Mandy Nash

Woolly Necklace 1

Wool is a wonderful, natural and sustainable material, underused in the UK, although it has multiple uses. Sadly, this year, due to the pandemic crisis, a fleece is worth less than the cost of shearing.

To highlight this issue, I have created three pieces in felt using British wool. The Jacob, Shetland, Black Welsh and Manx Loaghtan breeds illustrate the subtle range of natural colours.

The feltmaking process is slow and meditative, perfectly suited to the current situation. Wool absorbs moisture, resists dirt, is compostable, light and warm. These three sculptural pieces are soft and tactile and comforting to touch.

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Woolly Necklace 2      wet-felted British wool with nylon coated wire and magnet clasp      approx 35cm x 8cm    2020

Woolly Bangle            wet-felted British wool with nylon coated wire and magnet clasp      15cm x 15cm     2020

Woolly Necklace 1      wet-felted British wool with nylon coated wire and magnet clasp        40cm x 8cm    2020

Woolly Collection    all 3 pieces