Crafts CouncilDirectoryDarren Ball Textile ArtistTextile NarrativesAboutThe ideas for these embroideries emerge from Darren’s knowledge and love of knit and textiles. Whilst researching the history of knit he came across a portrait of the Duke of Windsor wearing a beautiful Fair Isle sweater. The story behind the painting inspired both of the embroideries, David and Mary and began Darren’s exploration into the blending of knit and embroidery.Darren Ball Textile ArtistCarmarthenshire, WalesRoger, Darren BallFreehand machine embroidery with applique and handknit on vintage handkerchiefDavid, Darren BallFreehand machine embroidery with applique and handknit on calicoMary, Darren BallFreehand machine embroidery with applique and handknit on calicoTextile NarrativesAboutThe ideas for these embroideries emerge from Darren’s knowledge and love of knit and textiles. Whilst researching the history of knit he came across a portrait of the Duke of Windsor wearing a beautiful Fair Isle sweater. The story behind the painting inspired both of the embroideries, David and Mary and began Darren’s exploration into the blending of knit and embroidery.Darren Ball Textile ArtistCarmarthenshire, WalesRoger, Darren BallFreehand machine embroidery with applique and handknit on vintage handkerchiefMary, Darren BallFreehand machine embroidery with applique and handknit on calicoDavid, Darren BallFreehand machine embroidery with applique and handknit on calicoMore from Darren Ball Textile ArtistProjectLégumesProjectLes FleursProjectBrighton BelleProjectLadies & GentlemenProjectBespoke Framing