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Craft partnered with business

Karina Thompson enjoyed experimenting with equipment provided by VSM.

Craftspace is a craft development organisation which built an unusual relationship with household sewing machine manufacturer and distributor VSM (UK) Ltd.

A tapestry weaver's day could involve sitting at the loom all day, just simply weaving.

Being a tapestry weaver

Dovecot Studios is a leading contemporary tapestry studio. Weavers Douglas Grierson and Jonathan Cleaver, and director David Weir, share their perspective on the history and current state of tapestry.

Godfrey makes runs the last business in Scotland to make hand-made clogs from wood and leather. Godfrey makes clogs of all colours.

Making shoes and clogs

For over 30 years Godfrey Smith has made handcrafted clogs from wood and leather. The leather he uses comes in a wide range of colours, making some of his footwear products very distinctive.

Tatty Devine's 3D Specs Necklace' was inspired by Americana.

Tatty Devine accessories

Tatty Devine crafts unique, handmade accessories inspired by rock 'n' roll, 50s Americana and everyday objects. Rosie Wolfenden met her co-founder, Harriet Vine, studying Fine Art.

Career article

Karen Arthur balances a full-time career as a teacher with her passion for making handbags.

Stay focused on your career

There’s no time like the present to start following your ambitions. So stop adding to your ‘to do’ list and start putting the plans you already have into action.

Textile designer Zeena Shah from Heart Zeena

10 ways to plan for success

Scheduling in the tasks you want to accomplish over a 12-month period can be a daunting task. But it’s essential to plan if you want your creative business to succeed.

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