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Green Man Quilts

green man quilts

It had been strongly suggested at school that I didn’t continue with the sewing classes, after I cut my skirt along the fold line of the pattern, made a pigs ear of the french seams in the nightie and did who knows what damage to the domestic science apron (all we had to do was hem it and chain stitch our initials!). Those were the 3 projects for that year! Dismal! But I went home, told Auntie Mary about it and in a weekend she taught me more than I had learnt in the whole year. And inspired me to create things of beauty! I entered – and got first prize in the dressmaking competition at school the next year! My initial interest in quilts came from the Laura Ashley patchwork packs from the 1970s and 80s. Laura Ashley fed my passion for colour by selling me various bags of fabric – off-cuts, pre-cut hexagons – the lot, and with these I started my journey into quilt making. As a primary school teacher in the 80s I ran quilting clubs and worked with the children to create items for school fetes and the like. At this time I was a teacher member of the Quilters’ Guild and supported the Young Quilters team with a variety of workshops. I am no longer involved with Young Quilters though I have maintained my involvement with the Guild, serving as Festival of Quilts Officer from 2016 until 2021 and as a Trustee from 2021. I began to make quilts seriously in 1995 after I first attended a workshop taught by Judith Wilson in St Albans. Following this super introduction, I attended a number of courses taught by Judith over the next few years. I then successfully completed the City & Guilds Certificate in Craft and Design (Patchwork & Quilting) at Missenden Abbey taught by Barbara Weeks and, after a few years break, the City & Guilds Diploma in Craft and Design (Patchwork & Quilting) at Missenden Abbey taught by Janice Gunner. I have been influenced by the quilts exhibited at The American Museum, Bath and the V&A; and by many different quilters, a few of whom are referenced in my blog. My inspiration comes from the natural world, folk traditions, story and music and I am particularly drawn to Modern and Improv quilting. This adventure in craft and design, through quiltmaking, has led both directly and indirectly to some of the pieces on this website…. take a peek!

London School Of Trends

london school of trends

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London

London School of Trends is a premier institution offering its knowledge and catering to the needs of talented minds for over two decades. The founder, Dhananjay Somra, is a fashion entrepreneur who has built his brand with the vision that art has infinite possibilities. There is no set formula for any individual. Every individual has an artistic journey and narrative. Furthermore, here at LST, we guide them to achieve their fullest potential. With rich industry knowledge and experience and aworld-class faculty, we are proud to have moulded minds that have become leading names in the fashion industry. LST has spread its wings with unique collaborations and offerings across the globe, allowing students to learn from short courses in London in Fashion & design to varied online courses across the world. The teaching methodology amplifies student-teacher interaction with project-based assignments and hands-on practical training. The school propounds a symbiotic environment where students are encouraged to think freely and explore innumerable possibilities to create art in their field of choice. The students are given an experiential curriculum, and introspection of how the industry works at the west, equipping them for the real world of the fashion and design industry. LST also creates a one of a kind opportunity where students and fashion enthusiasts can witness fashion weeks at the Fashion Hot Spots of the world; New York, London, Milan and Paris. The first fashion school to ever pioneer and create a curated experience for their students and fashion enthusiasts across the world to be able to witness the avalanche of fashions' best. LST works closely with institutions globally. LST has a unique foreign outreach program designed with special care to reach out to candidates across the globe and ensure that they get the best industry training that a city like London can offer with the most cost-effective fee structure. Students that sign up with LST are given a world-class experience in the Fashion capital with the best teachers and accommodation. We encourage an atmosphere for students to grow and reach their full potential and have specially curated programs to suit their educational need with a stable curriculum to help them understand the colourful, vibrant fashion culture of the capital. Without further ado, join us at LST and answer your calling. Be an Artist!