Yesterday, I had the pleasure of attending a Creative Health Network event at Glenfield, where I joined artists, community practitioners and healthcare professionals to explore how arts, culture, and creativity are improving health and wellbeing across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. The event provided an opportunity to share insights, learn from emerging research, and discuss how creative health can become a more integrated part of local health and wellbeing systems.

Today I had the opportunity to attend the European Crafts Alliance webinar, The Role of Craft in Wellbeing Across Life Stages, which explored the growing evidence that craft is much more than a creative pastime - it can be a powerful contributor to health and wellbeing throughout our lives. One of the most compelling parts of the webinar was hearing about the recent publication of research commissioned by the European Crafts Alliance and undertaken by the University of Easter

Art has the power to transform spaces and bring people together. Here at The Paint Pottle, we’re working on a new initiative that aims to do just that by creating a free walking public art trail that highlights our town’s heritage and creativity and invites everyone to explore, enjoy, and connect through art. But we need your help to guide what should be included now and in the future - we especially want to hear from our town’s younger residents. So please take a few minu

Potfest in the Pens returned to Melton Mowbray last weekend 7-9 Nov 2025) and it was just the tonic I needed as we head into damp days and dark evenings. The unpretentious market-style event, held on 7–9 November, brings together a curated mix of established names and exciting newcomers, making it an ideal place to both browse and buy. What I love about this festival is the way it stages pottery as both art and everyday object. As you walk through the rows of ceramics set in

JOIN IN THE CREATIVITY! Hello September! This month Harbs Collective is celebrating all things arty, supporting Harborough Artists...

Hop into spring with Harbs Collective's Family Easter Trail, right here in the heart of our town! Follow the list of shops to help you...

The Paint Pottle has been offering pottery painting in Market Harborough for over 10 years so we consider ourselves one of the best in...

Print off this trail, dust off your trainers and see how many bunnies you can find hidden in the town's shop windows. It's a long trail...

Did you know its only 8 weekends to Christmas!?! Yes a bit of a shock to us too, because not only have we been planning a festive...

Its Summer! And the school holidays are nearly upon us so we've created another free Harbs Collective Trail for you to enjoy all summer....

Spring is nearly here - we promise! and this month Harbs Collective is celebrating Easter with our annual Trail. Check out Brampton...

Throughout the winter months, alongside our usual opening hours (Tues - Sat 10am and 2pm), The Paint Pottle has a series of ceramic hand...

I recently read a couple of articles in June/July ‘22 Creative Review looking at how brands can navigate and respond to consumers living...

We all have to begin our work journey in some way. The idea once frightened me, making me wonder if I would ever find a work place that...

Its Easter already!?!??! And this year, the town is fully open for you to enjoy with the family. Harbs Collective has put together...

Let's face it, the last couple of years have been a rollercoaster and now more than ever, you may be feeling the need to find ways to hit...

Last week I dropped my daughter off at a piano exam centre in Leicester which turned out to be the site of an incredible ceramic wall...

Looking for something to do over the Easter break? The Harbs Collective of independent shops in Market Harborough may not be able to open...

Click the video to follow along with Claire to make your ceramic egg cup or download the writte instructions below.

Step by step video guide and design sheet to accompany your Date Night kit.