Entries by Joan Johnston

Transparency In The Supply Chain

Pouring a glass of clean drinkable water from our taps is something many of us take for granted, yet few contemplate that this simple commodity is not readily available to all. In many countries there is little control on effluent material entering water courses, rivers and the water table all of which directly supply communities […]

Buy Better Buy Local

Passionate about making product in the UK, I have become more aware of the range of talented makers who manufacture in the British Isles and Ireland. Many sell directly to the public, but would benefit from more exposure in bringing their product to market through wider distribution. What disappoints me as I travel around the […]

London Craft Week May 2017

London Craft Week continues to celebrate the best of British craftsmanship and with open access to all, it is an opportunity for brands to engage with consumers in an open dialogue around the making of their products. I only had a few hours on Wednesday 3rd May, but managed to get around a couple of […]