The British Ironworks Centre, located just outside Oswestry, saw its second annual Homemade Festival reach a new level of success recently.
Serving as one-of-a-kind platform for more than 150 craftspeople and artisans, the festival celebrates all things homegrown and handmade, shedding light on creativity and sparking new ideas within communities.
The Ironworks believe that "innovation starts from the home".
Much of their inspiration is drawn from the small creative businesses and individuals surrounding them.
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Spotlighting these creators and their impressive works is a fundamental aspect of everything the Ironworks do.
Clive Knowles, the chairman of The British Ironwork Centre, said: "It was so fantastic to see the sheer volume of artisans choosing to use upcycled and recycled objects in their work.
"Revigorating what already exists and creating something beautiful from old or disused items is something we’re really passionate about here at the Ironworks, so it’s really lovely to see that our local creatives are doing the same."
From the festival’s kick-off on Friday, July 26 morning to its end on Saturday afternoon, the centre was busy with spectators and keen shoppers.
The festival concluded with awards being presented to several stallholders for their efforts.
The 'Best in Show’ award was scooped up by the youngest creative of the year, a 17-year-old named Luke Evans from Metalworx by Luke.
Mr Evans reported having a highly successful weekend, with his creations drawing inspiration from the Ironworks centre itself.
Other awards were given out to Sally Greenland for 'Best Greeting', Kelly Kraus for 'Most Innovative Stall', Isla Hatton for 'Best Smile', Neil Rintoul for 'Most Quirky Creations', and Joy Dawes for 'Best of British'.
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