🎄26 letters. 🎄26 brilliant gifts. One big celebration of independent Yorkshire businesses. A — Art for your walls A little piece of original art makes a thoughtful gift. Discover the work of Adrienne French. Instagram: @adrienne_french B — Bee-autiful local honey A delicious jar of Yorkshire honey makes a sweet Christmas gift and supports local beekeepers. East Yorkshire Honey Bees C — Christmas cards Bright, joyous cards to bring some cheer this festive season. A handwritt

Beautiful leather deserves to be used. All of it. When you make leather goods by hand, there will always be pieces left over. A wallet might leave behind an awkward little corner. A bag might produce a strip that's too narrow for another project. A belt might leave a shaped piece that simply isn't large enough to become something else. But these aren't scraps in the traditional sense. They are still beautiful, high-quality leather. And at Morgan + Wells, we don't like throwi

This weekend, I had the honour of being formally sworn into the Company of Cordwainers in York. This guild is one of the seven ancient guilds still thriving today. A Rich History of Craftsmanship The Company has roots that stretch back to the medieval period. It forms a vital part of York’s long-standing tradition of skilled trades and craftsmanship. The earliest recorded mention of the cordwainer trade in York can be found in the Freemen’s Rolls of 1272–1273. Here, “Thomas d

A quick invitation to York Open Studios 2026

We are super excited for Small Business Saturday UK on 5th December 2026, and we hope you are too! This nationwide celebration is all about shining a spotlight on the incredible independent shops, makers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who bring creativity, character, and community spirit to our high streets and online spaces. Whether it’s your favourite family-run café, the artisan who handcrafts beautiful gifts, or the local service provider who always goes above and beyond

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