CRAFTING THE CUMBRIAN PALETTE

‘Crafting the Cumbrian Palette’ explores the playful combination of materials and colours that are associated with the Lake District’s Landscapes. My theme translates weave, UV print, laser cut, crochet and knit into a collection for an interior hotel space, using British wool, slate and wood. My concept was to capture the essence of the Lake District through hand-crafted textiles, highlighting its value and how its inclusion in interior spaces creates a fun and thoughtful atmosphere. I wanted to be playful and experimental with my material combination as I enjoy combining hard and soft surfaces, this is because I enjoy the contrasting connection between constructed pieces and tactile Textiles. I focused on materials that are linked to the area, such as slate, wood and yarn.

This project won The Batsford Prize for Applied Art and Textiles 2025.