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thedesigncenter: Leno, 1934. This maybe of interest to...

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 22:37:00 +0100

thedesigncenter:

Leno, 1934.

This maybe of interest to all you weavers!

wgsn: Painterly inspiration from the Kaffe Fasset: A Life In...

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 15:48:13 +0000

wgsn:

Painterly inspiration from the Kaffe Fasset: A Life In Colour exhibition preview last night @FashionTextile Museum

Must go and see this!!

When I think of pleats I have an image of old fashioned pleated...

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 15:13:00 +0000

card pattern for pleats

card pattern for pleats

card pattern for pleats

card pattern for pleats

card pattern for pleats

When I think of pleats I have an image of old fashioned pleated skirts! but there is a lot more to pleats than I thought as I found out when I attended a presentation by one of the last pleaters in the UK. Terry from F. Ciment (pleating) LTD Terry (the presenter) Brought in patterns and fabric samples, he explained the whole pleating process which I found fascinating.

I was blown away by the complexity of some of the intricate designs they produce. Some of which are amazingly futuristic. The pleats are created by hand folded patterns made out of card. A pattern can take up to 80hrs to create. (see photos)

Pleating is a steam process, no chemicals are used during the pleating process. Permancy depends entirely on the fabric, for example 100% Polyester fabrics are best for holding the pleats, even when washed. Natural fibres can be pleated but care needs to be taken when wearing and cleaning. The fabric is streched onto the patern then steamed.

The company designed Lady Gagas outfits for her last world tour and the Queens skydive outfit at the 2012 Olympic opening ceremony!. This company is also happy to pleat fabrics for fashion/design students.

To find out more info on the company click on the link F. Ciment (pleating) LTD

everydaypeacocks: “The Recipe Book I” by Bob Lussier The...

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 20:08:00 +0000

everydaypeacocks:

“The Recipe Book I” by Bob Lussier

The first image in a macro study of an 1889 wool dye recipe book from the Industrial Revolution. All hand written, with wool color samples.

(via YARN!)

Very interesting, need to do some resaerch on this! http://www.lawrencehistory.org/ just found this, the history behind the photo.

sampletwelve: Hannah Green working on one of her final rug...

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:41:50 +0000

sampletwelve:

Hannah Green working on one of her final rug tufting pieces. Hannah’s work reflects the natural world in an abstract way through textiles. She borrows colours and textures from nature to transform them into works of art. She will be incorporating braiding and embroidery techniques into her rugs.

Wow! would love to have ago at this!

thedesigncenter: Print on cotton. Rouen, France. 1901. Unknown...

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:25:07 +0000

thedesigncenter:

Print on cotton. Rouen, France. 1901. Unknown manufacturer

Great online Textile archive.

brigittemark2: sianclarke15: Stich workshop developments,...

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 19:09:39 +0000

brigittemark2:

sianclarke15:

Stich workshop developments, Semester 2.

Wool shrinkage made last week has been shrunk, acid dyed and stitched into. Some of my heat transferred fabrics have been manipulated into chords and plaits so I can add them to a surface and begin structuring samples. I think my colour palette for India is pretty sussed now, Im worried its all looking a bit too ‘Hippy’ for my liking.

lovely couching

Reposted this because it is an interesting blog, a students journey in suface patern for interiors. Sian Clarke is studying at Swansea University.

janelandau: Here are some of the products created by 3rd year...

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:49:00 +0000

janelandau:

Here are some of the products created by 3rd year students for their last project ‘The Finished Article”

Charmingly simple! Inspiration from Italy. I took these photos...

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 15:08:00 +0000

Charmingly simple! Inspiration from Italy. I took these photos in Prato Italy.

Handmade craft/peg apron. I have used a cute sheep design fabric...

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 20:02:00 +0000

Handmade craft/peg apron. I have used a cute sheep design fabric for this apron. I use good quality 100% cotton in my aprons. I also have some owl design fabric which would be great for all you owl lovers out there!! They can be purchased from

https://www.facebook.com/ClaireMantellHandCraftedJournals?ref=hl

Meet Cedric at the V&A He is a hand woven teddy bear made by...

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 13:14:00 +0000

Meet Cedric at the V&A He is a hand woven teddy bear made by Katie Mantell Creative Threads Katie was featured in a recent BBC programme, Paul Martins Handmade revolution. Cedric was chosen as judges favourite on programme 5, the prize was to have her work on display at the V&A. Cedric has now been sold but can be viewed at the V&A until the Nov 12.

Katie first weaves her fabric on a hand-loom, using carefully chosen yarns, she then hand sews her teddy Bears, using traditional joints on the arms and legs, English glass eyes and hand stitched nose detail. Katie pays exceptional attention to detail, the whole process to make one Bear can take several weeks. Katie currently sells her Teddy Bears through Perry Nelvill Katie is also working on several commissions for private buyers.

Katie Mantell Creative threads This is Marvin. He is a hand...

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 21:08:00 +0100

Katie Mantell Creative threads This is Marvin. He is a hand woven contemporary teddy bear made form 100% tencel. With a sitting height of 4 inches he is a cute little teddy bear, the perfect addition to any home or collection.

adriennehonie-dreamsdocometrue: A/W 12/13 !!!!! Tasty...

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 20:52:45 +0100

adriennehonie-dreamsdocometrue:

A/W 12/13 !!!!! Tasty little Shetland and lambs wool extra long (picture shows scarf currently wrapped around 3 times) heather mist knitted Scarf Loop, £20.00 inc UK postage. Get in touch their is only 1 left :) (Taken with Instagram)

Meet Arthur, a lovely friendly Teddy Bear.

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 23:29:53 +0100

Love This, check out more of Katie Mantell’s creative talents! each teddy bear is...

kevinjaystanton: A collage project I did about some of the...

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 14:39:00 +0100

kevinjaystanton:

A collage project I did about some of the beautiful German flowers that I saw on my trip collaged with the many pamphlets, bags, and maps that I gathered there.

A new design for craft/peg apron! These aprons are designed and...

Sun, 08 Jul 2012 16:04:00 +0100

A new design for craft/peg apron! These aprons are designed and made by me!

They can be purchased from my Face Book Page

My good old faithful peg bag finally fell apart! rather than...

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 20:05:49 +0100

My good old faithful peg bag finally fell apart! rather than make another one I made a peg Apron, a little bit of nostalgia!, (see 1st image) I love it, no more chasing the peg bag around the washing line! One day while happily pegging out the washing, a thought came into my little head…. This apron would be great for when I do craft events…. stash my phone, business cards and cash, much prettier than the bum bag! I now sell these Aprons to crafters, vintage lovers and home makers…. I,m now on the look out for some fab vintage inspired fabric to add to my collection! my aprons can be purchased from Claire Mantell Can make to order, just drop by my page and leave a pm.

I really must start weaving again! This image is of a design I...

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 21:32:10 +0100

I really must start weaving again! This image is of a design I was weaving while at university. Seeing it has made me realise how much I miss weaving…..

New mini Journals by Caire mantell hand Crafted journals

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 14:11:06 +0100

New mini Journals by Caire mantell hand Crafted journals

A creative and inspirational blog

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 22:30:00 +0100

A creative and inspirational blog: This is a great blog full of images of the design process, from...