I'm delighted that my work 'Bradwell-on-Sea' is now part of the Sea Library in Jūrmala, Latvia. The Sea Library was set up by Anna Iltnere in 2018. It resides in her studio and in the hearts of those that use it (she will post a book for you to borrow), and those that contribute to it. The collection of books is steadily growing, and her walls are disappearing beneath artwork inspired by the sea. It's the library of my dreams...

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many artists have found themselves without work, teaching, technical support and gallery work. Exhibitions and sales have disappeared. In an attempt to help alleviate some of this stress, the artist Matthew Burrows has instigated the ARTIST SUPPORT PLEDGE #artistsupportpledge

The concept is a simple one. Artists post images of their work, on Instagram which they are willing to sell for no more than £200 each (not including shipping). Anyone can buy the work. Every time an artist reaches £1000 of sales, they pledge to spend £200 on another artist/s work.

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This June, alongside fellow artists and craftspeople across the borough, I will be participating in the 14th annual E17 Arts Trail. Returning to E17 Craftworks with a new exhibition, running from 1st - 16th June, there will be an opening celebration on Saturday 1st, to which everyone is welcome. 

I am delighted to be the first featured artist in a new creative space for kids & adults in Walthamstow. E17 Craftworks offers ceramic painting & creative workshops and serves coffee/craft beer/wine. My work will adorn their walls until the end of this month and I'll also be there teaching a Tunisian crochet workshop for beginners (see previous post).

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Jess will be at E17 Craftworks on the evening of the 20th February to teach you how to make some beautiful wrist warmers using just two Tunisian stitches. The workshop is for two hours and includes a drink at the bar.

You can now find my work for sale on Folksy, under the moniker 'The Landlocked Thalassophile'. Click on the 'SHOP' tab to take a look.

Very excited to be back at LoW next month with my sea-inspired textiles and driftwood crochet hooks. Do stop by if you're in London between 10th and 16th December, perfect Christmas shopping opportunity...

I have two pieces of work in the upcoming exhibition 'oh motHER', organised by Spilt Milk Gallery. Spilt Milk is an artist-led collective promoting the work of artists who are also mothers. The exhibition is in Edinburgh and runs from 27th October to 5th November. Do let me know if you go and see it because as ever, I'm stuck in the city...

I have set up a page on the Patreon website for those interested in becoming a patron of my work. In return I am offering exclusive content via the Patreon website, discounts, beach cleans and more. Take a look at my page for further information.

I've just returned from an Easter break in Cornwall, where I visited my favourite beach and gathered up a load more driftwood. You can check out pictures in my Instagram feed: https://www.instagram.com/jess_rippengale/

 I'm having a little pop-up shop at Locus of Walthamstow from 25th - 27th March. As well as selling my wares, I'll be running a crochet surgery where you can come along with your troublesome projects and I'll help you get them back on track.

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Locus of Walthamstow

1 Chingford Road

Walthamstow

E17 4PW

There are a couple of places left on my beginner's Tunisian crochet workshop starting next Tuesday evening (March 6th):

Whether you’re a seasoned granny square pro looking for a new challenge, or you’ve never even picked up a hook, this course will show you how to get started with crocheting in the Tunisian style by creating a soft, chunky scarf.

This is a six hour course run over four Tuesday evenings. Hooks, luxury yarn, tea and cake all provided.

Here I am, talking about my homeland-and-sea 

I want to welcome you all to my new Etsy shop by giving you a mulled 15% discount and frosty free delivery on all orders placed before December 20th. Happy Christmas everyone!

Like what I make? I've just managed to achieve the new year's resolution I made in January to have opened an online shop by the end of this year. Take a peek - I'll be adding more items soon.

I'll be selling Tunisian crochet snoods and my new DIY Tunisian crochet kits here on Saturday November 25th, 11am -4pm. 

This Sunday I'll be selling at the E17 Designers Winter Market. Now that Halloween's over, you can legitimately start your Christmas shopping...

Granny looking tired? Take her to Tunisia!

Learn to crochet the Tunisian way. Whether you’re a seasoned granny square pro looking for a new challenge, or you’ve never even picked up a hook, this course will show you how to get started with crocheting in the Tunisian style by creating a soft, chunky scarf.

This is a six hour course run over two Saturday afternoons:

4th and 11th November from 2-5pm.

Hooks, luxury yarn, tea and cake all provided.

Granny looking tired? Take her to Tunisia!

Learn to crochet the Tunisian way. Whether you’re a seasoned granny square pro looking for a new challenge, or you’ve never even picked up a hook, this course will show you how to get started with crocheting in the Tunisian style by creating a soft, chunky scarf.

This is a six hour course run over two Saturday afternoons:

30th September and 7th October from 2pm - 5pm.
Materials provided