The tenth edition of London Craft Week opened today and is running until 19 May 2024, offering an abundance of workshops, exhibitions and talks that are perfect for anyone with an interest in design and crafts. In this article we’ve selected six events that rug and textile lovers should not miss.
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‘The Magical World of Marbling’, Knots Rugs
Nat Mak celebrates the launch of her book, Marbling- Learn in a Weekend, and her collaboration with Knots Rugs with a demonstration of her techniques at the Knots Rugs showroom on 14 May. Knots Rugs will also be showcasing its collection of seven wool and silk hand-knotted rugs, translations of the original artwork created from paper marbling.
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The Craft Show brings together a display of fabric art, along with lively workshops and discussions right in the center of the gallery. Featuring both well-known and up-and-coming fabric artists and creators, the exhibition delves into the idea of making stories and structures through fabric. The exhibit covers a wide range of fabric techniques, from printing and knitting to weaving and stitching. It highlights the creations of twenty skilled fabric artists and creators who focus on telling stories with their work, using craft objects, floral arrangements, and creative exhibit setups to explore what’s happening in the world of fabric art.
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(Un)common Threads, Design East
DESIGNEAST introduces the third installment of (Un)common Threads, an exhibition showcasing textile artworks by artists and designers hailing from the Global South. This exhibition investigates how textiles have a special ability to convey subtle aspects of identity, culture, and surroundings. Using diverse materials like unconventional fibres, organic elements, and traditional weaving techniques, each artwork narrates the artist’s perspective and explores the myriad ways in which life, community, and values intertwine into a single moment.
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Taking inspiration from the stunning Carrara marble and the masterful craftsmanship seen in the renowned Queen Victoria memorial statue, Tai Ping has designed a wall hanging showcasing an abstract interpretation of the intricate folds and carvings found in these elements.
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Patagonia Rug Showcase, Riviere
Showcased at the Riviere show room is ‘Patagonia’, a joint rug collection with O&A London, inspired by the distinctive and wild beauty of the Patagonian scenery.
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To mark London Craft Week, Woven Place welcomes visitors as it inaugurates its presence in London’s esteemed design district. From 6pm on 15 May, guests can explore a carefully curated array of exceptional rugs sourced from their renowned collection of vintage and antique pieces, as well as selections from their in-house Studio Woven collection.
