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Contemporary, sustainable woollen textiles. Handwoven in Northern Ireland by Nicola Gates.
Olla Nua handwoven samples, photo by Simon Mills

Olla Nua | Handwoven by Nicola Gates

 

I love to make practical yet beautiful textiles that can be worn, carried or used to bring comfort and tactility to our homes. The handweaving process allows me to re-imagine cloth; to be inspired but not limited by our craft heritage.

The name Olla Nua comes from the Irish words for 'new wool', reflecting my aim to use this natural, sustainable material in a modern, imaginative way.

I design & make all of my textiles in my studio in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

 
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the making of ‘every stitch a stone’ wall hanging

 

Video by TACA, music by Carol Anne McGowan

 

 

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Winding down... A couple of weeks ago I said goodbye to my studio space on Hopefield Avenue that has been the home for my big looms since I launched Olla Nua back in late 2015. It was sad to think that I won't be weaving there again, but I'm excited
Are you relaxing & getting cosy yet? Wishing you all a peaceful & happy Christmas. And a big Thank-you for all of the support for my little business over the past year, whether through buying handwoven goods or sending encouraging words, I ap
*Saileach tote bag with handwoven woollen panel & linen* This is the larger size, and the last tote design in stock. It's a handy size to use as a project for a small knitting or crochet work in progress. The kind of thing I'd love to work on i
I love hearing how you are enjoying my woollen goods! I received some lovely feedback last night on a Lunula wrap scarf sent to a customer in Cork. I've always said, nothing makes me happier in my work than knowing that people are enjoying wearing or
Very excited to see Olla Nua handwovens featured in the new issue of Irish Homes, Interiors & Living Magazine in their Made In Ireland pages! A big thank-you to @ihilmagazine @gabypaulallen for highlighting my work amongst so many interesting I
Cosy weekend lie-in's anyone? For me, winter is when the comfort and warmth of wool really becomes a big part of our home. In the photo: Ely cushions in soft grey & peat Lunula blanket in warm grey 🐏 Handwoven in my studio close to Cavehill,
Handwoven Lunula wrap scarves in four colourways, back in stock in my online shop. Thanks so much for all your orders after my update last night! I designed this piece as a really versatile textile that will see many years of use. Long & fine en
A little selection of the felted woollen baubles that will be available in my shop update this evening (Thursday 18th Nov) at 8pm. These were really popular last year, so I decided to bring them back...they are labour intensive to make though, so a