Unique appeal of traditional crafts

The articles on the metal artist and willow weaver in the Mar/Apr 2017 issue of LandScape really bring home how beautiful and individual hand-crafted items are. Owning something made by a skilled artisan is so much more desirable than a mass-produced item. People chasing the latest must-have goods may be wise to invest in heritage pieces instead, and keep traditions alive. Edith Meeks, Leicestershire