ASHLEY CHEYENNE SANDERS
Location:
Springfield, GA, USA

ARTIST BIO
Springfield, Georgia-based textile craftsperson, Ashley Sanders, has refined her skills at needlecraft practices over the last decade. Originally a music major at Georgia Southern University, she transitioned from aural arts to visual by connecting with handicraft, specifically crochet. Expanding her knowledge at Savannah College of Art and Design, she gained a Master of Arts in Fibers. Her work involves creating one-of-a-kind vintage styled pieces for the body and the home.
Ashley's studies in this field have led her to a position with J.E by Judiann where she assists in the construction of couture bridal and formal wear, embellishes garments with jewelry, and teaches sewing classes.
Her work has been featured in multiple exhibitions and runway shows including New York Fashion Week and “Tectonics of Craft: Reclaiming the Timeless” at Gallery2424 in Savannah, Georgia. She has also been featured in VoyageATL Magazine and Effingham Magazine.
ARTIST STATEMENT
Crocheted doilies on any surface that would sit still, my mother cross-stitching in the evenings, and my great grandmother's home filled with little handmade trinkets are core memories that connect me with handicraft. It gave me an affinity for craft and led me to be a maker in all things I do. When looking around to find inspiration in everyday objects, I ask myself, “How could I make that in my style?”
My inspiration lies in revitalizing vintage and antique materials. I seek to offer these pieces new life in order to continue the tradition of passing them down through the generations. The work lends itself to timeless constructions, drawing inspiration from classic home decor and fashion silhouettes, rather than following trends. These pieces are more than decorative; they serve a function, and they offer an escape back to the familiar styles of the past.




