Textiles and Bookbinding
Lorna Newton is a textile and mixed media artist and artisan crafter whose work explores texture, narrative, and the expressive possibilities of stitch. Combining both hand and machine sewing techniques, she creates richly layered textile pictures, three-dimensional stitched sculptures, and intricately bound books.
Her work often begins with fabric and thread, evolving organically as she builds up surfaces with color, texture, and form. From delicately embroidered scenes to sculptural forms that seem to come alive with personality, her pieces reflect a deep love of material and an intuitive, exploratory approach to making.
In addition to textile crafts, Lorna is an accomplished bookbinder, creating hand-bound books that often incorporate her stitched work. These books are tactile objects — part sketchbook, part sculpture, part story — each one a unique fusion of craftsmanship and creativity.
Inspired by the landscapes of Norfolk, the rhythms of nature, and the quiet beauty of everyday life, her work invites close attention and a sense of wonder. Whether through thread, fabric, or paper, Lorna crafts thoughtful, textural artworks that blur the lines between fine art and craft.
