Quotations from Inspired:London
“When it comes to sourcing those extra special handmade products in London, nothing beats the city’s independent designers and makers. Not only are you going to buy something that has had a lot of love and attention poured into it, you’re going to be ethical in your buying choices by supporting local talent. At Creative Boom, we work hard to expose independents all over the UK. We wholeheartedly support this book and its ethos to champion handmade businesses across London.” Katy Cowan, Creative Boom
“London has always been a hub of creativity, inspiration and innovation, leading the way and
providing the world with a window on the UK’s exceptional and prolific talent. Integral to London’s handmade movement, We Make has created a community for the city’s many designers and makers, providing them with much needed support and an opportunity to show everyone exactly what the handmade renaissance is all about.” Bebe Bradley, Editor of UK Handmade Magazine
providing the world with a window on the UK’s exceptional and prolific talent. Integral to London’s handmade movement, We Make has created a community for the city’s many designers and makers, providing them with much needed support and an opportunity to show everyone exactly what the handmade renaissance is all about.” Bebe Bradley, Editor of UK Handmade Magazine
“London continues to be a great magnet for so many great designers & makers from the UK and overseas. As a Dutch woman who arrived 15 years ago, I am always charmed by the history, endless energy, non-conformity and inspiring mismatch of people and cultures. I love London - it is a great place both culturally and financially, that provides fantastic opportunities to run creative businesses here in the Capital and see some of the best work in the world.” Patricia van den Akker, Director of The Design Trust
“I love the design scene in London and regularly visit every couple of months for work and inspiration. London has amazing resources and is a feast for the eyes! From visiting exhibitions at the V&A to just observing what’s around me and window shopping, I’m instantly energised and inspired. One of my favourite places to go is Brick Lane and the Rob Ryan shop on Columbia Road. There are so many amazing designers in London and I am fortunate to work with some of them on my surface
pattern e-course and in my new magazine Moyo. London is a great place for any creative individual to gain ideas and inspiration.” Designer, Rachael Taylor
pattern e-course and in my new magazine Moyo. London is a great place for any creative individual to gain ideas and inspiration.” Designer, Rachael Taylor
“The Oak Studio works with lots of wonderful designer-makers in London and the array of creative talent is inspiring. London is a great place to be and we have definitely created our own creative slice of heaven here. We enjoy working with the We Make London team and wish you all the success for the book.” Kate Simpson, Oak Studio
