‘nothing beats what nature makes. it really speaks to me’

Turn this fallen asset into a powerhouse garden resource

Peter Marriott discusses simple ways of capturing the look of the most romantic of seasons.

You Will Need • Carded wool (rovings) in Cranberry, Orange, Sunflower, Emerald, Spring Green and Light Khaki • Green embroidery thread • Length of jute twine Tools • Felting foam block or thick uphols

What began with a spoon whittled in a Sussex forest carved out a new career for Sophie Sellu. Now, she transforms storm-fallen timber into exquisite homeware for super-stylish customers

Inspired by the tones and textures of the Brecon Beacons, designer Dee Hardwicke shares her philosophical approach to knitting with a global community of crafters and blue-chip clients

I knew at a very young age I was an artist. It was a calling for me. I was also fortunate to have a mentor in my teenage years; he was an accomplished artist and professor of art at a local college. H