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Propaganda Textiles
London’s Fashion and Textile Museum The British fashion historian Amber Butchart, has curated a fascinating collection exploring Propaganda Textiles at London’s Fashion and Textile Museum. Many of the pieces in the exhibition are part of Amber’s personal collection, and we seem to have a similar overlap in taste – I could probably put on a …
Grown-up birthday party ideas
Making memories with celebrations I’ve long been a fan of the artist Suzi Warren’s work (and social media content*). Suzi describes herself as a Polite protester. Hag enthusiastic. Artist. Founder of Twisted Twee and The Clothes Hospital. And Starter of the Street Stitching movement – she’s the OG craftivist… Suzi’s work pictured here one of …
Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art
The Power and Politics of Textiles certainly seems to be in the news at the moment. If you read my article earlier this week the mother and the weaver at the foundling museum, you’ll have figured out that I find this connection fascinating. Art School I’m writing this after visiting Unravel: The Power and Politics …
The Mother and The Weaver: Art from the Ursula Hauser Collection at The Foundling Museum, London
A must see this February It may seem that I’m at an exhibition every week at the mo, it’s true, there are so many brilliant shows to see right now in London and this one ends at the weekend 18th February 2024. The Mother and The Weaver: Art from the Ursula Hauser Collection at The …
Rebel: 30 Years of London Fashion – Design Museum
London adventures with Ali Clifford and Ruth Eaton We strolled up towards Kensington High Street from Earls Court and are thoroughly recommending spending time in the ‘Rebel: 30 Years of London Fashion’ exhibition at the Design Museum. As both of us are touchy-feely designers, it was a total privilege to be invited to get our …
Sewing Cross Stitch Samplers – a note on perfection
Guest post today from my artist friend: Man In The Woods Over the last five years, on Fridays, we have been enjoying walking vicariously across the South of England with artist, Man in the Woods who creates beautiful short FRIDAY WALK films, illustrations and prints, and – the subject of today’s guest post here, sewing …
Glow Sew retreat March 2024 Fforest Farm
This upcoming Spring, I’m excited to be a part of a new weekend retreat – ‘Glow Sew.’ Glow Sew 2024 Thursday, March 7th – Sunday, March 10th Fforest Farm, Wales There’s a unique magic to sewing, from delicately threading needles to stitching with care, whether it’s mending cherished items, crafting garments, or adorning patches that …
Travelling with a Vaginal Mesh Implant: Safety Tips for Women
Guest post: Travelling is an incredible experience, meeting new people, diving into different cultures, and making memories that last a lifetime. But if you have a vaginal mesh implant, hitting the road (or the skies) might take a little extra planning. These implants had in the past, been commonly used to treat pelvic organ prolapse …
Sustainable Christmas decorations for your table and tree
Incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly decorations into your festivities and on your Christmas Tree is a great way to promote environmental consciousness and make your celebrations more meaningful. Here are a few beautiful examples of thoughtfully handcrafted, or upcycled decorations to add a contemporary pop of style and colour to your space while reducing your carbon …
