Astrid Weigel Profile
Having trained and worked as a printed textile designer, I now work from home in the west of Scotland producing contemporary soft furnishings.
My inspiration comes from everyday life,it could be flowers growing in my garden, an interesting texture on a surface, spotting something in a book - you just can't tell what will spark off an idea!
I'm currently producing a range of hand crafted items for the home using floral elements as its theme, fabrics are designed and screen printed in short runs. Using a bold monochromatic palette, they are embellished further by applique and hand/machine stitching, adding touches of colour by individually hand painting the cloth.
Items are made using natural materials which have been gathered from a broad range of sources - new, old, found and donated.
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I am happy most items to post to any where in the world although there are 1 or 2 items that are either too large or too heavy to post outside the UK. Please contact me and I'll find the correct postage.
If you would like me to send an item as a gift to an different address, I'm happy to do so - just e mail me the details.
Some of my designs are now available to buy as fabric panels for you to make your own creations - I'm happy for you to sell these on but would appreciate a name check! Thank you!
all artwork © Astrid Weigel