Homegrown Textiles Exhibition​

The Homegrown Textiles Project (Summer 2024) invited all members of the Guild to produce a wearable item using materials sourced or processed within the South West of the UK.  This initiative aimed to emphasise the originals of our garments and challenge ourselves to deepen our understanding of our local area or 'Fibreshed'.  The project was divided into three categories.

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Category A - The fibre must be entirely farmed and processed within the South West.  All fibres to be natural, any dyes used must be local and natural.  Any fastenings should be handmade or locally sourced.

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Category B - The primary fibre must originate from our Fibreshed, but some processing outside the region is permitted.  Dyes were to be local and natural.  Zips, interfacing and lining were allowed if no local options were available.

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Category C - Main fibre/material should be sourced from the South West though materials from elsewhere in the UK would be acceptable.  Dyes to be natural.  Fabric recycling is allowed as long as materials comply with categories A - C.