‘i was working in the police when i began making pots’

In the past 40 years, ceramics has moved firmly into fine-art territory, opening the door for huge, flamboyant vessels and installations rich in personal expression and experimentation, as Corinne Julius discovers

Provenance is everything for potter Matthew Blakely. He sources his clay and rock from all over Britain and each of his unique stoneware pieces reflects where his materials come from

From furniture and textiles to silverware and glass, these up-and-coming designers and makers are creating the most delightful designs

MEET the CRAFTER

On the fringes of Ilkley Moor, Joanna Thompson has furnished her Georgian farmhouse in a rich patchwork of textures and patterns to offset the wildness of the surrounding landscape

Handcrafted gifts and seasonal buys from our favourite artisans, small businesses and high-street brands