The majority of the creative individuals that we find really inspiring here on the site seem to have put together their own collections of work from fellow creatives as a reference point. Nigel Cabourn for example hosts his own gathering of over 4,000 pieces of vintage mens garments, just so he’s never short of inspiration. With collections in mind, I’m excited to …
The good folks over at Made by Hand have been out creating again, bringing us their second short film tonight which involves Joel Bukiewicz a Knife Maker based in Brooklyn. Aspiring to be a writer, Joel stumbled across the art of bespoke knife making while drowning his sorrows in a sea of creative projects. Although this is something Joel fell into in some respects we hear how he realised the potential in …
Since words like craftsmanship, tradition, handmade and skill are thrown around a lot in this day and age, the Victoria and Albert Museum decided to investigate what all of this actually means. The exhibition ‘Power of Making’ is presenting a selection of more than 100 crafted objects by amateurs and leading makers alike. Ranging from a life-size crochet bear to a ceramic eye patch, a fine metal flute to dry …
Chicago-based designer/maker Jason Lewis creates these beautiful pieces of furniture in his studio, which includes seating, tables, storage units, and other customs items. From what I’ve read up Jason worked as an apprentice to Bauhaus guru Berthold Schwaiger, who’s an award-winning furniture master craftsman. Schwaiger unfortunately passed away in 2006, but he will be forever known for his complex engineering …
We love seeing objects being made, I think there’s something quite enticing about seeing block materials transformed into a new form, particularly if it’s wooden. Joe White who is based in Aldershot here in England humbly works with wood each day crafting bespoke handmade guitars, that really are a beauty to behold. It’s always inspiring to come across creative people who are in absolute love with what they do, not for …
I found this new teaser for a project starting soon titled Made by Hand, a short film series that looks to celebrate the people who make things by hand – sustainably, locally, and with a love for their craft. This trailer found below showcases Breuckelen Distilling, an artisan distillery located in Brooklyn, New York. They make gin from organic New York grains entirely from within their Brooklyn location. Even though …
