Behind the Scenes | New Makers 2025
For the past eight years, we have invited craftspeople from around the world to apply for our New Makers programme. Selected artists receive expert guidance to support the growth of their businesses, along with a platform on TOAST to sell their handcrafted goods, with all profits returned to them.
We launched this mentorship scheme as an extension of our core values, rooted in thoughtful production and the preservation of centuries-old crafts. This year’s makers have been chosen for their innovative and inspiring approaches to such traditions.
Meet the Makers on the #TOAST
TOAST New Makers 2026
Introducing the finalists of our 2026 New Makers programme.
Yuichi Romita @y.f.romita
Hannah Watts @hannahvwatts
Jacob Marks @_jacob_marks
Linnan Ye @linnan_ye_nekoconeko
Egle Silko @eglesilkojewelry
Working across ceramics, textiles, wood, and metal, these five selected makers each bring a distinct approach to reimagining traditional craft techniques.
Now in its eighth year, TOAST New Makers continues to spotlight and support emerging talent shaping the future of contemporary making.
Discover the New Makers 2026 collection via the link in bio.
The finalists exhibition will be on display at TOAST Shoreditch in London until 28 May and TOAST West Village in New York until 4 June.
Photography by Suzie Howell.
A Woodland Lunch with Eat Ethio
In Wick Wood, a small patch of forest some 25 minutes from Canterbury West, we joined Helina Tesega and Scott Albon for lunch.
The couple are about to open Eat Ethio, a gallery-café-studio hybrid space anchored in Ethiopian food, but which also encompasses the ingredients, artisans and culture of Helina’s home country and events such as coffee ceremonies and herbal workshops.
Read more on the #TOASTMagazine via the link in bio.
Words by Mina Holland.
Photography by Elena Heatherwick.
TOAST New Makers | London Craft Week
At our London Craft Week event last night, ceramicist and New Makers guest judge Florian Gadsby joined a panel discussion exploring the role and value of craft.
Here, he reflects on what craft means to him personally and what he hopes to see for its future.
TOAST New Makers | London Craft Week
TOAST New Makers 2026 Jacob Marks’ novel use of pine resin - a translucent natural substance - alongside paper, charcoal and plant-based pigments, is expressed through a distinctive range of vessels and home accessories.
At our London Craft Week event last night, Jacob joined a panel discussion exploring the role and value of craft.
Here, he reflects on what craft means to him personally and what he hopes to see for its future.
TOAST New Makers | London Craft Week
Last night, we gathered at Old Sessions House to mark the launch of our New Makers 2026 programme at London Craft Week.
Journalist Jes Salter hosted a discussion on the role and value of contemporary craft. The panel brought together ceramicist and New Makers guest judge Florian Gadsby, TOAST Head of Home Judith Harris, Natalie Melton of Crafts Council UK, and TOAST New Maker 2026 Jacob Marks.
Thank you to everyone who joined us.
Photography by Safia Shakarchi.
Embroidered Cotton Voile
Our easy dress and shirt are made from organic cotton voile. Inspired by our seasonal concept, A Shared Table, artisans in India have embroidered each piece with a characterful pattern, featuring seafood, bread, and other produce.
Discover our latest womenswear pieces via the link in bio.
Styled by Our Community
Stef, Tristan and Felix wear a selection of shirts from our new collection. Gelato checks, copper-toned linen and hand-dyed ikat patterns bring texture and variety to the season.
Stef is 6’2 and wears a size M/L.
Tristan is 5’11 and wears a size S/M.
Felix is 5’10 and wears a size M.
Discover our menswear shirt collection via the link in bio.
Picnic Textiles
Our bread bags are made from a vibrant checked cotton which is handwoven by artisans in India.
Designed for storing bread in the kitchen to keep fresh and for picnics on long summer days.
Discover our latest homeware pieces via the link in bio.
Ikat Textiles
Our Ikat fabric is hand-woven from cotton yarns which are carefully bound together before being dipped in dye – the areas which are tightly wrapped are protected from the colour, creating unique patterns.
In the village of Yellanki in Andhra Pradesh, India, master weaver Bikshapati Kolaan leads a group of artisans who create our seasonal Ikat fabrics. Meanwhile, our one-of-a-kind Ikat jackets are kantha-stitched and sewn together by women who are part of two Indian cooperatives.
For Spring Summer 2026, our ikat shirt features a large-scale broken check pattern.
Discover our latest menswear pieces via the link in bio.
A Considered Home
Judith Harris’s first homeware position was for TOAST some 16 years ago, working with the original founders. After a period at The Conran Shop, she returned to TOAST in 2018 as Head of Home. “The opportunity to build a collection of craft-focused pieces and curate a range of homeware to sit alongside the clothing collections was an exciting prospect.”
Alongside our main Home range, each year Judith curates the New Makers collection. “Each year we look to support emerging artisans who are blending traditional craft techniques with contemporary design,” says Judith. “The selections all explore technique, material and form to create something unique in the field of the handmade.”
Read more about Judith’s approach to craft on the #TOASTmagazine and discover our New Makers 2026 via the link in bio.
Words by Alice Simkins-Vyce.
Photography by Aloha Bonser-Shaw.
New Makers 2026 | TOAST Shoreditch
Join us at TOAST London Shoreditch, where our TOAST New Maker 2026 collection will be on display.
This year’s selection showcases the work of craftspeople across various disciplines, including wheel-thrown ceramics and jewellery making.
47 - 49 Charlotte Road, London, EC2A 3QT
Tues 12 May - Weds 13 May, 10am - 6pm
Thur 14 May Exhibition Closed
Fri 15 May - Sat 16 May, 10am - 6pm
Sun 17 May, 10am - 5pm
