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Calls for more collaboration to aid struggling craft industry
- London Craft Week (LCW) is set to take place in the capital, providing an opportunity for the craft industry to address its challenges.
- A showcase by Future Icons will feature over 50 craft makers from various disciplines, serving as a platform to display contemporary collections.
- Recent closures of craft firms like Royal Stafford in Stoke-on-Trent highlight the industry's struggles, impacting artisans' ability to create unique designs.
- Rising costs of materials, fluctuating market prices, and closures of traditional factories pose threats to craft makers' sustainability.
- Efforts are underway to support artisans through affordable showcases and collaborations within the industry.
- Louisa Pacifico of Future Icons emphasizes the importance of mutual support and collaboration among craft communities to enhance financial sustainability.
- Pacifico advocates for grassroots initiatives and community collaboration as solutions to uplift the craft industry.
- Participation in events like Future Icons Selects can lead to private commissions and brand collaborations, providing opportunities for both emerging and established artisans.
- The focus is on creating a supportive and accessible environment for craft makers, encouraging a community-driven approach to ensure sustainability.
- Pacifico suggests working closely together, understanding artisans' needs, and prioritizing artists to navigate the challenges faced by the craft industry.
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