Ever fancied trying your hand at tailoring, discovering the design secrets behind the UK's most iconic brands or taking a behind-the-scenes tour of some of the capital's exclusive ateliers? From big names to up-and-coming artisans, across five days in May, London Craft Week will bring together one-off workshops, talks and demonstrations that give an insight into the country's top creative minds.
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