Tag: craft

Living With Cloth: A Slow Practice For Uncertain Times

This post explores the intimate relationship between textiles and human experience, emphasising their role as everyday companions that provide comfort during challenging times. Cloth allows a slower, gentler engagement with life, fostering healing through presence and repair. It underscores the importance of care in our choices while inviting mindfulness in how we live with fabric.… Read More Living With Cloth: A Slow Practice For Uncertain Times

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William Morris: & The New Wave of Sustainable Craft: From Block Print to Biophilic Design

William Morris’s legacy is not confined to the pages of design history—it’s alive as a quiet revolution reshaping how we live, make, and care. As one of the founding voices of the Arts and Crafts movement, William Morris championed handcrafted objects, natural materials, and ethical production at a time when industrialisation threatened to sever design… Read More William Morris: & The New Wave of Sustainable Craft: From Block Print to Biophilic Design

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the craftivist movement: gentle protest, powerful change

In a world of loud protests and fast-paced activism, the Craftivist Movement offers a quieter, more reflective approach to campaigning for change. Combining craft and activism, craftivism uses hand-making — embroidery, knitting, quilting — as a peaceful tool to challenge injustice and encourage thoughtful conversations. What is Craftivism?Coined by writer Betsy Greer in 2003, craftivism… Read More the craftivist movement: gentle protest, powerful change

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Tangerine Garland

Creating a tangerine peel garland is a delightful holiday decoration that combines natural elements and fragrance. Use fresh tangerine peels, thread, and optional embellishments like cinnamon and cranberries. String the peels together, securing them for display. Enjoy this sustainable craft that enriches your home with beauty and citrus aroma.… Read More Tangerine Garland

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