Katie Vale – Anthropologie Display Coordinator

17 December 2011 General / News
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Katie Vale graduated in 2009 having specialised in weave on the BA (Hons) Textile Design course at Central Saint Martins. She went on to work for the American retail company URBN in their first ever European Anthropologie store as their Display Coordinator in Regent Street.

This store opened in October 2009 and since then she has worked on all the interior display and window design elements from research and development through to installation. Although her work is not strictly designed through the process of weave in the traditional sense she manages to incorporate the skill set she learnt from weave wherever possible.

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Graduate or Experienced Textile / Surface Pattern Designer Wanted

13 December 2011 Jobs
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For a client based in Mumbai, India – one of the Top Furnishing Fabric Mills in the World supplying all the major brands in the UK – who is offering 3 UK designers the opportunity of a 9 Months to 1 year contract to work  in the Design Studio at his mill from end Jan 2012 – this can be extended as many designers do – if you like the work and they like you. You will be creating new designs and colourways and will be given UK clients to look after ie working to briefs given by customers such as Harlequin and Prestigious and you will be communicating directly with the design teams of these major UK companies.

Over the last 7 years Diane Harding has sent many graduates to India – so you can talk to them about their experiences before you decide to take the job.  Many of them have returned to the UK and with this experience on their CV have found excellent design jobs within the industry for example for Romo & Harlequin.

All that is required is that you have a degree in Surface Pattern, Weave, Embroidery or Print design with excellent drawing skills.

First interviews will take place with myself during December and early January.

The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the client on Tuesday 17 January in Milton Keynes and the final 3 designers will travel out to India to join the other UK designers who have been working with the mill for several months – asap after that  (end Jan / beg Feb 2012)  at a time that is convenient for all parties.  Continue reading →

Latest projects from Dashing Tweeds

21 November 2011 News
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Dashing Tweeds is about to launch their co- branded range Dashing Converse trainers. The tweeds for the trainers were woven at Drove Weaving Ltd UK and will be sold at retailers Kurt Geiger, JD Sports and Crooked Tongues amongst others.

Dashing Tweed is the contemporary tweed company run by Kirsty McDougall and Guy Hills. This summer they have been preparing to launch their new e-commerce website. They have spent much time photographing their product from all angles, investigating the legal implications with shipment, making sure the site is easy to negotiate and developing new products that will sell well!

Dashing Tweeds are also working with Hudson Shoes who are creating some beautiful brogue styles using one of the Dashing Harris designs, woven in iconic Harris Tweed quality. They are also working on a new range of cashmere scarves with Joshua Ellis and are waiting for the first samples to arrive. There is also a new range of bags, men’s gilet and reflective tweed cycle jacket in development.

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Laura Thomas @ Heal’s

21 November 2011 News
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Symmetree
Laura Thomas has produced two lambswool blanket and cushion designs for the 2011 Heal’s Discovers collection that was launched in August. One of the designs called Symmetree was shortlisted for the Cardiff Design Festival Award 2011.
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To the Manor Reborn & Gainsborough Silk Weaving Company Ltd

21 November 2011 General / News
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The National Trust and The BBC have got together to refurbish the 500 year old Avebury Manor in Wiltshire. Different rooms have been refurbished in differing periods/ styles to reflect the personalities of interesting owners over the years.

Gainsborough Silk Weaving Company Ltd has been involved weaving fabrics for Mrs Minivers drawing room in an art deco style, The Governor of Jamaica’s dining room, Queen Ann Bedroom and withdrawing room.

The BBC filmed in the factory earlier this year with Penelope Keith (presenter) and Russell Sage (interior designer). The series starts on November 24th 2012 at 9.00pm on BBC1

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Cockpit Arts / The Clothworkers’ Foundation Awards 2012

20 November 2011 General
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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS ` COCKPIT ARTS / THE CLOTHWORKERS’ FOUNDATION AWARDS 2012

“We are keen to support weavers who have recently graduated to help them pursue their skill and build a career. This scheme provides an opportunity for several talented designer-makers to access affordable studio space, equipment and business support to help them achieve their goals.”
– Andrew Blessley, Clerk, The Clothworkers’ Company

Applications are invited for the Cockpit Arts / The Clothworkers’ Foundation Awards 2012 which aim to assist weavers to set up in business by providing studio space and business support provided by Cockpit Arts as well as shared use of looms. There are 6 Awards available and the selection panel (including the acclaimed ikat weaver and designer, Mary Restieaux) will be looking for individuals who demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit as well as creative excellence and craft skills. The Awards will include space in a shared studio equipped with ‘Arm’ looms and the following benefits:

ï‚· Studio space and use of looms within the creative community of Cockpit Arts at Deptford, London SE8 with access to office facilities and resource centre.
ï‚· Business and professional development services including on-site coaching, a personalised development plan, access to finance, workshops and events.
ï‚· A range of selling and promotional opportunities including Cockpit Arts Open Studios selling events.
Further information including an application form is available from Beckie Kingman, Studio Manager, Cockpit Arts, 18-22 Creekside, London SE8 3DZ; telephone 020 8692 4463;

email beckie@cockpitarts.com

The deadline for receipt of applications is Monday 12 December 2011. Interviews with shortlisted applicants will be held in January 2012.

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Patissimenterie Weaver – Jessica Light

20 November 2011 General / News
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Passimenterie weaver Jessica Light has just launched an on-line shop for her diffusion range of tassles and bobbles.

One of the last working trimming weavers left in England, Jessica Light produces exquisite, innovative and contemporary passementerie of exceptional quality. All products are handmade to order in her East London workshop using methods dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries.
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