Hand crochet sweater paired with brown wool joggers.
Crochet Sweater: Granny Square Sweater
Artist: Julie Brocklehurst (crochet)
Artist: Richard Brophy (dyed yarn)
Description: Hand crochet granny squares constructed together to create contemporary jumper, made with hand dyed yarns and other mixed wools.
Media used: 100% wool Briggs & Little Heritage yarn, natural dye (madder, eastern Brazilwood, cutch, iron).
Techniques used: hand crochet, natural vat dying.
Total hours: 51 hours
Artist: Julie Brocklehurst (crochet)
Artist: Richard Brophy (dyed yarn)
Description: Hand crochet granny squares constructed together to create contemporary jumper, made with hand dyed yarns and other mixed wools.
Media used: 100% wool Briggs & Little Heritage yarn, natural dye (madder, eastern Brazilwood, cutch, iron).
Techniques used: hand crochet, natural vat dying.
Total hours: 51 hours
Joggers: Droopy Drawers
Artist: Richard Brophy
Description: Naturally died wool pull-on joggers with dropped crotch and elastic cuffs.
Media used: 100% wool cloth, natural over-dye (walnut, cutch, iron).
Techniques used: pattern drafting, machine sewing, hand stitching, natural vat dying.
Total hours: 41 hours
Artist: Richard Brophy
Description: Naturally died wool pull-on joggers with dropped crotch and elastic cuffs.
Media used: 100% wool cloth, natural over-dye (walnut, cutch, iron).
Techniques used: pattern drafting, machine sewing, hand stitching, natural vat dying.
Total hours: 41 hours
Behind the Scenes
Wool Natural Dye
Crochet Sweater
Joggers
