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In the latest episode of our Textile Talk, host Gail invites us into the enchanting world of artist Salley Mavor. Known for her intricate and whimsical fabric sculptures, Salley’s art is a delightful blend of meticulous craftsmanship and imaginative storytelling. Her pieces are not just visually stunning, but they also
Elaine Wick Poplin is a talented quilter and artist known for her vibrant use of colour, particularly in batiks and modern fabrics. Her journey into quilting began at a young age, inspired by a family history rich in sewing traditions. She made her first quilt at just 11 years old,
We caught up with Lynn Hall who recently completed our City and Guilds intermediate Knitting course (Skills Stage 3). Having a lifelong passion for knitting and crochet, she joined the course in search of a new challenge and to push her skills beyond using standard patterns. Her key motivation was
At the School of Stitched Textiles we love to inspire artists, creators and hobbyists. But we are educators at heart! For more than 20 years we’ve been teaching, tutoring and mentoring textile creatives. Through our beginner online courses and City and Guilds Accredited courses we help people develop artistic skills
Chitra Mandanna recently completed our advanced Patchwork and Quilting Course (Skill Stage 4). While studying with us, Chitra was encouraged by her tutor to enter her work into the Festival of Quilts and we’re really pleased to the announce that she won not one, but two prizes – including the Visitors’ Choice
Judith Williams has always had a deep passion for embroidery and textiles, but despite years of experience in various hand embroidery techniques, she felt her own creativity was being stifled. After retiring, Judith decided it was the perfect time to fully immerse herself in her craft and explore her own
In the latest instalment of our Artists You HAVE to Follow series, we delve into the extraordinary work of textile artists who draw deep inspiration from the animal kingdom: Transforming fibres into lifelike forms that are both beautiful and thought-provoking. From the intricate embroidery of Karen Nicol’s “couture creatures,” where
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
In this engaging and insightful podcast, we dive deep into the creative journey of Dr. Jack Roberts, a distinguished artist known for his ground-breaking work in machine embroidery. With a rich background spanning over 15 years in the art industry, Jack brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, offering listeners
We share the inspiring journey of Hand Embroidery SS3 graduate Maia O’Neill. During lockdown, Maia developed her passion for embroidery, finding peace in creating her own designs. After facing redundancy in 2021, she enrolled in SST’s Skill Stage 3 Hand Embroidery course, drawn by its comprehensive curriculum and creative freedom.
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