Mar 28, 20231 minLoughborough BellfoundrySince 1859, the bellfoundry has been home to historic bell makers John Taylor & Co. They have cast more than 25,000 bells that are hung...
Mar 27, 20231 minBurleigh in Stoke on TrentBehind the scenes at the renowned Middleport Pottery, the last working Victorian pottery in England and Burleigh's home since 1889....
Oct 3, 20221 minErnest Wright ScissorsFor a long time I've been intrigued by Sheffield and it's network of metalworkers and craftsmen. Ernest Wright reflects everything the...
Jul 7, 20211 minDrapers Of GlastonburyI stumbled across this fourth generation sheepskin manufacturer in Glastonbury. They have been making footwear since 1937 and are now the...
Mar 9, 20211 minCaravan LifeDuring the coldest snap we've had this winter, I noticed a small horse drawn caravan perched on the common up above where I live. I...
Mar 9, 20211 minMargo Selby Studio VisitI have always admired Margo Selby's colourful woven textiles and have been aware of her work since my sister interned for her 15 years...
Mar 9, 20211 minNek Chand GardenTen years ago I visited Nek Chand's Rock Garden in the Indian city of Chandigarh, a fascinating metropolis designed by Le Corbusier. The...