Tag: 1980’s
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Weekly Blog – Number 2 – The Tale of Two Scarves
I am always hesitant about buying fine wool scarves from flea markets or car-boot sales, as the chances are that the moths will have got to them. However at Ledburys first boot sale of the year I gave in to temptation. The first one from the 1980’s by my favourite designers of the time Collier…
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What People make with the Fabric I sell – Sadie Ruben, Maid in the Forest
Danish sculptor and textile artist Sadie Ruben makes one of a kind handmade girl’s dresses for Maid in the Forest. Her dresses are unique pieces of artwork, mixing colours and textures unlike anything you will find in the mass market. These inside-out dresses often have unfinished edges, top-stitching and others unique details. Sadie uses vintage fabrics…