The Art of
hand-woven textiles
From selecting the finest fibres to weaving the final design, our process ensures that every piece is crafted with care and expertise. The journey from design to finished piece is a labor of love, producing one-of-a-kind items. Each piece takes hours of labour and over 30 years of knowledge and craftsmanship.
Our process is a blend of traditional techniques and modern technology, ensuring each piece reflects our dedication to craftsmanship and quality.
Process
Material Selection
Australian Merino wool and silk are selected for their quality, durability, and comfort. We’re particularly fussy about the micron count (we aim for 17-19) because coarse yarn can be uncomfortable.
We blend wool and silk as they create a luxurious feel and beautiful drape.Sometimes we use special effect yarns (non-wool) to create a highlight or texture in the design.
Our pattern design is about both beauty and durability, we always create technical sample first to ensure your piece is durable.
Hand Dying
Virginia, our dye technician, carefully dyes each fiber by hand, that achieve deep, lasting colors.
Christina and Virgina constantly develop new colours and create a dye-book.
Pattern Design
Christina creates intricate patterns on digital platforms, which are then refined based on colour and material tests.
Individually creates each pattern by eye, in design software. Inspired by classic designs and nature.
She then selects the materials and colours, and tests the pattern on the loom. Reviews the test patch, updates the digital pattern, and repeats the process until she’s happy with the pattern and colour combinations.
Once she’s happy with the test section, it’s time to return to the loom and create the full-scale piece.
Weaving
Christina, Pat &. Virginia use the handloom to weave each piece, following the exact specifications of the design while ensuring every detail is met.
Most pieces take a minimum of 10 hours from design, set-up, and weave.