LETTERS of ARA
An online journal & newsletter, exploring areas of influence & interest for Ara the altar.
Behind the altar | Vol. 5 Sand Casting
A documented journey of my first sand casting project
Behind the altar | Vol. 4 Hallmarking
A closer look at hallmarking and Ara’s considerations to make this a sustainable practice
Behind the altar | Vol. 3 NATURAL DYEING WITH EUCALYPTUS
How to dye natural fabric with eucalyptus leaves — a step by step guide
Behind the altar | Vol. 2 Making the Braided Grass Ring
Volume 2 of Behind the altar explores the creation of Ritual Object III - The Braided Grass Ring
Behind the altar | Vol. 1 Branding
For the first volume of my new project ‘Behind the altar’ I walk through the journey I’ve taken with my branding so far
NATURAL DYEING WITH PINE NEEDLES
I share the process I used to naturally dye European hemp fabric with pine needles, for Ara’s accompanying bags
Handmade recycled silver & gold findings
Ara’s approach to offering fully recycled adornment, with transparency
Ara's accompanying cards: a responsible journey
An insight into my journey of designing and making Ara’s considered accompanying cards
A Lammas Gathering | Ara’s first pop up
Behind the scenes at Ara’s first pop up with a focus on sustainability, slow-making and pleasure
Purposeful Packaging | Designed & Made In House
An introduction to Ara’s new packaging, designed & made in-house with minimal waste, using fabric woven in Lancashire.