Craft Focus - Feb/Mar (Issue 71)

8 craft focus industry news MAJOR WOOL EXHIBITION AT YORKSHIRE SCULPTURE PARK Designer Ella Doran will be following the journey of wool from start to finish as part of a new exhibition at Yorkshire Sculpture Park this summer. Running from 15 th June through to 15 th September, Sheep to Seat, Fleece to Floor will trace wool from the sheep that graze in the historic park through the processes of shearing, scouring, spinning, weaving and design. Visitors will be able to view a beautiful display of bespoke furniture, furnishings and photographic prints, all of which are available to buy. The exhibition is an homage to local products, suppliers and processes, and will highlight the importance of the circular economy in reducing waste and sustaining livelihoods and traditions. “I am very excited to be working on this project with Yorkshire Sculpture Park,” explains Ella. “It celebrates the park’s resources, its beauty and the joy of creativity and collaboration. I hope to shed light on the amazing range of processes that wool goes through in order to become a finished product, with nothing going to waste.” Go to ysp.org.uk to find out more. PANTONE REVEALS COLOUR OF THE YEAR FOR 2019 Pantone has announced its Colour of the Year for 2019. Living Coral is described as an animating and life-affirming shade of orange with golden undertones. It has been selected in reaction to the onslaught of digital technology and social media that is increasingly embedded in daily life. Sociable and spirited, coral welcomes and encourages light-hearted activity, symbolising a desire for optimism and joyful pursuits. “Colour is an equalising lens through which we experience our natural and digital realities,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “With consumers craving human interaction and social connection, the humanising and heartening qualities displayed by this convivial colour hit a responsive chord.” The choice is intended to be evocative of the ways in which coral reefs provide shelter to a kaleidoscope of other hues, reflecting familiar and energising aspects of the natural world. “Colour enhances and influences the way we experience life,” adds Laurie Pressman, vice president of Pantone. “As a shade that affirms life by energising and nourishing, 16-1546 Living Coral reinforces how colours can embody our collective experience and reflect what is taking place within our global culture at this moment in time.” As an organic shade, coral is striking in digital mediums, invoking the same inspirational feeling ignited by our natural surroundings. Across fashion and accessories, its warm tone suggests comfort and positivity in simple colour stories, becoming more explorative and effervescent in patterns, textures and even monochrome looks. In product design, it represents a desire for goods that are humanising and heartening, while in interior décor and home furnishings it can be used to create a dramatic pop of colour. Living Coral is Pantone’s 20 th colour of the year, and was influenced by many factors, including trends in the entertainment industry, art, fashion, design, popular travel destinations and socio-economic conditions. For information, go to pantone.com THOMAS B RAMSDEN SEEKS A NEW REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE Yarn and craft supplier Thomas B Ramsden is seeking an experienced full-time representative to cover the south of England, responsible for maintaining and existing accounts while developing new outlets throughout the area. The role demands face-to-face contact so excellent communication skills are essential. A clean driving licence is also preferable. For details, email austinm@tbramsden.co.uk