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In this special episode of Textile Talk, we’re joined by two of the most insightful voices in contemporary embroidery. Robert Ossant and Jessica Pile. Between them, they’ve shaped how the world sees couture embroidery, blending its centuries-old craftsmanship with the artistry, innovation and storytelling of modern fashion. Their new book,
Lyn White’s journey into patchwork and quilting proves that it is never too late to unlock your creative potential. Having retired a few years ago, Lyn wanted to upskill and explore her artistic and stitching capabilities. With just a basic skirt made at school and no formal art background, she
After an incredible response from budding artists across the country (and indeed, the world), and thousands of votes cast in a truly nail-biting competition, we are overjoyed to reveal the four winners of the 2025 Joan Harrison Creative Bursary! Each of these talented makers will now have the opportunity to
When Do Adams first discovered quilting in the mid-90s, she was immediately drawn to the creativity and calm it offered. Over the years, her passion for fabric and design grew from following patterns to developing her own distinctive style, inspired by artists such as Gloria Loughman and Ricky Tims. Yet
Few artists capture the emotional and historical resonance of cloth quite like Hannah Lamb. Working from her studio in Bingley, West Yorkshire, Hannah’s practice explores the dialogue between textiles, place, and memory. She’s best known for her delicate cyanotype prints and those ethereal, blue-toned “shadows” on fabric. As well as
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been blown away by the incredible talent and creativity shown in the hundreds of applications we received for the Joan Harrison Creative Bursary. This special bursary was created in memory of our dear friend and colleague Joan Harrison, who inspired so many before her
For Laurel Roberts, embroidery began as a way to find calm after years of working in a demanding and stressful role. What started with a simple kit quickly grew into a passion for colour, texture and the meditative rhythm of hand stitching. Newly retired, Laurel was ready to dedicate time
Delicate, layered and quietly powerful are just some of the words that come to mind when describing the work of hand stitched applique artist Emily Jo Gibbs. Internationally recognised for her exquisite use of silk organza, Emily has built a reputation for creating portraits and still lifes that capture beauty
For Tracy Culley, crochet has always been more than a pastime. But it was the desire to push beyond the basics that set her on a new creative path. With plenty of self-taught experience behind her, she reached a stage where she wanted to deepen her knowledge, refine her techniques
Throughout history, textiles have been so much more than fabric and thread. They’ve been vessels for storytelling, protest, identity and change. From the Gee’s Bend Quilters of Alabama, who stitched bold, improvisational quilts that carried the spirit of the civil rights movement, to the Suffragettes, who embroidered their messages of
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