http://worldcat.org/entity/work/id/489931465

Batch craft, design and product

This is a glamorous book covering the new trend of international<br/><br/>designer-makers, showing the cream of the contemporary craft world, and<br/><br/>crossing most disciplines (incl. ceramics, textiles, wood, glass, <br/><br/>precious materials & metals). Designers and makers are pushing the<br/><br/>boundaries and concept of craft, taking it to a new level and making<br/><br/>small batches of work for large retail outlets which are finished to a<br/><br/>high standard. The book shows a glorious array of handcrafted objects, <br/><br/>with information gathered from each maker, explaining the ideas and<br/><br/>concept behind their products, and how they got started and developed<br/><br/>their work. The book also includes<br/><br/>lots of practical information on running a small craft business<br/><br/>effectively, such as liasing with manufacturers, dealing with press, <br/><br/>sourcing commissions, packaging and marketing. It contains a<br/><br/>gallery and design shop guide and will appeal to makers for both<br/><br/>visual interest and practical information, but also to buyers as a<br/><br/>directory<br/><br/>of contemporary craft makers at the top of their field.

Open All Close All