June, 4-8pm<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Late Night Shopping on Fri 24 June, 11am – 7pm<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid the High Street crowds on Sat 25 June, 11am \u2013 5pm.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Location: 33-35 St John\u2019s Square, London EC1M 4DS<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

FREE ADMISSION With Royal nuptials in the air, Craft Central shares the wedding excitement this summer\u2026 Wedding coming up? Fed up of sprawling soulless commercial wedding fairs? Compact and bijoux, get personal at Craft Central! All you need to add a handmade touch to the big day.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

With free admission and a host of amazing wedding vendors, it sounds like a brilliant and unique event. I will leave you with Sarah form Craft Central to tell you more \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

{w} Hi, could you firstly tell {www} readers a little bit about you? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Craft Central is a not-for-profit arts organisation supporting UK craft and design. We have 2 exhibition spaces in central London and run a busy events calendar, packed with exciting opportunities to access (and buy!) a wide variety of craft and design. From dressing yourself (millinery, jewellery, handbag design, bridal wear, knitwear and fashion accessories) to dressing your home (ceramics, glass, textiles, and lots of cushions!) \u2013 our audience really are spoilt for choice!<\/p>\n

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Hetty Rose Shoes<\/p>\n

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{w} What do you love\/dislike about your job? <\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

We love meeting all the designer makers \u2013 we have a national Network of over 550, so there\u2019s always lots happening! Another great perk is all the amazing craft and design we get to see (and often end up buying \u2013 it\u2019s far too tempting!).<\/p>\n

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Josef Koppmann Rings<\/p>\n

{w} How did Craft Central decide to get into the wedding industry? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Inspired by the Royal nuptials, with a loyal craft-hungry audience and a wonderful network of exceptional designer makers, we thought it was about time Craft Central organised a weddingfair. Hence the launch of Craft Central Gets Hitched: Central London\u2019s Handmade Wedding Fair (23-25 June 2011) \u2013 a chance to give your wedding some character and browse unique, handmade products.<\/p>\n

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Alicia Vintage Ribbon Garter<\/p>\n

{w} What do you aim to achieve for your visitors? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

We are fed up of sprawling soulless commercial wedding fairs! Compact and bijoux, we hope to offer a more personal handmade touch to our clients\u2019 big day. From the bride herself to guests looking for the ideal gift, there\u2019s something for everyone\u2026 From \u2018classic\u2019 wedding essentials, to the slightly more unusual, products on offer will include: Bridal fashion; Invitations; Bookbinding for photo albums; Millinery; Jewellery (rings in particular!); Wedding branding; Gifts (such as Ceramics, Interior Products, Silversmithing, etc); Tasteful Hen\/Stag fashion and accessories; Father\/Mother of Bride\/Groom fashion and accessories; Bunting; Decorations; Favours and table paraphernalia\u2026 Craft Central Gets Hitched is a one stop wedding shop!<\/p>\n

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Amy Keeper Jewellery<\/p>\n

{w} What style are your exhibitors? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Craft Central Gets Hitched boasts 45+ designer makers ready to help out with all aspects of those wedding \u2018to do\u2019 lists!<\/p>\n

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Alleweireldt Rings<\/p>\n

{w} Could you tell us some information about your packages\/prices? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

These will vary for each designer, but they will all be on hand at the show to discuss their individual packages\/prices. Meeting the maker makes shopping a real treat \u2013 particularly when it comes to wedding shopping! Bespoke services and commissions will be available, as well as ready to buy pieces.<\/p>\n

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Hetty Rose Shoes<\/p>\n

{w} Do you have any tips for couples in selecting their wedding suppliers? <\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Go handmade!!<\/p>\n

{w} How can we get in touch with you?<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

\nEmail me sarah.hewett@craftcentral.org.uk
\nOr give us a ring 02072510276<\/p>\n

Thanks so much to Sarah for telling us more about this amazing event… so take a look at their website and head down to the fair, with free admission it’s a great day out xoxo<\/p>\n

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