Artisans Hub – Independent Gift Shop at Blake House Craft Centre, Essex

Looking for unique gifts in Essex? Welcome to Artisans Hub Gift Shop, an independent gift shop at Blake House Craft Centre near Braintree on the a120, where you’ll discover carefully chosen gifts, beautiful home fragrance, a huge selection of greeting cards and handmade products from talented local makers and small independent businesses.

Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, anniversary, new home, wedding or simply treating yourself, Artisans Hub offers an ever-changing collection of thoughtful gifts that you won’t find on the high street.

Our shop proudly supports more than 20 independent businesses, bringing together high-quality handmade and artisan products under one roof. From stylish home accessories and jewellery to ceramics, bath and body products, seasonal decorations and locally made gifts, there’s always something new to discover.

Artisans Hub Gift Shop is also home to The Soy Wax Candle Company, where our luxury hand-poured soy wax candles, long-lasting reed diffusers and highly scented wax melts are made using premium fragrance oils. Our home fragrance collections have become a favourite with visitors looking for beautiful scents that make every home feel welcoming.

Alongside our gift collections, we stock one of the area’s largest selections of greeting cards, making it easy to find the perfect card to accompany your gift.

Situated within the popular Blake House Craft Centre, your visit doesn’t stop at Artisans Hub Gift Shop. Spend the day exploring our independent shops, enjoy delicious food and drinks at The Grain Shed Tea Room, browse locally made products and discover everything our unique shopping destination has to offer.

Whether you’re searching for handmade gifts, home fragrance, locally crafted products or simply looking for inspiration, you’ll receive a warm welcome from our friendly team.

Why Visit Artisans Hub Gift Shop?

• Independent gift shop in Essex
• Supporting over 20 local makers and small businesses
• Home of The Soy Wax Candle Company
• Luxury soy wax candles, reed diffusers and wax melts
• Huge range of greeting cards
• New arrivals every week
• Free parking
• Dog friendly
• Located within Blake House Craft Centre near Braintree