Threadmill will celebrate Farfield Mill's industrial heritage an unique identity, whilst showcasing the versatility of wool fibre, yarn and cloth by exploring different ways in which these can be manipulated and re-presented in new forms.

REMEMBERING and respecting the history and heritage of the local wool trade and acknowledging its close links with the culture, industry and agriculture of the region.

The focus and central theme of our proposed exhibition is a celebration of the rich heritage of the wool industry of Cumbria and the Yorkshire Dales. Wool in its many forms has been and to some extent remains an important part of the economy for these areas.

REACTING to and rekindling the use of wool as a base material in our textile work.
Exploring of the potential of wool fibres, threads and fabrics, both new and re-purposed.

Reacting and responding to the rich and varied products of the wool industry, past and present provides the valuable opportunity to address contemporary concerns regarding the re-use, recycling and renewal of textiles. Repair and utilization of new and old materials and techniques allows for practical as well as experimental approaches to materials and techniques with opportunities to create new and exciting textile forms.

RETELLING and re-imagining the story through offering a number of different contemporary approaches to textile art.

As individuals, we offer different interpretations through our textile art. Our work is diverse in style and scale. The skills, techniques and processes we use are varied and innovative. For this exhibition, we will develop a body of work which tells new stories. By working together, we will create a cohesive exhibition which celebrates the present through the re-imagining of the past.