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Lost and bound: Paper company creates bespoke books

Hull – If you know the difference between paperweights and love foil blocking, then prepare to be excited. Paper company GF Smith has launched a new service Make Book, creating books by hand at a reasonable price.

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Design

Working class: Artisans reveal creative process in Milan

Milan – While beautiful design is guaranteed at Milan Design Week, few visitors see the work that goes into the final products. Workmates Depicted was an exhibition that focused not only on the final results, but also on the processes of creation and experimentation that are vital to an artist’s work.

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Beauty

Flower power: Dior opens up botanical gardens to consumers

Paris – Fashion label Dior is inviting consumers on a round-the-world trip, via France and Madagascar, to experience the care and craftsmanship that goes into creating its beauty and fragrance lines.

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Fashion

Retail craft: Maiyet fetes New York flagship store

New York – Ethical luxury label Maiyet officially opened its new flagship retail space in Manhattan’s Soho district this week at a party coinciding with New York Fashion Week.