Craft, Community, and the Quiet Rebellion: The Guilds and Labor Roots of the Arts and Crafts Movement
Sylvia Zamora Sylvia Zamora

Craft, Community, and the Quiet Rebellion: The Guilds and Labor Roots of the Arts and Crafts Movement

efore it was a style, the Arts and Crafts Movement was a radical response to industrial labor. Visionaries like William Morris and Gustav Stickley believed that meaningful work and good design could restore dignity to everyday life. Discover how their guilds blended craftsmanship with social ideals—and why their legacy still matters today.

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Can Furniture Be Art?
Sylvia Zamora Sylvia Zamora

Can Furniture Be Art?

Is it just furniture—or is it art?
This post explores the idea of Arts and Crafts furniture as functional sculpture, comparing iconic Mission-style designs to fine art. Learn how grain, joinery, and honest materials elevate these handcrafted pieces beyond utility.

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