Siobhan Murphy: The Future of Jewellery & Object Design

We're excited to present the work of Siobhan Murphy, the inaugural recipient of the Pieces of Eight Catalyst Award, presented as part of this year's Craft Fresh! Award.

The Catalyst Award exists because supporting the next generation of makers, through mentorship, industry guidance, and real investment in their practice, is something we care about for the long haul. Using precious metals alongside knitting and hairwork, Siobhan's work seeks to explore what we dismiss as merely decorative, and what we choose to value. As a female-led business, we felt her intention deeply.

From June 29 - July 12, 2026, our Gallery facade will be adorned with Siobhan's striking creations, alongside imagery from a styled shoot we commissioned to document these pieces being worn.

Special thanks to the following team for this photoshoot:
Photography: @shakirrarees
Stylist: @emmanue.l
MUA: @brookelockwoodd
Assist: @__silly__boy___
Style assist: @veron1que__
Talent: @elaraward

Read more about why we selected Siobhan as the winner of the Catalyst Award here.

"My work is centered on feminine expression, through which I seek to poke holes in modern notions of beauty and value. Through the use of precious metals and textile techniques, I aim to celebrate the precision and dexterity embedded in the decorative arts. The resistant nature of metal heightens the complexity and intentionality behind every stitch. The resulting fabric is highly defined and invites the viewer to pay close attention to the carefully thought out stitch and weave patterns. My work aims to highlight the expertise and manual skills behind traditional feminine craft, which has long been dismissed as merely ornamental or feminine."