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The Art Workers Guild

The Art Workers Guild

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The Art Workers Guild was set up by an eminent group of architects and designers in 1884 by well known names within the Art and Craft movement of the time including Gerald Horsley, WR Lethaby and Mervyns McCartne

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Festival Vibes at Handmade Oxford

Festival Vibes at Handmade Oxford

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Throughout the four days there were stalls selling jewellery, woodwork, artwork, glass, blankets, scarves, art. The beautiful list of desirable pieces goes on . . .

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London Craft Week

London Craft Week

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Department stores, luxury retailers, small boutiques, markets, auction houses, museums, galleries, colleges and design organisations across the city pulled together to host a week long spectacle of events under the umbrella of craft.

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Craft in Focus at RHS Garden Wisley

Craft in Focus at RHS Garden Wisley

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This symphony of spring provided a splendid backdrop for Craft in Focus, a five day spectacular of over 140 makers showcasing their work in marquees erected upon the green lawns of Wisley.

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Artisan Makers Return to Chelsea

Artisan Makers Return to Chelsea

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The reason for my visit on Friday was not for nostalgic reasons, but for the three day event, Handmade Chelsea in Chelsea Old Town Hall organised by Made in Britain. Given it's history, Chelsea and Chelsea Old Town Hall provided the perfect creative setting for UK artisan makers and artists to showcase their handmade interior accessories, art, glass, fashion accessories and jewellery.

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