Arts and crafts Normandy

In Beaumont is a real cabinet of curiosities! It is Dominic Stora who, since 1977, welcomes you in his small shop-workshop. This craftsman is the last manufacturer of kaleidoscopes in Europe! He has designed more than 270,000 of them, small and large, simple or more sophisticated... 70% of his creations are exported worldwide. Created in the 19th century in Scotland, the kaleidoscope is an optical game that immediately brings back carefree childhood memories, and it still fascinates children and parents alike.

Welcome to Jean-Marie Planchon, artisan glassmaker, who welcomes you to his workshop to show you his art and his creations, which are original to say the least. Specializing in the design and restoration of stained glass, the artist also offers more classic creations. To please you or to please yourself, the store conceals a thousand and one treasures: photophores, lamps, candleholders, bowls, decorative objects... And if you can't find what you're looking for, there's always the option of ordering a made-to-measure item!

L'Atelier Julno is a must for craft lovers in Rouen. This workshop offers a fine collection of leather goods entirely handcrafted by its designer. The bags and accessories are carefully designed and impeccably finished. The atelier emphasizes simplicity and elegance, offering timeless and practical products. Take advantage of your visit to Rouen to discover this unique place where craftsmanship takes pride of place.

L'Atelier Boutique Céramique Terre de la Vallée is a pottery store located in Norolles. It offers a variety of handmade pottery by ceramist Sandrine Badarello. Visitors can purchase pottery directly from the store. The workshop address is Ferme de la Vallée, 14100 Norolles.

Didier Birée is a craftsman based in Alençon. Known as Spiromix, he is passionate about upcycling and creates unique pieces from recycled objects. His work focuses mainly on the creation of lighting fixtures, inspired by 1930s lamps, but he also creates other playful, poetic sculptures. Didier Birée uses materials such as tinplate and stainless steel to give new life to our everyday objects. His creations reflect emotion and transport the imagination between childhood memories, a desire for adventure and romanticism. He favors recycling in his work, using objects found in flea markets, attics and industrial scraps. The light sources he uses are low-energy and comply with current standards. Didier Birée's creations are exhibited in galleries and boutiques in France and New York, and it is also possible to place personalized orders.

Located in Gruchet-le-Valasse, Nadine Ledru is a talented sculptor who creates unique sculptures using various materials such as metal and ceramics. Her studio, located at the Abbaye de Gruchet-Le-Valasse, offers a calm and pleasant setting conducive to creativity. Nadine Ledru's sensitivity and keen sense of observation are reflected in her work. Her creative process is varied, ranging from a spontaneous idea to in-depth reflection on a project. Each creation requires time and patience, but the result is well worth the effort.

Run by Valérie Rogala Blin, an art potter, the workshop offers a collection of porcelain art ceramics.