If you love everything textiles then you’re going to love our blog. With a different focus each time we aim to bring you the latest news and information from the world of textiles as well as updates about our textiles courses, tutors, graduates and from the artists that we love.
Karen Turner is a textile artist who stitches more than just fabric—she stitches memories, time, and emotion into every piece she creates. With a background steeped in both the arts and academia, she has seamlessly blended her love of hand-stitching with an intuitive, almost meditative approach to textile work. Raised
Finding Inspiration and Developing a Creative Practice with Our Master Practitioner Course. In this engaging conversation, Gail Cowley speaks with artist and Master Practitioner graduate Annegret Fauser about her creative journey, the challenges of staying inspired, and the strategies she has developed to maintain artistic momentum. Her journey as an
In this episode, we sit down with textile artist and educator Sophie Standing, whose vibrant work combines thread painting and applique to create stunning depictions of wildlife. Sophie shares her journey from working with ceramics to discovering her love for textiles and free-motion embroidery. Her career has taken her across
Willemien De Villiers is a South African textile artist whose work transforms forgotten and worn domestic fabrics into deeply evocative pieces. With a Fine Art degree from the University of Pretoria and a background in design and textile printing, her artistic journey has been shaped by a lifelong fascination with
In our latest episode of our Textile Talk podcast we’re joined by textile artist, Alison Whateley whose intricate fabric creations bring coastal scenes to life. Known for her unique approach to stitching and layering, Alison’s work encapsulates the movement and colours of seascapes, capturing their essence in every thread. As
Karen Nicol is a celebrated London-based textile artist whose artistry spans the worlds of fashion, interiors, and fine art. With over fifty years in the industry, Karen has established herself as a pioneer in embroidery and mixed media, blending both modern and traditional techniques. Using an array of embellishment techniques
Elena Beimborn’s journey through our Textiles Skill Stage 3 Course is one of perseverance, passion, and creative growth. Drawn to the course for its wide array of techniques and its online flexibility, Elena embraced the opportunity to explore new skills while navigating personal challenges. Her motivation to engage with textiles
If you’ve ever felt the need to rekindle your creative spark or push the boundaries of your craft, then Lucy Brown’s experience of studying with the us might just resonate with you. After years of focusing on her role as a teacher, she realised it was time to make something
Chloe Savage is a master embroiderer, textile artist, and educator based in Bristol. She stands as a luminary in the realm of embroidery, earning her esteemed reputation through an unwavering commitment to her craft and an exceptional mastery of the delicate art form. Renowned for her meticulous attention to detail
We recently caught up with Textile Artist Allan Brown on our Podcast – Textile Talk. Following his wife’s death, he spent seven years making a dress entirely from locally foraged stinging nettles: A process he describes as ‘transformational’. His journey and process of creating the dress and its personal importance
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