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Functional Fantasy: How glassblower Laura Smith creates her mystical pieces

Elizabeth Finney meets with glassblower Laura Smith to find out more about her personal blend of glass sculpture and functional products

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The Art of Preservation: From the Victorian Terrarium to today’s Leafage

Elizabeth Finney meets Kay Suppamas, founder of Leafage, to unearth the history and potential of terrariums

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Pure Brilliance: The History and Future of British Silversmithing

As the annual Goldsmiths’ Fair approaches, Marianne Dick casts an eye over the history and the future of British silversmithing

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Gardening in Clay: How Vanessa Hogge creates flowers that last forever

Elizabeth Finney meets ceramicist Vanessa Hogge, who handcrafts intricate vessels and wallflowers from memory

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CREATIVE CRAFT

The LOEWE Foundation celebrates the importance of modern craft at The Design Museum, writes Arielle Witter

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A ROOM OF ONE'S OWN

Interior designer Beata Heuman produces eclectic environments that celebrate the unique personalities of her clients. Lois B-E discovers her creative process

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THE ART OF GLASS

Kathryn Conway takes part in a fascinating experience day at London Glassblowing

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With information gathering becoming more and more transient, there is something reassuring about the thud of a weighty tome. And, as Jo Caird reveals, there are few people more dedicated to preserving the written word than the team at one of London’s best independent binderies

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IT'S ALL IN THE DETAIL

During its 248 years in business, embroiderer Hand & Lock has embellished everything from royal gowns to couture fashion. Lois B-E explores the British institution with an obsession for detail