“Crafting is a method to reduce stress”- Pendlebury craft fair showcases local talent

This Sunday, Salfordian crafters are showing and selling their work in Pendlebury at the Spring Craft Fair.

The fair is from midday until four and will be held at the Pendlebury Social Club.

Ranging from colourful sweet designs, knitted work and art the event allows every aspect of arts and crafts to be shown.

Owners of Sweet & Cheerful Treats,Kelly Rowlands and Brad Kimmins, are hosting the fair.

The event showcases talent from The Craft Hares, Sarah Jameson Paintings paintings, Oak Tree Wood Crafts and Sweet & Cheerful Treats.

Owner of Sarah Jameson Painting says: ‘Painting is more of a sideline really as I work full time. I paint in my spare time and I go to about five craft fairs a year.’

The Craft Hares consists of Emily Jane, 30, and her mother, Jean. They began their business three years ago, but have previously been selling hand knitted items to family and friends.

Both women worked in patient facing roles in the NHS during the pandemic.

Emily said: “We started The Craft Hares, to relieve some of the stress during the pandemic as we often use crafting as a method to reduce anxiety after busy days at work.

“We started selling knitted hats alongside other products such as face coverings, scrunchies and bags.

“Craft fairs have helped us to develop relationships with different communities in the local area.

“We love attending fairs, because we love to meet new people, and share our products with others.”

There are craft fairs happening across Salford throughout the year, in Swinton and Eccles which are celebrating local crafters.

On Saturday the 22nd of April SPG events is hosting their first event at Swinton Square shopping centre.

SPG events say: “It is a new event for 2023 bringing local businesses and Artisan crafters together to showcase their handmade gifts and much more.”

The event will be held on the last Saturday of every month and showcases handmade soaps, flower arrangements and handcrafted jewellery.

On Sunday 30th of April ANJU Events UK is hosting a free Craft fair at Elm Bank Masonic Hall in Eccles. The event is held from 11am till 4pm and showcases handmade crafts, gifts, refreshments, and bookable afternoon tea.