Vaughan Nash – National Handcraft Competition 2026
The Vaughan Nash competition will be exhibited at the new Members’ Gathering (formerly the National Conference) in the Apex Hotel, Dundee on the 11th & 12th of September 2026.
The Vaughan Nash is a national handcraft competition. It celebrates creativity, skill, and presentation in both traditional and modern crafts. Each entry must include five handmade items, displayed together as one exhibit. The items should demonstrate a variety of craft techniques and be arranged to look good as one exhibit and be themed on ‘Festivals’.
This year we’re developing a new format of using Federation Hubs to help collect, deliver and return entries, making the competition more accessible for members who are unable to attend the Gathering in person. (more information to follow soon).
What must my entry contain?
All entries to the Vaughan Nash must contain five handmade items displayed as one exhibit.
Who can enter the Vaughan Nash Competition?
Entries must be from a team of at least two members from the same or different Institutes/Federations.
What is this year’s theme?
Festivals
How big is the display area for my exhibit?
A maximum display area of 30×30 will be provided, covered with a white tablecloth. Please ensure your items fit within this space. Please include a photo of your exhibit during when submitting your entry.
How much does it cost to enter?
The cost of entry to the competition is £10.
When is the deadline for submission?
The entry is June 26th, 2026, no late entries will be accepted.
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