Research: Campaign for Wool Interiors Collection 2014
Since I am interested in transitioning from fashion to interiors, during Wool Week I went to the Campaign for Wool Interiors Collection in London, to see how textile designers are currently working with wool for home products. I was particularly inspired by Caron Penney’s woven tapestry, Naomi Paul’s crochet lighting, Ptolemy Mann’s Ikat sofa and Kit Kemp’s digitally embroidered upholstery fabric.
In Sight: fashion week sketches – 4
A few sketches from a show that inspired me…Nicole Fahri
Research: 3D Printed Textiles
3D printing is a hot topic at the moment. It’s a technology that has been around for over 20 years, but it is only until recently that it has been used in fashion and textiles. Bradley Rothenberg is an architect who is currently working on developing 3D printed textiles…
Research: Remaking & Reusing
A shift in user attitude is needed, moving away from product disposal and towards longevity. The key to product durability is about developing an emotional attachment to something, which creates a desire to care for and repair, rather than dispose of and replace. Designers need to change the way they work, considering the end use of products to allow for a circular system to develop, that extends the life cycle of materials through remaking and reusing.
In Sight: Sage
I love sketching in cafes. I find it really relaxing to be away from my desk and to just draw whatever’s in front of me. This week I spent a few days in Reading and managed to find some time…
Sneak Peek: Knitted Home Accessories at The Startup Showcase
I’ve always had an interest in interior design, so last year I decided to work on developing a range of knitted home accessories. For me, knitwear is all about creating a beautiful fabric and home ware really allows me to…