World crafts – back to basics, Nepal

by Sophie // 1 Feb ’16

I really hope you have enjoyed our series of blog posts on world crafts. For me, the journey was enlightening, educational and inspirational. They say that travel broadens the mind, and my world tour certainly did that. I came back... Continue reading →

World crafts – pottery village, Vietnam

by Sophie // 1 Jun ’15

Pottery is another craft which has been around for thousands of years. It is used for practical items, but is also an art, where the potter can put his or her personality into every item they make. There is something... Continue reading →

World crafting – Pottery, Peru

by Sophie // 1 Jun ’14

Peru was a treasure chest full of skilled arts and crafts people. My first stop was to watch a demonstration by a potter, to see some time-honoured techniques in action. The traditional Nazca pottery styles date back centuries. In a... Continue reading →

Crafting all over the world!

by Sophie // 1 May ’14

After a lengthy stint travelling round the world, I’m back in Blighty and very excited to share with you all my discoveries! They say that travel broadens the mind, and that time away from reality teaches you what you really... Continue reading →