Common Fiction

05/04/2024

Good bye! 👋

We’re a bit late on this post, but we’ve moved our last bits out of 85 Howard Street, and shut the door for the last time.

Those who know us, will know we’ve had the biggest ups and the biggest downs in our lives over the last 18 months. Couple all of this with a cost of living crisis, means it’s time for us to move on to some other exciting, new opportunities.

We’ve loved our time in North Shields. We’ve met some incredible people and will miss our co-working community. A big thank you to everyone who worked with us over the last 3 years. An extra special thank you to James and Jack.

Common Fiction will continue to exist in some way, under Andrew & Jade’s creative businesses. Workshops, bootcamps, mentoring and design work.

Jade + Andrew 💚

22/06/2023

Coworking x Friendship: one of the many benefits of working at CF is building friendships with your fellow coworkers!
Whether it’s building a working relationship with like-minded coworkers, or you just fancy a chat in your working day - we’ve got you covered!

Want to try us for FREE? Clink the link in our bio 💚

04/05/2023

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• ✨ N E W - D A T E S ✨ •
3 new workshops dates are now available to book! 👇🏼

✨Terrazzo Tray Making - Saturday 15th July Gateshead 6 -9pm

✨ Terrazzo Pot Making - Saturday 22nd July North Shields 12 - 3pm

✨Terrazzo Pot Making - Saturday 12th August Gateshead 6 -9pm

For all the details of each workshop and to book your tickets, please follow the link below 👇🏼 ✨

https://kaycarterstudio.eventbrite.com/

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04/05/2023

We are thrilled to announce that we are now accepting new taster sessions for this Spring.

After a much-enjoyed Paternity leave, we're back in the office, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated - just in time for the blooming season 🌷

We've already welcomed some wonderful new co-workers into our space this week, and we would love for you to join us too!

Book your free taster session today and come experience working at Common Fiction. We usually welcome our Tasters every Wednesday, but if that doesn't work for you, no worries - just let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate your schedule.

We can't wait to meet you and show you what Common Fiction has to offer 💚

commonfiction.co.uk

15/03/2023

SUNDAY!

• S U N D A Y - 1 9 T H •
Come and make a terrazzo pot!! 😍

In the 3 hour workshop you will be guided through making your very own bespoke terrazzo 8cm x 8cm pot - perfect for plants, makeup brushes, stationary & so much more! 🪴🖌️✍️

📍Common Fiction - North Shields
📆 Sunday 19th March 11-2pm
🎟️£40 pp

Suitable for beginners.

All materials, refreshments, fruit & snacks included 💫

To book follow the link in bio 🔗
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13/03/2023

Come inside Common Fiction, and have a look at what we're all about... our co-workers!

We're not just a vibey building, with inspirational decor and library, comfy seats, great lighting, next to great transport links and cool independent businesses.

We're a community of co-workers 💚

Freelancers, solopreneurs, remote workers - what matters at Common Fiction are the people you work with. Listen to Katie, Sharon and Jack, and what their experience of working at Common Fiction has been like. When you've finished, head over to our website, and book your free Taster day in.


commonfiction.co.uk

07/03/2023

We've launched our new website! 🚀

We're proud to say our website was designed by one of our co-workers Jack Redley, and built by Crafted Studios.

Another of our regular co-workers, Alan McDonald, designed and built our new booking system - meaning co-workers can manage their own bookings on our site directly.

commonfiction.co.uk

05/03/2023

Only a couple of tix left for this workshop!✨

• M O T H E R ‘S ~ D A Y •
Come and create your own terrazzo planter, Sunday 19th March in North Shields!

A lovely way to spend the day! 💓

Only a couple of tickets left for this workshop 💫

To book follow the link below 💓

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-casting-workshop-terrazzo-tray-tickets-530738552297

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28/02/2023

MOTHER'S DAY - Sun 19th March, 11am - 2pm

Kaycarterstudio is hosting the perfect Mother's Day present - a Terrazzo Pot Making workshop!

🪴 Take home your own Terrazzo Pot, that you made on the day.

🎨 All materials, and light refreshments are included.

Purchase your tickets here, limited tickets available - eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-casting-workshop-terrazzo-pot-tickets-530738552297

21/02/2023

🚨Important info: Please read

Next week will be our last week taking on tasters until Wednesday 19th April. We will stay open during this time to our regular co-workers only due to staff on paternity/maternity leave.

If you're keen to use the space but haven't had a taster yet, get in touch with us, and we'll do our best to fit you in before March 3rd.

Thank you for your continued support! We look forward to continuing to welcome new co-workers in April

Team CF
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09/02/2023

Meet our Friends In Common✨

Dave Hughes / Director, Communications Agency

“Having moved back to my native Shields following years working in London offices, I needed a place to work that brought the energy and vibes that I was used to. Working remotely and largely from home, I missed the day to day interactions that I’d become used to pre-pandemic.

I’d been looking for a co-working space in the local area but there was nothing that ‘got’ what I was looking for. It wasn’t just a desk that I needed, it was about the people, the culture, the environment, the design, the general vibe.

I became aware of Common Fiction and went down to meet Andrew and Jade just before the place was opening. Within seconds of being in there, I knew I’d found what I was looking for. I continue to enjoy every minute of the time I spend there and would fully recommend it to other remote workers that want a ‘third place’ that isn’t home and isn’t their office.”

02/02/2023

NEW 2023 PRICELIST 📣

We wanted to kick start 2023 with new prices by simplifying our offerings and making our space affordable.

We've listened to feedback and are now offering a half-day option for coworkers who need flexibility.

Our DM's are open if you have any questions! 💚✨

21/01/2023

Couple more tickets added for next Saturday! ✨🙌

19/01/2023

👀👀launching soon….

14/01/2023

NEXT WORKSHOP JAN 28TH AT CF!

Only a few tickets left! ✨✨✨

12/01/2023

✨NEW YEAR, NEW WORKSPACE✨

Need a workspace that's not your home? We're here for you!

Join us at CF where we take an holistic approach to a work / life balance that hugs opportunity, friendship and collaboration.

You can try out our space for free via the link in our bio! 💚

We can't wait to meet you!

10/01/2023

Hey, 2023 ✨👋 we are back open for business!

We are looking forward in welcoming back our co-workers to the studio ✌️

We have some lush events coming up in Jan! We have with us on January 26th with their rescheduled event Chit-chat at the Coast!
carter.studio is back with a new terrazzo tray casting workshop on Saturday 28th January! Link in our bio to buy tickets! Use code '2together' and get 10% off when booking 2 or more tickets ✨💚

Our inbox is open if you're interested in running your own event in our space! Got some ideas? email us 👉 [email protected]

13/12/2022

✨CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS✨

We'll be open until and including Thursday 22nd December, and then we're reopening Tuesday 10th January - in line with the later school hols this year! 🎄