35 Items for 35 Years: QEST’s Auction is Live!
2nd October 2025
In celebration of their 35th anniversary, QEST are hosting an online auction showcasing 35 exceptional items generously donated by QEST Alumni and friends. From sculpture and jewellery to print and decorative art, this collection celebrates the skill, passion and creativity of craftspeople from across the UK.
The auction includes a willow sculpture by Bob Johnston, a headpiece by Filipa Cardoso, personalised bread board by NEJ Stevenson, The Master’s Cut by Johnnie Walker and bespoke jacket by Jennie Adamson, a ceramic vessel by Ella Porter and a necklace by Kayo Saito. With exclusive one-offs and pieces reflecting skills gained through QEST training, this is a special opportunity to own a piece of UK craft and support the makers shaping its future. Every bid helps QEST champion craft excellence, protect vital skills, and strengthen the future of UK craft.
Explore & Bid
With thanks to all the generous individuals who have kindly contributed their items:
- Andrea Spencer, Glass Sculpture
- Bob Johnston, Willow Sculpture
- Charlie Calder-Potts, Mixed Media Artwork
- Davina A Chapman, Three Framed Cartoons
- Ella Porter, Ceramic Vessel
- Epona Smith, Silver Engraving
- Filipa Cardoso, Headdress
- Fiona Arnold, Basketry Workshop
- Frances Priest, Ceramic Vase
- Hanny Newton, Framed Embroidered Artwork
- Isabelle Davies, Stained Glass Hanging Panel
- Julian Calder and Kate Holland, Fine Book Binding
- Kate Pankhurst, Embroidery
- Katherine Huskie, Glass and Gold Earrings
- Kayo Saito, Necklace
- Kumiko Kihara, Sterling Silver and Gold Pendant
- Lauren Day, Framed Thread Palette
- Leilah Vyner, Willow Cat Sculpture
- Leilah Vyner, Willow Dog Sculpture
- Leszek Sikoń, Hand-Forged Knife
- Lisi Ashbridge, Personalised Letter Carving
- Lucy May Schofield, Woodcut Print Hanging Scroll
- Margaret Jones, Woven Tapestry
- Meg Buick, Lithograph Print
- Melissa White, Decorative Chest
- Michèle Oberdieck, Glass Vessel
- Ndidi Ekubia, Silver Beaker
- NEJ Stevenson, Personalised Engraved Bread Board
- Pia Östlund, Limited Edition Nature Print
- Poppy Field, Bronze Portrait
- Sarah Loughlin, Woven Basket
- Scott Benefield, Glass Vessel
- Sofia Karakatsanis, Side Table
- The Master’s Cut, Johnnie Walker & Jennie Adamson
- Theadora Ballantyne-Way, Print
As a charity, QEST’s work is made possible through the generous donations of its funders. Support from individuals and organisations ensure QEST can continue to provide transformative opportunities for talented and aspiring makers across the UK, for the next 35 years and beyond.
During the final week of the Auction, Monday 3 – Sunday 9 November, QEST will launch its first ‘Investing in the Future of Craft’ campaign across digital channels. The week will celebrate craft, creativity and community, shining a spotlight on the 900-strong Alumni, partnerships and programmes, while inviting everyone to get involved by sharing stories of craft and championing its future by using the #QEST.
The auction will close at 5pm on Sunday 9 November.
