Liadain Aiken demonstrating the Intarsia technique, Project Spaces, IMMA, 12 March 2016. Photo: Eavan Aiken

Photo: Eavan Aiken

Photo: Eavan Aiken

Liadain Aiken demonstrated her slow-fashion craft by knitting the statəcraft logo in the intarsia technique, at showcase hosted by ARC researchers in the Project Spaces, IMMA. Liadain weaves technical knitting skills with an ability to see and create visual images ‐planning and building patterns row by row. The textures of landscapes act as a strong visual inspiration for Liadain’s knitwear and her interest in sustainability led her to further investigate the Slow Fashion movement. These ideas have grown to become a central thread of her work ‐ she now sources wool from Donegal Yarns, believing that their traditionally spun merino yarns perfectly capture the beautiful colours of the Irish landscapes.