Handicrafts – Page 4

In Japan, a Fan Is Part of Everyday Life

Ninety percent of paddle-style fans, called uchiwa, are made in the island city of Marugame.

By Andrew Faulk for The New York Times

In the land of hygge, handmade paper decorations have long brought holiday cheer — and a chance to share the simple joys of crafting.

By Anna Diamond

At Bottega Veneta, craftspeople are celebrated as much for their creativity as for the quality of their leather work.

By Matteo de Mayda for The New York Times

Sophie Wilson’s 1690 collection of slipware reflects a variety of artistic and literary references.

By James Beck for The New York Times