MS|WT :: OFFICIAL LAUNCH
I am very happy to announce that MARIA SIGMA | WOVEN TEXTILES has officially launched as an independent designer-maker weaving brand with the support of Prince's Trust and Virgin Start-Up Scheme. With their support I have invested in a brand new floor Dobby loom and new studio in East London.
I strongly believe in making ethically conscious textiles. By adhering to a Zero Waste philosophy, I aspire to make hand-weaving an even more sustainable craft. I strive to decrease to the minimum yarn waste and unnecessary cuts, carbon footprints, the use of machinery, water and electric energy. I consider the environmental impact at every stage of the design and making process to the packaging. By emphasising on materials and texture, and removing any superfluous elements, my work pays close attention to usability and aiming at producing high-quality interior products designed to become timeless heirlooms.
In recognition of the support of The Princes Trust and Virgin Virgin Start-Up Scheme I am offering my friends & followers a 35% discount ON ALL ORDERS including existing products & commissions for the whole month of November!
Order by dropping an email at info@mariasigma.com or online via SHOP - quote MSLAUNCH
PIECE OF THE MONTH :: THE PHAEDRA THROW
Taking inspiration from the colours of the Cyclades Islands in an endless childhood summer, the Phaedra V2 Throw twists natural shades of white, grey and black simplicity with an Aegean Blue hint in a classic bold twill pattern. This large hand-woven throw with a summer-in-the-inside, zero waste design combines all pure new natural undyed British wool virtues and high production principles with a discreet Aegean blue hand-crochet finishing stitch on both edges that catches the eye - a reflection of our most precious summer memories during long, gloomy, dark winters.
LONDON CRAFT WEEK
For the first time MARIA SIGMA | WOVEN TEXTILES is exhibiting at the London Craft Week.
Over the weekend of May 5th -7th Maria Sigma | Woven Textiles will exhibita selection of her hand-woven work and for the first time the brand new Pheadra V2 Throw as part of London Craft Week at Peckham Craft Weekend.
Showcasing the best of contemporary craft, celebrating tradition and innovation whilst also discussing current themes and issues surrounding craft today. Crafts people's work will be displayed in modern still lifes, exploring the theme of Instagram incarnate and encouraging discussion and interaction.
On Friday the 5th of May there will be a showcase of modern craft including; textile artists, quilt makers and ceramicists. There will be a shop area and drinks!
Dates: 5th to 7th of May 2017
Where: Copeland Gallery Unit 9I, 133 Copeland Rd, London SE15 3SN
Facebook Event
www.peckhamcraftweekend.co.uk/
The Greek Designers
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SELVEDGE MAGAZINE
MEETING MAKERS
MARIA SIGMA
Open Studios it's a perfect occasion for the public to have a look behind the scenes, meet the makers and their actual work space, sometimes even they have the chance to see them working.
I really enjoy to see how much people are interested in learning about weaving and the whole process of making. I do believe that the importance of weaving must be more highlighted, as it is constantly present, yet often left unnoticed. The determinant role textiles play in our life, the power of colour, or the lack thereof, the achievement of high aesthetics through simplicity and the use of natural and sustainable materials, are my sources of inspiration and motivation.
My work is practice-based sustainable design textiles that have a reduced impact on the environment. My approach to design is based on the idea of creating aesthetically engaging and functional textiles and objects with ‘zero waste’ design and craftsmanship. Through a constructive, and continuous, dialogue with traditional craft techniques my work aims at creating vibrant, albeit minimal, textiles that creatively interpret long-established techniques and styles yielding a vigorously contemporary and environmentally sustainable interlocutor.
During Open Studios I will have a selection of my best selling Floor Cushions, Throws an Rugs as well as some samples of my new upcoming collection based on old traditional and unique weaving technique.
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CHRISTMAS OPEN STUDIOS
MARIA SIGMA STUDIO would like to invite you at this year's Christmas Open Studios.
Come to say hello and have a look of our best selling Floor Cushions, Throws and Rugs as well as some brand new samples of the upcoming collection based on an old traditional and unique weaving technique; all made with 100% undyed pure new natural British wool.
This is the perfect opportunity to see behind the scenes and meet the maker.
Weaving demonstrations will take place over the weekend.
2nd – 4th December
MARIA SIGMA | STUDIO 213
Opening times: Fri 11am-9pm, Sat & Sun 11am-6pm
18-22 Creekside London, SE8 3DZ
Rail: Deptford or DLR: Deptford Bridge
Facebook Event
Christmas Open Studios
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COUNTRY LIVING | MODERN RUSTIC, ISSUE 6
Left Page: XENODICE Throw
Right Page: ARIADNE (OF THE SEA) & DEUCALION Floor Cushions
The World of Interiors - Decoration Special
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London Design Fair - Tent London 2016
For the first time MARIA SIGMA | WOVEN TEXTILES is exhibiting at the London Design Fair.
22-25 September 2016 | STAND C21
LONDON DESIGN FAIR - TENT LONDON
Come to visit and see the very NEW 'Entropia' Collection of Hand-woven Rugs and the 'Xenodice' Throw & Floor Cushion made with 100% natural undyed British new wool.
Designed and made by Maria Sigma, all products are handcrafted in London using the highest quality of natural undyed British wool.
The collection is supported by The Campaign For Wool: Interiors showcase London initiated by HRH The Prince of Wales.
Ten years in the making, 2016 marks the launch of the London Design Fair, the new umbrella brand that will include both Tent London & Super Brands London alongside, a growing host of international trade showcases.
With pavilions, exhibitions and features including Crafts Council, Craft Scotland, the Design Museum, Etsy UK, Heals, Form&Seek, Gallerie MICA, This is India, 100% Norway and nearly 500 more there is a world of design to delight!
Chelsea College of Arts BLOG
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New Designers | One Year On 2016
For the first time MARIA SIGMA | WOVEN TEXTILESis exhibiting at the NEW DESIGNERS.
06 - 09 July 2016 | ONE YEAR ON (PART 2)
Business Design Centre, London, N1
Come to visit and see the very NEW 'PASIPHAË' Collection of Hand-woven ThrowS & Floor CushionS made with 100% natural undyed British new wool.
Designed and made by Maria Sigma, all products are handcrafted in London using the highest quality of natural undyed British wool.
The collection is supported by The Campaign For Wool: Interiors showcase London initiated by HRH The Prince of Wales.
One Year On is a destination feature within New Designers that presents young, entrepreneurial designers who are in their first year of business.
Those that exhibit go through a selection process, and are chosen on the strength of their work, flair and quality of product. One Year On is the place to go to buy directly from the selected designers and invest in the iconic furniture, fabric, jewellery and ceramics of the future.
Selvedge Magazine - The Fabric of your Life
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