Journal

We are really excited to be included as a finalist in the Designer Maker category - competing against some very tough Northern competition. We are set to find out if we have won this prestigious accolade on Friday 24th November at the iconic Principal Hotel, Manchester when the winners are announced at a glittering gala dinner. One the judges, Linda Barker praises the awards ""It's a privilege to be part of the illustrious judging panel and to be part of the growing phenomena that is 'The Northern Design Awards' “The award ceremony is always one of the most glamorous events in my diary, a fabulous event that celebrates the power of the North'.

If you come up to visit the studio these next few weeks, you'll find it eerily quiet and cool. Our furnace is off for annual maintenance.

The beautiful book has arrived. We are vey honoured to have been included in this beautiful project 'The People Behind the Craft" You can order a copy directly from Chis & Rob here. http://www.withloveproject.co.uk/shop/with-love

We enjoyed being part of a fundraising event organised by Durham & Cleveland Members of the Art Fund. We presented a lecture, thanks go to Rosedale's 'Coach House' for hosting the lecture which was followed by opportunity to watch Stephen blow glass in the studio. The Art Fund has helped two collections purchase our unique works, the Fitzwilliam & Bolton Museum & Art Gallery.

Our back catalogue is now live and available to buy through 1stDibs https://www.1stdibs.com/dealers/gillies-jones-glass/?search=gillies+jones+glass

Last year we were visited by Chris & Rob of the With Love Project "With Love is a site dedicated to finding people who produce things with a passion and purpose. It is brought to you by Chris Roberts and Rob Evans and documents their search to find individuals who truly care about what they do and what they produce. Asking one single question along the way... "Why do you do what you do?” We are really pleased to have been included in the Film & Book. Thank you. Soon to be screened at "The Independents Club" london follow @withloveproject for details http://www.withloveproject.co.uk/

Stephen is changing the crucible. It's showing signs of wear and tear after two and a half years work holding the melted glass.

Annual maintenance in progress. Glassmaking will resume is 4-5 weeks time