Jennifer Rothwell

To celebrate Irish artists, folklore, legends and traditions through fashion in a modern and contemporary way which the National Museum of Ireland acknowledged in 2016, by purchasing her designs for their collections.

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Artist Statement

My designs are conversation starters and promote both modern day Ireland while paying homage to Ireland’s rich and wonderful past. My designs pair innovative design with high quality finishing. They are beautiful, elegant and timeless, yet unique. My designs uplift your soul and make you smile! In conclusion, great design makes people smile! My textiles prints are vibrant, colourful, beautiful, uplifting and unique.

What inspires you to work with this craft?

The St Brigid Draped Skirt design I submitted is extra special to me as it is Inspired by St Brigid, the goddess of Fire, Ireland’s first female Saint and Harry Clarke stained glass window from St Mary’s church in Co Mayo. The print is in tribute and honour of St Brigid’s the goddess of fire, who is synonyms for song, craftsmanship and poetry, which the Irish considered the flame of knowledge. It is my mission to promote Ireland worldwide through wearable works of art that tell the story of Ireland.

How do you start your creative process?

I celebrate Irish artists, folklore, legends and traditions through fashion in a modern and contemporary way .