Tokyo - Sashiko Stitching
From the busy streets of Tokyo to the quiet rhythm of needle and thread, this research trip led me to the back alleys of Japan for one of the most treasured textile traditions.
English Lace
Queen Mary II and the Knots of Power: How Macramé and Lace Shaped Royal Fashion.
From 1600s imports to the lace houses of the midlands, this blog delves into the English influence of the craft - the prestigious royal wears, the conditions they were made and horticultural designs that defined them.
Scottish Tartan
A Journey through Edinburgh's Woven Legacy: The Art of Tartan. How checkered isn't just a pattern, but stories told through warp and weft, colour and clan, craft and culture.
Panama - Basket Weaving
Up river within Panama's rainforests, basket and ornament weaving is more than a craft, it's a cultural legacy. Made with natural fibres, the intricate works and knots tell stories of tradition, skill and connection to their land.
Peruvian - Fabric Weaves
High in the Peruvian Andes, the village of Chinchero is known for it's vibrant textile traditions. Here, weaving is a form of story telling where each thread and pattern carries the history, beliefs and daily life of Quechua people.
Exploring Indigenous Australian Art and Craft
Cairns - exploring the vibrant world of Indigenous Australian Craft - where carving, weaving and design are rich in culture and connection to Country,
Peruvian Craftsmanship
Cuzco - the city of vibrant tradition, where craft is a part of everyday life. From colourful markets to handmade menswear, read how I discovered the beauty of Peruvian artistry and the people who keep it alive.
Myanmar (Burma)
Threads Over Waters - Visiting the Weavers that live on stilts. Where weaving was more than a craft, it was a cultural language. Each region developing its own patterns and techniques, often influenced by ethnic traditions and local resources.
Panama - Mola
In the heart of Panama’s metropolis, traditional Guna Molas remain a vibrant symbol of cultural pride. Despite the city’s modern skyline, these hand-stitched textiles continue to thrive - woven into daily life, fashion and identity.
Parisian Ateliers
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Bali - Indonesia
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