Andrea Williamson I work from my studio space at home, designing and making knitted accessories and interior pieces.

Colour and pattern is the basis of most of my work and elements of traditional fair isles are frequently incorporated.  The feel of textiles are as important to me as how they look, so warm cosy wools are a favourite. I try to use local Shetland wool where possible as we’re lucky to have such a good natural resource on our doorstep. 

I like to make things with a cheerful homely quality and I’m interested in objects that can reflect a story or have the potential to become part of a new one, so they’re entertaining as well as useful in a practical way.

I’m always gathering throw away things that can become inspiring ‘treasures’. As well as knit I sometimes venture into felt, hand spinning and embroidery, it’s great to occasionally find time to do experimental projects and one-off pieces.