In The Studio

A look inside the workshops, studios, and sheds where craftsmanship begins. Meet the founders behind your favourite artisan brands.

Founder Stories

Mackenzie Leather

In the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, there’s a small team busy crafting the most beautiful leather bags by hand. Mackenzie Leather Edinburgh continues a long-held tradition of leatherworking. Led by Simon Harvey Potts and Elena Álvarez, the workshop brings together a small team of makers who approach their craft with care and intention. Here’s their story.

Read Article

Founder Stories

Heulwen Lewis Bespoke Jewellery

Creating future heirlooms through precision, patience, and personal storytelling

Read Article

Founder Stories

Meadow and Thyme

Reconnecting with Nature Through the Art of Flower Pressing

Read Article

Founder Stories

Joanna Natalija Studio

Creating hand-printed wallpapers and fabrics inspired by the wild Cornish landscape.

Read Article

Founder Stories

Dear You Paperie

A story of capturing life’s loveliest little moments.

Founder Stories

Willow & Finch

A story of turning early inspiration into a thriving, thoughtful business.

Founder Stories

Kate Smith Prints

A story of woodland wonders and finding healing through creativity.

Founder Stories

Joanna Natalija Studio

Creating hand-printed wallpapers and fabrics inspired by the wild Cornish landscape.

Founder Stories

Mackenzie Leather

A leather workshop in Edinburgh carrying forward generations of skill

Founder Stories

Valentina Karellas

A quietly determined journey into slow fashion and zero-waste design.

Founder Stories

Storms & Saint

A story of jewellery inspired by contrasts.

Founder Stories

Lore Botanicals

A story of trusting the path and creating something that was always waiting to be made.

Founder Stories

Sam Andrew

A story of returning home, rediscovering a craft, and embracing the beauty of making.

Founder Stories

Nc’nean

The quiet rebels who are tearing up the whisky rulebook and being led by nature.

Founder Stories

Rosanna Reade

A story of following curiosity, finding momentum, and storytelling through art.

Founder Stories

Clay & Burn

Launching a fragrance brand with values rooted in home and family.

Founder Stories

Kathleen Appleyard Jewellery

A story of returning to what matters and making space to create again.

Founder Stories

Norfolk Natural Living

Combining nature & craftsmanship to bring joy to our daily rituals.

Founder Stories

Heulwen Lewis Bespoke Jewellery

Creating future heirlooms through precision, patience, and personal storytelling

Founder Stories

Sweet + Wild

An inspiring story of crafting the ultimate feel-good food.

Founder Stories

The Dorset Ginger Company

How one couple turned a favourite local remedy into a growing ginger drinks business.

Founder Stories

Meadow and Thyme

Reconnecting with Nature Through the Art of Flower Pressing

Founder Stories

Every Story

A story of transformation, determination, and a commitment to the art of slow, thoughtful making.

Founder Stories

Warwickshire Gin Company

Celebrating curious local stories through small-batch spirits.

Founder Stories

Twisted Eye

A story of discovering a new direction and crafting with soul.

Founder Stories

Poppy Treffry

Turning Passion for Embroidery into a Vibrant Business Rooted in Cornwall.

Founder Stories

Yarmouth Oilskins

A pioneering founder story celebrating over 120 years of British craftsmanship.

Founder Stories

Down by the river

From fresh blooms to everlasting flowers, a story of resilience and joy.

Founder Stories

Coast Candle Co.

A story of scent-led memory and the nostalgia of a place we can call home.