all about the handmade shop, suffolk ...

The Handmade Shop & Gallery is a collective group of talented East Anglian designer-makers.

The gallery is managed and staffed by the makers who share the day-to-day running and costs of the gallery.

When you make a purchase from us the money goes to the person who actually produced your item.

You can be sure that you are truly supporting local independent makers and your local economy whilst purchasing something beautiful and unique.

Buy local and support handmade!

our team and our street

The Gallery was opened in 2016 and is jointly owned and managed by Designer & Illustrator, Jane Crick & Silversmith, Shelley Watts.

Alongside their amazing team of volunteers - you will always find someone who actually made something inside the shop sitting behind the desk to welcome you - usually busily working on their current project!

Acting as Agents for over 40 different artists, complemented by a Guest Artist each month, work is updated regularly to reflect the seasons so there's always something new and exciting to see, with many items inspired by East Anglia and Bury St Edmunds.

St John's Street is a vibrant street full of welcoming independent shop and cafes - it's the perfect spot to spend the day discovering your new favourite shops and places to eat and drink!

how to join us?

We Act as Agents for Artists & Makers living and working in East Anglia.

The Gallery operates on a monthly paid for rent a shelf basis.

If you are interested in being a Guest Artist, or joining our waiting list to rent a shelf, please fill this form which will start the selection process.

We will be in touch with you as soon as we are able...