If you live in a major city, you may have noticed more people wearing bandanas around their neck, as the accessory has made a small comeback. Typically made from cotton, the bandana — distinct from the ascot — has a long history in working class aesthetics, as it serves a practical function.

I know! The design was made in 1881, the same year that Morris gave him lecture on 'Art & the Beauty of the Earth' in Stoke -

campaigning for better education, housing, access to green spaces.

And his fears that we will become martyrs to the machine. Worth reading:
archive.org/details/artb...

This is the exhibition, and I'll be there 3/4th Dec for various tours & talks. And more things in the New Year too. Lots of embroidery and botanical drawings and beautiful books xx

Hello again! Yes, very excited to see your gorgeous photos. And the capybara pebble. Proper treasure! I've got a lovely exhibition about May, Jane and William Morris opening in Winchester next month. Do let me know if are heading over that way, as it would be a treat to meet up xx