Craftscotland: Craft News archive from June 2006
A view of the gallery in the Museum of Kyoto Click for full size imageNew International Sales Opportunity for Scottish Jewellers

A new gallery for contemporary jewellery in Kyoto in Japan has created an exciting sales opportunity for Scottish jewellers.  Dale Idiens finds out more for craftscotland.


29 June 2006


Sweet Horse Chestnut necklace by Abigail Percy Click for full size imageScottish Graduates Head for London

Scotland's talented graduates take part in New Designers in London and three emerging young Scottish designers are selected to show their work in One Year On at the same venue.
28 June 2006


Award winning Tahitian pearl bracelet, detail, by Lilian Busch Click for full size imageTriple Win in Tahitian Pearl Competition

Jeweller Lilian Busch wins three categories in Tahitian Pearl Tropy and will compete in national final later this year.
27 June 2006


Preying Mantis, detail,  by Barbara Reed Click for full size imageFinal Chance to Catch Insect Safari

Only a few days left to catch an exhibition of vibrant textiles by Barbara Reed at the Collins Gallery in Glasgow.


23 June 2006


Sideboard, detail, by George Rutland Click for full size imageFurniture Graduate Wins Craftex Medal

Graduate George Rutland has won the Gold Medal at Craftex 2006 which showcases the best work in crafts and design by colleges of further education in Glasgow.


16 June 2006


Finding a Way Home by Jeanette Sendler in collaboration with Barbara Ridland Click for full size imageItami Invitation to Scottish Textile Artists

A group of eight Scottish textile artists will be showing work in an exhibition during June 2006 at the invitation of the Itami Culture Foundation.
13 June 2006


Earconch by Kathy Vognes Click for full size imageDegree Shows Parade New Talent

The annual Degree Shows open this weekend with an array of exciting creations by new graduates and craftscotland has an exclusive preview of the work on show.
13 June 2006


Tears of the Volcano, detail, by Kate Anderson Click for full size imageDumfries Choice for Mosaics Exhibition

A new exhibition of indoor mosaic work by Kate Anderson, called Resurfacings, opens in Dumfries.
12 June 2006


Big Willow sculpture by Patrick Dougherty  Photo: Fin Macrae Click for full size imageBig Willow and Exhibition Open in Highlands

A stunning willow sculpture by internationally renowned artist Patrick Dougherty opens in the Highlands accompanied by Pushing the Boundaries, a touring exhibition of new work by the Scottish Basketmakers Circle.
10 June 2006


Silk and viscose Chequer multi-stripe bag by Rachel Skene of Skene Textiles Click for full size imageAyrshire, Highlands & Sutherland Open Studios in June

Makers open their studios and galleries hold special exhibitions across Ayrshire, the Highlands and Sutherland in June.


07 June 2006