About The Frog in the Craft  
  Button Maker ~ Textile Handcrafter & Recycler ~ Crafts Have-a-goer 

Who is The Frog in the Craft?

 
The Frog in the Craft is a small business "one-woman band"  created and run by me, Sandrine.

I am French but I have moved to the UK nearly 30 years ago. I am now based in Nottinghamshire. I am a wife, a mum and step-mum and I look after a small menagerie, composed of Suzie, the mad Border Collie Suzie, Bernard the canary, Blue the Chinese Painted Quail, Punkie and Phil the two cockerels and lastly Shelley, Gigi, Deirdre, Sophie, Booboo Too, Dodo the 2nd, and Ginger the hens.

My grandad is at the source of my great interest for the handmade (or the "made by hand" as I prefer to call it), the heritage crafts and the (sadly disappearing) old skilled jobs. I made my first wooden sewing box with him when I was about 10 - and I still use it! My motto (one of them anyway) is “Live a little, Craft a lot”, especially as crafting or making things by hand has always been in my blood, but I also discovered a few years back that it helps with chronic pain management.

Through my Etsy shop and direct / "in-person" sales, I supply needleworkers with high-quality hand sewing notions from threads to needles, fabric, buttons, darning wool and tools, crafting and sewing kits, and much more - some of which make  for a thoughtful gift. Some of the buttons I supply are handmade by me. I also make needlebooks and pincushions mostly. The materials I use for my makes are often recycled or upcycled items, like ties or fabric from old clothes, leftovers from projects or scraps.  

What do I mean by needleworkers? Well if you are a hand sewer, an embroiderer, slow stitcher, cross-stitcher, quilter, hardanger or blackwork enthusiast, dressmaker, enjoy tatting or even knitting and crochet then you are (in my book) a needleworker! The Frog in the Craft Etsy shop is definitely for you!

There are two ways for you to purchase from me: directly from my Etsy shop or in person by contacting me via WhatsApp. Anything that is in my Etsy shop is also available in person. So if you are fairly local to me, you can save on postage (i.e. collect or arrange a delivery). Please check out the SHOP page for more details.

What can you expect from The Frog in the Craft?

My mission is to empower creativity through exceptional customer service and a curated selection of high-quality, trusted hand-sewing supplies at competitive prices. 

I deliver exceptional customer service, fostering a positive and supportive community. Every message is answered with a smile, (hopefully contagious!) and I am always happy to help you on your creative journey.

I champion the therapeutic benefits of hand-sewing for chronic pain and mental health.

I prioritize eco-friendly packaging, minimizing waste, and promote conscious crafting to nurture the environment.

Lastly, I'm passionate about giving back to my community. I support local wildlife groups, participate in crafting socials, and actively volunteer at community events. 

Does The Frog in the Craft offer craft workshops?

Yes, absolutely! My main workshops are based around the craft of button making, in particular the Dorset Button. But I can also offer hand sewing, basic macramé, quilling and getting started with knitting or crochet.
My workshops are available for group settings or private lessons. They are suitable for private, corporate or charity events as well as for your social or community group such as "knit and natter" or WI meetings.
I can help with your crafternoon event, crafty birthday party or hen do. How fabulous would it be to make your own wedding venue decorations? 

Get in touch with me today for a no obligation and free quote! 

If you have any questions, looking for a particular product, would like to know more or just say hi. My email address is sandrine@froginthecraft.com