Although lockdown presented a huge set of challenges to the art sector worldwide, many artists have found new areas of inspiration in a slower pace of life. Jewellery designer and maker Lauren Bell-Brown shares her experience of going back to nature and watching an entire season pass. Be one of the first to shop her… Read more »
The first Selvedge World Fair takes place online from 3 – 5 September 2020. The three-day virtual event, a celebration of cloth, culture and creativity, will present the work of 100 artisans, bringing together varied – and in some cases endangered – textile traditions from 60 countries. Visitors will be able to buy handmade fabric,… Read more »
Just in time for autumn, MADE Makers September will feature independent textile weavers and designers. According to a recent poll by Populus, reported by EcoTextile News, 50% of consumers want to see real sustainable change in fashion and supply chains. MADE Makers is the perfect destination to buy collectible handmade pieces, woven to last. Limited-edition… Read more »
MADE Maker Sue Lowday talks about the sustainability of buying high-quality leather goods. New one-off pieces, which proved popular with collectors at the last show in August 2020, will be available this September! What are you working on right now? I am currently working on a very special vegetable tanned leather case for the Bishop… Read more »
This September will see over 100 makers join the online event, including plenty of new faces! Meet three of our new MADE Makers: Andrew Byham, Jane Sarre and Kate Welton, who talk about their methods and inspiration. Tell us more about the methods you love to use. Andrew Byham: “I use almost exclusively hand… Read more »
Jewellery designer Kate Bajic talks about her favourite piece on sale at MADE Makers August, and how she’s moving forward with customer wellbeing as a priority. What are you working on right now? I’m developing a new series of drop earrings combining hand pierced and textured silver with luscious gemstones. I’m also working on a… Read more »
As events are pushed back and galleries remain closed, we’ve been searching for the best way to support contemporary artists and designers. In June 2020, the first ever MADE MAKERS online fair was held: one platform, two days, 80 makers, and 8,500 online visitors. A portion of sales went to Refuge, Mind and Crafts Council,… Read more »
Let’s CrAFT Packs The Crafts Council are fundraising to give as many children across the country as possible art and crafts activity packs. The Let’s Create packs are aimed at primary and secondary school-aged children who are currently most in need of support – giving them the chance to be creative at home, feel proud of their creations… Read more »
