Yesterday we were treated to a journey through time from the
Stone Age to Roman times.
Cluny Chapman’s work is often influenced by archaeology
which is not surprising as she studied Archaeological Science at Bradford
University. Archaeology is all about layers which she tries to replicate in her
textile pieces in various ways.
Cluny was taught to stitch from an early age by her mother
and grandmother (a skill sadly not passed on by many today). She uses a wide
variety of techniques in her work including needle felting, goldwork, whitework, canvaswork and even makes her own lace!
She also keeps Shetland and Wensleydale sheep and often uses
their fleece in her work.
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| Mixed media piece |
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| Stitched "fragment" and painted bowl |
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| The White Horse! |
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| Christening gown with handmade lace |
An educational and inspiring talk from a very talented lady.
To see more of her work, visit her website at
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