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PR Case Study: Flamin’ Good Crafts – Gosport’s Best Independent Business Awards

The brief

Flamin’ Good Crafts is a welcoming creative studio on Stoke Road in Gosport, offering craft workshops, social “make and chat” sessions and bespoke handmade items. The owner, Sarah Cawte, wanted to raise the profile of her business, celebrate the support of her loyal customers and highlight the positive changes happening on Stoke Road.

Rachel at Morph PR and Marketing, who is Sarsh’s business mentor, supported Sarah to share her story around the 2026 Gosport’s Best Independent Business awards – positioning Flamin’ Good Crafts as a much‑loved local business at the heart of its community.

Client: Flamin’ Good Crafts, Gosport

Sector: Retail, creative studio, wellbeing

Services: Local PR, awards entry support, copywriting

Our Approach

We worked with Sarah to develop a positive, people‑focused story that would resonate with local media, customers and the wider Gosport community. The press release highlighted Flamin’ Good Crafts sucess.

  • The recognition she received in the 2026 Gosport’s Best Independent Business awards.

  • The unique mix of workshops, social sessions and bespoke keepsakes that make Flamin’ Good Crafts stand out.

  • The wider success story of Stoke Road’s independent businesses and community‑focused projects.

The release was written so it could be used on Sarah’s own channels as well as pitched to local media and business networks.

PR

Gosport crafter recognised in Best Independent Business awards

Gosport artisan and small business owner Sarah Cawte, of Flamin’ Good Crafts in Stoke Road, has been recognised in the 2026 Gosport’s Best Independent Business awards, celebrating the town’s most loved local traders. Flamin’ Good Crafts received a commendation award in the competition, which saw 78 independent businesses from across the borough nominated by local residents.

Sarah, who runs Flamin’ Good Crafts at 85 Stoke Road, has built a reputation for her welcoming creative space offering craft workshops, social “make and chat” sessions and bespoke handmade items. From sewing and fabric upcycling to memory bears and keepsakes made from treasured clothing, her business focuses on helping people create personal, meaningful pieces while enjoying time together in a friendly environment.

The Gosport’s Best Independent Business awards are organised by Gosport Borough Council to highlight and promote the town’s independent retailers, cafés, salons and creative studios. Shoppers are invited to vote for their favourite local businesses, with short‑listed traders attending an awards event at Gosport Town Hall, where winners and commended businesses are announced.

Reacting to the news of her commendation, Sarah said she felt proud and humbled that so many customers had taken the time to vote. She added that recognition in the awards is particularly special because it reflects the local community’s support and the value people place on Gosport’s small, independent shops.

Flamin’ Good Crafts’ success is another positive story for Stoke Road, which has seen a growing mix of independent businesses and community‑focused projects in recent years. Sarah continues to collaborate with local groups and events, promoting the benefits of crafting for wellbeing and encouraging residents of all ages and abilities to “have a go” at something new.

Customers can find Flamin’ Good Crafts at 85 Stoke Road, Gosport, and follow the business on social media for workshop dates, opening times and details of upcoming community craft events.

For more information about how to join or attend an event, or what’s on, please contact Sarah Cawte at Flamin’ Good Crafts.


ENDS

Coverage

    • Flamin’ Good Crafts received a commendation in the 2026 Gosport’s Best Independent Business awards.

    • The story showcased how local customers value small, independent shops and creative spaces in Gosport.

    • Sarah gained a ready‑made piece of PR content she could share on her website, social media and newsletters to thank customers and attract new visitors.

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