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A little insight into the my practice and thought processes.
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I’m so grateful I said no to most opportunities this summer. Yes it means sales have been minimal, but trying to sell woollen goods in a heatwave is pretty tricky. It feels indulgent. Advocating for my own mental and physical health is hard. Taking time to try to support my child feels like a luxury…
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it’s a sensory matter For me being able to spin my own yarn is equivalent to mixing my own colours if I am painting. I like the complexity and uniqueness of colour and texture that I can achieve, and it gives me a sense of the work being ‘mine’. I use very simple spinning and…
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Seasons are changing, and tis the time that people let me know they are not in the market for heavy scarves and blankets. Its problematic for me because although I love seasons, the dry sunny weather is a great time for washing wool and making larger items – using the garden to warp up my…
Dawson Road Studio Contemporary Handwoven Textiles Made in Folkestone 