Welcome to the sixth edition of WOW’s designer newsletter - a round up of news and inspiration curated especially for you.

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When Daisy May Collingridge’s Lippydeema appeared onstage at WOW last year, the big, joyful wobbly creature was an immediate favourite. And not just with the audience - Lippy’s girth and humour impressed the judges as well.

A trousers, jacket, vest top, gloves and balaclava set made from hand-dyed jersey, wadding, and pellets, Lippy won not only the UK International award, but the International award outright. She was also runner-up in the Performance Art section as well. ...read more