Now is the time of year that companies and those who supply retail outlets put on their trade shows, so that Journalists, Bloggers and Influencers can shout out to the world what is new and what will be available in the shops in the autumn. Oliver Bonas had their show yesterday and in the heat… Continue reading 10 key trends from Oliver Bonas for Autumn Winter 2018
My last blog post was on making a floral headband wreath for Midsummer day celebrated in Sweden. This post is for those who wish to go larger and make a wreath for their home. Wreath Fresh, Foraged & Dried Floral Arrangements It was the architect, flower loving, boyfriend of my daughter Alice, who first introduced… Continue reading Wreaths by Katie Smyth and Terri Chandler from Worm London
The much anticipated 'Frida Kahlo Making Herself Up' exhibition is starting at the V&A in three days time. Here I show how to make a floral head dress in fifteen to twenty minutes. This headdress is constructed on a bought head band but if a more angelic look is your style you could add flowers… Continue reading Frida Kahlo inspired floral headdress
This summer the Fashion and Textile Museum is hosting an exhibition 'A Life in Pattern' showcasing the work of Orla Kiely This is the first exhibition to feature her work. She set up her company in 1995 after graduating from the RCA . Before that she worked as a textile designer for the company Esprit.… Continue reading Orla Kiely: A Life in Pattern
Every May, Pulse, described as 'Where trends are born', showcases different brands and makers, in one venue, Olympia. Retailers come to see and order for their shops. Some of the items will be available this summer and others will be around for Christmas. Here are some of my favourites. University of Arts London, show work… Continue reading Picks from Pulse 2018
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