The artisan movement is great in so many ways. It’s driven by real people and small businesses, and it’s the reason for so many wonderful products across a range of different areas like food, fashion and craft. Artisanal products have also become hugely popular for interior design. Incorporating a few handcrafted items into your design scheme adds a unique, authentic feel. Read on to see why we’re so proud to be a part of this important movement…

 

A human-oriented movement

Artisan is anything handcrafted. In food, it’s bread, cheese and ice cream produced by real people. In fashion, it’s handmade garments and accessories. It’s about moving away from the bland mass produced and towards the beautiful independently crafted.

Authenticity is key. With artisan products you’re getting something that’s made with love. It carries so much more than a brand. Artisans embrace raw materials and craft them into something special, without interfering with their natural qualities.

Personalisation is important too. Artisanal products aren’t anonymous. The producers put their personality and their heart into their trade in a way that a mass producing brand simply can’t. Think of the level of personality you get with a farmers’ market versus the bland environment of the supermarket. It’s the same when it comes to handcrafted products. An independent tradesperson can give you something that has character, and something that’s timeless rather than simply a trend.

 

Why it’s important

The movement is important because it’s beneficial to everyone. For the consumer, it’s about quality not quantity. You get something that’s personal, unique and that’s been made to a high standard. At the same time, it’s helping small businesses and the community around them. Independent craftspeople and businesses give local areas a real identity.

In interior design, artisanal objects are important because they stop your home feeling generic. They continue to go from strength to strength as more and more people are adding handcrafted features to their homes. It brings a cultural authenticity that so many homes are lacking. Handcrafted coffee tables, handwoven throws, and handmade ornamental features are all the kinds of things that can give your home that touch of sophistication. Mix them in with the mass produced items and a few vintage finds and suddenly you have a design that’s interesting, beautiful and well balanced.

 

A little about us…

At Premier Lampshades, we’re proud to be part of the artisan movement. We’ve been lovingly crafting handmade lampshades for over three decades. It’s so important that we keep British craftsmanship alive, which is why it’s so great that people are embracing the authenticity and high quality you get with artisanal products.

If you’re looking for an authentic, bespoke lampshade, Premier Lampshades offer the finest British craftsmanship. We know how important your home is to you. We offer a range of shapes, sizes and fabrics, with optional extras like braids, fringes, tassels and lining. It’s the small touches that make a room feel special, and our lampshades can do just that.

 

 

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