The Art of Craft: Volume one: Amanda Winfield, Abinger Stained Glass | Corston Architectural Detail

We talk a lot about creating considered products that’ll stand the test of time. It’s at the centre of so much of what we believe in and do at Corston. The art of craft, our new journal series for 2026, looks to celebrate makers that are doing the very same thing. Their tools, techniques and materials may well differ from ours, but we’re united in our commitment to enduring design and quality craftsmanship. Our first maker is stained-glass artist Amanda Winfield, whose studio, Abinger Stained Glass, is based in the Surrey Hills. Honing her craft for nearly forty years, Amanda’s a long-standing member of the British Society of Master Glass Painters and a member of Surrey Hills Enterprises – an organisation that supports local businesses and craftsmanship. She designs and constructs bespoke stained-glass windows for new build and period homes, churches, schools and businesses, while also passing on her skills through teaching and mentorship. We visited her at work to capture her story – and the age-old process – on film. The video’s above, or to read the highlights, just keep scrolling.