In this episode I meet renowned Glass Designer Emma Britton.
From her studio in Derbyshire, Emma crafts bespoke floral splashbacks for the home, alongside a growing collection of complementary etched glassware - both of which capture her love of nature in her beautiful botanical inspired designs.
Discover Emma Britton's designs at emmabritton.net and discover in person events and pop ups on the Emma Britton events page.
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In this episode I meet Sebastian Aronowitz, cabinet maker and founder of The London Kitchen Company. Designing bespoke kitchens for his clients that become the heart and soul of their homes, Sebastian has built a business where craftsmanship and functionality blend seamlessly. Here’s Sebastian's story.
Discover Sebastian's beautiful kitchens at https://www.thelondonkitchencompany.co.uk/
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In this episode I meet Harry, the latest generation of the Jackson family, founders of The Winter Tarn Dairy in Cumbria.
Following in the footsteps of his parents Jeremy and Tricia, Harry looks set to be just as innovative and pioneering as he explores exciting new possibilities for the business he grew up in.
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In this episode, I learn about B Corp certification and how to build an ethical business, with Textile Designer and co founder of Secret Linen Store, Molly Freshwater.
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In this episode, I meet Catherine Connor, co-founder of The Lovingly Artisan bakery, in Cumbria.
Together with her husband Aidan Monks, they have built a business rooted in care — for their craft, for their customers, and for the ingredients they use.
We talk about the guiding values that Catherine believes have shaped their success, and how their focus has evolved to include sharing essential knowledge on how to eat well.
If you’d like to join Catherine & Aiden’s tribe of customers, do take a look at lovinglyartisan.com where you can shop online or visit one of their stores.
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In the last episode of season one, I meet Kate Cotterill co-founder with Lucy Hutchings of She Grows Veg - an heirloom seed company who grow and harvest colourful easy-to-grow vegetable seeds.
Shop for seeds and grow your own rainbow, at shegrowsveg.com
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In this episode, I meet Alison Wright, the owner of iconic Cambridge based bakery – Fitzbillies. Alison shares how sentimental childhood memories of the bakery led to the purchase and successful re-launch many years later, and the legacy of wonder that she hopes to leave for future generations.
Also featured:
Lore Botanicals, Dorset
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In this inspiring episode, I meet author of Material and renowned Woodworker Nick Kary. We discuss some of the wonderful artisans he met while writing his book, the joy of natural materials, and ponder what it means to be an artisan and to work with your hands.
You can learn more about Nick’s woodworking courses and The Brake holiday cabins at https://www.thebrake.net/
Material is available from Chelsea Green Publishing.
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In this episode, I meet Martin Murray, co-founder of Dunnet Bay Distillery. We dive into the world of gin, share a virtual tasting, and explore how he and his wife Claire turned their dream of self-employment into a thriving business, now exporting their Rock Rose gin around the globe.
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In this episode I meet the founders of Funki Coffee, sisters Sharon & Lauretta Gavin - aka the comedy double act Gavin & Gavin who have created their own wellness brand.
We talk about overcoming illness, their life-changing detox retreats and the inspiration behind their powerful mushroom coffee product.
Purchase Funki Coffee and book retreats at gavinsisters.co.uk
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In this episode, I chat with David and Stephen Flynn, The Happy Pear, about their 20-year journey promoting healthy eating.
We discuss their beginnings in a small vegetable shop and how their mission has expanded into cafes, a bakery, and a regenerative farm.
They share insights from their new book, “20: Recipes and Learnings from the First 20 Years,” and emphasise the importance of community connection and adaptability, especially during challenges like the COVID pandemic.
This conversation celebrates their enduring impact on healthy eating and their vision for future growth into the UK and US.
Join their adventures at https://thehappypear.ie/
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Missy's House
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In this episode I meet Rose, the Founder of Hibi Botanics natural skincare collection.
Rose shares her start up story, the inspiration behind the Hibi Botanics collection, the beauty industry obsession around anti-ageing and why we should be thinking about what’s in the shower gel aisle of the supermarket.
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I meet Kristina Motiejunaite, the founder of Wild Ona. From her workshop in Scotland, Kristina crafts heavenly solid shampoo bars from natural ingredients.
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The Coastal Exploration Company
I meet David & Hannah, two of the three founders of Lam Lighting. Together with David's wife Julie and their creative team in Essex, they create the most beautiful porcelain lighting.
Shop at lam-lighting.co.uk
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I meet Artemis, the creator of Jewellery brand Only Through Shadows.
Discover how Artemis survived a major life change, started over, found her own style and how she captures those beautiful product photos.
I meet Abbie & Roanna, Co-Founders of home fragrance brand Great House Farm Stores.
Learn the inspiration behind their business and their fascinating story of scent, in the very first Artisan Founder podcast episode!
We celebrate the beauty of handmade, the joy of unique experiences, and meet the Artisan Founders who pour their soul into their creations.
Whether you’re seeking a unique handcrafted gift, a transformative experience, or simply a moment of inspiration, The Artisan Founder is your go-to destination for embracing a slower, more intentional way of life.
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