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Some academic writingRead MoreMay 23, 2020
This week two interesting articles have come in from friends in academia.
Kimono: Kyoto to CatwalkRead MoreApril 18, 2020
London's Victoria and Albert Museum is currently hosting an exhibition of Kimono.
The Silk Mill, DerbyRead MoreApril 4, 2020
The first fully mechanised factory in the world was a silk mill in Derby. Now we can tour the spaces in the building virtually!
Article of the week - Number FourRead MoreFebruary 29, 2020
Each week the blog presents a different article from the collection in the studio. This week, a woven whirlpool...
Secrets of the MuseumRead MoreFebruary 15, 2020
A new series began last week on BBC television. Secrets of the Museum is a behind-the-scenes look at London's Victoria and Albert Museum.
Article of the week - Number TwoRead MoreFebruary 15, 2020
Each week the blog will feature an item from the collection in the studio. This time, the work of Barbara Brown.
The Elegant ManRead MoreOctober 26, 2019
Fashion has never been just for women.
A trip to LondonRead MoreOctober 26, 2019
A short week in London is always good for inspiration and ideas...
Weavers at AdiesRead MoreSeptember 14, 2019
The charity shops in Lerwick can always be counted on to provide something new and wonderful.
Late summer in ShetlandRead MoreAugust 3, 2019
It is a little while since we shared some pics of the islands. This year the summer colours are absolutely brilliant, in all senses of the word.