The Textile Hoarder

I am not sure where this passion even came from. It is recent. The last four years even. If there is one thing I can not resist;  it is dreamy, gorgeous, beautiful, lovely textiles.  I just love fabrics. My infatuation has grown considerably since I started my own design label. Then again, I guess I started my design label because I already had a penchant for fabrics.   

We end up like our Mother

I remember my Oma's garage was turned into a craft storage space. As a kid, this shed looked huge, piled with neatly stacked fabrics and ordered book cases storing a wonderland of bits and bobs in carefully labelled boxes. The memories of the odd occasions I was allowed to enter this shed have always stuck with me.  My mother loved fabric too and was a crafty sewer herself. It was not until my thirties I discovered I shared this love too. 

 

Amour with vintage

I never buy brand new fabric, my thing is vintage, retro and old beautiful prints. I go through phases of styles and colours, with a particular love for bold vibrant prints, florals and humble neutrals. I love the tactile nature of fabric, the smell of ironing pure wool and the soft lustre of silk. 

  

Infinity

Over the years, my signature style, a modern take on traditional patchwork has evolved. One of my favourite things to make is infinity scarves. It is one large continual loop of lined fabric, that can be worn as a double or triple loop. Each individual scarf can be twisted around to share a kaleidoscopic of colours and create different looks.   

There is a certain harmony and balance to achieve with mixing pattern and texture.

Each scarve uses four metres of fabric and is a fascinating mix of weaves, prints and textures. I love to be innovative with  fabric combinations, spending a great deal of time hunting for the perfect unexpected match.

On average each Infinity Scarf features between 8 – 12 different fabric panels.   

My studio is my wonderland.   

In the past few years, I have amassed an impressive collection of fabric that crosses many decades in styles and design. 

I can get lost here for hours, selecting fabric combinations. 

There is always one or two unexpected panels in each scarf. A piece of fabric that is a non-conventional match but manages to pull the entire colour palette together and jump out at you. 

This is my art and I LOVE it!

Until next time, 

xx Isabella