Woven Motion : Home of handmade fabric crafts
Distinctive Handmade Bags and Woollen Ornaments from Co Clare, Ireland
About Woven Motion
Joan Harold
Joan Harold
Joan Harold
Joan creates unique handmade fabric crafts using threads and fabric, drawing inspiration from her family and her home in The Burren, Co Clare. .
Joan Harold
Joan Harold
CREATOR TO CRAFTER
Joan is a dedicated fabric designer known for her signature collection inspired by the natural beauty of the Burren in Co Clare. Her artistic process begins with the rich flora of this unique region, translating the delicate beauty of local flowers into exquisite fabric designs. Using a combination of sketching, watercolour painting and digital illustration, Joan creates precise images and patterns that capture the essence of her natural surroundings.
Each pattern is printed on high-quality fabric. Once the fabric is ready, Joan handcrafts each product herself, ensuring the highest level of detail and quality.
Joan's work stands out for its originality and exclusivity. She produces limited edition product 'batches' where unique combinations of her original fabric and contrasting materials come together, making each piece truly one-of-a-kind. When you purchase a 'Woven Motion' bag, you are guaranteed a bespoke, limited edition item that reflects Joan's dedication to artistry and sustainability.
Joan's creative process spans from the design's origin to the product's completion, with you, the customer, continuing the journey forward.
Her commitment to sustainability and style is evident in her careful selection of remnant and end-of-line fabrics, for other ranges of products adding to her bespoke collections.
Explore Joan's collection and discover the beauty and craftsmanship that goes into every piece.
KNITTED TOGETHER
Joan is an artist who specializes in creating unique, one-of-a-kind knitted 'textile sculptures' that serve as lifelong ornamental pieces for any home. Her meticulously crafted sculptures range from angels and couples to families and individual figurines, each piece radiating its own distinct personality and charm.
The creation of each character is an organic process, with their expressions and forms emerging naturally as Joan works. The dedication, time, and attention to detail she invests in each piece are clearly visible, making every sculpture a true work of art.
In addition to her unique sculptures, Joan offers commissioned pieces tailored to the specifications provided by families or friends, ensuring a deeply personal and meaningful creation. The joy and satisfaction these commissioned pieces bring to their recipients are reflected in the numerous testimonials available for viewing on the 'Feedback' page.
Joan's commitment to giving back is demonstrated through her regular donations to various charities including Palestine Red Crescent Society Focus Ireland, Clare Haven and Temple St Foundation . Her work not only brings beauty and warmth into homes but also supports worthy causes, making a positive impact on the community.
Explore Joan's collection to find a unique, handcrafted textile sculpture that will add a touch of artistry and individuality to your home.
Woven Inspiration: Where Nature Meets Fabric
The Burren
Fabric of life
The Gentian
The Burren, often called 'The Fertile Rock,' is renowned for its stunning and unique floral display. This serene yet vibrant landscape is a nurturing place to live. Its colours and flowers are the central inspiration for the distinctive fabric designs of Woven Motion.
The Gentian
Fabric of life
The Gentian
A stunning flower popping up from grey limestone in spring and summer.
Fabric of life
Fabric of life
Fabric of life
The way the gentian ignites the heart with its fluid and timeless beauty greatly influences the patterns Joan creates. She draws from the base colours of the limestone, grass, sunshine, summer sky, and the dark, cavernous depths hidden beneath the rock. The interaction of sky, land and water intricately shape all her designs and fabric choices.
Where to find Woven Motion Products
The Burren Centre
The Burren Centre
The Burren Centre
Joan's products are available at The Burren Centre in her home village of Kilfenora, Co Clare. If you're passing through, be sure to call in.
Featured Creative
The Burren Centre
The Burren Centre
In June and July 2024, Joan joined a group of talented creatives at the Design Bank initiative in Miltown Malbay, Co Clare. There are plans for this initiative to become a permanent fixture in Miltown starting in 2025.
Craft Fairs
The Burren Centre
Craft Fairs
Local businesses play a vital role in supporting the local economy. Joan participates in 'Meet the Maker' craft fairs from May to October in Ennistymon at the Falls Craft Fair (Saturdays) and in Ballyvaughan Co Clare with The Burren Arts and Crafts Fair (Sundays).
Bespoke Creations
Woven Motion
Limited edition handmade crafts