
April / March 2021
With a nod to the Bloomsbury group, who covered every surface Charleston’s interiors with pattern and colour, we will examine every surface of the home. We look at hand-painted Chinese wallpaper, which was considered the height of fashion in 18th century England, and thanks to its beauty still enchants. We also travel the world to enjoy the magic of carpets, which can be used so effectively as the foundation of a room, and explore the history of splendid silk dressing gowns.
So, as we spend more time in our homes, the traditional workplace for textiles, we also consider how the cottage industries that flourished before the industrial revolution are resonating with today’s designer-makers. During a difficult winter surrounding ourselves with textiles, whether that is a daily ritual of knitting, quilting, darning, or simply folding the laundry, has calmed our spirits. And as we reach the finale of our Winter of Making, we can look back with contentment at new skills learned, some beloved cashmere socks repaired, and finally anticipate the spring.”















































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