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Deck the Mill – A Handmade Christmas Tree Decorations Exhibition

Open for submissions Saturday 1 August – Thursday 1 October

Farfield Mill is inviting artists and makers to submit work for Deck the Mill – A Handmade Christmas Tree Decorations Exhibition. We are looking for beautifully crafted, original decorations designed to hang on a Christmas tree. From delicate ceramic ornaments and fused glass to felted decorations, woven stars, paper art, wood, willow, metalwork and textiles, we welcome handmade Christmas tree decorations in all mediums. Whether your style is traditional, contemporary, colourful or minimalist, we’d love to showcase your work as part of this festive exhibition.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking high-quality, handmade decorations that visitors will treasure and hang on their Christmas trees year after year.
Your decoration must:

  • Be designed to hang on a Christmas tree
  • Be handmade and original
  • Be suitable for display and sale
  • Measure no more than 20cm in any direction
  • Include a secure hanging loop or fixing

Why Exhibit?

Farfield Mill attracts thousands of visitors during the festive season, many looking for unique handmade gifts and decorations for their Christmas trees.
By taking part you’ll benefit from:

  • A professionally curated exhibition
  • The opportunity to sell your work
  • Promotion through Farfield Mill’s website, social media and marketing
  • Exposure to thousands of festive visitors
  • Being part of one of Cumbria’s favourite Christmas shopping destinations

Submission Information

  • Free to enter
  • Maximum of 6 decorations per artist
  • All work must be for sale
  • Farfield Mill commission for this exhibition is 35% plus VAT on commission
  • Decorations should be priced at one of the following price points:
    £5, £10, £15, £20, £25, £30, £35, £40 £45 or £50

How to Apply

Complete the online submission form and upload an image of each decoration you wish to enter.

Key Dates

Applications close: 1 October 2026
Artists notified: By 9 October 2026
Delivery of selected work: By Friday 23 October 2026
Exhibition dates: 4 November – 20 December 2026

Handmade. Beautiful. Timeless.

The best Christmas tree decorations are the ones that come out of the box year after year, bringing back memories as they’re carefully hung on the tree. Help us create an exhibition filled with handcrafted decorations that will become part of family Christmas traditions for years to come.

Applications are now open. We can’t wait to see your creations.

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