Creative Studio

Welcome to the Little Gems Creative Centre, a warm, inspiring and beautifully equipped studio space in the heart of Long Melford, Suffolk, dedicated to creativity, learning and wellbeing.

Whether you're joining one of our hands-on workshops, booking the space for your own event, or simply looking for a place to reconnect with your creative side, our Creative Centre is designed to feel calming, welcoming and full of possibility.

Workshops & Creative Courses

We run a full programme of creative workshops and craft courses throughout the year, welcoming beginners and experienced makers alike. From Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and furniture upcycling to decorative finishes, interior styling, lampshade making and our new Healthy Home & Wellbeing Academy sessions, there's always something to discover.

All workshops are hosted at our Creative Centre at Little Gems Interiors, The Old White Hart, Long Melford, easily accessible from Sudbury, Lavenham, Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill and Colchester. Materials and refreshments are included in all sessions unless otherwise stated.

Hire Our Creative Studio

Looking for a beautiful, characterful space to hire in Suffolk? Our Creative Studio is available to hire for your own workshops, events, treatments and gatherings, and it comes with something no blank conference room can offer: soul.

Set within our lifestyle and wellness store, the space is ideal for wellness practitioners, yoga teachers, therapists, coaches, corporate teams and community groups looking for an inspiring venue in a convenient Suffolk location. Hire the studio for a morning, a full day or on a regular basis, and your attendees can browse our curated shop of home décor, Neal's Yard Remedies organic skincare and boutique clothing before or after your session.

Perfect for: yoga and pilates classes, sound baths, mindfulness sessions, beauty treatment days, team away-days, craft workshops, photography shoots, private celebrations, hen parties, and corporate wellbeing events.

We serve the wider Suffolk and north Essex area including Long Melford, Sudbury, Lavenham, Clare, Hadleigh, Bury St Edmunds and Colchester. To discuss availability, capacity and pricing, please get in touch, we'd love to welcome you.

Explore our workshops

Chalk Paint Workshops

We are Annie Sloan Chalk Paint stockists and share our training and expertise to help you explore the world of decorative painting and how to upcycle furniture.

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Creative Workshops

We collaborate with local artists and creators to share their creative talents and teach you new skills. Find out more about forthcoming sessions here. 

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Taster Workshops

Looking for new and exciting creative hobbies? Want to expand your skills? Or, just love crafting. Our taster workshops are for you.

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Our Workshops

Our workshops are fun, relaxed and hands-on with options available for different skill levels. They are a great way to meet like minded people and escape the stresses of everyday life.  All of our workshops take place at our Creative Centre at Little Gems Interiors in Long Melford, Suffolk. With easy access from Bury St Edmunds, Sudbury, Colchester and the surrounding areas of Essex and Suffolk. 

Love to craft socially? Join our Craft & Chatter sessions on Tuesdays. Come & socialise, with like minded crafters and enjoy a complimentary refreshment. Bring along your own projects.

Featured Workshops

Introduction to upcycling

From prep work to paint techniques, this course covers all the basics of upcycling. 

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Creative Workshops

We collaborate with local artists and creators to share their creative talents and teach you new skills. Find out more about forthcoming sessions here. 

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Taster Workshops

Looking for new and exciting creative hobbies? Want to expand your skills? Or, just love crafting. Our taster workshops are for you.

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