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At the recent A.G.M. of Angus Crafts Association held in Letham Village Hall. A large number of members turned out to support the Association and took advantage of the opportunity to network with other crafters. Steve Davidson was elected Chairperson and commented,” The aim of the association is to promote and foster contemporary and traditional crafts within Angus and this year we would like to be more involved with the wider community, especially the younger people who may like to know more about traditional crafts.We hope to have regular demonstrations in the Craft of Angus Showcase & Shop at the House of Dun where some of our members are retailing their crafts.”

Steve runs his one man business, Western Isles Decorative Glass, designing and installing traditionally crafted stained glass for doors, windows, walls and ceilings. He also creates and designs stained glass mirrors, driftwood mirrors and driftwood clocks. The driftwood he collects and carries from the remotest parts of the Western Isles, most times in a rucksack as the only way to get there and back is on foot.

With a passion for ‘keeping it local’, Steve was instrumental in getting the Crafts of Angus Showcase and Shop off the ground. Members of the Angus Crafts Association took up the challenge to open the shop in the prestigious setting at the House of Dun. The old stable block has been transformed into a showcase and shop for some of the beautiful local crafts. Visitors are able to choose from contemporary and designer jewellery, ceramics, fine embroidery & needlework, cards, chair cane seating, felt hats & Bags, wooden items of all shapes and sizes, wrought iron work, painted glass, hand painted suncatchers, stained glass and decorative mirrors, photographic prints, and an extensive range of fanciful gifts.

“I can often be found behind the counter in the craft shop, taking my turn on the rota”, says Steve,” “Customers like to talk to the people who make the crafts and I enjoy talking about my work.”

The Crafts of Angus Showcase and Shop can be found in the old stables at the House of Dun, along side Cafe Dun. For more information about joining the Angus Crafts Association contact the membership secretary on Tel: 01307 466297