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Although lockdown restrictions are slowly being lifted, we are aware that there will be an element of social distancing required for some time, particularly at large-scale events. Therefore, after very careful consideration and discussion with the venue, we have come to a decision to postpone this year's edition of Handmade Oxford until Thursday 24 - Sunday 27 June 2021. Postponing until next year means that we can secure the future of Handmade Oxford, giving us time, as an industry and as a community, to come together and deliver an even better Festival in 2021.
Ticket holders have been contacted by See Tickets and will receive new e-tickets in due course. For any further questions, feel free to get in touch.
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We are excited to announce Handmade Interact; a series of live demonstrations and talks featuring selected craftspeople. The online events are FREE to attend - but places are limited, so register now.
The pandemic we are facing has created multi-dimensional challenges and risks for many people. Amongst the many who are impacted are small creative businesses in the craf...
Ahead of Handmade Oxford (17 - 20 September) we caught up with Lara at Studio Wolle, to find out how she has adapted to the new everyday.
How have you been adapting to the new everyday?
It’s been a bit of a stressful time if I’m honest, as I can imagine it has been for everyone in this situation we find ourselves in. As I damaged a tendon in my elbow at the start of lockdown I have had to find different things to do while I rest and heal. I honestly miss weaving, it’s a massive stress reliever for me so it’s been challenging to be without that for a while. Not being able to weave has started to affect my own mental health and it made me think about how the loss of our normal daily lives may be affecting other’s mental well-being.
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It’s important throughout these uncertain times, to keep communicating, continue making and sharing stories. We caught up with Handmade Oxford exhibitor, Jo Mullins of A Heart of Glass to find out how she has adapted to the new everyday.
As a team, how have you been adapting to the new everyday?
I'm not going to lie...it's been a challenge! As Nick and I run a mobile gallery, we are used to being on the go all the time and love travelling round the country with our glass. So the cancellation and postponement of our shows has certainly meant being more 'creative' with how we show the work to a wider audience.
What does your working day look like at the moment?
After a sneaky lay-in, I spen...
Have you been tuning in to Edinburgh Zoo's live webcams or Chester Zoo's virtual day out? It's a great way to take a visit to the zoo and entertain the kids for a few minutes, from the safety of your own home. Inspired by watching the pandas, penguins, tigers and all of the other animals, we've done a roundup of some of the wildlife-inspired interior accessories available on our website.
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From left to right:
1) Papillion checkerspot lampshade by Katie Wallis Print
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