Dear Buyer

Welcome to our Christmas Newsletter. Let me take this opportunity to wish you all a very merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

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BCTF

If you have not visited our website recently, we have updated it to offer more information on both BCTF and Design Edge. Be sure to take a look at our gallery pages and extensive exhibitor listing.

See below this month's five featured makers.

Kind regards,

Margeret

Jade Devall Designs

Jade has a huge passion for pattern and uses this in a very commercial way which inspired her to set up her own business specialising in stylized pattern decoration onto China and printed Textiles.

She works from her studio in Staffordshire to create designs that are innovative and beautiful. All of her items are Fine Bone China; decorated by hand and fired at her studio so all items are completely dishwasher proof.

"I like to gaze out of my studio window and draw objects which then become narratives. My unique collections include all tea ware items including Teacups, Milk Jugs, Cake Stands, Tea towels and much more.

I plan to launch a new collection for spring 2012 that will be sure to capture your imagination and make you smile." She supplies shops and galleries throughout the U.K as well as attending shows and fairs.

To see more of Jade's work, visit the Design Edge Online Catalogue or see her on stand 129 at BCTF 2012.

Matthew Sorrel

Matthew looks at the interplay of bold colour and shape with kiln-fused glass. His unique eye for colour is evident in a selection of sculptures and pictures which evoke memories of the beach, through beach-huts and light-houses, in a range of colours.

Abstract works play with colour and light creating a dramatic impression for any wall or window-sill. The bright vivacious pieces are easy to maintain and long-lasting. Each kiln-fused glass piece is bespoke; colours can be replicated but the small natural bubbles that occur in firing make each piece totally unique.

To see more of Matthew's work, visit the Design Edge Online Catalogue or see him on stand N28 at BCTF 2012

Suzie Horan

Winner of the Gold Medal for Craft and Design at the National Eisteddfod of Wales 2008, British Silver Week Young Designer of the Year 2008 and winner of awards at Goldsmiths Craft and Design Council, London three years running, Suzie's exquisite and contemporary designs in precious metals are inspired by life on the coast.

She also makes wedding rings and special items to commission.

To see more of Suzie's work, visit her on stand 417 at BCTF 2012

Armitage

Armitage Design creates exquisite silk clothing and accessories to cherish.

Each piece is handmade in Cornwal and adorned with beautiful textile prints designed by Claire Armitage.

The illustrative prints are rich in narrative, blending floral and nautical imagery with literary references to poetry and fairytales. The collections comprise a range of silk scarves and bespoke dresses titled 'Salt', 'History Dress', 'Snow Queen', 'Iris' and 'Sea Garden'.

Each design is finished with delicately layered edgings, French seams, antique button fastenings and hand-embroidered details..

To see more of Claire's work, visit the Design Edge Online Catalogue or see her on stand N3 at BCTF 2012

CJW fine Art Images

Using his natural gift for composition, Chris Webb produces stunning contemporary images captured in his own unique style.

Utilizing the natural light of dawn and dusk, he uses the colours of the different seasons to show his love for the places he frequents. This love drives him on to capture nature's beauty.

His ever-growing collection of open and limited edition prints not only suits his customers' tastes but their pockets as well. Over the years his images have been collected by many faithful customers and institutions; finding their way onto walls from Texas to Spain. He also takes on commissions.

To see more of Chris's work, visit the Design Edge Online Catalogue or see him on stand N15 at BCTF 2012