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Hi! I’m Iain Russell, toy maker and animal lover!
Iain Russel in His Workshop I’ve always been fascinated by toys, and as the years have drifted by, my enthusiasm for them has grown. I...
Jan 291 min read
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Why Handmade Toys Matter in a Digital Age
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, toys are often dominated by screens, apps, and automated sounds. These digital toys are...
Oct 30, 20244 min read
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The Power of Imagination: How Handmade Toys Inspire Creative Play
In a world increasingly dominated by screens and mass-produced plastic toys, the value of imaginative play can sometimes be overlooked....
Aug 29, 20244 min read
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British Toymakers Guild Gift Guide for All Ages
Welcome to the enchanting world of the British Toymakers Guild, where craftsmanship meets imagination. We've curated a magical gift guide...
Dec 15, 20236 min read
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Meet Liz Pearson from Love Heartwood
The Berkshire business 'Love Heartwood' is run by Liz Pearson, a passionate woodturner dedicated to providing eco-conscious families with...
Nov 14, 20232 min read
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Meet Bob Duggan: Owner and Toymaker from Wendover Wood
My name is Bob Duggan and I’m a Director of my own toymaking company called Wendover Wood; we sell to whoever will buy whether they live...
Aug 23, 20233 min read
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Members Attend and Collaborate at the South East Open Studios Annual Arts Event in Kent.
South East Open Studios is one of the most established annual arts events in the UK, each year almost 300 artists and makers open their...
Aug 9, 20232 min read
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Meet Rachel Murrell: Designer and maker behind Ophelia Dolls
My name is Rachel and I'm the designer/maker behind Ophelia Dolls. I create unique heirloom dolls using natural materials including local...
Jul 29, 20232 min read
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All aboard the clubfoot train! Keeping children’s progress on the right track with Wendover Wood
Wendover Wood's new clubfoot train has pulled in at RHCYP Station to help mark milestones during children’s hospital journeys. The...
Feb 25, 20232 min read
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Polly had a Dolly | Lydia Stonely - doll designer and maker
Polly had a Dolly seeks to spark children’s imaginations and encourage creative play. Through her dolls, Lydia encourages families to...
Jan 25, 20233 min read
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