First Peoples fashion and textiles, as explored in Stitchin’ Stories: Blak & Threadly, reflect a rich tapestry of cultural narratives, history, and contemporary expressions of identity.
The fourth iteration of the Blak Design program, Stitchin’ Stories showcases the creative output of nine boundary-pushing First Peoples designers.
Recruited through an open call to work with fashion and textiles, these participants have produced nearly thirty pieces, that exemplify the dynamic ways in which fashion and textiles express cultural continuity and innovation. Many of the works incorporate sustainable and recycled materials, reinforcing the importance of Country and environment in contemporary creative First Peoples design practice.
Image: Emmy Webbers (Gunai/Kurnai), Rewoven Identity, 2025. Collection of the artist. Photo: Christian Capurro.
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