A new craft shop aimed at community projects and children's art has opened in Lowestoft.

Lowestoft Journal: Alexis, 5, and Robyn, 2, taking part in the activities at Crafty Dreamzzz.Alexis, 5, and Robyn, 2, taking part in the activities at Crafty Dreamzzz. (Image: James Weeds)

Julie Berwick, 44, opened Crafty Dreamzzz Shop on London Road South on Saturday.

Ms Berwick, originally from Romford, Essex, will be providing activities for children as well as selling crafts from local producers.

The store contains rented shelves from local crafters, a children's gallery and a community corner.

Lowestoft Journal: Julie Berwick at the grand opening of Crafty Dreamzzz.Julie Berwick at the grand opening of Crafty Dreamzzz. (Image: James Weeds)

Ms Berwick said: "I just think it's great fun, there's no right or wrong and everyone can be included.

"It's therapeutic."

Ms Berwick also gets involved in community outreach programmes and after school clubs.

"This is definitely a community project," she said. "Everyone is welcome to come in and participate."

Lowestoft Journal: Crafty Dreamzzz opened on Lowestoft Road South on Saturday, July 3.Crafty Dreamzzz opened on Lowestoft Road South on Saturday, July 3. (Image: James Weeds)

Mrs Berwick will be hosting workshops on sand art and portrait painting.

"I would like to thank the shelf holders for their support, you've been brilliant."

Opening hours are 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 9.30am to 3.30pm on a Saturday.

Lowestoft Journal: Some of the crafts for sale at Crafty Dreamzzz.Some of the crafts for sale at Crafty Dreamzzz. (Image: James Weeds)

Lowestoft Journal: Julie Berwick decided to open the new craft store as the time felt right.Julie Berwick decided to open the new craft store as the time felt right. (Image: James Weeds)

Lowestoft Journal: The bargain corner at Crafty Dreamzzz.The bargain corner at Crafty Dreamzzz. (Image: James Weeds)

Lowestoft Journal: The children's art gallery at Crafty Dreamzzz.The children's art gallery at Crafty Dreamzzz. (Image: James Weeds)

Lowestoft Journal: Local crafts for sale at Crafty Dreamzzz.Local crafts for sale at Crafty Dreamzzz. (Image: James Weeds)