Tessa Thompson
Multi-Media Textiles
Featured projects
Mango and Gold Skirt
Material embellished with embroidery and gold flock
Mango Dress
Material manipulated using smocking techniques
Khaki and Yellow
Oil based Material manipulated to create pleats and fringing
Sleeve detail in mango
Material embellished with machine stitch and hand smocking
Gold Lurex Dress
Lurex material embellished with grosgrain tape
Block Colour Print One
Polyester (100%) Material Printed using Heat Transfer
Khaki, blue and Red
Polyester (100%) Material Printed using heat transfer
Orange and Red Print
Tonal Print using heat transfer print
Tessa Thompson
I have approached this collection to reflect my interest and research into materials that lend themselves to the qualities of bias cutting. Images and drawings underpin my designs; combining neutral subdued colours with a lively vibrant palette create a range of surfaces that interact with light. Handcrafted and machine stitching have been used extensively to produce a variety of pieces demonstrating texture and movement. Careful balance of man-made and natural materials has enabled me to produce a interesting blend for my collection of samples for high-end fashion.
A lifelong passion and commitment to maintaining the craftsmanship of bespoke tailoring have been at the core of my research and studio practice.