A NEW art and craft shop designed to give local people the chance to show off and sell their goods has opened in the Kingfisher Shopping Centre.

Sue Rowe, of Lovely Things, said the idea is to let space in the shop to dedicated local crafters as a platform to sell and publicise their work as there are many very talented people with no selling outlet.

She said: "Here is your go-to place for gifts as you will find that most items are hand-made and unique and made to very high standards but very reasonably priced with some crafters offering personalised items.

"There are also craft making items such as die cutters, punches and Melt & Pour soap and moulds and very shortly there will be paintings for sale in the large upstairs art showroom."

Anyone who is interested in renting a space can call 07777 611014 or email info@designerart.co.uk.