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Hugh McNeill is a talented craftsman in Crystal Glass Cutting & Engraving. He has worked professionally in this field over the past 45 years. He trained under Eddie Flavin a master glass cutter from Waterford Crystal Glass in Ireland. Hugh has created pieces for many famous people over the years and has established his name in this field. Hugh has a growing concern for old styles hand made crafts that are slowly dying out and not being taught to next generations. These podcasts are to bring awareness to these crafts provoking new craftsman to take up a dying craft that is now on the ”In danger of being extinct list of which there is well over 100 skilled crafts in danger of being forgotten forever. www.madewiththesehands.com
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Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Hugh McNeill from Made With These Hands Podcast interviews Karen Willis. Karen shares her journey from growing up in a creative household to becoming a successful ceramicist with her brand, Circle of Willis. She discusses the influence of her artistic upbringing, her transition from media to ceramics, and the importance of storytelling in her art. Karen emphasises the joy of creating bespoke pieces that capture personal stories and the challenges of navigating the business side of art. She offers valuable advice for aspiring creatives and reflects on the evolving landscape of television and craft programs. I hope you enjoy this episode of Made With These Hands.
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