Having used most of my annual leave on our honeymoon adventure I have to be particularly choosy as to how I use my remaining allocation. I am, of course, keeping a lot of it for working on the house. But, a girl needs a treat every now and then.

So, with that in mind, I will be hopping on a train for Manchester next weekend for a day of crafty indulgence at the Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair.

The Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair provides a unique shopping experience and an excellent opportunity to see and buy the latest works in jewellery, interior textiles, fashion accessories, ceramics, glass, silver, wood, furniture, paper and more from 140 of the most talented designer-makers in the UK.

For more information visit: http://www.greatnorthernevents.co.uk/