COPYWRITING SAMPLES

Jenny Crisp, basketmaker.

Jenny does it all, from growing willow and coppicing hazel, to soaking the wood for pliancy, and designing and weaving the final product. With 15 years' experience behind her Jenny's baskets are both beautiful and practical, using natural colour variations in the willow bark to create subtle and unique patterns. A true mistress of her craft, Jenny studied with David Drew, Master Craftsman par excellence, and her pieces are in demand all over the world - even appearing in the film 'Gladiator' alongside Russell Crowe (in a non speaking part alas). Considered by many to be Britain's premier basketmaker, Jenny sells at selected craft events, or from her workshop in rural Herefordshire.

Marcus Rumsey, potter

What could be more beautiful than a simple handmade bowl, dug from the earth, created by skilled human hands, glazed in gorgeous mineral colours, and fired in a wood kiln? All the basic elements of earth, air, fire and water go into the making of Marcus Rumsey's unique pottery, a magical combination of nature and craft resulting in pure, clean lines and subtle tones. After gaining his Masters degree in Ceramic Design at the London School of Ceramic Art, Marcus perfected his technique and style through years of making and designing ceramics. "My time teaching in Japan focused my ideas on the simplicity of Japanese pottery, the raku tea bowls in particular inspiring me to aim for a marriage of function and beauty." Marcus' work appears in selected galleries around the country, and he welcomes commissions.

Sarah Lyall, therapeutic massage

Mental, emotional and physical stress often manifest as body tension, causing stiff joints and aching muscles. A professional massage therapist can work with you, loosening those painful areas, easing stiffness and relaxing your body and mind. Wise hands that know just where the knots are, soothing fingers that chase away lower back pain, sensitive human touch that brings release and comfort to sore muscles. Doesn't that sound good? Treat yourself to a therapeutic lie-down that will leave you feeling relaxed, renewed and ready for anything.