Our studio team works closely alongside Margo across weaving, design, production and the wider running of the business. The studio team work together to develop Margo’s artistic practice alongside commercially produced textiles, embodying our Art Into Industry ethos.

The studio produces rugs, cushions, scarves, fabric, towels, bed linen and blankets, working with retail, trade and wholesale customers across the UK and internationally. Alongside this commercial work, Margo and the studio team create hand woven artworks, including large-scale pieces.  Selected exhibitions include Saatchi Gallery, Somerset House and Canterbury Cathedral.

A placement at Margo Selby Studio offers students the opportunity to experience both the depth of professional weaving and the realities of working within a busy, independent design business.

Our studio brings together artistic practice, technical weaving and commercial production. Students have the opportunity to spend time during their placement developing their weaving skills,  working alongside experienced weavers and gaining hands-on experience. They will also be involved in the ecommerce side of the business including dispatch and production. 

Interns will gain an insight into the day to day running of a creative business, experiencing the changing priorities of a busy studio and seeing how design, production, operations, marketing, sales and customer relationships work together. As a small team, there is a breadth of experience to be gained that may be difficult to find within a larger organisation.

A placement with us suits a student who wants to use and improve their skills in the realities of the textile industry. Interns take on genuine responsibility across weaving, design and ecommerce gaining practical experience to support their next step, whether that is a graduate role or further study. Our best interns come ready to learn, are open to all experiences and are flexible and willing. As with all experiences, you get out what you are prepared to put in.