Asante & ewe kente

Corn-dolly crafter Colette Hughes describes the bleak situations our ancestors faced. “Imagine,” she says. “It’s winter and your family is hungry and cold. It gets dark early, fresh food is in short s

A new exhibition explores the enduring artistry of ancient Egypt

For half a century, Beckford Silk has supplied remarkable textiles to customers ranging from Westminster Abbey to Strictly Come Dancing . Ben Lerwill discovers what makes its wares materially different

Help the planet and give yourself a unique outfit to boot

PYRAMIDS, obelisks, coffins and sphinxes are embedded in ...

Constantinople 6th century