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The next generation of designers isn’t designing around waste. They’re designing with it. ♻️

We asked students at New Designers 2026 what the word means to them and their answers say everything about where design is heading.

Seeing potential where others see something to discard, and turning overlooked materials into something new. Sustainability isn’t an afterthought; it’s at the heart of how they create, rethink, and reshape the future of design.

Because the future isn’t just about making things differently. It’s about seeing materials differently. ✨

@freyaholmestextiles and @fitznfibres from @lboro_textiles
Volume up. 🎧

If you’re working with waste or found materials and need access to premium fabric remnants, DM us.

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🏆 New Designers – Celebrating our Spotlight Award Winners 🏆

A huge congratulations to our School of Design and Creative Awards students who won awards at New Designers – we’re thrilled to say that Loughborough University picked up more awards than any other institution! 👏

Spotlight Awards 🌟

The Based Upon Award for Alchemy – sponsored by @basedupon
Winner: Amelia Dittmann (Textile Design BA) - Shaped by the Sea
Judges’ comments: “We were drawn to how Amelia surrendered control in the creative process and how her observations and research resonated in the finely crafted pieces.”

The Colour in Design Award – sponsored by @colourindesignaward
Winner: Florence Barnaby (Textile Design BA) - Bio Bling
Awarded for outstanding use of colour in a design project – where colour is fundamental to the work, its impact and success.

Find out more details about our students’ projects via the SDCA Degree Show website via the link in our bio.

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This research project was developed during my student exchange at Loughborough University in the UK, in my third year of textile design studies.

The project explores the potential of agar-based bioplastics as a coating for knitted textiles, with a focus on improving their water resistance through material experimentation. Throughout the research, I tested different formulations by varying the proportions of agar and glycerin and incorporating textile glue, luthier hide glue, spirulina, and activated carbon to compare their performance.

Each sample was evaluated through a series of water resistance tests, documenting how different compositions affected absorption, durability, and the interaction between the bioplastic layer and the textile. The research became an exploration of sustainable materials, experimentation, and the relationship between science and textile design.

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SPOTLIGHT ON TEX+ FINALISTS
Loughborough University graduate

Introducing:

Lola Bate - @lolabatetextiles

GET TICKETS FOR THE SHOWCASE NOW👏

The Triangle Building Chelsea College of Art & Design, London
Wednesday 15 July-Thursday 16 July

#texplus #textilegraduate #emergingdesigner

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Celebrating our 2024/25 student intern, Florence Barnby, on graduating with a First-Class BA (Hons) in Textile Design from @lborouniversity

Florence recently showcased her final-year project at @newdesigners where she was awarded the prestigious @colourindesignaward judged by an esteemed panel of industry experts. She was also named runner-up for The Society of Dyers and Colourists Award.

Her innovative project challenges the idea that biodegradable materials are limited to muted aesthetics, transforming waste coffee grounds into vibrant tiles through bold colour and experimental finishes. The result is a striking exploration of how sustainable materials can become expressive, creative solutions for future CMF design.

These achievements reflect Florence’s exceptional talent, creativity and dedication. Her inspiring use of colour has captured the attention of industry leaders, alongside the energy and enthusiasm she brings to everything she does.

We’re incredibly proud to have been a small part of your journey, Florence, and we’re excited to see what comes next.

A truly remarkable achievement @textilesbyflorence @lboro_textiles

#TextileDesign #NewDesigners #DesignAwards #CMFDesign #EmergingTalent

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New Designers 2026 !!

I feel so lucky to have exhibited here, and would like to thank my tutors, in particular Jennifer, for all the support this week. I also couldn’t have done it without my peers, I’m so proud of us all and how it came together!

I loved seeing new designers from a multi-disciplinary angle, talking to designers from all sectors and understanding the interdisciplinary practice that the industry is leading towards. It was so inspiring seeing the variety of work and the potential crossover of practices!

I would also like to thank everyone that took the time to visit my stand and discuss my work, I really appreciate it and look forward to following up 🩷

If you saw my stand and would like to discuss my work further, please feel free to contact me from the link in my bio.

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New Designers has been a dream of mine since I did my placement with PriestmanGoode last year and watched other grads show their work there. Being back this week with my own work on show, surrounded by other grads who’ve been dreaming of this moment just as long as me, was unreal.
Loved having so many good conversations with other designers and people from industry!
Congrats to all the other Loughborough students who were there with me, it was such a fun week and everyone smashed it.

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10° DEGREES : My ‘TOP TEN’… [well, eleven actually…!!!] - from this year’s graduate design showcase @newdesigners at @bdclondon… closes on Saturday 4th July 2026 at 4pm.

@frayabarnesdesigns
@bexstiles
@taybahshabbir_textiles
@gracie.ryan_designs
@lisaclarespencer
@textilesbyleah
@nayanawadhwastudio
@rhlgraphics
@miamiatextiles
@saz.cbee
@oodlesofyarn_

@dmutextile.design
@dmu_designinnovation
@lboro_textiles
@uniofstaffscreativeindustries
@uniofstaffs
@ntutextiledesign
@norwichuni_textiledesign
@swanseacollegeofart_uwtsd
@bsu__schoolofdesign
@textiles_bathschoolofdesign
@mcrschart
@aubtextilesdesign

#newdesigners
#degreeshow
#furthereducation
#nextgeneration
#toptalent

More stories and images on Instagram and Facebook at @mr.co.flowerhouse.

