In recent years there’s been a definite surge in crafting in London. The Make Lounge filled the void for short workshops in contemporary crafts with an indie twist and was swiftly followed by the Papered Parlour and others. Whether it’s cupcake decorating or crocheted arigumi …
The crafting scene in London is more vibrant than ever, with groups and projects popping up all over the city to cater to the crafters desire for fun events be they over cakes or cocktails. We caught up with one of the “feisty but friendly” …
Writing poetry is a craft, a intricate working through of words, metre, timbre, tone, vision and feeling; your tools pen and paper, brain and voice. A smattering of talent can help. But not everyone’s cut out for poetic greatness so the Poetry Society had a …
Stitch and Bitch London have been meeting and teaching knitting for free every single week since January 2005. They’re used to getting a few odd looks and a bit of pointing, they’re used to the ‘Can you knit me a scarf/hat/jumper?” hilarious requests and the …
For contemporary craft fans who like hand-made jewellery, original textiles and surprising innovations in all things related to craft, get down to Origin: The London Craft Fair at Somerset House ASAP. Organised by the Craft Council this is a two-week festival with a changeover between …
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