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Hawthorne & Heaney: Lord Justice Nugee Covid Style Icon

February 4, 2021 by Natasha Searls-Punter

Hawthorne & Heaney: Lord Justice Nugee Covid Style Icon London Hand Embroidery

It would seem that our recent project for Lord Justice Nugee has caught the imagination of the public as we find ourselves in a flurry of interest in the project and piece. We have found ourselves published and quoted in a variety of sources such as ‘The Times Diary’ , Scottish Legal News and ‘Legal Cheek’.

Hawthorne & Heaney: Lord Justice Nugee Covid Style Icon London Hand Embroidery

Hawthorne & Heaney: Lord Justice Nugee Covid Style Icon London Hand EmbroideryThis was a really fun and inventive project for us to work on and we are delighted that some many people seem to appreciate the work that went into it. If you fancy seeing more about the making of this project you can watch a video about its creation on our sister companies youtube channel.

Hawthorne & Heaney: Lord Justice Nugee Covid Style Icon London Hand EmbroideryIf you would like to get in touch with us about your own, similar project, let us know and we can see what we can make for you too- info@embroidery.london

Filed Under: Art, ceremonial, Embroidery, Fashion, London, Tailoring Tagged With: embroidery, judge, laywers, legal cheek, machine embroidery, mask, ned donovan, the times, twitter

Hawthorne & Heaney on Wedding Invites

September 25, 2020 by Natasha Searls-Punter

Hawthorne & Heaney on Wedding Invites London Hand Embroidery

Quite a few months ago, we were working on this really fun project that got us yearning for the summer when it was still a bit grey.

Hawthorne & Heaney on Wedding Invites London Hand Embroidery

With it’s bright colours and quirky design, these have to be about the coolest wedding invites on the block. We were tasked with adding the stitching to the edges of these postcards in a thick, bright pink thread.

Hawthorne & Heaney on Wedding Invites London Hand Embroidery

We would be chuffed to get one of these through the post, I’m sure you would agree.

Hawthorne & Heaney on Wedding Invites London Hand EmbroiderySo if you are planning now for a smaller, more personal feel to your invitations, why not consider having us help you with your own stitching style touches?

Filed Under: Art, Embroidery, London Tagged With: bespoke, bespoke embroidery, custom, design, edge stitching, embellishment, embroidery, hand embroidery, hawthorne and heaney stitching, invitations, machine, machine embroidery, personal, personal touches, personalisation, pink, postcards, stitching, wedding, wedding invite

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020

July 22, 2020 by Natasha Searls-Punter

This year thus far, it can definitely be said to have been an unusual one at the least but some things must remain and the show go on. This year’s textile graduates may not have had their usual physical showcase of their works but they have worked very hard and will be graduating none the less. 

We at Hawthorne and Heaney are very proud to have these young people choose to spend some of their industry experience time with us, and after working with them in the studio for some months it is wonderful to see how their work has grown and progressed since we saw it last. Therefore it is out pleasure to bring you this year’s graduates from the Hawthorne and Heaney intern community:

Kiah Nicole Fisher– Loughborough University- Textiles: Innovation and Design

Luminescence: ”This project is based on the scientific theory of the existence of other dimensional/parallel universes and visualising the journey one might take to enter another dimension. Parallel universes have been a scientific theory studied by many physicists and mathematicians throughout the centuries, including Plato who’s Cave allegory seems to imply that our three dimensional world is but a projection of an even higher dimensional reality. I was initially inspired by the story of Alice in Wonderland, when Alice falls into the rabbit hole. Mathematician and writer Lewis Carroll was able to visualise the idea of connecting multiple universes through the possibility of wormholes within this children’s book.

Taking inspiration from science fiction movies and series that attempted to visualise inter-dimensional travel through hyperspace with flashing lights, such as 2001: A Space Odyssey, I mainly used photography to create original imagery that attempted to capture light in different states such as refraction, emission, and much more.

With this imagery, I was able to create a print design collection for a menswear/unisex utilitarian style collection. This collection would be an accessible fashion collection for those inner nerds who have a love for science fiction but don’t necessarily want to indulge in the fantasy of costume. This collection allows people to express their passion for science fiction, while making it fashionable and wearable.”

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

 

 

Laura Hill– Loughborough University- Textiles: Innovation and Design

Conscious Coastlines: ”Uses organic cotton, organic linen, recycled fibres, and yarn leftover from previous projects that would otherwise go to waste.
All synthetic dyes used contain no animal ingredients and were chosen based on their minimal levels of toxicity to the environment.

