New Prints

Have you checked out our new prints?

'A Cautious Cat'

Original Screen Printed Art.
A mix of digital and hand drawn imagery.
Hand pulled screen print on natural colour ribbed cotton.
Limited Edition of only 15.
Prints are Mounted, Framed, Signed & Numbered.
Image size  16 x12 inch
Frame size  20x16 inch
Can be purchased Here

'Flower Flies'
Street art inspired original screen printed art.

Hand pulled screen printed art, using a mix of spray paint  create an unique and individual print.This particular image is printed on high quality ivory 300gsm card and mounted on whitecore mountboard (which does not yellow with age), with bevel aperture. Picture is A4 in size  (mount aperture size is 7.75” x 11.24”).
Frame size required is a 12” x 16”.
Purchase Here

Forage Christmas Markets!

Still seems too early to be banging on about xmas, but we will anyway:) We'll be at several markets in the Calder Valley on the run up. So far we've had a fantastic reception to a new range of prints, where we've also been assisted by our fabulous intern Mary (an art & design student at Huddersfield University) in the studio and the stalls. Our last dates in November & December are:

30th - Hebden (Holme St Arts Center)

December

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14th - Bacup Victorian Xmas Market

21st - Hebden (Holme St Arts Center)

22nd - Hebden (Holme St Arts Center)

Keep an eye on the online shop for a new original work in the coming weeks, or try to visit us on the stall. Feel free to bring us mince pies, mulled wine and presents - it is christmas after all.

Coffee Sack Cushions

Lover of coffee??

Then Check out our collection of Coffee sack Cushions Online Now!

Handmade Arts Market in Mytholmroyd

The lovely little town of Mytholmroyd will be buzzing this Saturday with another appearance of the Handmade Art Market.

The Methodist Church on Scout road in Mytholmroyd is where you will need to be!

Free Entry!

Open from 10am - 2:30pm.

Cafe open and serving food by Mytholmroyd Marmaladies WI

Regular crafters/makers/artist appearing:

Handmade With Love

Michelle Campbell Art

Upcycled Angel

Hearts of Mine

Myself of course Forage and Art & Photography by Forage
And many, many, many More!!!

Also to entice you for a visit, taster massages and reiki sessions are on offer!
So would wouldn't you want to be there???
Get all your handmade Christmas shopping done here!

Getting ready for winter!

We're usually not this organised :)

Recent Commission: Upcycle, Recycle, Make do & Mend

Recent Commission: Upcycle, Recycle, Make do & Mend

Ellen from Upcycle, Recycle, MakeDo & Mend a keen crocheter came up with a great idea and design for all you lovers of crocheting.

A tote bag to store all your crocheting needs with a cheeky slogan!





























Having worked on collaborations with Ellen previously it was exciting to be asked to use our silk screen printing skills in creating these tote bags.

The tote bags are 100% natural cotton and have been hand silk screen printed on.

These tote bags can be purchased via Ellen's Facebook page Upcycle, Recycle, MakeDo & Mend.
With only 12 available and few snapped up already you best be quick in purchasing.

Any queries regarding our silk screen printing services feel free Email Us.

New Gift Shop in Sleaford, Lincolnshire.

New Gift Shop in Sleaford, Lincolnshire.

Yesterday morning I set off on a mini road trip to a part of the country I have never visited - Lincolnshire, more precisely Sleaford town centre.

My main reason for being Sleaford was to attend a new gift shop opening, why? You say!

Well the lovely owner of this new shop, Katy - was ever so kind enough to ask to stock some of Forage’s products. 

Not only is she supporting Forage, she has stocked many other small handmade businesses products, helping their work gain greater exposure leading to more sales!

Katy, the new owner of Katezart Designs Craft, Gift and Clothes Store  also has her own small business Katezate Designs , She hand paint ceramics to cater to your designs and wishes.

So you live in Lincolshire? Now you know where to shop for this year Christmas presents- you will find something for everyone. 

