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Hollie Ward
Based in South East London, Hollie Ward creates one-off pieces handwoven from surplus yarn, as well as British and Icelandic wool. Having recently graduated with a First Class BA (hons) in Textile Crafts, specialising in woven fabrics, Hollie's first interiors collection has been developed exclusively for The New Craftsmen. Hollie draws inspiration from fabrics woven with history, and incorporates experimental elements into her work.
Maker's Story
Based in South East London, Hollie Ward creates one-off pieces handwoven from surplus yarn, as well as British and Icelandic wool. Having recently graduated with a First Class BA (hons) in Textile Crafts, specialising in woven fabrics, Hollie's first interiors collection has been developed exclusively for The New Craftsmen. Hollie draws inspiration from fabrics woven with history, and incorporates experimental elements into her work.
Maker's Quote
“Each piece pays homage to the uniqueness of the material, created using ends of yarns so masses can't be produced. If we own a blanket and use it every night, that blanket carries our experiences, and this is how we form connections. I wish for my work to live on through the individual and hope this inspires people to create connections with the objects we surround ourselves with.”
The Process
In 2018, Hollie embarked on a three month weaving residency in rural Iceland, hand-spinning and hand-weaving icelandic wool and washing in the local rivers. The research, colours and materials encountered during this experience inspired Hollie’s collection for The New Craftsmen, with all designs incorporating Icelandic wool.
The Process
