We have an exciting programme of events taking place Downstairs at the Department Store as part of London Craft Week.

Wednesday 6th October, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Introduction to Textile Offcuts with Isabel Fletcher
Isabel Fletcher is a London based textile designer working with offcuts to create contemporary, sustainable craft. Isabel will teach how textile waste can be used as the starting point for design, rather than an endpoint. The varied techniques taught will spark ideas of how waste can be incorporated into everyday sewing projects, such as mending and repair, decorative artworks or entirely new pieces of home furnishings and clothing.
Sign up to this event here.

Thursday 7th October, 6pm - 7.30pm
Diamond Dolls: A Journey From Savile Row to Becoming an Artist
Hormazd Narielwalla works across a number of artistic disciplines including printmaking, sculpture and artist’s books and is best known for his intricate paper collages and assemblages. In this talk, he will discuss the intersection of craft, design, and fashion in his work and the making of Diamond Dolls, a limited-edition artist’s book that celebrates the iconic figure of David Bowie.
Please join us from 6pm for a complimentary drink before the talk begins at 6.30pm. Sign up for this event here.

Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th October, 10am - 6pm
Stitch-School Supper Cloth by London Stitch-School

To round off our London Craft Week events, we are hosting London Stitch-School all weekend. Join Stitch-School at The Department Store for the launch of their new Stitch-Scape cloth. Learning together, play and create a community landscape of stitches whilst exploring the art of needlework through a wealth of different techniques. Sign up for this event here.

Downstairs at The Department Store
248 Ferndale Road, SW9 8FR