  You can purchase gorgeous hand made cushions and home decor from  Sew A Fat Hen


And Beautiful handmade hanging heart from Tabi Love Handmade keepsakes





















Silk Screen Prints by Art & Photography by Forage 

And papercut art prints by My Paper Cut Heart

 Home decor goodies by Forage 

And Alexandra Lauren

Handmade Clothes by Lynn Fisher Designs

I must say I was very happy with my purchases......

Card by Axleandra Lauren (ALCDesigner)

Many more Artist/designers and Crafters makes available at this wonderful store- so pop a visit.....

'Midnight Moon In the Garden Of Delight'

'Midnight Moon In the Garden Of Delight'

This is a single edition *only*. No more prints of this image will be produced. 
Orginal Art, mounted and framed. £30.00 postage UK £5.00 #silkscreenprints.  
Email Us to purchase, please include your paypal address. It will offered to the first buyer only!!

Frame size 16 x12 inch (Image size A4).

We're on holiday :)

Next stop Malta! Shop will be open in 2 weeks with some new stock for August. Forage x

And the winner is......

And The Winner is........... Drum Roll.......

 Zuzana Lalikova!!!  BIG CONGRATULATIONS

If you could please email forageuk@gmail.com  your postal address and the Owl print ‘Blue Birds’ will be on its way to you.

Zuzana I do hope you love your new print and thank you for taking part.

Commiserations to the rest of you and thank you dearly for entering- if you are really in love with these prints and would like to purchase one then please visit online store http://forage.tictail.com/products/art-prints - and be quick as they are selling out fast......

Thank you again and stay tuned or connected for new prints!

Happy Summer all

Crafters Working Together = Pamper packs

Crafter Working Together = Luxury Handmade Pamper Packs

There is nothing like 2 or more crafters getting together to make one unique and fabulous product....

Like these handmade pamper packs.......

The crafters behind these wonderful products are UpcycleRecycleMakeDoMend, Sueshandmadegifts, Forage, and SoaperblyHandmade

These are not just any old bags.....

These bags are made from Ethiopian Coffee Sacks from Forage
This is not just any old soap.....
This is an amazing bar of handmade Mango and Marigold Soap with goats milk from Sueshandmadegifts
This is no ordinary facecloth....
This is a thick luxurious facecloth crocheted in 100% Cotton by UpcycleRecycleMakeDoMend
These are not just any old facial wipes ..
These are re usable , no more wet wipes and cotton wool in landfill.
This is not just any old pamper pack....
This is a pamper pack from Crafters Working Together
Bought individually these items would cost £22 as a set the price is £19 plus postage

This one is a vintage 1960’s fabric bag from Forage
A bar of luxurious Mango and Marigold soap with goats milk from Sueshandmadegifts
A bundle of crocheted facial wipes and a crocheted face/body cloth by UpcycleRecycleMakeDoMend
Individually these items would cost £22 but in a pack from Crafters Working Together it coats £19 plus postage

This bag is made from pattern fabric and finished with a rag flower from Forage
The lilac soap is from Soaperbly Handmade
The crocheted face cloth and facial wipes are from UpcycleRecycleMakeDoMend
Bought individually these items would cost £22, bought as a set from Crafters Working Together, the price is £19 plus postage

 And finally......

This is not just any old bag...
This is handmade by Forage using vintage 1950's fabric and antique lace.
This is not just any old soap...
This is luxurious Rose scented soap by Sharon at SoaperblyHandmade
This is not just any old flannel...
This is a thick, gorgeous facecloth in 100% cotton made by UpcycleRecycleMakeDoMend
These are not just any old facial wipes..
These are re usable,100% cotton, no more wet wipes and cotton wool in landfill.
This is not just any old pamper bag, this is a pamper bag from Crafters Working Together.
Bought individually these items would cost £22, bought as a set the price is £19 plus postage. 

To purchase please pop a visit to UpcycleRecycleMakeDoMend and mention the pamper packs....

Also note that these bags then can be used as a make-up bag or even a evening clutch purse!

What do you think???