The Stitchery of Catherine Hill, a Lancashire Lass
Sunny days create a perfect opportunity for some rust dyeing.
A box has been slowly filling up with rusty bits n bobs, some of which came from beach combing at Aldeburgh.
Bags full of fabric scraps, vintage bits and pieces of plain cotton were waiting, ready to dye.
I had the best of times at the Fashion & Textiles Museum, London.
The ‘Pattern making on a Mannequin’ Workshop. was led by pattern designer Theresa Hewlett who has worked on the garments from Strictly Come Dancing.
The aim of the day was to learn how to make a bodice shape with calico and then transfer it onto paper to make patterns to fit my own figure. Continue reading “The Fashion and Textile Museum – Dressmaking Workshop”
There was so much to share from my visit to the Horrocks Exhibition.
This is a follow on to a previous post showcasing the stunning dresses from the collection.
After World War 2, the demand for colourful textiles prints was such, that leading artists and illustrators, including Warhol, Joan Miro and Picasso, were approached to create textile versions of their art.
The garments and prints are delightful – if you get a opportunity to visit the exhibition at The Fashion & Textile Museum then jump at the chance.
Some of the textiles started life as art work, before being transformed into printed cloth.
Please excuse the dark images – it was very dimly lit.
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Continue reading “Horrocks @ The Fashion & Textile Museum – Part 2”