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Modern Folk Interiors

Modern Folk Interiors

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Modern Folk is an interior trend that Top Drawer in partnership with Press Loft predicts for this winter: 'the modern folk interior trend shares the same qualities of vintage style but uses deeper colours. This trend will be sure to make a statement to any interior space.  To achieve the Modern Folk look, use bold colours, unique prints, handmade accessories, vintage soft furnishings and funky fabrics'.

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Artists at Home

Artists at Home

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Who would have known that behind West London closed doors, there is such a high standard of artistic activity taking place?

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Humming with Creativity at Cockpit Arts, Deptford

Humming with Creativity at Cockpit Arts, Deptford

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There I was mesmerised by floor after floor of talented makers - weavers, jewellers, ceramicists, leather makers, cabinetmakers, artists, tailors and even a shoemaker.

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Emerging Artists at The Other Art Fair

Emerging Artists at The Other Art Fair

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I always look forward to a visit to The Other Art Fair. It is one of the only fairs where you can meet emerging artists and buy their work direct for a reasonable price.

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Open Studios at Cockpit Arts, Deptford

Open Studios at Cockpit Arts, Deptford

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The studios at Cockpit Arts, Deptford will be open to the public this weekend for the first time in 18 months. Established in 1986, Cockpit Arts is the UK's largest, most diverse cluster of makers and the country's only craft business incubator. Members of the public can meet and see artists, designers and makers at work in their studios. Shop textiles, ceramics, glass, wood, fine jewellery and homewares. The open studios are free to attend, but you must pre-book your tickets. Opening times: Friday, 2nd July - 12 - 8 pm Saturday, 3rd July - 12 - 6 pm Sunday,...

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The Other Art Fair, London

The Other Art Fair, London

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The Other Art Fair, London opens its doors this Thursday for a four day event. The fair, organised by Saatchi Art, differentiates itself from major art fairs by connecting selected artists directly with the public ie no galleries involved. The result is well priced art bought direct from the artist.  The fair will take place under a canopy in the glorious setting of Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross providing an airy, covid safe environment to view the art. Leave plenty of time to explore Coal Drops Yard. The architecture is impressive and there are masses of great places to eat...

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