In Transit Blog: British Souvenirs Made (One at a Time) in Britain

Written By Unknown on Kamis, 24 Juli 2014 | 17.35

Photo Interior of the New Craftsman, a recently opened fine craft shop in the Mayfair section of London.Credit The New Craftsman

If a double-decker bus paperweight or a William and Kate mug aren't your kind of mementos, consider the "the Real British Souvenir Shop" show through August at the New Craftsmen, a recently opened fine craft shop in the Mayfair section of London.

The smartly designed store, housed in a 19th-century leather breeches workshop, showcases work by some of the top makers, pieces rooted to the regions, traditions and craftsmanship of the British Isles. Shop curators work with a network of more than 75 British artisans across the country, some established and others emerging, from furniture makers and silversmiths to potters and glassblowers, all making contemporary craft using traditional techniques.

Items include Britannia Tableware, a limited edition of porcelain tableware produced in Wiltshire by John Julian Design that features a Britannia-themed images by the illustrator Laura Carlin; and Azook! a hand-block-printed cushion depicting an Isles of Scilly map by Cameron Short. "Azook" is Cornish for "all together," an expression used in the past by pilots of Cornish pilot gigs — traditional elm clinker boats found on the Isles of Scilly and in Cornwall — when they wanted their crew to pull hard on their oars together.

From Devon, you'll find commemorative jugs and mugs in the tradition of the Devonshire & Staffordshire slipware; and from Sussex, Thomas Smith's Trugs – the original English gardening trug (basket) now replicated worldwide. Vacationers will also be able to pick up iconic British whiskey tumblers hand-blown in London and silk scarves illustrating the Scottish craft, culture, fauna and flora.

Thirsty travelers should note that in August, the shop will hold a series of sit-down English afternoon teas around their Sussex table, as well as provide "takeaway tea bundles" to enjoy in nearby Hyde Park. If you'd prefer to shop from home, the New Craftsmen sells items online and ships worldwide.


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