Shop Management Team
The Shop Management Team look after the day to day running of the shop, discussing new tenancies and sharing information about the tenants with our customers.
If you have any questions or need help, come in and talk to a member of our Shop Management Team or email in on Shop@ThePlaceTo.co.uk
We are pleased to introduce:
- Amos Country Kitchen - I am Richenda and although I was born and brought up in Yorkshire, I have been living in Kent for over 30 years. I make a wide range of jams, pickles and preserves, where possible, using produce from my garden. I also source produce as much as possible, locally in Kent. I enjoy experimenting with different flavour combinations and varieties not available in regular food shops.
- Brenna’s Crafts - I have always had an interest in crafting from a very young age and on a recent visit to Deal I was inspired to create some pebble pictures. I collected drift wood and various pebbles from the beach and got creative. I dabble with card making using various mediums such as paper craft and cross stitch. Making things gives me a sense of purpose and hopefully brings pleasure to others.…
- Chariot’s Treasures - Hi, We are Gwen and Keith and have been trading for 38 years at various venues and events. Some of our items are made in underdeveloped countries under the Fairtrade Scheme from discarded rubbish or local materials. Most of our glass items are beautifully handblown. There is also a selection of crafts made from bits and pieces by ourselves and some gifts are hallmarked. All proceeds from sales are sent…
- City Pottery - Playful Potter Culture Fan Music Lover Idealist Friend Etsy.com/uk/shop/citypotteryshop City Pottery
- Deal by the Beach - Welcome to Deal by the Beach, a family-run business established in 2024 by a mother, father, and their two sons. We’ve lived in Deal all our lives, embracing the unique charm of our pebble beach and the serene beauty of the sea. Our boys grew up by the shore, fostering a deep love for the coastal lifestyle that inspired our brand. At Deal by the Beach, we celebrate our seaside…
- Handmade with Care - Hello, my name is Katie and what started out as a nice little hobby has almost taken over my life! Put simply; I love to crochet. It is relaxing yet stimulating and I never cease to be amazed that a single hook and some yarn can produce such beautiful work. I make a wide variety of items from baby shoes to house decorations to clothes and novelties. I am open…
- Head West - My name is Michele Skelt and I moved to Deal from Essex 18 months ago Since then I have found both the time and the inspiration to indulge my lifelong love of crafting from my tiny garden studio. I have created a brand called Head West featuring glass mosaic designs and cotton crochet bags, as well as a few other favourite crafts...
- K R Gifts – Steve - I am always on the lookout for un-usual Gifts that you typically wouldn’t find on the High Street.I also feel that customers want to see, touch and feel the product because it all part of the shopping experience.For me taking up the opportunity to display my Gifts at ‘The Place To’ was an easy decision, I think that the environment that mixes Artists, Craft, Home and small businesses together makes…
- Liam’s Woodworking - "My name is Liam and I am a local woodworker (Liams woodworking), who specialises in the making of high end bespoke resin and wood furniture all handmade. I make a number of other things such as rustic and solid wood tables, Wall art, chopping boards, coffee/dining tables, kitchen worktops, and more. All made from quality and responsibly sourced woods such as oak, walnut, beach, ash and yew etc. My Facebook…
- One Good Turn - Brenna and Ian are self taught wood turners, having taken up the craft a few years ago. They use a large selection of electric and manual tools, from working with a traditionally foot driven pole lathe to a classic electric lathe. They make all types of wooden items from children’s toys to magic wands as well as the more traditional bowls and pots. Their workshop is set in the grounds…
- Ornativa - My name is Elaine and I have been knitting and sewing from an early age. I have knitted everything from jumpers for my children to Dr Who scarves and Kaffe Fassett diamond pattern jackets. More recently I have contributed to a knitted village that was exhibited at the national Knit and Stitch Show, and designed a tea cosy that was chosen for inclusion in a book of new designs. I…
- Over the Rainbow – Zenia Ford - 30 years ago my friend and I started sewing and making crafts to sell at church fairs etc. We were called Rainbow Craft. Now we are older, but still creating - Rosemary crafting and me now a shop owner. Who would have thought it!
- RAINBOW CRAFTS - Over 30 years ago , Zenia & I started sewing and making crafts to sell at church fairs etc. we were called Rainbow Crafts. Opening The Place to... has re invigorated my passion and now I have a purpose and space to display my crafts.
- The Magic Treehouse - Born from the idea of a place to hide where we can spend our time alone creating and imagining. The Magic Treehouse is an entity rather than a person. The Treehouse is a personal space to be alone and make or create, decorate or imagine whatever makes us happy at the time. We hope you will enjoy the creations born from this happy place and thank you for supporting our…
- The Shape of Glass - The technique of cutting glass into different shapes, foiling and soldering them together (known as Tiffany) was a craft that really interested me. 3 years on and I have fallen in love with it. The ability to create an image from glass with little detail and still portray the meaning fascinates me. My work varies, from standard pieces to more elaborate work, many of my own design. From Ballerinas, to…
- Walmer Candles and Wax Melts - My name is Leigh- Anne and I have lived in Deal for over 20 years (work brought me here) My husband is from Deal and it’s where we’ve raised our son. I started making candles last year when I could find any candles with a good hot throw, interesting scents and that didn’t cost a fortune! I use a coconut/ rapeseed wax blend that is sustainably sourced and quality scents that are…
- Watercolours by Jill - I am a local self taught watercolour and mixed media artist, and have many cards and prints for sale of the local area. My work can be seen on my facebook page WatercoloursByJill. I also have pages on Etsy and Folksy..