Studio 21 toured its award winning exhibition The Sewing Machine Project: a contemporary view of the ‘Iron Needlewoman’ to each of 2017’s Knitting and Stitching Shows: Alexandra Palace 11th – 15th October, Dublin 9th – 12th November and Harrogate 23rd – 26th November. It is always interesting to show work to others and watch and […]
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Studio 21 is pleased to announce that this exhibition has been awarded the prestigious Hartlebury Award for 2016. Presented annually during the Select Festival. The awarding judges said : The Sewing Machine Project showed an eclectic mix of work from wrapped up de-constructed sewing machines, fascinating insights into the piece work machinists, to beautifully machined fabrics.
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A Contemporary View of the Iron Needlewoman This well-researched exhibition explores all aspects of the sewing machine. Projects range from sewing machine mechanics, decoration and operation to personal and social histories. Each member of Studio 21 has produced a comprehensive body of work that reflects their personal interest in this transformational machine. You can see
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The Iron Needlewomen (Click here to return to overview of the project) Susan Chapman Repetition – Cogs – Stitch Most of the pieces taken from the destruction of our sewing machine were cogs and wheels, screws, bolts and rivets. I use my machines in my work and enjoy the rhythm of the repetition of the
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Most of us were students of Jan Beaney and Jean Littlejohn and there is nothing more satisfying than receiving their praise as we did at South Hill Park: We could not be more proud – A great idea that has evoked thoughtful and impressive work. Well done. Jean (Littlejohn). So agree with Jean’s statement –
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