QEST
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QEST is a charity that transforms the careers of talented and aspiring makers by funding training and education.
London, UK
Joined June 2012
📢 Applications have opened today for the @homofaber Fellowship, an annual eight-month sponsored craft training programme designed for duos of established artisans and craft graduates. 🗓️ Applications are open until Sun 1 Feb 2026. ➡ https://t.co/bgXMJ7Ui9c
#Craft
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✨ Celebrating 35 Years of Investing in the Future of Craft ✨ 🌟 Donate £35 | Bid Online Until 9 Nov | Discover Makers ➡ https://t.co/pIfSLmg5d0 📷 Jacob Monk | Barnaby Ash | Sarah Loughlin | A. Goodwin Signwriting #QEST #FutureofCraft #Craft #Making #Conservation
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Reliable backup when you need it most. Keep your home running during severe weather.
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🎉 35 Items for 35 Years! QEST’s Auction is Live 🎉 ➡ Head to https://t.co/pIfSLmgD2y to discover the collection and bid! ➡ Auction Closes Sun 9 Nov. #QEST #FutureofCraft #Craft #Auction #CraftAuction
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We're delighted to announce that Lisa Montague, CEO, Sanderson Design Group PLC, has been appointed as Chair of QEST. “I am excited by the opportunity to drive the sustainable growth of QEST, celebrating 35 years and looking to a human made future.” https://t.co/GHDZMQLy6d
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✨ Bid Today! ‘100 Years, 60 Designers & 1 Future’. Stoke-on-Trent based ceramic brand 1882 Ltd. presents a landmark collection of 61 bone china plates, available via online auction, with 15% of proceeds going to QEST. 👉 Auction closes 21 September! https://t.co/Dm1knHWYIE
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Need a film trailer that will captivate your audience without breaking the bank? Look no further. I’ve got two slots open through the end of the year. DM’s open. 🎬
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📣 Deadline today at 5pm, 13 August! Not quite ready to apply? QEST grant applications open twice a year. Save the date: The next round runs 7 January — 13 February 2026. 👉 Apply via the QEST website https://t.co/PZjVPcu7ba
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One week left to apply for a QEST Grant! 📅 Deadline: 5pm, Wednesday 13 August 👉 Head to the QEST website to apply! https://t.co/PZjVPcu7ba 📷 Julian Calder Photography
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Interested in applying for a QEST grant but missed the Information Sessions? You can now view them via the QEST website! 👉Visit the QEST Grants page to watch the webinars: https://t.co/PZjVPcu7ba 📅Deadline: 13 August 2025 #QEST #Craft #scholarship #emergingmaker #apprentice
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From London to Sheffield, Bradford to Blackburn, QEST has been travelling the country to spark interest in #craft and inspire future #Careers. Check it out here: https://t.co/W7Yo8Ovnh6
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As the holidays begin, we're reflecting on a brilliant summer term filled with creativity, discovery and hands-on making. From London to Sheffield, Bradford
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📢 Applications Open! Calling Makers, Conservators & Craftspeople 📢 If you’re looking to develop your skills and advance your craft practice, then one of our grants may be for you. 📅 Deadline: 13 August 2025 👉 Apply via the QEST website: https://t.co/PZjVPcu7ba
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🌍✨The QEST and Heritage Crafts Environmental Sustainability Award closes tomorrow, 1 July! ✨🌍 Two £1,000 prizes are open to any craftsperson or micro-business, working with traditional craft skills or materials. ➡️ https://t.co/lII8NB7hdo 📷 2023 winner Lulu Harrison
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Glass artist Allister Malcolm and jeweller Rachael Colley win the QEST and Heritage Crafts Sustainability Award 2024.
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📢 22 New Grants for Makers Across the UK! 📢 16 Scholars, 3 Emerging Makers, and 3 Apprentices! https://t.co/C0OtJlplDJ 🗓️ Grants are open twice a year > next up 09.07.25-13.08.25 #QEST #QESTjourney #craft #UKMakers
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🌍✨ Less than 3 weeks to apply to the QEST and Heritage Crafts Sustainability Award! ✨🌍 There are two award categories, each designed to celebrate different approaches to environmental sustainability in craft. Read more & apply here: https://t.co/lII8NB7P2W
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Last week, we returned to the magnificent Guildhall in London for the RWHA & QEST Annual Luncheon — a celebration of craft, community and excellence ✨Explore here: https://t.co/rUaWonfvYw
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📢Calling Young Makers & Creatives — Apply to Join the QEST Youth Board! Are you aged 16–25 and passionate about craft and creativity? Apply by the Sunday 6 July 2025 Head to QEST’s website to read more and apply: https://t.co/JXEUgIBGQf
#QEST #YouthBoard #CraftCareers
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Congratulations Rauni Higson MBE! We’re thrilled to announce that silversmith Rauni Higson MBE has been awarded the QEST Award for Excellence, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to craft and her dedication to nurturing the next generation. https://t.co/IiKZT2c9kc
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🌟 Craft Your Future is now live – a new digital hub to support young people exploring careers in craft and conservation. Check it out here: https://t.co/OUsIB1poH8
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London Craft Week 2025 starts today — a week-long celebration of skill, materiality and exceptional making ✨ 👉 Discover the QEST makers involved on our website.
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Celebrating outstanding British and international creativity, London Craft Week brings together over 1000 established and emerging makers, designers, brands and galleries from around the world.
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Future Icons Selects is back for #LCW2025, this time in a new Shoreditch venue — 83 Rivington Street. 🎟️ 15–18 May, general admission is free. Head to the website to read more: https://t.co/GGTEs2N3Ea 📸 Carl Fox Ascension
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HUGE THANKS to fab workplace volunteers from @QESTcraft - craftspeople inspiring students with future creative careers. Jane Fryers, Tom Sargent, Su Blackwell, Nicola Gillis, Hannah Griffiths, Kathie Murphy & Siân Elizabeth Evans. Volunteer for just 1 hour/year @InspiringTF
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