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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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The mainstream market for candles is very competitive but to my mind nothing beats a handmade offering. But why are they such fantastic products? Of course, the best thing about

In generations past, autumn was a season when everyone, from farmers and housewives to business and land owners would be preparing for winter. Depending on the geographical location and time

Lately, there seems to be a lot of negativity around as winter approaches,  and uncertainty about the future. We can help artists and crafters to prepare for many eventualities with

When running a handmade goods business, it makes sense to have a close watch on the seasons. Structuring goods, in regard to their release and production that is centred around

The concept of a wreath is generally credited right back to the Greco Roman era, where wreaths were made out of leaves, twigs, flowers and even small fruit. They adorned

Autumn is a time of beautiful sights, sounds and smells. With leaves turning every colour from golden brown through to crimson reds. There is an abundance of stunning colours that