The best craft shows to visit

Country Living Magazine fairs

When: 11-15 November 2009
Where: Business Design Centre, London

When: 19-22 November 2009
Where: SECC, Glasgow

What: Country Living runs very enjoyable Christmas fairs in London and Glasgow, as well as an annual Spring Fair in London. Browsing the stands selling traditional homemade crafts and foods is a fun way to get inspired to make your own decorations. At the London Christmas Fair, look out for the Made in Orkney craft village, where you'll find handicrafts from this remote area, as well as the festive food hall, and the new exhibitors area where you can meet up-and-coming crafters who could inspire you to launch your own craft business! And in Glasgow, you'll be able to take a Christmas craft workshop to make a wreath, stocking or table setting, or master the art of gift wrapping - or learn from award-winning Scottish chefs in the Food & Drink Theatre.

Tickets cost from £11.50. Click here for more show info