My final major project explores the creation of a “conscious” collection of textiles for the everyday interior environment and the everyday consumer. The theme is inspired by the natural beauty of all elements British coastlines. In the context of the project, “conscious” means that no animal products have been used in any stage of production, and so it can be regarded as a vegan collection. “Conscious” also refers to the choices to use more sustainable fibres and less toxic dyes.

Within my work I am a fast learner, observant, and methodical in my process. My strengths include a good understanding and use of colour, and the way in which I successfully translate a design from drawing to fabric. In my future career I aim to promote cruelty-free and sustainable practises within the textiles industry, and hope to work for a company whose values on these topics align with my own.”

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

Fading Waves

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

 

 

Amy Pickard– Huddersfield University- Costume with Textiles

”This year, I chose the construction with textiles pathway, specialising in embroidery. For my Final Major Project, I selected ‘Awakened’, a modern-day YA vampyre novel by P.C. & Kristin Cast. I’ve created the costume for Queen Sgiach, a powerful feminist and Scottish vampyre Warrior, who resides on the Isle of Skye. This directly inspired the colours, textures and motifs in her portrayal. Creating for a simulcast theatre performance allowed for detailed textiles, goldwork and beading, alongside bold digital embroidery to be explored throughout the project. Sustainability has been the key ethos surrounding my project/ practice this year. I sourced second-hand fabrics and accessories, used surplus or handmade embellishments, e.g. homemade sequins, and minimised waste when creating my costume and textiles collection. Similarly, I used only viscose instead of traditional polyester threads. For these, Madeira UK granted me a student sponsorship. Through this project, I have progressed my passion for embroidery and construction, predominantly corsetry. I also explored my interests with the following companies through a placement year: Oxfam Online Shop; The Alhambra Theatre; Hawthorne and Heaney; Hand & Lock. Additionally, I started my own business to fund my London placements; I am developing this further after graduation.”

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

 

 

Jessica Strain– Loughborough University- Textiles: Innovation and Design

Nature Reclaiming Spaces:  ”Jessica’s graduate collection Nature Reclaiming Spaces, focuses on fusing the best of what modern machinery has to offer with specialist hand led embroidery and lacemaking techniques. Passion for manual processes can be seen throughout Jessica’s work; double exposure film photography, shuttle tatting and limerick lace were driving processes for this project.

Sustainability is at the heart of Jessica’s design process; she experimented with natural dyeing at home and spent hundreds of hours embroidering her pieces by hand. This intensive and considered approach to design is something she will take forward in her career. She aspires to continue creating work in a studio environment, honing her embroidery skills through future projects.”

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand EmbroideryHawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

 

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

 

 

 

Abigail Tominey- Smith – Nottingham Trent University- Textiles

The Feel Good Feminine: ”Bringing together beautiful feminine florals and powerful text to represent strong women of the 21st century. Powerful words to showcase powerful women, to contrast with, and highlight their femininity. Created to inspire positive well-being and to improve the mental health of women through promotion of empowering words. Adding an additional level of meaning and a personal aspect to each design, producing a garment with emotional durability. Designing a luxurious and individual collection for a high-end bespoke womenswear market, personalised with text. Incorporating a calm and delicate colour palette on a range of sophisticated fabrics with mix of digital and hand embellished elements.”

Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery Hawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand EmbroideryHawthorne & Heaney Presents Graduating Class of 2020 London Hand Embroidery

I’m sure that has left you feeling quite inspired by these designers, we can’t wait to see what comes next for them as they embark on their careers. 

Filed Under: Art, Embroidery, Embroidery, Fashion, London Tagged With: 2020, abi tominey smith, amy pickard, community, costume, costume design, embellishment, embroiderers, embroidery, grad, graduates, huddersfield, intern, jessica strain, kiah nicole fisher, laura hill, loughborough, nottingham trent, print, textiles, university

Hawthorne & Heaney for Eva Habecka

June 18, 2020 by Natasha Searls-Punter

Hawthorne & Heaney for Eva Habecka London Hand EmbroideryDesign by Eva Hebecka Napier, Embroidery and Image Hawthorne & Heaney

Another up and coming designer we have been working for recently is the lovely Eva Hebecka Napier. We worked with this BA fashion Design student from Kingston University on her graduate collection as she has a piece which she wanted to add some extra detail to in the form of embroidery which would refect her syrian ancestry as one of the themes of her project.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Eva Habecka London Hand EmbroideryDesign by Eva Hebecka Napier, Embroidery and Image Hawthorne & Heaney

This is the piece from her design we went on to produce for her.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Eva Habecka London Hand Embroidery Image by Eva Hebecka Napier

And the beautiful coat onto which it has now found its home.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Eva Habecka London Hand Embroidery Image by Eva Hebecka Napier

If you would like to see more from Eva and the other pieces from her collection, find her on instagram  or her website

Images courtsey of @evahebecka unless otherwise stated.

