The ARC Shed

23/10/2026

Had a lovely time this morning with the lovely Lucy from The Createhood: 'Meet and Make' Warwickshire
I’ve wanted to try macrame for a long time and this was a great starting point. The fringe isn’t perfect but I fear if I keep trimming it they’ll be none left! 😅
Macrame heart: by my fair hand
Background: AI 🫣

14/10/2026

Hello folks

A very happy Wednesday to you all!

You asked. I listened. I acted. Timed for that perfect Christmas gift

Gift Cards are now available on my website, pick a value or choose your own then add a personalised message for that special person! 🥳

14/10/2026

Good morning, good morning!

The short survey I ran a few days ago is now CLOSED and THANK YOU so much to everyone who completed it.

You should all have received the code for your 10% off any workshop by now so I look forward to seeing you soon 😊

The results of the survey will be in my newsletter later this week so if you'd like to see them feel free to subscribe.

Photo Credit: Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peterson on Unsplash

07/10/2026

I don’t live close enough to ‘pop in’ but if you do, this sounds like a lovely way to spend an autumn morning or afternoon 😊

🍂 The perfect autumn afternoon? A crisp walk, a seasonal spiced drink and a good book… 📚☕
Have you discovered our Book Exchange yet?

Cosy season has arrived at Hagley Park and Visitor Centre so after a refreshing autumn walk, find your favourite spot, settle in and enjoy one of our delicious Autumn drinks from the café with a good read! 🍁

Whether you’ve brought your own book or discovered your next one in our Book Exchange, there’s nothing quite like a good story, a warm drink and a beautiful view.

“Reading is a conversation. All books talk. But a good book listens as well.” 📖

So, bring a book, swap it for a new one, grab your favourite autumn drink and settle in. ❤️

05/10/2026

With Ed Sheeran – I just earned their Sheerio badge! 🎉

04/10/2026

With National Trust - Packwood House – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉

04/10/2026

Ed Sheeran meet your quazy quacking alter ego created by the talented - and equally quazy (but delightful) The Artful Crafter -GB 🎸 🦆 😂

🦆🎸 THINKING OUT LOUD… I’VE GONE AND MADE AN ED SHEERAN DUCK! 🎸🦆
🎶 I’m in love with the shape of you… 🎶
Well, Ed, I’ve been busy up in Wigan, and I’ve only gone and turned you into a DUCK! 🤣🧡
He’s a little bit Perfect, a little bit Shivers, and definitely one for the Bad Habits collection! 😂🎤
I might not be Photograph-ing the real Ed, but I’d LOVE him to see his feathery alter ego! 🦆❤️
So come on, duck lovers… let's see if we can get this little ginger legend in front of the REAL Ed Sheeran! 👀
TAG HIM, SHARE HIM, LET'S GET QUACKING! 🦆📣
Ed, if you're reading this… fancy adopting your own duck? I promise he won't sing The A Team in the bath… probably! 🤣🤣
Made with love, paint and a healthy dose of daftness by The Artful Crafter GB in Hindley Green, Wigan. ❤️
🦆🎸❤