"We explore what is being lost as handmade skills struggle to survive in a fast, profit-driven global economy. From sustainability to cultural identity, the discussion asks whether handmade work still has value and if it can survive in a world built for speed and scale."
"Handmade crafts are disappearing under mass production. What is lost when everything is made fast, cheap, and at scale? As globalisation reshapes how goods are made and consumed, traditional crafts are increasingly under threat."
"Presenter: Stefanie Dekker Guests: Somesh Singh Steering Committee member, World Crafts Council International Fadi Kattan Chef & author Sabah Arbilli Calligraphy artist"
Handmade crafts face decline as mass production and globalisation prioritize speed, low cost, and scale. Traditional skills and techniques are under threat as producers favor standardized, mechanized processes over individual workmanship. The loss affects environmental sustainability through disposable goods and undermines cultural identity embedded in regional crafts. Artisanal livelihoods shrink under profit-driven supply chains that devalue time-intensive practices. Consumers lose diversity, craftsmanship, and connection to production. Questions arise about the economic viability and social value of handmade work and whether resilient markets, ethical consumption, or policy support can sustain artisanal traditions.
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