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Mar 2
5 min

Meet the maker - Kettle of Fish Designs

Combining her childhood passion for collecting, her eye for fine art and her talent for creating beautifully made objects, we are...

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Feb 8
2 min

Share the Love - Celebrating our independent Lampshade Makers

February is the month of love and we thought we’d "Share the love" by celebrating our incredible independent lampshade makers and small...

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Jan 4
4 min

5 resolutions to kickstart your lampshade making year

Happy New Year! We’re finally in 2021 and we’re hoping it’s a better and brighter year for everyone. To celebrate our craft and your...

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Dec 9, 2020
5 min

Meet the Maker - Alison Bick

Channelling the beauty of her home surroundings in Cornwall, Alison Bick's bold and beautiful lampshades certainly pack a punch. Using...

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Oct 30, 2020
4 min

Lampshade Hack #5 – 4 ways to add lampshade trims

Check out our tips on four different ways to apply a professional trim to a Dannells Lampshade Making Kit!

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Oct 27, 2020
4 min

A Guide to Virtual Craft Fairs

Welcome to the world of Virtual Craft Fairs, which have fast become the way to buy and sell crafts. Read our guide over on the blog!

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Oct 21, 2020
3 min

Meet the Maker - Jane Ellison Textiles

Meet Jane Ellison, a talented printer who's 'modern retro' screenprinted lampshades are influenced by mid-century design and modern shapes.

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