Textile Artist
Creator of Fine Fabrics
As a post graduate, Fiona studied Hand-loom Weaving, Spinning and Dyeing at Bradford University in 1988, and since then has been running workshops, demonstrating and giving talks about various aspects of textiles.
EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS
Fiona is an agent for Ashford Spinning and Weaving equipment
TUITION
Fiona is so enthusiastic about textiles and fibres that she likes to pass on her enthusiasm and knowledge to others. She believes passionately that anybody, whatever age or ability can benefit from and appreciate being in some way involved with textiles.
Tuition is offered in a variety of ways:
- Students of all ages can be taught either individually or in small groups, in her own home or in yours.
- Talks, demonstrations and lectures to groups and schools can be arranged.
Subjects offered:
- Spinning
- Weaving
- Dyeing with Natural Dyes
- Dyeing with Synthetic Dyes
- Silk Paper Fabrics
- Felted Fabrics
Fiona enjoys dyeing with both natural
and synthetic dyes, being skilled in a variety of techniques which give wonderful and exciting effects.
Commissions include such items as scarves, table mats, tray cloths, rugs, cushion covers, wall hangings etc.
If you would like to visit Fiona please give her a call to arrange a visit. Alternatively, if you would like to buy a piece of her work she will send you photographs.