Handmade in Britain
Handmade in Britain is back this weekend with its annual pre-Christmas showcase, featuring work by around 70 designers.
![Carol Farrow](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/standfirst-designweek-production/uploads/2011/10/Carol-Farrow.jpg)
Expect upcycled knitted pieces by Deryn Relph, digital images trapped inside bowls and panels by Naomi Singer and jewellery by Louise O’Neill, who designs rings in high-carat matte gold with uncut gemstones.
![Chris Edwards](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/standfirst-designweek-production/uploads/2011/10/Chris-Edwards-Montage-Square.jpg)
This year Handmade will be launching an eponymous book, the first in a planned series of books shining a light on the design philosophy and inspirations of British designer-makers.
![Deryn Relph](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/standfirst-designweek-production/uploads/2011/10/Deryn-Relph.jpg)
The show and the book have been conceived by Piyush Suri, a textile designer by background.
![Ferri](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/standfirst-designweek-production/uploads/2011/10/Ferri-low-res.jpg)
Selected exhibitors in their first year of business are offered part sponsorship to be at the show and a two-day intensive workshop with charity Crafts Central to help them prepare.
![Louise O'Neill](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/standfirst-designweek-production/uploads/2011/10/LouiseONeill.jpg)
Handmade in Britain 2011 runs from 28-30 October at The Chelsea Old Town Hall, Kings Road London SW3
![Nick Page](https://s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/standfirst-designweek-production/uploads/2011/10/Nick-Page.jpg)
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