PRESS RELEASE Handmade in Britain www.handmadeinbritain.co.uk admin@handmadeinbritain.co.uk 02072865110 jhjh Handmade in Britain announce a new event to their annual programme, Handmade in Britain 14: Spring Edition The Contemporary Crafts & Design Fair 9th-11th May | Private View: 8th May | Chelsea Old Town Hall, London This year Handmade in Britain launches the first Spring Edition of the established winter showcase, The Contemporary Crafts & Design Fair, now in its 8th year. Opening the doors to the beautiful Chelsea Old Town Hall for three days this May, the new event will showcase the best of contemporary fine crafts in all disciplines across fashion and Interiors. With innovative design alongside exceptional craftsmanship, expect a dazzling variety of form, function and style from 100 highly skilled designer-makers. A luxury shopping experience on the famous King’s Road, Spring Edition is a unique opportunity to browse, buy and commission directly from the maker, unearthing the stories, inspirations and processes behind your favourite pieces. Explore a rich variety of contemporary craft and design in fashion and interiors from disciplines including ceramics, jewellery, glass, textiles, silver and furniture from established makers and new names alike, including… FASHION Revitalise your wardrobe for spring and summer with luxury fashion and accessories, each piece handmade and unique. Using straw and sinamay, ombre-dye and metal leaf, milliner Sarah Cant creates simple and striking pieces with traditional hand techniques and presents her new collection at Spring Edition. Last year’s New Graduate Showcase exhibitor Anna Byers returns with her innovative ‘interactive’ collection, featuring movable elements in endlessly adaptable geometric pieces. We welcome back the classic yet contemporary jewellery from designer Emma Farquharson in a showcase of exquisitely manipulated gold and silver with diamonds and coloured gemstones and Elaine Cox with her highly experimental, sculptural pieces. Amongst the sumptuous textiles at Spring Edition, discover conceptual prints and intriguing fabrications in the accessories of Jo Holland, a photographic artist and Cristina Sabaiduc, a womenswear designer who present their latest collaborations. INTERIORS At Spring Edition covetable interior pieces for your home offer stunning innovation in design and radiate with freshness and colour for the new season. Offer your rooms the texture, movement and light of Cissy Cook’s stunning large scale paper artworks, and invest in the exceptional craftsmanship of master furniture maker Tim Chadsey. Explore ceramics in a breathtaking variety of function and style, including Clare McComish’s thought provoking sculptural series inspired by buoys and sea life, and the acutely still and delicate tableware of Kirsty Adams. Eileen Gatt showcases her playful and exquisite collections of functional and ornamental silver pieces inspired by the Scottish Highlands, stories and folklore, Lettie Belle brings nostalgic home textiles for discerning little ones and Aline Johnson presents contemporary colour in her energetic glass pieces and striking light installations. News from Spring Edition! This year, we showcase the work of new millinery graduates from the Kensington and Chelsea College. The graduates will present their work for purchase or commission in a dedicated gallery area for the duration of the show. We are excited to welcome ceramic artists from London Potters and four scholars from the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust. More details to be announced, stay in touch for news and updates Notes to the editors: . Spring Edition is open: 11:00 – 19:00 Fri 9th May and 11:00 – 18:00 Sat 10th - Sun 11th May Private View: Thurs 8th May 18:00 – 21:00 One day entry £5 available now at www.handmadeinbritain.co.uk/chelsea-14 One Day entry £7/£5 concessions available on the door Venue: Chelsea Old Town Hall, King's Road, London, SW3 5EE www.rbkc.gov.uk/venueschelsea For further press information and private view passes contact: Anna Martin: admin@handmadeinbritain.co.uk / 02072865110 High resolution images are available. Handmade in Britain exists to support, promote and celebrate designer-makers who create their work in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. We increase accessibility and visibility, create market opportunities and maintain high standards in the craft sector whilst providing a comprehensive support programme towards a bright future for British craft and design. Our work provides a platform for design and craft talent through both our own events and collaborations with other organisations, alongside a mentoring programme and membership scheme. Visit us: www.handmadeinbritain.co.uk Follow us: twitter.com/handmadebritain Find us: www.facebook.com/handmadeinbritain Handmade in Britain 4 Formosa Street London W9 1 EE 02072865110 Handmade in Britain 14: Spring Edition is supported by