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November/December 2014
A FEW YEARS AGO Lidewij Edelkoort curated an exhibition, NorthandSouth, in Stockholm. The exhibition paired objects from Scandinavia and Africa – geographically disparate parts of the world – yet what was surprising about the exhibition was the similarities, not the differences, between objects as diverse as spoons and blankets. The shared aesthetic was based on simplicity and integrity born out of economic necessity. In this issue we look North where the use of textiles is linked to survival in the harsh climate. We explore the work of fashion designers from Greenland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands, through the beautiful photographs exhibited at
The Nordic Fashion Biennale, imagined by photographers Sarah Cooper and Nina Gorfer. The exhibition, which is called The Weather Diaries and is now on show at the National Museum of Photography in Copenhagen, explores how the homeland of the designers has informed their practice. I hope you will take the time to visit our blog and view the video which documents their process.
We have beautiful images from Bryan Alexander, a travel photographer who specialises in documenting the life of the Arctic’s indigenous peoples and the issues that affect them. He has spent more than 40 years working in isolated native communities around the Arctic and introduces us to the costumes and culture of the Finnish Sami. Their intricately embroidered costumes make me feel Christmas is on the way.
The Nordic countries have always been a hub of creativity. But their traditions are not locked in the past as Annhelén Olsson explains in her article about wool embroidery from the south of Sweden. The same is true of Ryijy Rugs, that emerged in the 16th century and grew in popularity until, by the 1960s, they were a part of most Finnish homes. If you want to recreate a Scandinavian interior Diana Woolf highlights talented designers in Insider Trading, and the apartment of textile atelier Violise Lunn, offers festive inspiration. I’m looking forward to putting up my decorations and wish you all a happy holiday!
Polly Leonard, Founder
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Alison A truly enjoyable read
This magazine is a joy to read on every level. It is well researched, interesting and beautifully written. It cleverly connects the distant past with cutting edge current practice and has inspired me to learn more about both. Now I want to read more!
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Barbara S. Visually very satisfying and intellectually stimulating
I always find Selvedge Magazine visually very satisfying and intellectually stimulating. I have all the issues in my library and will have to find a good institution to donate then to when the time comes. I remember getting issue 00 at some conference or meeting in the US when you were first starting out. Bravo again for so many years of sharing the joy of textiles in all its varied forms with all of us.
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Ketna P. Congratulations on your vision!
I’ve just been looking up your magazine, and absolutely love it! It seems like it knits together all the slices of delight that are left over in our soul when we are spent with our daily survival transactions…..congratulations on your vision!
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Cheryl Stern Inspirational, Cultural, Educational
I am intriqued -- every issue of Selvedge. I am inspired toward my own work as an artist, as a weaver, as a designer, as a student of global artistry. Forever indebted.
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Marial Absolutely gobsmackingly gorgeous
I was expecting something nice, but I was in no way prepared for how absolutely gobsmackingly gorgeous and inspiring your magazine is. Wow and wow. Now I’m counting the minutes until my next paper copy arrives.
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