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Congratulations 🙌🏼 to all the New Designers showcasing work @newdesigners this year @bdclondon

Stand out work from @ediecarneyprints recognised by @romo_fabrics judging panel - loved the playful interpretation of folklore and full Glastonbury vibes 👏🏼 @bathspauni

Then these fun play on traditional #passamenterie from @katiestweeds stopped me in my tracks.

In the gallery, these beautiful woven mats from @emilygwendoline_design caught my eye - designed to be used outdoors but also made from compostable hemp fibres and using natural dyes @herefordarts

On the way out spotted these beautiful weaves from @graceannie.arts exploring the feeling of ‘anemoia’ nostalgia for a time you’ve never actually experienced 💙 beautiful work

And amazing chair from @oliver.stiff reworking @viviennewestwood sample waste into this beautiful chair - student from @rca_designproducts 👏🏼

Finally - a big thanks to Emma, Defne, Thomas and Eva from @universityofleeds BSc Product Design and @frejamalle.embroidery for being super engaged when discussing waste and material choices today during my mini talk - and lovely to meet @sally_ann_gill - love chatting rubbish bins with people 🗑️

Wishing all designers the best with their onward journey into the working world! 🌍

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I’m so excited to be part of London Textile Month with Selvedge!

⭐️A bit about me⭐️

My practice takes a contemporary approach to hand embroidery, grounded in sustainability, and inspired by my Egyptian heritage. I combine decorative stitching with thoughtful textile, exploring how traditional skills and cultural influences can be reimagined through modern design.

Alongside my own creative practice, I’ve led workshops for London Textile Month, Manchester Metropolitan University, Loughborough and London College of Fashion, where I work as a specialist embroidery technician. In my workshops, I share the enduring relevance of hand stitching as both a practical skill and an expressive language.

Link in bio for workshop details and in story!

Photo by @aluncallenderphoto

Head to the Selvedge link in bio or visit selvedge.org > Events > Textile Month to explore what’s on and book your place.

@cockpitstudios workshop with @joannelambstudio
and @kimsutherlandstudio

@selvedgemagazine

#SelvedgeLondonTextileMonth #LTM2026

@fashion_declares @slowstitchclub @grahamhollick @catherine.linens @dolly_clothing @indilisi_ @wearefashion_lsad @museumofthehome @alicegabb @kiseti
@looplondonloves @artist.and.nomad @celiabirchall.studio @batsfordgallery @cwellesleysmith @catherinemarielongtin @batsfordbooks @deenabeverley
@cuttsandsons @cosproplondonuk @rickard_dearie @huesofbatik @illuminated_arts_peckham @sharon_kearley @alihollowayweaver @ceres_naturaldyesprints @americanmuseumandgardens @warnertextilearchive @sand.and.stars
@qingfibre @csabodesigns @lottajansdotter @liz.baltesz @thequiltersguild @clarissahulse @london.woven @janielightfoottextiles @obeetee @redwork2014 @nadia_embroidery @the_textile_society @readingmuseum @textileresearchcentre @wimbledonual @the.merl @contemporarywardrobe @fashiontextilemuseum
@threads_unpicked ghailokesh @judyfrater @sufiyankhatri @ruup.and.form @fentonhousent
@uniofbrighton @charlestontrust @royalneedlework @the_woolmen @estbest01 @subrang.arts @vankar_vishram_valji @textilesgold @rubyjhodgson @schooloftextiles @sarahcampbelldesigns @williammorrissocietyuk @cabinetbyty @rachnagarodia @neerscreenprints

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We wrapped up the academic year with an unforgettable finale as our second‑year Textile Design and Fashion Design & Technology students unveiled their final outcomes for their Speculative Futures for Fashion & Textiles module.

Across the final six‑week block, ten mixed teams imagined futures ranging from eco‑communes drifting on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch to worlds where body modification, weight‑loss drugs, and social media have completely inverted gender norms.

Each team translated their scenario into two striking looks, turning DigiLab East into a runway of possibility, critique, and fearless creativity.

A powerful close to the year and a glimpse of the designers shaping tomorrow.

📸Photography by Final year Fine Art student @camleighton.studio

#SpeculativeFutures #TextileDesign #FashionDesign #FashionShow #SustainableFutures

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🏆 SDCA Degree Show 2026 - Textile Design BA Award Winners 🏆

Our Textile Design BA inspires and trains the next generation of multi-disciplinary textiles practitioners. Our superb students showed off their talents through their final year projects on display at the Degree Show.

Our Degree Show awards, supported by industry partners, recognise outstanding final year Textile Design BA students and their projects for a range of criteria including innovation in materials and sustainable design principles.

A huge congratulations to all of our Textile Design BA award winners:

💜 Innovation Award - Hannah Bennison
💜 Commercial Application Award - Alice Taylor
💜 Sustainable Approach Award - Neve Mills

Thank you to @awhainsworth @priestmangoode @anstey_wallpaper_company for supporting in the judging and shortlisting process for the above awards.

💜 Diverse Voices in Textiles Winners - Joanna Cherian, Rosa Ironmonger and Becca Ogden
💜 Diverse Voices in Textiles Highly Commended - Immy Fraser-Williams and Grace Hitchcock
💜 Rosy Chetwyn Positive Impact Award - Lola Bate
💜 Edward Sharp Prize - Amelia Dittmann
💜 Potclays Highly Commended – Sian Brewin @potclays

The programme also hosted their own awards, recognising students’ achievements across a variety of fun categories - well done to everyone involved!

📸 Photography by Ibby ONeill @ibby_oneill

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