How We Work

At Found in Britain, we believe that behind every beautiful object is a story worth telling. We partner with independent makers, studios, and small brands who create original products with real craft and care behind them. Our collection is built on the principle of quality over volume, showcasing those who prioritise thoughtful craftsmanship over mass production.

Our Curation Philosophy

Found in Britain is a curated retailer, not an open marketplace. Every maker featured here has been hand-selected because their work reflects genuine craft and authorship, not surface branding.

What we look for in our partners:

  • Originality: We seek clear authorship and unique designs that aren't available on mass-market platforms.
  • Craftsmanship: We prioritise high-quality materials and small-scale production.
  • Independence: We do not stock generic wholesale goods, dropshipped items, or mass-market products.

A Different Way to Shop

Because we work directly with independent makers and small businesses, we use a "Direct from Maker" fulfilment model. This ensures that your products are handled and packed by the people who actually made them.

  • Your Single Point of Contact: While items ship from different studios, all purchases are made through Found in Britain. We remain your retailer and handle all customer support, billing, and returns centrally.
  • Split Shipping: If your order contains items from different makers, they will arrive in separate packages.
  • Real-Time Updates: You will receive a unique tracking number via email as soon as each maker dispatches their portion of your order.

Meet the Makers

Every maker has a profile of their own, telling their story, where they work, and the craft behind the pieces you can buy, alongside their full collection on Found in Britain.

Meet the makers →

Join Us

We are always looking for new independent makers and small businesses to join our curated collection. If you'd like to apply, please visit our Sell With Us page to learn more about our standards and application process.

Found in Britain exists to bring together independent people making well-considered products, curated carefully and sold responsibly.