The second event, Reimagining Narratives, drew inspiration and intention from the theme for 2024’s Black History Month and focused on the stories of Black craftspersons. Here the act of ‘reimaging’ was key, uncovering of stories of Black makers who have been historically underrepresented in Crafts Council Collection, as with much British and Eurocentric collecting. Focusing on Odundo’s piece from the collection as well as the more recently acquired vessel by Shawanda Corbett, What's taking you so long (from 'Neighbourhood Garden') - as well as noting the influence of renowned potter, Ladi Kwali - curator and art historian Alayo Akingugbe unpacked the stories embedded within the craft vessels and the inequality baked into collections, delving into disparate perspectives towards craft within Black communities. Following the talk, participants took part in a workshop led by wood artist Darren Appiagyei. Using paper, string, natural ephemera, clips, cork, and wire to create spontaneous, free-form making, Appiagyei placed just one limitation on the group: to use glue and scissors, leading guests to fashion their own vessels as intuitively as possible, using Craft Council’s Make First craft education pedagogy, prioritising an instinctual approach to exploring materials and embracing ‘failure’ as a natural part of developing ideas.