Back on the grid and back with colour after a weekend’s site visit in Bradford to see progress on a new art installation ‘BD Colours’ created in collaboration with @bigg_design for Bradford Interchange - we are so excited to see this project come together, it’s half way there and already transforming the external spaces with a wash of dynamic colour.
Inspired by the vibrant colours of Bradford District, this abstract artwork celebrates the city and its surrounding landscapes, towns, and villages. From heather-clad moors and stone-cobbled streets to the radiant glow of city lights; from stunning architecture and a thriving cultural scene to bustling markets and aromatic kitchens; from tranquil parks, woodlands, and canal-side walks to lively festivals, sports, and rich heritage - each hue reflects the unique elements of the region, weaving them together to capture the diversity and beauty of Bradford District in every shade.
This weekend saw the opening event of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture and it was great to be in the city to feel the buzz and excitement for the year ahead and to see the artwork as a welcoming and colourful backdrop to those travelling in and out of the city.
We can’t wait to get back to photograph the internal spaces in the coming weeks and share the full details of our latest collaboration!
Huge thanks to the amazing teams @butterfield_signs and @balfourbeatty who have been working tirelessly through all weathers to get elements installed and ready for this weekend!
With thanks to @feredaypollardarchitects@bradfordmdc@westyorkshire_ca for this exciting opportunity!
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#bdcolours #bradford2025 #colourfulcities #cityofculture #publicart #publicartbradford #cityofculture2025 #bradford #bradfordinterchange #bradforddistrict
I’m super excited to share photos of our first bespoke quilt for @shop_ormus Summer Showcase. Called ‘Holiday mode’ this supersize quilt features bold shapes reminiscent of rooflines and terraces of some sun drenched foreign land. Popping colours in fizzy shades of green and yellow contrast with cobalt blues and hot reds. This one of a kind quilt is made from a patchwork of linen, cotton, wool felt and chunky wool tweed - luxurious to wrap around yourself or drape over a bed.
We’re so excited to be part of the upcoming show focusing on a Summer of colour!
Private view 10th of May 5pm-8pm
Open thereafter check @shop_ormus
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#summerofcolour #quiltsofinstagram #bespoketextiles #textiledesign #quilt #textilestudio #fortheloveofcolour #geometricpattern #funmakesgood
Poking my head out from Instagram hibernation as the sun is shining today and anything seems possible. ☀️
Latest patchworks heading to @kobiandteal in time for the Frome Independent this weekend. More will follow in due course, when the sun goes back in and I go back to my sewing machine.
#springsounds #patchwork #colourfulhome #textiledesign #colourfulhomewares
Made something cool for my favourite local hotspot @nowhere.sauna and of course had to go for a sauna to get the full experience. If you haven’t been then book, you won’t regret it and now with all the comforts of a very nice changing space complete with bespoke patchwork curtain to compliment the beautiful woven willow screen made by @tomnahamarketgarden
What a treat!
Thanks to thenowhere ladies for this commission ✨
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#bespokecurtains #landscapeart #contemporarypatchwork #patchwork #inspiredbynature
Keeping the colour going even when it’s grey outside - sharing photos of our most recent cushion commission, a colourful triptych made to fit the dimensions of this very stylish window seat.
Wool, wool felt, heavy duty linen and cotton, removable covers.
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#textiledesign #patchwork #windowseat #windowseatcushion #colourfulhome
Part 2. I took a little creative break back in November, decided to not worry about the looming festive period deadlines and went to three countries in 10 days to soak up architecture, design, food and visit friends.
Colour, texture, design & light in Amsterdam. Highlights include visiting @droogamsterdam and the Amsterdam light festival and the immersive installations at Moco Museum
I took a little creative break back in November, decided to not worry about the looming festive period deadlines and went to three countries in 10 days to soak up architecture, design, food and visit friends.
Condensing this into 20 slides is almost impossible but here are a few from Prague & Nuremberg including:
Poster from the Czech Cubism exhibition at the House of the Black Madonna - a Cubist building and former department store completed in 1912 which now houses examples of the Cubist style that extends across fine art, furniture and interior design, applied art and architecture. The cafe downstairs also did amazing breakfast.
Incredible glass panels at the Museum of Decorative Arts Prague
The dreamy Art Deco interior at the Cafe Imperial where every surface is covered in white and honey coloured tiles. Seemed rude not to order some honey cake to match.
From one hotel to another with the now very timely installation - Grand Hotel Parr at the Neues Museum Nuremberg - where you can take a tour through various staged rooms of the hotel and explore over 200 of the artists photo books
Installations and collections from Double Up! at the Neues Museum
Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt & pals
A nice little festive throwback to 2020 when the aspirations vs the realities of a Covid Christmas varied somewhat 🫣😅. So don’t miss out on dressing your table this year- FINAL CALL FOR XMAS ORDERS today! I will post out tomorrow FRIDAY 19th December. 👇🏻
Much love and Merry Christmas!
/shop/FunMakesGood
Our new ‘In your dreams’ quilt is currently hung on display at the City Art Centre in Edinburgh as part of Harvest by @craftscotland . Curated by @stacey___hunter the new living showroom and multi-disciplinary selling exhibition will immerse audiences in the work of 80 Scotland-based makers, complemented by a rich programme of workshops and events.
Once you’ve visited and seen our new work in a curated domestic setting (think contemporary loft apartment) you can then pop over the road to @wahaca see our work in a full scale hospitality environment.
Working both big and small scale, from table linens and napkins to bespoke curtains and wall hangings we can create unique textiles pieces for any space.
So why not make a day of it!
Location: City Art Centre, Edinburgh
Dates: 10am-4pm, 11 – 19 Oct 2025.
Admission: Free
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#scottishcraft #textiledesign #bespoketextiles #appliqué #quiltsofinstgram #quilting #contemporarypatchwork
Excited to be serving up something new at Harvest - Our ‘Dream dinner’ appliqué linen napkins. Mix and match to bring colour and fun to the table at breakfast, lunch or dinner!
HARVEST: Contemporary Craft Fair is coming to Edinburgh’s City Art Centre 11 – 19 Oct 2025. Presented by @craftscotland and curated by @stacey___hunter , the Fair will immerse audiences in the work of Scotland-based makers, complemented by a rich programme of workshops and events.
#napkin #setthetable #interiortextiles #tablelinen #applique #textiledesign #madeinscotland
Studio snippets of new pieces in the making for Harvest.
HARVEST: Contemporary Craft Fair is coming to Edinburgh’s City Art Centre 11 – 19 Oct 2025. Presented by @craftscotland and curated by @stacey___hunter the Fair will immerse audiences in the work of Scotland-based makers, complemented by a rich programme of workshops and events.
This is going to be such a good show with over 80 selected makers from across Scotland showcased under one roof and I’m excited to be creating new pieces especially for Harvest.
HARVEST: Contemporary Craft Fair is coming to Edinburgh’s City Art Centre 11 – 19 Oct 2025. Presented by @craftscotland and curated by @stacey___hunter , the Fair will immerse audiences in the work of Scotland based makers, complemented by a rich programme of workshops and events.
