St Leonard’s based award winning weaver Claire Whelan, has studied constructed textile design in London, and alongside her weaving activities, also guest lectures at The Cass School of Art, Architecture & Design in textile design.

 Claire always aims to appeal to both men and women equally through her designs, making her whole range gender neutral by default. Having a particular interest in colour and the psychological attachments that it provokes within the human mind, she is driven to find the perfect colour combinations.

In 2017 and 2018 Claire was awarded the Clothworkers Foundation Award, in conjunction with Cockpit Arts studios in London. This award kick started Claire’s hand weaving practice, and has led to her career progress to date.

With a highly developed understanding of materials, dyeing and hand weaving techniques, Claire brings wonderfully rich combinations of pattern and colour to her art, and each piece she produces.

Alongside her annual signature handwoven scarf collections, Claire offers a bespoke service to match your needs perfectly. Whether it’s a gift for a loved one or some new bespoke handwoven homewares, Claire will work with you and your colour inspiration to create the perfect pieces.