Upward Spiral

Knitwear, as a discipline, presents an unrestrained and mouldable opportunity for texture and shape that knitted fabrics present to a designer. I am particularly interested in the preservation and appreciation of traditional textiles and garments (both knitted and woven) and knitting techniques and am inspired by heritage crafts and their related communities. My interests and strengths in knitwear design relate to material quality and the technical process of creating fabrics and garment construction. Being involved in every stage of an object's creation is incredibly rewarding and fulfils my interest in handcrafts and understanding a textile's social value. Strong contextual research is incredibly important to my practise, as it forms a crucial reference to a project's progression. Having a realised idea to refer back to when designing is an essential resource to ensure all aspects of the project explore the topic thoroughly.