Marian Stubenitsky
You might have noticed that I use a lot of Marian's designs in my handwoven silk scarves. Back in 2016 I spent a week at Marian's...
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Read it here first. Just a few of my recent articles about design and silk scarf manufacturing. Most of these items can be viewed in my online shop.
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Jul 9, 2022
- 1 min
Preparing for an exhibition
It is so lovely to be able to exhibit again. I love meeting my customers and going to different shows gives me the chance to meet other...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Jul 5, 2022
- 1 min
Marché d'Artisans d'Art & Artistes
I will be exhibiting my silk scarves at this event. There will be about 15 artisans exhibiting soaps, lampshades, leather (wallets,...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Jun 12, 2022
- 1 min
Azure
A shawl or wide scarf that shimmers in the light and as it moves. It drapes beautifully and would be perfect for a wedding or just a...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- May 10, 2022
- 1 min
SOLD!
There's always satisfaction when I sell a scarf but the most satisfying sales are those where the buyer has really given it some thought....
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- May 9, 2022
- 1 min
Wedding Season
As the wedding season gets going accessories are something to think about. At this time of year the evenings are still cool and a silk...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- May 1, 2022
- 1 min
Sold during April!
Luxury silk scarves sold during april
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Mar 4, 2022
- 1 min
Life before weaving
I am often asked what we did before we arrived in France 29 years ago. People assume it was a dream to live here, or a professional...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 25, 2022
- 1 min
Glasses cases
I have added some glasses cases to the shop. These really are one of a kind. They are made from any leftover samples or warp and are...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 19, 2022
- 1 min
Let's weave a video
Colourful spring silk scarf
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 15, 2022
- 1 min
Journées Européennes des Métiers d'Art 2022
The Chateau at Ste Suzanne in the Mayenne will once again host a selection of artisans from the region on 2 & 3 April for the weekend...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 12, 2022
- 1 min
Ondulé Reed, or Fan Reed
In my store I have a few silk scarves with a wavy effect all the way down the length of the scarf. This is made using an Ondulé or Fan...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 15, 2021
- 1 min
Press : JHTTextiles on local television!
Back in January I was contacted by the producer of L'Infiltré and asked if they could come and film me in my workroom. I didn't have...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 15, 2021
- 2 min
Designing...or trying to
Designing is a process. Colour combinations change, designs change. It can take a long time. Who knows how this will turn out but I...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 29, 2020
- 2 min
Warping - a quick look
A quick look at how I wind my warp.
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Feb 15, 2020
- 2 min
Deflected Double Weave
A few years ago I drove to Arnhem in the Netherlands to spend a week at the studio of Marian Stubenitsky. Marian has a lifetime of...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Jan 12, 2020
- 1 min
In the pink
Before Christmas I sold a lot of the wider pieces so I have started a shawl that will be approx 25inches wide. Usually my warps are silk...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Dec 17, 2019
- 1 min
Saumur : Salon "Prestige"
I always enjoy this event. The public are willing to engage with exhibitors and ask questions about how we work. There is nothing worse...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Dec 12, 2019
- 1 min
Salon Prestige, Saumur
Tomorrow I will be packing the car for a lovely weekend exhibition in Saumur. It takes place in the theatre foyers and consists of all...
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Jean Halford-Thompson
- Nov 28, 2019
- 1 min
Magasin des Créateurs, Chateau Gontier
I am so pleased. I have been accepted to exhibit a few pieces in the Artisan shop in Chateau Gontier (Mayenne department in france). ...
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