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Welcome to designermakers21

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designermakers21, perched at the top of the Heritage Triangle opposite the Corn Hall in Diss, South Norfolk, has become known for it’s unique mix of excellent craft, educational interest and warm and welcoming atmosphere.

This shared, creative and vibrant centre embraces traditional and contemporary craft practices with an inspiring range of textiles, prints, sculptures, mosaics, jewellery, tailoring, weaving and carpentry. designermakers21 aim to educate and involve the community in all things craft while continuing to excel in their fields of expertise, providing visitors with an experience to remember.

members of designermakers21 standing outside 21 St Nicholas Street

Members

Members are crafts people who have a studio at designermakers21, and display work in our galleries. They make their products when the centre is closed to the public. Our members run workshops and are on the premises during opening hours – Thursday to Saturday – come in and watch them working, ask them a question or even commission a unique handmade piece.


Associate Members

Associates of designermakers21 don’t have studio space on the premises, they make their products elsewhere, and display their work in the downstairs galleries.


Guest Members

Guest Members are designer/makers with a temporary studio space at designermakers21. They are with us for 3-6 months, and are on the premises during opening hours Thursday-Saturday. Guest Members are often early career makers, or established makers focusing on a change of direction in their practice.


Incubator Studio Artists

A new initiative for 2025, our Incubator Studio Artists are with us for 12 weeks, until the start of April. Artists are often looking to develop their craft/art practice in a specific direction, and gain experience working in a shared studio environment.