Filed Under: Art, Embroidery, Fashion Tagged With: Designer, embellishment, embroidery, eva hebecka napier, graduate, kingston university, machine embroidery, syrian ancestry

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain

June 12, 2020 by Natasha Searls-Punter

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryWork In Progress back in April 2020 (design by Jessica Strain, Image from H&H)

Some good news to share with you! During the lockdown period we were presented with the opportunity to spread some positivity and sponsor one of our freelance embroiderers with their graduate collection. Like many people when Covid lockdown began, Jessica Strain was stopped in her tracks from following through with her many months of planning when it came to producing her BA textiles Textiles graduate collection.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryWork In Progress back in April 2020 (design by Jessica Strain, Image from H&H)

As a former intern of ours, she approached us to see if we could help with access to the machinery she could no longer use in the workrooms at uni. And so our sponsorship of Jessica’s collection began, making the small missing step in her production chain by realising her designs onto the final pieces. It was also wonderful for us to see her utilise some of the hand embroidery skills she learned during her time with us and weave them into her collection; such as tambour beading and limerick lace.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryHand Embroidered Limerick Lace by Jessica Strain

That collection, ‘Nature Reclaiming Spaces’ is now out as she has finished her course and the results are just beautiful. Have a read of the press release below for a flavour of the themes she explores through her textile collection. However, the images, as I’m sure you will agree, speak for themselves.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryWork In Progress, Machine Embroidery (design by Jessica Strain, Image from H&H)

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryWork In Progress, Machine and Hand Embroidery (by Jessica Strain)

 

Jessica Strain has created an embroidery collection exploring how mother nature infiltrates all things man-made, whether that’s rust on a metal post or weeds growing through cracks of buildings, beauty can be found in the ordinary.

Combining traditional embroidery techniques with contemporary machine-led processes is at the heart of Jessica’s practice. Jessica began her collection by taking a roll of manually double-exposed film photographs on a 35mm camera. To develop her love of hand-led processes, it was only natural for Jessica to employ embroidery techniques such as tambour beading, limerick lace and shuttle tatting (a form of lacemaking) within the collection.

Sustainability is integral to Jessica’s design process; embroidery techniques lend themselves well to sustainable textiles as they are hard wearing and designed to last. Natural dyeing made up the majority of colour within Jessica’s collection; dyeing organic fabrics with onion skins, nettles and an indigo vat from home during the COVID lockdown. Jessica hand-dyed her digitally embroidered kimono in an indigo vat, each piece requiring 15 X 2-minute dips with additional rinsing between dips. Constituting of 13 pattern pieces, it’s evident how devoted Jessica is to her practice.

 

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryMachine Embroidered Kimono By Jessica Strain

Once the textiles side of her collection was complete, she brought the project around to its fruition, moulding them into these stunning garments.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryHand Embroidered Limerick Lace Skirt By Jessica Strain

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand EmbroideryTambour Beading By Jessica Strain

 

Finishing off by taking those garments back into their natural habitat with this look book photoshoot, we are delighted that Jessica’s collection has come together so well and know that this is only the first step in wonderful things to come for this textiles designer.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand Embroidery

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand Embroidery

Hawthorne & Heaney for Jessica Strain London Hand Embroidery

Thanks for sharing these images with us, all image credits unless otherwise stated are courtesy of Jessica Strain. To see more of her work find Jessica on instagram or her website .

Filed Under: Art, Embroidery, Fashion, London Tagged With: BA, digitial embroidery, embellishment, embroidery, graduate collection, hand embroidery, limerick lace, machine embroidery, mulitmedia, sponsor, sponsorship, tambour beading, textiles

Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke

February 17, 2020 by Natasha Searls-Punter

Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand Embroidery

Over the last couple of weeks we have been working on a special project with visual artist and founder of Acrylicize, James Burke. Working with his multidisiplinary style he was creating a new piece in preparation for the ‘Superstar Showcase’. Burke’s work examines the relationship between us and the digital world, drawing upon our need for approval in form of the 5 stars.  This new piece reimagines some of Burke’s earlier pieces on a similar theme.

