Meet the Owner

Hi, I'm Molly, the founder of Dabble & Mooch.

I've been running my illustration business Molly Designs for over seven years, and opening my own gift shop has always been a dream of mine. I wanted to create a space where I could not only sell my own work but also showcase beautiful handmade products from talented UK makers.

Before opening the shop, I spent years trading at markets, and many of the makers you'll find in-store are people I've met along the way. Others I've connected with through our amazing small business community online. I know every maker by name, and it brings me so much joy to support their businesses and share their work with our customers.

Dabble & Mooch is built on creativity, community, and a love of handmade products, and I'm so grateful to be able to bring all of that together in one place.

If you'd like to see more of my illustration work, you can find me on Instagram @_mollydesigns_

More Than a Shop

Dabble & Mooch is more than just a gift shop - it's a place to get creative, discover something new, and connect with others. Whether you've always wanted to try a new craft or you're looking to spend a relaxing afternoon making something by hand, our workshops are designed to be fun, welcoming, and suitable for all experience levels.

Throughout the year, we host a variety of creative workshops led by talented artists and makers from our wonderful small business community. It's a chance to learn new skills, meet like-minded people, and enjoy a few hours away from the everyday.

Take a look at our current workshop schedule and be sure to check back regularly, as we're always adding new classes and creative experiences. We'd love to welcome you along!

Upcoming workshops

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