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Made in Manor Road, the cosy small shop with a big heart and soul!
Showcasing the best of small business, a collaboration of hand crafted gifts and treats brought to you by local makers.
This maybe a small space but it is packed full of personality. There is always a warm welcome and we love being part of the local community.
Find us at: 53C Manor Road North, Itchen SO19 2DT
Open: Tues - Fri 1pm to 6.30pm. Saturday 10am - 4pm. Closed Sunday.
***PLEASE NOTE: WE WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY 15TH AND SATURDAY 29TH NOVEMBER
This is due to bookings made, to attend craft fairs, arrangements that were made prior to opening the shop.

Each and everyone of these beautiful candles is hand made, specially scented and beautifully packaged. Jenni absolutely knows how to make a scented candle and I am sure you will not be disappointed. With a range of melts and burners also available in store. Fancy making your own melts? No problem! Jenni is on hand to run sessions showing you how.

Handmade Retreat doing what I do best! Bows, hair accessories, buntings, quilted notebooks, hats, bags and all things fabric and ribbon! Need a hair accessory to match a dress or outfit? Need a gift for a birthday? Have a party and want a custom bunting or a wedding and want keepsake flowers or boutonnieres? Just love Handmade and can't wait to browse? Handmade Retreat at Made in Manor Road. If it isn't out, I make to order, often what is shown in the shops is a small selection of what is possible, there isn't always room to put it all on display!

A selection of pottery items you can paint, which will then be glazed and fired for you to collect. The perfect handmade gift, after school activity and simply fun for those who have never tried.

Created by the talented Danielle. No matter the occasion, Dannielle has always got a suggestion for you. From a single balloon to a full arrangement.

We have tea, coffee and cold drinks. Cakes are also available for those who fancy a treat!

A packed full of goodies sweet shop. For you, for gifts for any occasion. We have packed our small space full of as many different goodies we can! From traditional picks that take you back to your childhood to the modern day array. Come and check out the selection. Ask us about party bags and sweetie gifts for special occasions. We can even do weddings!

Lovingly handmade by Bev these beautiful knitted baby and toddler jumpers are available instore. Some are even in sets with matching hats! Almost all of Bev's knits are £10 or under so they make beautiful and thoughtful but very affordable gifts too.

Made to order party and favour bags. Tell us your budget and the occasion and we can make something you can give to your guests with pride.

Cards & Gifts selection. Cards are Handmade in store and we do workshops for card making too! There is a also a selection of pretty gifts for you to browse.

Want to try making something? We have a selection of things instore for you to try, pop by and we will show you what we can do. Not confident in a group? No problem we can do one to one too.
Melt making, sewing projects, bows, pottery, cards, home décor, tell us what you would like and if we can, we will! Want to come with friends? No problem, for a group of 6 we can book a session, with your choice of craft, just for you.
We welcome people of all ages and abilities. Please keep in mind spaces are limited to 6 per session. Payment is required at the time of booking, so we can purchase and prepare materials ready for your workshop. Workshops are non refundable, if you are unable to make it, you are welcome to send someone in your place. M


Come along and learn how to knit. Bev is a master of this and will be on hand to get you going. This will be a fortnightly workshop so you will be able to come time and time again until you have learned the skills to make your own projects. Food available for £7.50 per person. Tea, Coffee and drinks available to buy on the night. If you would like to order food, please scroll to the 'workshop food' option and be sure to add it. 16TH FEBRUARY THEN FORTNIGHTLY ON MONDAY EVENINGS. BOOKING REQUIRED.


Come along and join Jen for Thursday after school art club. A variety of projects available, changing weekly. £10 per child. Booking required - minimum 48 hours in advance, so we can prepare projects for you.


Want to have a go at sewing? Have a machine but don't know how to use it and would like some help?
Kate has some availability on Friday from 6pm and Saturdays for those who would like to have a go. Price shown is per hour and excludes materials. Materials can be supplied if required at reasonable prices. This is booking only and subject to availability.
Sewing for beginners, to include using the machine, learning fabrics and simple projects.


Order your dinner for your evening workshop with us! Food is prepared and delivered by The Crafty Bug Café. A choice of food is available when you book. Just pick an option. Special dietary requirements, just get in touch. The Crafty Bug has a 5* Hygiene rating
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
Mon | Closed | |
Tue | Closed | |
Wed | 14:00 – 18:00 | |
Thu | 14:00 – 18:00 | |
Fri | 14:00 – 18:00 | |
Sat | 10:00 – 16:00 | |
Sun | Closed |
SPRING OPENING HOURS ARE LONGER AND WILL BE UPDATED AFTER THE CLOCKS CHANGE IN MARCH.
WORKSHOPS WILL BE AVAILABLE - MESSAGE FOR DETAILS
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