After completing my studies in Textile Conservation in Greece I went on to complete a degree in Textile Design at Chelsea College of Art and Design in London. In 2017 I achieved investment support from The Prince's Trust and Virgin Start-Up Scheme. With their support, I invested in a new floor Dobby loom and studio space in East London.
Recipient of Cockpit Arts / 'Clothworkers' Award 2015 & 2016.
Projects
- Maria Sigma | Woven TextilesMaria Sigma | Woven Textiles is an award-winning textile brand specialising in 'zero waste' ethical hand-woven textiles for interiors based in London. By using exceptional natural materials I create textiles and furniture pieces for projects large and small, commercial and residential, combining expertise in made to measure throws, cushions, rugs, furnishing fabrics and much more. Maria Sigma | Woven Textiles products collection celebrates a timeless high aesthetic via 'zero waste' design and p
Work history
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Founder - Designer/ MakerMaria Sigma Woven Textiles
London, United KingdomFreelance
Set up my own Textile Design Business under the label: ‘Maria Sigma|Woven Textiles’.
Design and production of hand-woven 'zero waste' textiles for interiors, consulting and commission services, weaving workshops for adults.
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Weaver / Production & Sales AssistantBrook Gregson
- London, United KingdomFreelance
Assisting in the production of woven jewellery, merchandising and promoting sales in store and online, creating material for social media and newsleters.
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Skills
- Weaving
- Workshop Delivery
- Textile art
- Textile Design
- Textile Dyeing
- Textile Manipulation
- Sales Marketing
- Brand Styling
- Interior Styling
- Interior Decoration
Awards
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Cockpit Arts | "Clothworkers" Foundation AwardThe Clothworkers Company