Lauren Shanley, who has died aged 66, was a pioneer of sustainable fashion, recycling vintage fabrics to create vibrant new textiles, clothing and accessories.She arrived in the UK from her native New Zealand in 1985, yet to find her creative niche.London was the catalyst she needed.A self-taught artist, she set about improving the dress-making skills first learned from her mother, along with embroidery and applique techniques.
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