Grace Arrowsmith
Textiles
My project ‘Flock’ highlights the beauty and versatility of British Wool
Final year project
Flock
'Love Ewe'
Sample made from Carded Mule wool with digitally embroidered applique hearts inspired by 18th and 19th-century farmers' smocks.
My flock
Where my wool has come from- our flock of Jacob, Welsh Mountain and Hebridean ewes.
Flock Patchwork
Digitally embroidered patchwork made from recycled wool blankets, denim and naturally dyed cotton. Inspired by 18th and 19th-century smocks.
Flock Print
Digital Print on fino woven wool inspired by 19th and 18th-century smocks.
Experimental Wool Sample
Digital embroidery sample using carded Masham wool, showing that wool can be lightweight and delicate.
Fringing Wool Sample
Digitally embroidered felted Suffolk wool with Masham wool fringing.
'Isle of Bute'
Print inspired by the landscape of the Isle of Bute, where my ancestors farmed 3 generations ago.
Raw Wool Sample
Jacob raw wool sample with digital embroidery, I wanted to experiment with wool's natural texture and interesting relief when digital embroidery is added.
Grace Arrowsmith
Final year project
Flock
Awards
Milliken Carpet Tile Design Competition - Commendation
Work Experience
G.M.A. BEADS
I started my own jewellery business G.M.A. Beads whilst at university, seeing a gap in the market; I recycle beads and pearls from pre-worn jewellery and create my own bespoke pieces. Originally selling on Instagram, I have now designed a website, I’ve learnt so much from creating my business: Spotting trends in Jewellery, marketing my products, creating new designs, building my Instagram account and photographing products professionally.