Following on from last weeks train of thought; it can sometimes be difficult convincing ‘non crafty types’ that knitting and crochet are worthy and grown up activities.
When I worked in an FE college I would occasionally ask a class of 17 year olds to play word associations and without fail the word knitting would prompt a loud chorus of ‘OLD GRANNIES!’
But I refused to rest my case. I would always open it, unpack it, unpick it and attempt to refashion the damaged reputations of traditional crafts.
So when I was invited to take part in a ‘wedding shoot’ I seized the opportunity to explore new territory.
The shoot was initiated and organised by our favourite photographer Eliza Boo and a host of fabulous Norfolk based businesses participated in creating a breathtaking environment at Godwick Hall. The props were beautiful, the dresses exquisite and the styling and make up immaculate.
I made two knitted and crocheted head-dresses for the shoot using a combination of our knitted daisies, the crochet forget-me-nots featured in Issue 13 of The Mercerie Post, and a handful of little crochet daisies.
These experimental prototypes are The Mercerie’s first venture into the wedding arena – but we are very excited about it and are planning a range of bespoke wedding accessories for the autumn.
So what does the word knitting make us think of this week? ‘BEAUTIFUL BRIDES!’
Hooray!
With huge thanks to Elizaboo Photography and all the amazing companies that contributed to creating a beautiful collection of images, of which these are just a tiny selection.
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