SPACE TO CREATE :: Jacqui Fink | Little Dandelion

This week’s installment of Space to Create takes us into the Alice in Wonderland world of Jacqui Fink who handcrafts chunky throws on knitting needles almost as big as she is. Working under the name Little Dandelion Jacqui has created a niche for herself with incredible one of a kind knitted textiles made from the softest unspun pure wool and linen. I’m really happy to be able to give you a peek into Jacqui’s world – I’ve been swooning over the photos of Jacqui’s creations and really enjoyed finding out about her unusual journey to her creative career.

Meet Jacqui…

Jacqui Fink main portrait via the red thread

Little Dandelion via the red thread

Little Dandelion bi colour via the red thread

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Posted on May 15, 2013

LOVING :: Naomi Paul

With a focus on traditional handcrafted techniques and sustainable design Naomi Paul‘s creations have been winning accolades and fans since launching in 2011. Naomi won ‘Young Designer 2012’ Homes & Gardens magazine and selected by Kevin McCloud of Grand Designs as one of his 10 Green Heroes of 2012.

I love the grouping of the oversized crochet pendant lights in the first image: they’re playful and simple, and at the same time sculptural and dramatic.

Naomi Paul Gluck lights via the red thread Naomi Paul lights via the red thread

The aptly named macaroons are available in a range of delicious colours. How sweet is the scalloped edge?

Naomi Paul Macrons via the red thread Naomi Paul crochet lights via the red thread

Sustainability is key to London-based Naomi Paul‘s designs – materials include textiles sourced from industry offcuts and products are flat packed in responsible packaging. Her beautiful objects celebrate good design, traditional craft and sustainability. Perfect in my book.

 

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Posted on April 8, 2013

INSPIRATION :: Lu Summers quilts

Modern quilting is such an inspiration in terms of pattern, design and colour, and Lu Summers‘ improvised creations are wonderful examples. I love the idea of making an improvised quilt – the thought of making the same block (or similar ones) over and over again is sometimes what puts me off quilting. This abstract, design-as-you-go method would be a lot of fun.

Lu Summers quilt progress 1 via the red thread

 

The block in first image was the starting point for the quilt below. You can see the block in the top right corner of the finished quilt. Lu Summers finished quilt via the red thread

Lu Summers close up via the red thread

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Posted on April 2, 2013

SNEAK PEEK :: My new fabric range

I’m so excited to tell you that I designed my first (of many I hope) range of quilting weight fabrics. The range is for Robert Kaufman and consists of 6 designs in a few colourways which will be launched at the International Quilt Market in Portland in May… here’s a little teaser…

the red thread fabric sneak peek

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Posted on March 6, 2013

Loving :: Distinctive Textiles for Home

I enjoy changing things around at home, and one of the easiest ways is with lovely textiles. Swapping out a few cushions, hanging vibrant tea towels in the kitchen, or new pillowcases and a throw on the bed can have a big impact on the look and feel of a space. By keeping a basic or neutral colour palette in rooms then adding and subtracting distinctive textiles I can change things up when the mood takes me (which seems to be quite regularly). With this in mind I’m always on the look out for new finds, or I’m busy at my sewing machine! These are a few that have caught my eye recently.

See something you fancy?

Bonnie and Neil  //  Kip & Co  //  Hay  // Imogen Heath

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Posted on November 12, 2012

LOVING :: Nancybird

Have you taken a look at the lovely offerings from Melbourne based accessories label Nancybird lately? Made from beautiful leathers and natural materials, the  Nancybird range has a very of-the-moment feel with it’s quirky graphics and distinctive colour palette. So many things to love.

 

If you’re a fan of Offspring you will have noticed Nina accessorising with  Nancybird wallets and bags, and with Patrick under her Nancybird bed linen.

 

All images: Nancybird.

 

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Posted on September 25, 2012