Tapping into the maker-sphere can bring special and distinct pieces to your projects, but finding the right indie vendors can take some time. This week, we asked seven designers—Jeannine Bogart, Amy Courtney, Guillaume Coutheillas, Sherrell Neal, Theresa Ory, Nicole Roe and Rosa Santiago Zimmerman—how they discover new artisans to work with.

Layered Approach

“Vetting new makers is less formulaic for me. I tend to follow my instinct. I’m drawn to what I love and what feels necessary for a project. If a maker’s work speaks to the story I’m trying to tell, that’s where the conversation begins. Heritage also matters to me. I value the integrity and patience it takes to build something long-lasting. I align with makers who speak that same language and those who don’t compromise quality or cra

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