Sophie Manners
MA work
MA work
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Untitled, Sophie Manners
Silk, horsehair and viscose raffia
My work explores traditional weaving techniques such as velvet, fil coupé, leno and basket-weaving and twists them in new directions. This collection is inspired by the textures, colours and silhouettes of fur and hair, and uses unusual and tactile combinations of materials to push the boundaries of the techniques, achieving an innovative and intriguing collection of fabrics designed for high-end womenswear. Focusing on hand-woven fabrics, the collection also contains Jaquard samples that complement the hand-worked techniques. I am driven by the endless possibilities for innovation that exist within the craft of weaving.
Info
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MA Degree
School
School of Design
Programme
MA Textiles, 2012
Specialism
Woven Textiles
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Contact
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+44 (0)7761 352 368
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My work explores traditional weaving techniques such as velvet, fil coupé, leno and basket-weaving and twists them in new directions. This collection is inspired by the textures, colours and silhouettes of fur and hair, and uses unusual and tactile combinations of materials to push the boundaries of the techniques, achieving an innovative and intriguing collection of fabrics designed for high-end womenswear. Focusing on hand-woven fabrics, the collection also contains Jaquard samples that complement the hand-worked techniques. I am driven by the endless possibilities for innovation that exist within the craft of weaving.
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Degrees
- BA Hons, Textiles, Chelsea College of Art & Design, 2010
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Experience
- Internship, Celine, 2009; Internship, Marvic Textiles, 2008-10; Internship, Paul Smith, 2007; Textile design, Claudia Catzeflis, 2010-12
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Awards
- Second, Worshipful Company of Haberdashers Bursary, 2012; Runner-up, IFF Future Beauty Competition, 2012