Category: Artisan/Maker Community

  • The Grounding Effects of Craft: How Handmade Objects Support Our Wellbeing

    Last week, I immersed myself in London Craft Week, a celebration of exceptional craftsmanship showcasing hundreds of makers, designers, brands, and galleries.  While the event often features panels and symposiums exploring the social, economic, and environmental value of craft, discussions on the impact of craft on personal wellbeing remain surprisingly rare. We live in an…

  • Making Choices: What Craft Teaches Us About Sustainable Living

    Through the lens of Mexican pottery making, this article explores how craft traditions might help us navigate the challenges of conscious consumption in our digital age. From traditional clay cookware to our relationship with everyday objects, we discover how mindful choices can bridge the gap between environmental values and consumer behaviour.