About

I am a textile artist and tutor living and working in Devon.

I use a variety of fabrics and threads to create distinctive textile art – remnants, recycled cloth, hand-dyed fabric, paper and anything a needle will pass through.

I use a sewing machine set for free motion stitching – drawing with a sewing machine. From the simplicity of a line drawing on a single piece of fabric to the complexity of multi layered fabrics with intense stitching. The variety of textures achieved with a sewing machine, fabric and thread is as varied as any other art medium. Further detail may be added with hand stitching, paint and applied elements.

The inspiration for my textiles comes from the colours and textures within both the natural and built environment. From the tiniest of seeds to a stretch of landscape: colour and texture can be seen all around, often in unexpected combinations.

Free motion embroidery is an addictive process and one that I love to share with others. I teach a range of creative textile workshops in my studio at Colliton Barton, Devon.

Website / Social Media, etc.

Website: www.jantillett.co.uk

Email: jan.tillett@btinternet.com

Facebook: Jan Tillett Textiles

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