The Journal
Meet the makers crafting unique original products.
Founder Stories
Dear You Paperie
From a quiet spot at home in North Yorkshire, founder of Dear You Paperie Sophie Greenwood is living the dream of being surrounded by beautiful printed products, crafting her own range of watercolour greetings.
Here’s Sophie’s founder story.
Willow & Finch
September 6, 2025
A story of turning early inspiration into a thriving, thoughtful business
Warwickshire Gin Company
August 16, 2025
Celebrating curious local stories through small-batch spirits
Twisted Eye
August 9, 2025
A story of discovering a new direction and crafting with soul.
MORE FOUNDER STORIES
Luxe Rebel Leather Co.
February 15, 2025
A story of crafting heirloom leather garments and redefining fashion as an art form.
The Dorset Ginger Company
April 19, 2025
How one couple turned a favourite local remedy into a growing ginger drinks business.
Poppy Treffry
December 4, 2024
Turning Passion for Embroidery into a Vibrant Business Rooted in Cornwall.
Great House Farm Stores
February 29, 2024
A story of creativity and connection, from the hills of South Wales.
Willow & Finch
September 6, 2025
A story of turning early inspiration into a thriving, thoughtful business
Yarmouth Oilskins
May 2, 2024
A pioneering founder story celebrating over 120 years of British craftsmanship.
Sam Andrew
June 13, 2025
A story of returning home, rediscovering a craft, and embracing the beauty of making.
Every Story
January 5, 2025
A story of transformation, determination, and a commitment to the art of slow, thoughtful making.
Lam Lighting
February 29, 2024
On finding a new way of living and keeping a craft alive.
Emma Britton
March 14, 2025
An inspiring story of crafting a uniquely recognisable artisan style.
Anna Åström
July 26, 2025
A story of capturing nature's peace, one tiny brushstroke at a time.
Norfolk Natural Living
April 22, 2024
Combining nature & craftsmanship to bring joy to our daily rituals.
MadeKind
March 20, 2024
A story of two friends with a shared vision for creating safe cleaning products.
Louise Levine
June 6, 2025
A story of healing, sea air, and following joy through paint
Sarah Breese Design
March 5, 2024
The alchemy of gathering green and turning it to gold.
Wild Sage + Co
February 29, 2024
A story of getting back to ancestral roots and the healing power of plants.
Sweet + Wild
January 25, 2025
An inspiring story of crafting the ultimate feel-good food.
Dear You Paperie
September 13, 2025
A story of capturing life’s loveliest little moments
Bare and Bloom
June 28, 2025
A story of rediscovery, quiet beginnings, and the power of following curiosity.
Lore Botanicals
May 21, 2025
A story of trusting the path and creating something that was always waiting to be made
Hibi Botanics
July 19, 2024
HOW A QUEST FOR SKIN HEALTH GREW INTO A FLOURISHING NATURAL SKINCARE BUSINESS.
Moira Patience
March 15, 2024
The art of Crafting Bespoke Heirlooms Inspired by the rugged Scottish Landscape.
Chroma Nima
December 8, 2024
How a Passion for Colour Theory and Ethical Practices Redefined Cashmere Design.
Salt + Steam
June 6, 2024
From a kitchen table to global stockists, the inspiring story of a one woman business.
Earthsong Seeds
June 13, 2024
The Herbalists Bringing Nature’s Medicine Cabinet to Your Garden.
Warwickshire Gin Company
August 16, 2025
Celebrating curious local stories through small-batch spirits
Prenoa
April 26, 2024
A story of honouring moments in history and crafting family heirlooms.
Sunnyfields Apiaries
October 18, 2024
How Embracing Rural Life Led to a Passion for Beekeeping and a Blossoming Business.
Twisted Eye
August 9, 2025
A story of discovering a new direction and crafting with soul.
Kathleen Appleyard Jewellery
May 30, 2025
A story of returning to what matters and making space to create again
Valentina Karellas
May 7, 2025
A quietly determined journey into slow fashion and zero-waste design.
Hand of Fatima
March 28, 2024
A story of triumph, transformation and a touch of Mediterranean magic.
Coast Candle Co.
August 2, 2025
A story of scent-led memory and the nostalgia of a place we can call home.
Kate Smith Prints
July 5, 2025
A story of woodland wonders and finding healing through creativity.
Only Through Shadows
February 29, 2024
An inspiring story of starting over and finding true direction.
Highland & Herringbone
February 29, 2024
The inspiring journey of a young entrepreneur and her first business.
VED COOKS
July 31, 2024
A STORY OF TURNING FOOD WASTE INTO BEAUTIFUL, SUSTAINABLE TABLE LINENS.
Rosanna Reade
June 21, 2025
A story of following curiosity, finding momentum, and storytelling through art
Wild Ona
July 9, 2024
How daydreaming of childhood Summers inspired a thriving cottage business.
Nc’nean
May 9, 2024
The quiet rebels who are tearing up the whisky rulebook and being led by nature.
Hilda Carr Pottery
February 29, 2024
On growing a therapeutic hobby into a global business.