 

Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand EmbroideryThe Constant Need For Approval, 2018
280 x 53cm, Acrylic, LEDs, powder coated aluminium

 

Burke also likes to challenge the way that we consume art, bringing pieces out of the gallery and into the rest fo the world. He champions art in work places and common space for wider consumption which is one of the objectives of his studio, Acrylicize. This playful, open minded attitude is what makes this new piece a great fit for the upcoming showcase.

 

Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand Embroidery

Superstar Showcase is being held by Creative debuts X Adidas Originals. For this event they have gathered 25 artists, of which Burke is one to create a piece which incorporate or is inspired by Adidas’s classic Superstar trainers. This is where we come in, as we provided the embroidered elements of the stars created out to the Superstar’s laces.

 

Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand EmbroideryConstellation, 2020

Adidas Superstars & laces on canvas

 

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Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand Embroidery

We experimented with using the laces directly and taking a feel for them through the embroidery, but settled on using the laces as directly as possible. The stars are made up by weaving the laces back and forth on themselves to form the legs of the star whilst replicating the fastening process as we are used to seeing it on trainers. The piece has loose laces which join each of the stars to the next in as if formed from one giant lace with the trainers themselves clinging on to what is left of the laces at the end.

 

Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand Embroidery  Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand Embroidery

With all embroidery pieces, there is always a lot of sampling and preparation before working on the piece itself. This helps is to work out how it is best to approach the piece and achieve a consistent finish. Here are a few behind the scene, making of the piece which might shed a little light on the process.

Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand Embroidery  Hawthorne & Heaney in Collaboration with James Burke London Hand Embroidery

To see more of James Burke’s work, check out where else you can see his pieces on his instagram. Also see the 24 other amazing pieces by debut artists in the Superstar Showcase on now at Adidas LDN, Oxford Street.

 

Filed Under: Art, Embroidery, Interior Design, Sport, Tailoring Tagged With: adidas, art, artist, conceptual art, creative debuts, james burke, laces, London, stars, trainers, visual arts

Hawthorne & Heaney for Watts and Co.

January 30, 2020 by Natasha Searls-Punter

 

Hawthorne & Heaney for Watts and Co. London Hand EmbroideryJust a short one today, but we really wanted to share this stunning ‘three keys’ cope design we produced for Watts and Co last year. The combination of colours really pops, makes us think that yellow is a bit under used when it looks this good on mass.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Watts and Co. London Hand Embroidery

The keys themselves are all bullion work in silver, in a combination of smooth and rough purl for texure . Edges in Pearle purl for defination. Hawthorne & Heaney for Watts and Co. London Hand Embroidery

Filed Under: Art, ceremonial, Embroidery, London Tagged With: bullion work, church, cope, ecclesiastical, fringing, goldwork, keys, metal work, navy, watts and co, yellow

Hawthorne & Heaney for Nygaards Bataljon

January 23, 2020 by Natasha Searls-Punter

Hawthorne & Heaney for Nygaards Bataljon London Hand Embroidery

In celebration of their 162nd anniversary, The Nygaards Bataljon from Norway commisioned us to produce a new flag for their ceremonies. The Nygaards Bataljon is a corps for boys from Norway founded in 1857.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Nygaards Bataljon London Hand Embroidery

As part of the celebrations they toured around Denmark, visiting some stunning locations in Aarhus, Sommerland and back to Bergen (Norway).

Hawthorne & Heaney for Nygaards Bataljon London Hand Embroidery

Here are a couple of clos ups of the flag now you have seen it out and about in action. 

Hawthorne & Heaney for Nygaards Bataljon London Hand Embroidery

Hawthorne & Heaney for Nygaards Bataljon London Hand Embroidery

The stitching of the castle was pretty dense and rich on this double sided banned, and I’m sure you will agree that the yellow on the blue ground is very striking. The embroidery was finished off with a luxurious navy fringing around the edge. Hawthorne & Heaney for Nygaards Bataljon London Hand Embroidery

Filed Under: Art, ceremonial, Embroidery Tagged With: castle, ceremonial, corps, digital embroidery, flag, machine embroidery, norway, norwegian, nygaards bataljon

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