Sneak Peek: Blue Skies
From rough sketches to printed textiles, all inspired by a song…
Blue Skies – Ella Fitzgerald.
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Sneak Peek: Fashion Knitwear Design for Flock
In 2015 whilst I was studying for a Masters, I started freelancing for a British fashion startup, Flock by Nature. Now three years later, despite having moved to Spain, I’m happy to have started working on the next round of designs. Here’s a sneak peek of my design sketches…
Sneak Peek: Yoga, Design & Life in Spain
Last year I left Bristol and moved to Pamplona, Spain. The experience has reminded me that nothing happens overnight. Building a new life, learning Spanish and finding work…it all requires patience. This is what I’ve been doing to keep myself busy and feed my creativity…
Sneak Peek: MA Design – Knitted Wall Panels
I completed my Masters in Design at the beginning of this year, January 2017, and graduated with distinction. My final project was a series of 6 knitted wall panels and they are currently on display at Bath Spa University. The panels provide an alternative way of decorating a wall that adds pattern and texture, as well as improving acoustics.
Sneak Peek: Glancing Back & Moving Forwards
This time last year I was in Peru. I went for a month on a mission to turn my knitted homeware collection into reality! My ambitions were high and the trip got off to a rocky start when my yarn was stollen…
Sneak Peek: travelling and working for a month in Peru
At the end of last week I returned home after a month travelling and working in Peru. Whilst I was away I took a photo (or 2!) a day and posted them on Instagram keeping a diary of my journey…
Sneak Peek: research trip to Peru
For the next month I will be in Peru on a mission to turn my collection into reality. I will be focusing on just a few key pieces, tweaking the colour palette and changing the yarn to a locally sourced quality. I’m not expecting a smooth development process, especially considering the news I have just received…
Sneak Peek: Homemade with Love Magazine
The latest issue of Homemade with Love magazine is out now and talks about the School for Creative Startups and features me!
Sneak Peek: Knitted Baby Blankets
There seems to be a baby boom…at least in my friendship group! In the last month I’ve become an aunty and two of my close friends in New York have also had their first child. So I decided it was…
Sneak Peek: and the winner is…!
Thank you to those of you who visited The Startup Showcase and/or entered into the prize draw by answering a few questions. It was a fantastic event and it was great to receive your feedback. Your comments are greatly appreciated…
Sneak Peek: my stand at The Startup Showcase
After months of preparation The Startup Showcase has been and gone. It was a fantastic experience and I received some great feedback. I have to say a massive thank you to my sister, Anna, who helped me create my…
Sneak Peek: win a designer cushion!
My cushions aren’t for sale yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your hands on one. I will be giving away one of my cushions in return for a bit of help with market research. At The Startup Showcase…
Sneak peek: the creative process
Here’s a little video that I filmed a few months ago when I was designing my current collection of knitted cushions and throws. It gives you a sneak peek into the process that goes into creating one of my designs….
Sneak Peek: knit cushions and throws
Here are a few more photos of my “Nuba” collection that will be on display at The Startup Showcase. The event starts with a Press Preview and VIP night on Thursday, then a Buyers Breakfast and Time Out Event on…
Sneak Peek: "Nuba" – a collection of knitted cushions and throws
My debut collection of knitted cushions and throws is inspired by the body decoration of the Nuba tribe in Sudan. At least this was the starting point, but my designs are rarely that literal, as I like to merge lots of…
Sneak Peek: final prep for The Startup Showcase
Only a few days to go before The Startup Showcase, so fingers crossed the journey down to London and the set up at Somerset House will all go smoothly. I will be travelling via train and tube, carrying a large…
Sneak Peek: watch me knitting!
My debut collection of knitted cushions and throws will be on display at Somerset House for The Startup Showcase next weekend (23rd/24th March). The designs are a taster of what’s to come, but are currently not for sale. All samples…
Sneak Peek: cushions ready for The Startup Showcase
Big sigh of relief! I’ve finally finished making all of my samples ready for display at The Startup Showcase. Now it’s time to work on the finishing touches to my display stand and the logistics of getting it all down…
Sneak Peek: countdown to The Startup Showcase
The countdown has begun. Only 2 weeks to go until I’ll be setting up for The Startup Showcase. My studio is now a production line and I’m churning out samples that will be on display. If you’d like to…
Sneak Peek: knitting my cushions
Only a month to go until I’ll be setting up for The Startup Showcase. I’ve been very busy knitting…
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…
Sneak Peek: Lets Knit Magazine
Lets Knit has done a lovely article in this months magazine about the rising popularity of knitted home ware. I’m featured as one of the “experts”! Go and get your copy…
Sneak Peek: Knitted Home Textiles
I’ve spent the last couple of weeks working on new designs for my debut collection of knitted home accessories; cushions, blankets and throws. My colour scheme and patterns are evolving and I’m loving the results. Here’s a sneak peek at…
Sneak Peek: Knitted Samples
Here’s a selection of some of the designs I’m currently working on. Early stages at the moment, so they might evolve into something completely different!