Abstract quilts, wall hangings and textile products.
Rachel is a Designer, Milliner, Maker and Artist born and based in London.
Originally graduating from a Fine Arts degree in Sculpture at Chelsea College of Art, Rachel's path has been creatively varied.
Post degree she studied Millinery at the prestigious Kensington and Chelsea college, winning numerous awards and a position as an Accessories Designer within the retail industry.
Rachel has worked in the fashion industry for over 19 years, designing bags, hats, scarves, gloves and other accessories for numerous brands throughout the Uk and Europe. She won hat designer of the year in 2009 and launched her own bespoke millinery business.
Lockdown gave Rachel the time to explore quilting, specifically improv quilting. These quilts are created without using a pattern, a ruler or rules! This technique really captured her imagination and allowed a creative fluidity to the design process, constantly changing and evolving.
Her inspiration is lead by colour and the element of surprise that comes from this quilting technique. Rachel is interested in the movement that can be created from this 2D art form that also has a practical use and a history steeped in stories, craft and the female perspective.
Textile Art and quilted products