Our Team
Lark is run by Gemma, but it wouldn’t be possible without the amazing creative team that teach workshops at the studio… If you have a question about a specific workshop or a booking you have made please contact the tutor direct using the contact info below…
Owner of Lark & tutor of many crafts
Gemma of @larkdesignmake
Gemma is the ‘boss lady’ of Lark in many ways but not when it comes to her dog Gwen who has her very much under the thumb! Gemma teaches learn to crochet, tufting, jesmonite, lipstick, candle & soap making, macrame, sewing, intro to leather crafting & the kids clubs
All her workshops can be found HERE
Contact here
Knitting & Crochet workshops by…
Sarah of @sjandgray
Say Hi to Sarah. She is passionate about all things yarn! She teaches most of our next level crochet workshops and is starting a range of knitting workshops from beginners to advanced.
Book a next level crochet or knitting workshop with Sarah or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser’ on her booking page HERE
Polymer, Silver Clay & Stool weaving workshops by…
Em creates colourful polymer accessories & gorgeous detailed silver jewellery, her attention to detail is fantastic, her workshops are always guaranteed to be lots of fun with Em’s wicked sense of humour
Book a workshop with Em or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser‘ on her booking page HERE
Party tutor & Embroidery workshops by…
Louise of @foleyandthread
Meet Louise, she is studying her Masters and works at the studio part time, she runs our many of our crafty socials and helps with kids clubs. You can contact Louise via this form
Crepe Paper Flower Workshops by…
Catherine of @paperandpetaluk
Catherine from Paper & Petal crafts exquisite crepe paper flowers, a passion that blossomed after a decade of teaching. She dedicates herself to each unique, handcrafted bloom, sharing beauty and the joy of creation.
Book a workshop with Catherine or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser button‘ on her booking page here
Email: paperandpetaluk@gmail.com
Shell & Sea Glass Art by…
Ruth of @tidalcollections
Ruth is an avid collector of shells, seaweed and sea glass, she turns her finds into stunning modern artworks and shares her experiences and top tips in a relaxing workshop at the studio
Book a workshop with Ruth or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser button‘ on her booking page here
Painting & Christmas Wreath workshops with…
Debbie - Gem’s mum ;-)
Gem’s mum is a brilliant artist and the studio is lucky enough to get her in every few months to teach paint a pet, she also hosts our fun life drawing parties. Debbie has been teaching the christmas wreath workshop for over 8 years!
Lino & Screen printing, Kinusaiga, Needle Felting, Paint a Pot workshops by…
Bethan of @joyhousecreations
Bethan brings a very zen vibe to the studio, she believes in the importance of slowing down and encourages choosing slow & thoughtful processes to craft items. She teaches many fab workshops and also has her studio at Ffos in Caerphilly
Book a workshop with Bethan or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser‘ button on her booking page HERE
Ceramic & Painting workshops by…
Aquila of @loveandlovelier & @artful_pigeon
Say Hi to Aquila, she started Love & Lovelier in 2011 and creates fab quirky ceramics from her home studio, she then added a painting party little business in 2025 called Artful Pigeon.
Book a workshop with Aquila or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser button‘ on her booking page HERE
Sewing & Cricut workshops by …
Mell of @sewandcreativeworkshops
Mell is a full-time teacher with 16 years experience. She spends her free time making bespoke cards, crafts & textile projects. She enjoy turning a 2D piece of fabric into a garment/product that has a purpose and lives with her cat ‘Twinkle’, She loves the colour pink and anything that sparkles!
Book a workshops with Mell or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser button‘ on her booking page HERE
Silversmithing workshops by…
Bec of @rebeccadaviesjewellery
Bec designs and make everything with her own two hands! She has been making jewellery since she was a child but fell in love with silversmithing in 2017 and hasn't looked back!
Book a workshop with Bec or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser’ on her booking page HERE
Wire & Mosaic workshops by…
Beth of @wiremakercardiff
Beth has been with Lark since the start and is a super caring and creative part of the team, she loves nature and bringing things to life through sculpting wire. She does various different wire workshops throughout the year.
Book a workshop with Beth or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser‘ button on her booking page HERE
Bargello & Needle Punch workshops by…
Kim of @darnitworkshops
Silver Wax Carving workshops by …
Lou of @louiserobertsjewellery
Lou’s jewellery is classically simple but whether it’s been given or received to celebrate a birth, anniversary or other special event, catching a glimpse should remind you of the good times.
Lou’s workshops always create fabulous results
Book a workshop with Lou or ask her a question about her workshops by clicking on the ‘contact event organiser button‘ on her booking page HERE
Quilting workshops by…
Kath of Kath’s Krafts : Quilted Gifts
Kath is a regular customer of Lark who has a huge passion for quilting and has made some amazing quilts.
She recently joined the Lark team to share her love of this craft, any questions regarding Kath’s workshops can be sent to Kath via the contact form.
Book a workshops with Kath HERE
The team also includes admin by Soyo, maintenance by Jenny, party help from Emma, we also call upon Steve for graphics x
And not forgetting Gwen the dog who has an entire page dedicated to her awesomeness HERE