Crafts in the Valley

Contact name: Melanie Louise

275
Total bookings

Rating

(285)

about 9 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I’m Melanie, I deliver a range of creative art and craft workshops from my studio in Cragg Vale, near Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire. As an artist and craftsperson, I enjoy playing with fused glass and textiles. I’m inspired by the array of colour and texture found in nature. I’m a fully qualified secondary school Art and Design teacher with a BA Hons Degree in Fashion and Textiles. A workshop with Crafts in the Valley is a special day out, learn creative skills and de-stressing! We refer to it as Creative Escapism.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Hebden Bridge

Crafts in the Valley - Batik textile workshop in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

5 hours

Next date: 31st Jan 2026

(34)

£80.00

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Hebden Bridge

Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

1 day

Next date: 18th Jan 2026

(81)

£85.00

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Hebden Bridge

Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

5 hours

Next date: 28th Feb 2026

(46)

£75.00

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Hebden Bridge

Crafts in the Valley - Fused Glass Light Catcher Workshop.

3 hours

Next date: 17th Jan 2026

(2)

£65.00

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Hebden Bridge

Fused Glass - Circle Art

4 hours

Next date: 25th Jan 2026

£95.00

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Hebden Bridge

Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

3 hours

Next date: 7th Mar 2026

(40)

£70.00

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Hebden Bridge

Fused Glass Wave and Dichroic Glass Jewellery Workshop with Crafts in the Valley

3 hours

Next date: 17th Jan 2026

(20)

£70.00

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Hebden Bridge

Landscapes and Seascapes in Fused Glass

3½ hours

Next date: 8th Feb 2026

£80.00

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Hebden Bridge

Winter Birds - Fused Glass with Crafts in the Valley

3 hours

Next date: 7th Dec 2025

(23)

£65.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

4 Dec 25'

Nicky reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"I organised this private workshop for my sisters and a few friends, in lieu of Christmas gifts..we all enjoyed the day. Melanie's instructions are very clear, she's always on hand to help, we all could let our creative juices flow and complete more than we expected. Really looking forward to collecting the fired pieces."

4 Dec 25'

Andrea Hainsworth reviewed: Winter Birds - Fused Glass with Crafts in the Valley

"How I love Melanie's classes. This time I attended the Three Little Birds workshop and, as ever, it was a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon, with lots of goodies to eat too. Melanie is so knowledgeable and patient and is more than happy to pass on her expertise, helping in any way she can. The choice of materials is excellent, you are spoilt for choice. You don't have to be artistic, just enthusiastic, and Melanie is there to help you with the rest. Can't get enough!"

26 Nov 25'

Patricia Godward reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"We had a wonderful afternoon! It was all highly organised with plenty of materials, ideas and guidance where needed. Thanks Melanie for making us very welcome. The mulled wine and lemon cake went down a treat! Hopefully we'll see you again."

26 Nov 25'

Harriet reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"Melanie is a lovely lady who guides you through the process in an easy to follow way. The options for design are great with lots of cool things to add on. We were provided with tea and biscuits then mulled wine and cake. It was such a lovely afternoon and I could recommend it enough "