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China Tour – Ceramics & Glass
A fantastic tour in September 2026 of Beijing, Zibo, Weifang, Qingdao, Laoshan, Jingdezhen & Shanghai exploring china and glass techniques, visiting museums, old villages and workshops.
Peter Layton Hon. FSDC
We are delighted to announce that glass artist and SDC Hon. Fellow Peter Layton will be appearing on Desert Island Discs.
Words in Bloom - English artist Jessica Palmer takes her art to the heart of America
Despite one artwork going missing in transit for two weeks, May still sees the opening of a new, nearly year‑long exhibition in St Louis, USA, featuring SDC Member Jessica Palmer. Jessica is presenting a stunning collection of her paper artworks at the Missouri Botanical Garden as part of The Literary Garden, a show that brings together art, storytelling, and the natural world.
Future Icons Selects 2026
Future Icons Selects returns to LCW for its fourth edition at 83 Rivington Street in Shoreditch. Running for seven days in May, the exhibition will present the work of more than 40 emerging and established artisans, including four SDC members.
Designing and Weaving Double Cloth
Delighted to announce that Society member and weaver Cally Booker MSDC has published a book on designing and weaving double cloth.
Society is seeking a new Treasurer
We are now seeking a skilled, articulate and committed individual to work alongside the Board of Trustees to consolidate on the excellent work undertaken so far, and alongside other trustees, help take the charity to the next level.
The John Ruskin Prize
We are delighted to announce that two SDC members have been shortlisted for the 8th Ruskin Art Prize.
The Alan Peters Furniture Award 2026
Applications are invited for the 2026 Alan Peters Furniture Award. This biennial online competition celebrates the enduring legacy of the late furniture designer maker.
