The Hand &
Lock Prize for Embroidery 2007
This prestigious international competition attracts students of
embroidery, fashion and textiles, throughout the world.
The aim is to promote the use of hand
embroidered surface embellishment within fashion, costume and interiors
industries. In doing so, it is hoped that contemporary design and
fresh approaches can be matched up with the high quality and expertise
required in the professional world.
The Brief:
The brief encourages a diverse range
of work.
It seeks original and creative ideas, innovative design and use
of materials.
Entrants are required to;
1. Base all work entered on the following
brief, entitled 'Ecclesiastical'.
2. 'Present embroidered samples, of hand embroidery for clothing,
accessories, costume or soft furnishing.
3. Use HAND EMBROIDERY. Machine embroidery can be used, but must
be hand embellished.
4. Demonstrate how the embroidery can be applied / used, by providing
one or more of the following - finished items / garments / mock-ups
/illustrations / computer graphics.
5. Provide supporting research and sketch/idea books/sheets, with
notes that explain the thinking and ideas behind the concept.
6. Show the design development from initial concept through to realised
design.
7. Ensure that the finished product is both practical and commercially
viable.
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