Balls of wool are scattered about a white table with three women sat around. They are weaving tapestry squares and each focusing intensely.

A Textile Assembly

Craft Show

13 May 24 – 19 May 24

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Staffordshire St presents A Textile Assembly, curated by Craft Show: an exhibition of textiles and textile art opening as a part of London Craft Week’s official schedule. Showcasing the work of both celebrated and emerging makers the exhibition will explore textile construction and the personal stories woven into their very fabric.


OPENING EVENT: 16 May 2024 | 6 – 9pm

TICKETS: Free

VISIT: ​13 - 19 May 2024 | 12-6pm


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The act of making will be at the heart of the space, with a programme of hands-on workshops, drawing inspiration from the exhibition itself. From natural dye and embroidery to yarn art and quilting, the exhibition will be alive with the hum of conversations and craftspeople sharing their skills.

Exhibiting artists: Alice Burnhope, Caitlin Hinshelwood, Danielle Green, Deborah Manson, Ferren Gipson, House of Quinn, Jacob Monk, Johanna Tagada Hoffbeck, Kimberley Cookey-Gam, Leily Mojdehi, Louisa Loakes, Merissa Hylton, Pamela Abad, Poppy Fuller Abbott, Samantha Russell , Sarabi Hawke, Tessa Silva, Tom Collison, Vicky Cowin, Woo Jin Joo

EVENTS:

Craft Class: Bring Your Baby | workshop

The curators of A Textile Assembly will invite you to a baby-friendly drop in workshop.

14 MAY 2024 | 10AM – 12PM | FREE

​Late Opening | workshop

Celebrate A Textile Assembly along with many of the makers, friends and family.

​16 MAY 2024 | 6 – 9PM | FREE

Patch, Stitch, Sample | workshop

The curators of A Textile Assembly will lead an playful workshop looking exploring textile construction and techniques, to carry on at home. Chloe Phelps and Rachael Pilston from Craft Show will share insights into their practices and help you assemble a small textile sample of your own.

17 MAY 2024 | 10.30AM - 1.30PM | FREE

Knitting with Imogen Denton | workshop

Gain insight into the creative process of knitwear designer Imogen Denton. You will also have the opportunity to knit an Imogen Denton piece in the workshop and discuss knitting-related questions or projects. ​

​18 MAY 2024 | 11AM - 3.30PM | FREE

Introduction to Tatreez Embroidery | workshop

The Tatreez Collective will take you through the significance and history of Palestinian Tatreez embroidery, as they teach how to stitch a traditional motif. As you stitch, they will serve Palestinian sage tea and traditional sweets. All materials are provided, and you’ll take home your embroidered piece.

19 MAY 2024 | 11AM - 1PM | FREE

Press Release

A woman with dark shaved hair is sat on a gallery floor in front of two artworks, both neutral colours. The work on the left is a cream square framed on the wall with dotted patterns inside. The piece on the right is two pieces of light coloured fabric hanging off a brown stick with a brown chain coming down to the ground.