Lucy Renshaw is an exciting new designer-maker who works with reclaimed materials and bold juxtapositions of colour inspired by her time spent living in the British Virgin Isles Caribbean. She graduated from The Royal College of Art with an MA in constructed Textiles in 2006 and has since exhibited in the UK and internationally, including New York and Paris - supported by Arts Council England. She has also worked on commissions for Kew Gardens, and Liberty London. Her work has featured in Selvedge and Embroidery Magazines, and has also been warmly received by overseas press. Lucy also runs textile and art workshops/talks and has been a guest speaker at Chelsea College of Art. Her current collection can be seen at www.lucyrenshaw.com
If you're feeling the credit crunch this autumn, try giving your everyday items a new lease of life with the latest addition to A&C Black's Textiles Handbook series, Mixed Media and Found Materials. Craftsman Magazine September 2009 '...inspirational handbook...a must-have for all textile fanatics.' Craftsman Craft & Design Magazine (September/October 2009) '...a quirky and vibrant guide...great for eco friendly or shoe string budget projects.' Craftsman Magazine (November 2009)