This beautiful horse, Bruce, is huge, stunning and a softie. His carer Marie says that Richard is married to Bruce and must always to continue to look after his feet! Bruce always gives Richard a cuddle as if to say thank you.
Made by the Forge has just released a ‘swanky’ new oak block to display finials. Designed by Chris Eckersely and made by us, it is a great coffee table display which interior designers and curtain makers can use. It is also very practical to carry out to home visits for clients. Using our 20mm curtain...
We met Chris Eckersley last year 2013 and were immediately impressed with his credentials. Chris is passionate about design and we are thrilled to be working with him on a number of projects including our lighting range. Chris has journeyed to Suffolk twice now and is close to completing one of his designs that...
On my way back from the forge I came across a mother duck and a line of tiny ducklings crossing the road. It made me think of this poem. Leisure” is a poem by Welsh poet W. H. Davies, What is this life if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare. No time to stand beneath...
The Forge Project began in 2013 when Richard and Juliet Fishenden met with Anthony Dickins, William Warren and Gareth Neal in London and decided a collaboration between the product designers, including their pal Chris Eckersley, would be interesting for everyone. Made by the Forge gets lots of design ideas and the designers get hands on experience...
Bringing the outside in and the inside out is a technique lots of people are employing for their homes and gardens. Designers are having a ball creating exciting designs for inside and outside spaces like this one below. I would like to spend some time in this room to experience something new.
We at Made by the Forge are always keen to pick up any design tips for window dressing. Designers say that if the window in your room is the best feature then hanging patterned curtains will draw attention and highlight the space even more. Take care though to hang the curtains so they can...
We would like to say a very big thank you to all our followers for their support and comments. The nights are drawing out and it feels a perfect time to be thinking of updating and improving ones home. We are always thrilled to discuss any projects anyone has and are always keen to...
We have 2 unique printed notice boards left. An opportunity for someone who has an affinity with this particular year.
The inspiration for the honey dipper…