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Here you can find all the important story updates that we’d like to share with you, from the latest policy updates, current Affairs, craft events and general craft musings. But most importantly, we like to let our crafters take centre stage, so here are some of their stories.

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Why Traditionally Made Knives are a Cut Above

It’s something we use several times a day, without which no civilisation would be able to develop and central to several professions. Let’s talk about the humble knife. Whether it be a table knife for tucking

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When it comes to finding places to promote your handmade crafts, there are lots of different options to choose from. Not only can you look at selling crafts online directly

It’s the dream of many; a business based on your hobby, working hours which suit you with people you like and turning over enough of a profit on which you

How resin is fast becoming a versatile, inexpensive craft material of choice What comes to mind when you think of a cottage industry? Maybe it’s a gentle-faced woman, hands rough through

Social media plays a huge part in most of our lives and the majority of us are aware of Facebook and LinkedIn. However, those of us who hail from the

Imagine for a moment…an autumnal afternoon is drawing to a close; dusk is gently falling and the skies are changing from a clear blue to a soft grey. Outside you

Autumn brings with it a subtle change in the air; blue-skied mornings with a distinct chill that hits us as we walk out of our homes and embrace a new day. Autumn