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US signature cloths

This on going project is an investigation of stitched signature cloths, exploring their development in the 19th Century as funder-raisers, record of community and friendship, to their relevance and significance today. It stems from research in 2010 investigating signature quilts in the collection of International Quilt Study Center in Nebraska.

My intention is over the next  three to five years to work with different groups to investigate, explore and document their responses. This could range from high schools, refugee organisations, to local community health projects. Running in tandem with this will be my own cloths, a personal exploration of identity and belonging.

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Investigating and documenting these early cloths will not only  inform the new collaborations but help to shed light on this unique form of social history. All the journeys I have relished,  amassing a wonderful store of images and sketchbook ideas related to the  stitched cloths and stories associated with their making.

Published: 12th April 2012
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Remembering Emily

This is a signature cloth to mark the centenary of the death of Emily Wilding Davison at the Epsom Derby in June 1913 and raise awareness of her and the suffragette movement. It is part of the www.100deeds.co.uk where people are asked to add their deed about gender equality today.

Published: 12th May 2013
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Spring 2013

On of my kantha pieces has recently been acquired by the Denver Museum of Art for their new textile gallery.

Published: 11th May 2013
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The Art of Hepworth

Working on the Art of Hepworth project, over the last six months, a collaboration with poet Shamshad Khan and a group of women in the Falinge area of Rochdale is so interesting. As ever the catalyst is a creative collaboration, but the outcomes in terms of discussions and sharing are so varied and wonderful.

Published: 11th May 2013
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Rainbow Haven

There are over 60 signatures and names sewn onto the cloth, all varied in composition and design, reflecting the mix of participants. Countries range from China, Libya, Eritrea and the Czech Republic.

Published: 28th April 2013
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Rochdale

The plans for the collaborative project in Rochdale are progressing well. It is nice to work as part of a team for a change, not only sharing ideas, but expertise and skills too.

Published: 27th April 2013
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