Life on the Knoll

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Life on the Knoll is a hobby business, creating lovely things from upcycled fabrics, buttons and trims, found objects both natural and man-made with hand embroidery and mixed media items.

20/05/2026

farOpen Open Studios Art Trail
July 4th-12th 2026
We are so thrilled to announce the 2026 farOpen Open Studios Art Trail brochure is now LIVE on our website with fully interactive map to help you plan your journey around the Forest of Dean and along the Rivers Wye and Severn.

This year’s colourful cover photo is of Pam Moolman’s Glass:

Pam Moolman has studied and worked in the art of fused glass for the past 20 years. She and Ian Richardson, a metal sculptor, collaborate in glass and metal, creating large sculptures that respond to and interact with the changing light and the natural environment. She draws inspiration from the ever-changing beauty and seasonal rhythms of the Forest of Dean.

Visit her website here for more and see her work in person at Shared Studio 40.

To help locate artists and plan your visits, view the interactive map here

Artists will be opening their studios to welcome you in, offering you a behind-the-scenes tour of their studio and look at their work. You’ll see pieces in progress, finished artworks for sale and have the chance to chat with the artists about their inspiration and techniques.

Whether you’re curious about how art is made, fancy a relaxed day out exploring or are looking for something special to add to your collection, 55 studios will be opening their doors and inviting you into their creative spaces.

This year, by popular demand, all studios will be open daily from 10am to 3pm.

It’s worth checking individual listings though, as some artists will be open for longer hours.

You can download a digital brochure on the Faropen Website
or pick up a physical copy from various locations soon.

see Link to artists and affiliated members profile on the Faropen Website (link in bio)
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The lovely Kate and Mark are exhibiting some of my craftwork at their gorgeous cafe, Maggie's Place, High Street, Ross o...
16/05/2026

The lovely Kate and Mark are exhibiting some of my craftwork at their gorgeous cafe, Maggie's Place, High Street, Ross on Wye!

A bonus for coeliacs especially, are their delicious gluten free cakes! Real coffee too!

There's also a children's play area!

A warm welcome awaits you! 💖 HX

Bluebells, created in a Warren Day workshop using biro, inks and acrylic. 💖 HX
06/05/2026

Bluebells, created in a Warren Day workshop using biro, inks and acrylic. 💖 HX

11/04/2026

Pre festival workshops - GIANT TOTEM - Puppet Workshops
YOU ARE INVITED - COLLABORATIVE CREATIONS - MONMOUTH

Monmouth - Old Market Hall (top of town)
Saturday 25 APRIL, 10am-5pm
Thursday 30 APRIL, 3pm-7pm

Collectively, we will work together to create a LARGE puppet made out of natural materials - using special findings from the land inc. willow, bark, twigs, pine cones, wool, feathers, Ivy, roots and branches. The main Puppet structure will be constructed with a willow frame work upon which we will build.

All creative materials provided - by all means bring your own special finds.
👉No booking required. Just come to create, play or volunteer your support.

🌱Our GIANT TOTEM PUPPET will lead our
PARADE Saturday 2 May 11:30am - we hope you will join us too.

Workshop curation Puppet Theatre, Anna Vigurs Art and Think Creatively

30/03/2026

It's almost that time!
April's Produce Market is right around the corner.
Don't forget to bring your shopping bags and reusable mugs (you still get the £1 off a refill), and support our local products and producers.
The markets run from 9:30am-11:30am
The event itself is free, but we have limited parking, so please car share if meeting friends for breakfast. Perhaps consider the Daffodil Line bus route, or if it's a fabulous Spring morning, a little bike ride.
We look forward to seeing you!

Another handknitted jumper and hat for the lovely Lil! 💖 HX
27/03/2026

Another handknitted jumper and hat for the lovely Lil! 💖 HX

08/03/2026

2026 farOpen membership applications are now open and we are so thrilled with the artists who are joining us. We are working on a fabulous new programme with the Art Trail at the core during 4th-12th July 2026. We hope you can join us!

Our first event of 2026 is our Spring Group Show at Sixteen Gallery in Cheltenham this March. We invite you to explore an uplifting Spring Exhibition showcasing a diverse selection of artwork by farOpen artists and makers, as a special preview ahead of the Open Studio Art Trail in the Forest of Dean and along the rivers Severn & Wye.

19th March - 1st April

Open Daily 10-4pm

Sixteen Gallery, Cheltenham

16 Rotunda Terrace, Montpellier Street, Cheltenham, GL50 1SW

Discover a beautiful selection of Paintings, Mixed Media, Ceramics, Mosaics, Jewellery, Embroidery, Prints, Illustrations,Textiles, Photography, Paper Art, Stained Glass, Sculpture, Dried Flowers and gifts.

Exhibiting Artists

Alison Tutton Robins, Angela Greaves, Catherine Van Giap, Charlotte Keating, Chris Champness, Christina MacDonald, Daniel Bright, Deborah Phelps-Gane, Derek A. Lamb, Elizabeth Heather Engel, Gina Nell Creates, Grace Engel, Jane Foot, Jo Rockley, Jo Scott, Jo Sterrick, Joanna Snowdon, Joanne Callaghan, John Sherahilo, Kathy Priddis, Lisa Coles, Lisa Deeth, Lisa Miles, Lisa Morgan, Mariette Voke, Michael Lawrence, Mike Penny, Paula Leach, Sadie Copus, Sarah Delahoy, Shanna Ludwig, Sharon Harvey, Stephanie Boocock, Uschi Arens Price, Vanessa Burley, Wendy Murphy

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My exquisite handstitched Ammonite bag, meticulously crafted using reverse applique and hand embroidery. Inspired by the...
31/01/2026

My exquisite handstitched Ammonite bag, meticulously crafted using reverse applique and hand embroidery. Inspired by the stunning collection of the National Museum of Wales.
To be exhibited at 16 Gallery, Cheltenham from 19th March to 1st April, 2026. 💖 HX

My handstitched bird brooches using both new and/or upcycled materials. Inspired by my garden birds.To be exhibited at 1...
31/01/2026

My handstitched bird brooches using both new and/or upcycled materials. Inspired by my garden birds.
To be exhibited at 16 Gallery, Cheltenham with the Faropenartists from 19th March to 1st April. 💖HX

Hand embroidered needlecases with bonded natural ivy leaves or hydrangea petals. Decorated further with upcycled ribbons...
31/01/2026

Hand embroidered needlecases with bonded natural ivy leaves or hydrangea petals. Decorated further with upcycled ribbons, lace etc.
To be exhibited at 16 Gallery, Cheltenham with the FarOpenArtists from 19th March to 1st April, 2026. 💖HX

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Frome

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 4pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4pm
Friday 10:30am - 4pm

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