craftsmanship
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Sole traders
Perhaps your ski or hiking shoes were born in a small town north of Venice. We head to Montebelluna to meet the designers and producers who always put their best foot forward.
Inventory No 100
We present a premier selection of porcelain, ceramics, fine brews and eco-friendly footwear.
Bean around the world
When French native Samuel Maruta relocated to Vietnam, he unexpectedly left a finance career to go in search of the finest highland cocoa beans, proving that life is indeed like a box of chocolates.
Smooth selling
Boasting doesn’t come easy to the Basque but we meet the furniture-makers going against the grain, selling themselves and redefining their industrial heritage in the process.
Galloping majors
Two men, disillusioned by the fashion industry’s perennial pursuit of cheap production, wanted to create a denim company with an emphasis on craftsmanship and community. Monocle visits the happy outcome: Blackhorse Lane Ateliers.
Go with the flow
For a more sedated on-board experience, search out these two North American rowboat makers.
Shorts story: Tracht & Country fair
Fashion meets folk as new designers cut out the kitsch in traditional alpine clothing.
Out on a limb
Precisely nipped and tucked, Kiiya’s handmade mannequins are head and shoulders above the rest.
Object lessons: Design companies
To understand what makes Australia special, look to its dynamic design community. Monocle meets a choice selection of the nation’s crafty creators making their mark at home and abroad.
Made in Australia: Baum Cycles
Australia has a strong manufacturing heritage, but the industry has seen a decline. We visit Baum Cycles in Geelong, a bespoke bike-maker revitalising local production with its world-renowned handcrafted frames.
