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Sustainable Blooms at Toolerstone
The UK still imports around 80% of the cut flowers bought at our supermarkets and florists but the value of British grown flowers cannot be overstated. As well as supporting British farms and growers, their growth also supports our decreasing local wildlife and declining biodiversity supplying bees, insects and birds...
All You Need To Know About Willow Weaving
Willow weaving has been part of British heritage for centuries. This ancient craft still generates a lot of interest among handicraft lovers of all ages. In this article, we explore the history of willow weaving, as well as its common uses and basic preparation techniques. Brief history of willow weaving...
Watercolour Painting 101: A Beginner’s Guide
From adorning prehistoric cave walls to being displayed on refrigerator doors, watercolour painting has endured to become one of the most recognizable yet accessible art forms today, proof of its timelessness and significance. One of the earliest wet-on-wet painting methods developed, Italian frescoes epitomised the Renaissance period, notably in the...
Does art help with teamwork?
Does art help with teamwork? The modern expert approach to teamwork confirms that art and creativity can not only have a positive impact on the efficiency of employees, but also on the relationships between them. Arts and crafts very often go underappreciated. Though we live in a fast-paced world, where...
The wellbeing benefits of arts and crafts for adults
It's no secret that everyone can feel a little overwhelmed at times, especially with the trying times that envelope everyone these days. People need to balance the stresses and strains of life with things that make them feel happy and content, and one way to achieve that objective is by...