Hollie Ward is an award winning hand weaver originally from Yorkshire and based in South London. Hollie's love of fabric comes from her love of punk music and from her teen years had a fascination with tartan and checks, combined with an interest in making, she learned how to weave. Hollie graduated from the University of Huddersfield, a university chosen for being in a town rich with weaving heritage. 

Hollie has been weaving from her studio for the past 7 years and creates small collections and one off pieces throughout the year. She has previously spent time in rural Iceland on a residency and recently on the Isle of Lewis working with local weavers. Her inspiration comes from being immersed in places with deep textile heritage.