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Sea Scape Ruched Rush Bag
Mary Butcher
£360
Sea Scape Ruched Rush Bag by Mary Butcher, a functional piece inspired by the craft heritage of the Orkney Islands.
Sea Scape Ruched Rush Bag by Mary Butcher was inspired by Mary's time spent on a residency on the Orkney Islands, organised by The New Craftsmen; meeting with local makers and becoming immersed in their world. Upon her return, Mary gathered materials that reminded her of the textures and hues of Orkney, from the dramatic grey sky to the rich mustard seaweed, to create each new unique piece.
Sea Scape Ruched Rush Bag by Mary Butcher was inspired by Mary's time spent on a residency on the Orkney Islands, organised by The New Craftsmen; meeting with local makers and becoming immersed in their world. Upon her return, Mary gathered materials that reminded her of the textures and hues of Orkney, from the dramatic grey sky to the rich mustard seaweed, to create each new unique piece.
Material: English Rush, waxed linen thread
Dimensions: Height: 40cm, Length: 22cm, Width: 1cm
Care Instructions: Clean with dry dusting cloth only
Dimensions: Height: 40cm, Length: 22cm, Width: 1cm
Care Instructions: Clean with dry dusting cloth only
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Process
This basket was created using a technique which Mary started using twenty years ago, to imitate the rugged sea and landscape of the Orkney Islands. The hues of the threads have been chosen to reflect the local surroundings.
Basket maker Mary Butcher began her career as a willow specialist, learning local and traditional skills from apprenticed makers. Following further research into the art of basketmaking, and a Fellowship in Basketmaking at Manchester Metropolitan University, Mary began to explore new creative possibilities, and develop other ways of making. Mary’s research centres around the history of basket making, spending time with traditional makers and recording both the technical details and their changing practice in response to consumer demand.
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