Weavers’ Company Woven Textile Award

SPONSORED BY:

The Worshipful Company of Weavers

WINNER

Winner: Sam Thornton

Title of work: Woven Fabric

University: De Montfort University

JUDGES COMMENTS

Very interesting development of fabric qualities and structures with limited resources due to Covid. An enquiring, enthusiastic and amiable student with very sound technical background.

AWARD PRIZE

The Award winner will receive a £1000 cheque.

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Image: Sam Thornton, Winner of the Weavers’ Company Woven Textile Associate Prize 2022.

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AWARD CRITERIA

The award will be given to the most outstanding designer of woven fabric exhibiting at New Designers.  

Designs can be suitable for fashion or interior fabrics and must show knowledge of the production process.