Welcome to By Cecil: Handwoven Art and Future Heirlooms
Contemporary handwoven textiles designed as future heirlooms
Reconnect with the beauty of slow, mindful making at By Cecil. Rooted in traditional techniques, each handwoven textile celebrates thoughtful craftsmanship and creative expression. Every piece honours the process, a quiet resistance to overproduction and a revival of ancient craft. Read about my process here.
Explore a collection of unique, small-batch pieces including intricately woven scarves, silk sleep masks, eye pillows, and more. Every item is made with care and intention, a tactile reminder of the joy found in things made slowly and well.
Crafted for Comfort: Limited Edition Wool Scarves
Discover the balance of contemporary design and traditional craftsmanship in this limited edition collection of mill-woven Merino wool scarves. Created in collaboration with a renowned micro mill in Bristol, each piece features thoughtfully considered colour and texture, bringing warmth, comfort, and individuality to everyday wear.
Explore the Transformative Power of Weaving: Create, Inspire, Reconnect.
Welcome to my world of weaving, where colour, pattern, and texture come together to tell quiet stories of self-expression. Each piece is a meditation on process, rhythm, and creativity. At the loom, ideas take shape one thread at a time, in the gentle clatter of making something with care and intention.
In my latest exploration for the No Rules Textile Society, I've taken a deep dive into the theme of 'tradition,' journeying through the historic landscapes of tartans, tweeds, and the iconic moquette designs that adorn London's public transport. This exploration led me to rediscover the fascinating work of designers like Enid Marx and Douglas Scott, whose contributions have turned functional fabrics into design icons. In this exploration, I found new inspiration in the designs of Routemaster moquette and embraced a more liberated approach in my own work, challenging myself to break free from the confines of traditional methods.