Press & Other News
Selected for Origin 08
19th Apr 2008
For the third year in succession Liz has been selected for Origin, The London Contemporary Craft Fair to be held at Somerset House, London in October. Origin
Fashion Video
3rd Mar 2008
The first three pieces in Stella McCartney's video of her Autumn/Winter '08 collection feature felt made by Liz Clay. See the video at www.stellamccartney.com
Paris Fashion Week
28th Feb 2008
Liz's felt opens the Stella McCartney show at Paris Fashion Week. Three pieces in soft merino wools of pale chalk with storm grey motifs were presented to create a weightless delicate and warm cocoon. Fine layers of colour gave a soft iridescent feel. Online review in style.com
Selected for California Exhibition
22nd Feb 2008
Liz's boa design has been selected for "Wearable Expressions 2008", the sixth biennial international exhibition in the series featuring the ultimate in wearbale art. The exhibition runs from 22nd February to 20th April in the Beckstrand and Norris Galleries at the Palos Verdes Art Center, California, USA. "Off the Wall and On the Runway" is a fashion show featuring selected garments from Wearable Expressions on Saturday 26th April. Further information from Palos Verdes Art Center
Talk in The Terrace
17th Jan 2008
On Monday 14th April, Liz Clay and Jorie Johnson, two internationally known textile artists, will discuss reference, research and resolution as contemporary feltmakers. By ticket £6 (£4) Advance booking essential, please contact The Devon Guild of Craftsmen
Masterclass Announced
17th Dec 2007
"Fibre and Skin" is a two-day felt and leather masterclass to be held February in Liz's village, Westbury-sub-Mendip in Somerset. It will be led by Liz Clay with Caroline Darke. View and print the booking form
Book Receives Rave Reviews
6th Dec 2007
Following the London launch of Nuno Felt at Oxo Tower and the excellent reviews, there will be a special Somerset launch on Tuesday 18th December at Liz's studio near Wells. All welcome…come and enjoy a glass of bubbly and mince pies. Signed copies will be available with a collection of hand felted gifts and cards. To order your copy click here
Wearable Art
16th Nov 2007
Liz's work will be available at the "Wearable Art" exhibition: a beautiful collection of bags, scarves, jewellery & textiles by leading south west artists and designers. Poster
Solo Exhibition in Barcelona
6th Nov 2007
From 6th November to early 2008, Hipòtesi, Rambla de Catalunya, Barcelona will be showing a collection of new accessories and garments created by Liz. Poster
Case Study
1st Nov 2007
Liz's push to sell her work overseas, particularly focussing on the Japanese market, is featured in the November issue of "Overseas Trade" magazine. Read the full article here
"Nuno Felt" Available
30th Oct 2007
Liz's new book "Nuno Felt" has gone to print and she will be signing copies at Annie Sherburne's shop at Oxo Tower, South Bank, London from 6pm on Thursday 29th November. Wine and nibbles will be served. All welcome. You can pre-order a copy
New Designs at Livingstone Studio
6th Oct 2007
The exhibition opens with a private view on Saturday, 6th October from 11 o'clock. Contact 020 7431 6311
"Fashion designer a big hit"
4th Oct 2007
Business Today, a business supplement in the press carried an article about Liz breaking into the Japanese market. Read the complete article
ORIGIN!
2nd Oct 2007
Origin, the London Craft Fair continues at Somerset House and Liz will be there all week 1 (2nd - 7th October) on Stand N9. Please come and visit. Origin
Second Trip to Japan Planned
17th Sep 2007
Liz has announced that she will be travelling to Tokyo and Kyoto to meet new clients in November. Exhibition opportunities in 2008 are being organised. Please contact Liz if you would like to meet her during her stay. (email)
Liz at Chelsea
10th Sep 2007
For the second year running, Liz will be showing at this new event. Visit her between 18th -21st October at Chelsea Town Hall, London. (SDC web site)
Create - Contemporary Craft Show
30th Jul 2007
Liz will be attending this high quality craft weekend at Walford Mill Crafts (11th-12th Aug) featuring contemporary craft work by over thirty local and national makers. Do come and visit! Walford Mill
Sweet Dreams
26th Jul 2007
A mixed craft exhibition highlightingbedroom interiors. Unique work is being shown from jewellery, glass furniture lighting to toys and textiles. Walford Mill
Origin Week 1
4th Jun 2007
Having been selected again for Origin The London Craft Fair to be held at Somerset House, Liz will be exhibiting a collection of new work with her signature boa designs. Visit her on stand N9 in Week 1 (2nd - 7th October). Origin