Mafia Makes - January 2015

We're kick starting a crafty 2015 with some Japanese paper folding led by the Mafia's own Caroline Coats. Meet us at The Beagle on 20th January for a spot of origami, cake and a chat.

To book your place email manchestercraftmafia@gmail.com. Equipment and materials are provided.

Details of Mafia Makes for the rest of 2015 will be announced shortly, keep an eye on the blog, facebook page and/or twitter for more details.

Arley Hall and The Great British Food Festival

This past weekend The Manchester Craft Mafia and friends braved the chilly winter weather to support the Great British Food Festival by providing a delightful array of craft and gift stalls. They might have said we were mad to go two days under canvas but a lovely time was had by all. Who can complain with some of the best British mince pies just meters away?

The complete list of stall holders is here, followed by some photos of the goodies on offer below. If you'd like to see more you can click the links to be taken to the individual maker's website (where available).

• Lucy Elisabeth  (website)
• So Satsuma (website)
• 3 Little Peas (facebook)
• Black Box Designs (website)
• Sara Brelsford Designs (facebook)
• Scavenger Annie (website)
• Alice Rope Illustration (facebook)
• Melimelon Shop (facebook)
• Opal Gems (website)
• That Silver Touch (facebook)
• Black Star Leather (website)
• Lady Chain Saw Carver (website)
• Eyewood Designs (website)
• Ben Sedman Photography (website)
• Paper and Stitch (website)

Did you see us at Arley Hall? If you bought anything from us at Arley Hall, or at Wythenshawe the week before we'd love to see pictures of you with your MCM goodies, please do post them on the MCM facebook page (here), tweet us (here) or email us (here).

Testing, testing...