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Making things that matter
The craft field is very varied. It includes ceramics, textiles, jewellery, wood and glass work, gold and silversmithing, puppets, toys, small-scale furniture making, textiles and leather work. Prospects range from selling work at local markets and fairs through to commanding huge fees for one-off commissions.

How do I get to work in the crafts?
Should I run my own business?
The idea of working for yourself, as many people in the crafts sector do, sounds great but setting up a workshop or studio to run as a business is far from easy and needs financial resources. And working in isolation at home doesn't suit everyone. Setting up alone means entering the world of contracts, tax returns, accountancy and tenancy agreements.

What are the prospects?

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