Penny Maltby, textile artist and straw worker. Traditional craft through a contemporary lens.
Taking inspiration from folklore, farming and harvest as well as the shapes and aesthetics of straw craft I have designed a range of textiles. From luxury silk scarves and cotton bandanas to household linens, these items are produced in the UK for me by specialist manufacturers.
As a designer maker with a background in textiles and a passion for materials and Heritage Crafts. My main focus is on the endangered crafts of the straw world and how the use of this humble material has shaped us, our landscapes, our communities and our Cultural Heritage. In addition I teach traditional straw skills to summer schools, corporate clients, museums and other institutions.
Cumbrian Mell Doll Online workshop Thursday 19th November 2026 7pm–9pm UK time
Harvest Collection
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Cumbrian Mell Doll Online Workshop | 19 November 2026£35.00£35.00 -
Corn Dolly Pattern No. 1 Indigo Cotton Tea Towel£14.00£14.00 -
Corn Dolly Pattern No. 1 Indigo Cotton Pocket Apron£24.00£24.00 -
Harvest Trophy No. 1 Green Silk Scarf 65£90.00£90.00