Lily Everard - BA (Hons) Textiles in Practice
Tactile Constructs
I am a textile practitioner specialising in woven and knitted design. My approach is grounded in technical exploration, and I enjoy pushing the structural potential of textiles through both digital and hand-led processes. I work with a range of equipment—from Shima Seiki and Jacquard looms (TC1 and 2) to Dubied knitting machines and the arm-touch loom—which has opened my eyes to the vast possibilities of textile construction and how different technologies shape outcomes.
A current focus of mine is exploring the structural relationships between weave and knit, with the aim of creating modular and adaptable textiles. I believe that by emphasising tactility and modularity in design, textiles can encourage deeper engagement —inviting the viewer to become the user.
Sustainability is a core value in my practice. I consistently work with repurposed and deadstock yarns, aiming to design responsibly while still achieving technically ambitious results. For me, sustainability and innovation must go hand-in-hand, and I’m always looking for ways to maximise the potential of existing materials in functional, future-facing applications.
I am particularly interested in the engineered side of textiles— how they adapt, and how structure and material choice influence performance and user experience. I see my future in a role that allows me to further explore these qualities, ideally within industries where textiles serve a vital technical role.
I value precision, problem-solving, and creative experimentation, and I thrive in environments where design and engineering intersect. Leading to designs where function serves equally to aesthetic.
