Laura
Marsden
(Recycled
Textiles Designer)
Eternal
Lace
Laura's unique Interior and Fashion pieces are made from Eternal
Lace, a textile she developed during her studies. Eternal Lace is
created by making needle-made lace using waste plastic bags instead
of traditional yarns. This is then subjected to various processes.
These are a secret as Laura has filed for a patent to protect the
technique. She produces Interior and Fashion Accessories, and is
currently sourcing second hand and vintage pieces of furniture to
re-upholster in her unique textile.
Laura also creates delicate looking sculptural wall pieces, these
are waterproof and supple and can be used in outside spaces as well
as interiors. These pieces can be hooked together in different ways
to create layered effects. Cushions are made from reused, fine and
vintage fabrics and buttons combined with eternal lace. Recycling
is very important to Laura's designs, as is preserving traditional
stitch techniques, while making them relevant to today's society.
Interest in Laura's work is growing rapidly, the Victoria and Albert
Museum have purchased two of her '21st Century Ruffs' for their
collection.
Laura's stand at Origin this year has been funded by The Arts Council
after they awarded her a Grant For The Arts.
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