THE ARTISAN FOUNDER
For a life well made
Discover beautifully crafted work and the people behind it.
From ceramics and textiles to food and jewellery, we share independent UK makers creating artisan products made to be treasured and gifted. Read their stories, visit their websites, and buy directly from the source.
Makers we love
From the Directory this week
When a business stands out for its craft and care, we add it to our Artisan Brand Directory, a growing A-Z of independent makers we believe are worth knowing.
Bennachie Coffee
Cedar Home Fragrance
Celia Birchall
Sugandha
Notes & News
Holding the Shape of Spring
On grey winter days, when the garden offers the first little shoots of promise, colour feels especially welcome. In a small studio just outside Manchester, founder of The Paper Flower Boutique Deborah Wall is already surrounded by it. Petals in soft blush, deep violet and fresh green gather across her worktable, each one cut, dyed and shaped by hand. While the season outside is still turning, spring is quietly taking form indoors.
This week's reading
Finding new comfort food favourites in the National Trust’s Cosy Cooking book.
In print
Our printed edition, bringing selected stories together in one place. Coming Spring 2026.
Notes from under the Walnut Tree
‘Pressing small things into the soil with a quiet wish of good luck, trusting that they will do what they are meant to do in their own time.’
Explore the Directory
Our recommendations of independent brands making thoughtful goods across food, home, wellbeing, and more.
THE ARTISAN FOUNDER 2026 Business AWARDS
Nominations Open
The Artisan Founder Creative Business Awards celebrate outstanding UK independent businesses.
Each year, we recognise founder-led artisan businesses working across craft, design, food & drink, wellbeing, and homewares, highlighting those creating work with care, consistency, and integrity.
The awards are free to enter and provide a considered space for discovery, bringing together editorial selection, expert insight, and public recognition.