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Available Artist Studio Spaces at Waterside Tower Belfast

3 June 2026

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Drawn Threads and Running Stitches – Call for Papers

3 June 2026

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Silver Generations Webinar

22 April 2026

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The European Crafts Alliance Annual Conference 2026: Crafting Wellbeing

22 April 2026

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Manage A Part-Time Creative Business – Online Course by The Design Trust

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Deadline: June 22, 2026

  Monday 22 + Monday 29 June​ ​10am – 12 noon (UK)   Over these two practical sessions The Design Trust will explore how to create a business that fits … Continue reading Manage A Part-Time Creative Business – Online Course by The Design Trust

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Applications are open for the PORTFOLIO Programme!

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Deadline: May 3, 2026

PORTFOLIO is an enduring programme which celebrates contemporary and design-led craft of the highest quality. The PORTFOLIO programme showcases work for the high-end gallery market and its publication is widely … Continue reading Applications are open for the PORTFOLIO Programme!

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Tax Support – Upcoming webinars from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)

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Deadline: May 19, 2026

Listed below are a number of live HMRC webinars that will give the self-employed an understanding of key taxes that affect them and also help employers with payroll. The webinars … Continue reading Tax Support – Upcoming webinars from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)

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Creative Connections

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  Creative Connections is a new peer support and skills development network for creative makers across the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area. Designed to be inspiring, practical … Continue reading Creative Connections

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Opportunities for Makers

Open Call – Group Exhibition – &Gallery Edinburgh

Deadline: June 30, 2026 Read More

Apply for a stand at Cork City’s Glucksman Craft + Design Fair 2026

Deadline: July 31, 2026 Read More

Manage A Part-Time Creative Business – Online Course by The Design Trust

Deadline: June 22, 2026 Read More

Available Artist Studio Spaces at Waterside Tower Belfast

Deadline: June 15, 2026 Read More
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