A GREAT COLLECTION OF MEMORIES
When we started this new chapter in the Ernest Wright history, we were overwhelmed by the great many wonderful stories people shared with us. Emails from fans all over the world, from heartwarming to outright funny. All with one common thread: the love and passion for the brand. We will continue to share more stories with you through our website and social media.
HCA: Supporting crafts to thrive
IT'S ALL ABOUT CRAFT The Heritage Craft Association is a charitable led organisation which safeguards craft skills and knowledge for the future. Their work is vital to support practitioners and promote Britain’s craft heritage. Mary Lewis, HCA’s Endangered Craft...
Cutting carbon fibre with traditional tools
The seamstress promoting fair fashion
Giving old scissors a new lease of life
Continuing the ‘Legacy of Gentleman Frank’
The 'Turton Pattern' scissors are as useful as they are iconic. They’re the perfect kitchen tool with a bottle opener, a serrated blade that gives extra grip and a pointed tip to open packages. Because we handcraft and drop forge the scissors, they’ll love you for...
Honouring the craftsmen
A handmade scissor company is only as good as its craftsmen. How lucky we are then, to have Cliff Denton, 74, and Eric Stones, 75, leading our workforce. Together, they have a combined experience of 120 years in the scissor making industry. Cliff and Eric: Our...
WHAT’S YOUR STORY?
Perhaps you’d like to share a nice story, your particular craft or fond memories of certain events. We’d love to read it. Or see it, for your videos are very welcome.
Please send an email to stories@ernestwright.co.uk or comment through our social channels.
SHORT DOCUMENTARIES
In recent years, some very nice documentaries were made on the craft of making scissors. It gives some great insights into the skills and care it takes to create a pair of Ernest Wright scissors or shears.
ABOUT ERNEST WRIGHT
Ernest Wright
(1880-1954)
Ernest Wright
(1880-1954)