A survey of over 45,000 people shows that London is the UK's Craft Capital. The study was conducted by the expert team at Liberty London, investigating 76 different data points, including Google search data, local craft resources, and social media interests. London has 189 different fabric shops alone, more than four times the second-largest stockist, Birmingham. The city's Craft Council is also highly representative with 227 members, more than 11 times that of Birmingham. Finally, London benefits from top universities such as Central Saint Martins and a thriving artistic atmosphere, making its position well-deserved.
I'MMANY is a London-based jewellery brand with a core focus on feminine and playful styles. The brand makes unique jewellery using various natural and organic materials, such as real flowers, gemstones, eco-resin, and recycled silver. Colorful, fresh and trendsetting, brand's philosophy is that jewellery is not designed to "blend in," but rather to stand out. The brand takes inspiration from nature - from spring flowers, summer fruits, autumn leaves to winter branches, from beach umbrellas, garden products, sweets to anime series - using craft, materials, and color to express itself. In addition, gender equality, mental health and education are I'MMANY's social responsibilities. Since its establishment, the brand has been donating to charitable organisations in these fields.
HACKNEY NINE is a UK-based eco-friendly jewellery brand that advocates "affordable prices”, “luxurious quality" and "support for gender equality." HN's jewellery combines traditional craftsmanship and modern manufacturing techniques to create high-value-for-money jewellery. They are made from high-quality environmentally-friendly and recyclable metals, and after a series of hand-forging processes, is finally coated with expensive 18K gold or silver-colored eco-friendly materials. All production and inspection of the jewellery are carried out according to European and American standards, without any other harmful metals such as lead and nickel that may cause skin allergies. It is hypoallergenic, and the ear holes will not turn black or green, making it friendly to sensitive skin.
Lola Rose is a UK-based jewellery brand founded by British jewelry designer Nikki Gewirtz in London in 2000. In terms of product design, Nikki breaks through traditional design concepts and incorporates natural colorful gemstone elements into watch design. Under the brand's philosophy of "Colorful your life every day," Lola Rose achieves the goal of "allowing every girl to have her own gemstone.