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Blog Archive: Fibre Artist Interviews

Since the series was launched in 2011, Dawne Rudman and Gareth Bate have been interviewing local, national or international fibre artists. We have published over 137 artist interviews to date. Join us as we create a comprehensive archive of some of the most exciting fibre artists in the world. People have subscribed from 96 countries.

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Artist Interview 132: Anne Kelly

By Dawne Rudman | February 10, 2026

Tell us about your work: Artist Anne Kelly. Photo: Rachel Whiting Previous World of Threads Exhibitions The Small Hours, found and vintage fabric, upholstery trim, image transfer, hand and machine stitch, 2013, 95 x 80 cm, sewn textile collage. Photo: Anne Kelly You mention that inspiration comes from your travels, memory and vintage imagery. Talk…

Artist Interview 15: Allyn Cantor

By Dawne Rudman | February 10, 2026

Tell us about your work? Artist Allyn Cantor Previous World of Threads Exhibitions Caverns and Corridors Where do you get your inspiration? Deliverance, 38″ x 48″ I realized that textile techniques could be used to create art rather than just being applied to design or function. Why did you choose to go into fibre art?…