CreateExpectations

Hi, I’m Jan and I make beautiful, hand crafted items. This page will give a taste of my creations, which are available in my Etsy shop.

Watch this story by Create Expectations on Instagram before it disappears. 18/02/2024

Watch this story by Create Expectations on Instagram before it disappears. 257 Followers, 166 Following, 93 Posts

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 18/02/2024

French Knitted Easter Bunnies 🐰

Letterbox friendly and now available in my Etsy shop 💛💚💜💙♥️

https://createexpectationsuk.etsy.com/listing/1680113905

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 16/06/2022

Delighted to be sharing some new products I’ve been working on! Beautiful macrame bags to add some boho vibes to any outfit. Lots of colours / options available and made to order. Please do get in touch for further information ❤️

05/06/2022

Lots of fun to be had today!! I’ll be weaving!!

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 03/06/2022

Join me between 12pm and 4pm today to celebrate the jubilee!

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 21/05/2022

All set up at Folk and Bespoke Craft Fair! Pop along to Leigh Community to meet local makers and creators ❤️

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 13/05/2022

I’ve added some new stock to my selling space in The Art Place, Chelmsford, including some cute felt bunting! I’m currently making these up in lots of colourways, so please get in touch if theres’s a combo you fancy! 🏳️‍🌈

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 11/04/2022

Some new stock is on the way to .61 🌸🪴🌼 Single wire flowers to liven up your plant pots 🌼🪴🌸

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 30/03/2022

The lovely Penny from .61 has invited me to stock my range of wire words at her divine patisserie in Boxted, Colchester. Check out her range of amazing cakes and deserts - you won’t be disappointed!! And you can now grab a coffee too!!!

28/03/2022

A huge THANK YOU to the amazing gentleman who has given Clarice, The Wool Warrior, a new home. Your generous donation to Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust will support a fantastic organisation who make such a big difference to so many women 🙏❤️🙏

19/03/2022

Lots of talented makers and creators will be this evening for the wonderful - pop in and pick up a goody or two for your Mum ❤️

15/03/2022

An evening market! How exciting!! I wonder if the stall holders can get a cheeky G&T????

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 13/03/2022

So proud to be representing the ‘fibre artists’ in the Mannequin Art Trail in Chelmsford 😊 The event runs until Thursday 17th March so come and find ‘Clarice’!!

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 11/03/2022

Weather’s looking good for the fabulous Langham Handmade Fair tomorrow!! Come along to find me and lots of other talented makers all under one roof (or individual gazebos 😁🤪😉)

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 06/03/2022

❤️ All set up at the Folk and Bespoke Fair at Cliffs Pavilion in Southend ❤️ Find me and lots of amazing makers here until 4pm ❤️

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 05/03/2022

Another couple of lovely craft fairs coming up… join me tomorrow at Cliffs Pavilion, Southend and next Saturday at Langham, Colchester. Hope to see you there

03/03/2022

A lovely newspaper article about my recent origami workshop ‘On The Quay’ in Burnham on Crouch. Feeling rather proud! 😊

28/02/2022

Really looking forward to selling here on Sunday ❤️ It will be the perfect opportunity to buy something unique, so please come along and support us makers and creators 😊

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 27/02/2022

All set up in Burnham! There are some fabulous local makers here - come and have a look ❤️

26/02/2022

It’s going to be a lovely sunny day in Burnham on Crouch tomorrow (🤞) so how about a lovely walk along the quay and a visit to the Emporium’s monthly craft fair 😁

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 25/02/2022

Some new designs I’ll be showcasing this weekend. French Knitted Foliage and Supersized Wire Hearts 🌿❤️🌿 Please DM for more details 😁

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 25/02/2022

Selling my wares in Colchester and Burnham on Crouch this weekend. Pop along if you’re in the neighbourhood 😁

13/02/2022

First Creme Egg of the season consumed today!!

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 10/02/2022

❤️ I held my first origami workshop ‘On The Quay’ in lovely Burnham on Crouch today. A big thank you to the fabulous attendees - I hope you all enjoyed getting creative! ❤️

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 04/02/2022

I’ve been making these beautiful macrame hearts for a while now and have finally got round to listing them ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Available through Etsy with some limited stock at The Art Place, Chelmsford and The Emporium on the Quay, Burnham on Crouch. DM for further information ♥️

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 15/01/2022

I have a second selling space! Find CreateExpectationsUK at the Emporium on the Quay in Burnham on Crouch - a lovely selling space that supports local makers ❤️

14/01/2022

Another lovely review ❤️ These always make my day 😊

How to French knit for beginners – Easy French knitting instructions 12/01/2022

How exciting!! CreateExpectationsUK gets a mention in this article!! V proud 😁

How to French knit for beginners – Easy French knitting instructions French knitting is easy, cheap and fun, so it's the perfect kids craft project. It's also known as spool knitting or corking. Here's how it's done...

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 12/01/2022

❤️ Some ‘keepsake’ clay cards I’ve been working on for Valentine’s Day ❤️ Newly listed on Etsy and also stocked at The Art Place in The Meadows, Chelmsford ❤️

Photos from CreateExpectations's post 07/01/2022

❤️Vintage OS Map Heart Garlands ❤️ Now Available!! ❤️

Want your business to be the top-listed Interior Service in Southend-on-Sea?
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.

Website

Address


Southend-on-Sea

Other Arts & Crafts Stores in Southend-on-Sea (show all)
the stitch itself the stitch itself
Southend-on-Sea

small crochet business, 100% handmade

Ruth's Blankets Ruth's Blankets
Southend-on-Sea

Handmade blankets, cushions and toys

Creativemonkey Creativemonkey
Southend-on-Sea

Hello we are Creative Monkey! We specialise in personalised gifts & custom-made pieces.

Classy rascals Classy rascals
Southchurch Boulevard
Southend-on-Sea, SS24

Felty Belle's Felty Belle's
Southend-on-Sea

Hand made felt creations from pet portraits to fantasy and fictional characters. Bespoke, customer c

Handmade by Manffy Witch Handmade by Manffy Witch
York Road
Southend-on-Sea, SS12RU

Handmade custom cards made for all occasions. Please message me for more information. I can do standard flat cards, internal pop up cards and dimensional cards Based in Southend ...

Back on the track decals Back on the track decals
Southend-on-Sea

pre designed and custom order decals for your car.

Prints and Books House Prints and Books House
Southend-on-Sea

Quality artwork prints and guestbooks for all occasions! Bespoke, personalised options available, p

On Sea Scented Melts On Sea Scented Melts
Southend-on-Sea, SS11

Hand poured scented melts, made from Rapeseed and Coconut Wax and Biodegradable glitter, and fully CLP compliant.

The Customisers The Customisers
Leigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, SS91

Stunning Balloon for Stunning Occasions Delivered Ready and DIY Balloon Booths Balloon Displays Ba

Nicki's Knitting + arts and crafts Nicki's Knitting + arts and crafts
Queen Road
Southend-on-Sea

Tina's Everything Pretty Tina's Everything Pretty
Southend-on-Sea, SS12