Tag: Crafts

threaded with meaning: how textiles have been used for memory and healing through history

Textiles are more than just practical objects—they are sensory, symbolic, and deeply personal. Across cultures and centuries, cloth has served not only to clothe the body but also to comfort the soul. From the stitched stories of traditional quilts to medicinal fabric treatments used in ancient practices, textiles have long been tools of healing and… Read More threaded with meaning: how textiles have been used for memory and healing through history

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weaving the past into the future: the significance of preserving & reinventing heritage textile techniques

In a world increasingly shaped by automation and fast fashion, the traditional arts of textile-making—spinning, dyeing, weaving, and embroidery—are often overshadowed. Yet, heritage textile techniques remain vital not only for their aesthetic and cultural value but also for what they can teach us about sustainability, craftsmanship, and community. Preserving and reinventing these practices is more… Read More weaving the past into the future: the significance of preserving & reinventing heritage textile techniques

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Project: Historical Archives & Textiles – Creating Memory Quilts

I’ve recently been inspired by a new project idea that combines two of my passions: historical archives and textiles. This project aims to bridge the past and the present by creating contemporary memory quilts and blankets, with a special focus on those who might benefit most from these comforting, nostalgic pieces—particularly the elderly and dementia… Read More Project: Historical Archives & Textiles – Creating Memory Quilts

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