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Fat Quarter : Toys

25 Projects to make from short lengths of fabric By Susie Johns Published by GMC Publications Fat Quarter Toys is the latest addition to a fabulous and popular series of stash – busting sewing books. There are 25 cute and colourful toys and games to make for young children, all from fat quarters or fabric… Continue reading Fat Quarter : Toys

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AWAMAKI

As part of the Weavers of the Clouds exhibition there is a section on the weaving of the women who make up Awamaki, a non-profit organization that connects artisan women in the Andes to global markets. Here is some of the work designed and made by 21 weavers in the community of Walaquilla Kelanca. Each… Continue reading AWAMAKI

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WEAVERS OF THE CLOUDS: TEXTILE ARTS OF PERU

21 June -8 September 2019 at the Fashion and Textile Museum London Weavers of the Clouds brings the captivating designs of Peru to the UK, showcasing some of the world’s oldest and most colourful art and textiles. Peru has a world-renowned heritage of fibre arts and costumes, from a lineage that dates back thousands of… Continue reading WEAVERS OF THE CLOUDS: TEXTILE ARTS OF PERU

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Extra Ordinary Interiors by Rockett St George

Published by RPS Photography by Debi Treloar  Rockett St George was founded in 2007 by long time friends Lucy  St George and Jane Rockett. it was their shared passion for black clothes, flea markets, Manchego cheese, travel, Tom Hardy and (of course) interiors that cemented their friendship. Ten years down the line, they are still… Continue reading Extra Ordinary Interiors by Rockett St George

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The BP Portrait Award 2019 at the National Portrait Gallery London

The winner of the BP Portrait Award 2019 was announced this week at the National Portrait Gallery, London. The exhibition is now open for the public to view until Sunday 20 October 2019.  The Poet by Tina Orsouc Dalessio 2019 marks the Portrait Award’s 40th year at the National Portrait Gallery and 30th year of sponsorship by BP. The BP… Continue reading The BP Portrait Award 2019 at the National Portrait Gallery London