Flock of Two.

Tell us about Flock of Two and how it all began.

Flock of Two is the two of us, Rosie and Ruth. We first met in 1999 at a mutual workplace. As the years went on, we continued to end up as co-workers for separate employers. Obviously the universe was trying to tell us something. Who are we to fight our destiny? Thus, Flock of Two was born.
 

We have a studio in the Salamanca Arts Centre and here we design and create a range of porcelain jewellery, leather and hide purses and soft furnishings using our own fabric designs.

 

Describe some of the sustainable aspects to your creations...

We favour working with natural materials and sustainable fabrics, some of which are by-products of other industries. For example, our cushion inserts are filled with 100% PET fibre, which is derived from recycled water bottles. We also manufacture locally and design our pieces with a timeless style in mind.
 

What inspires you creatively and keeps you motivated?

We gain inspiration from the materials we work with; different textures and mediums and the many ways they can be paired. We look at the natural attributes of our raw materials and from that create a form that is both beautiful and elegant in its simplicity.

We also love the collaborative process of working with other designers and seeing how different creative processes mix together to create new and exciting ideas. Motivation also comes from looking outward at the world and the happiness that comes from being a part of the wider creative community.

 

What do you enjoy most about creating and making?
 

Pretty much all of it! We love the brain storming sessions and the ‘play’ part where it’s no holds barred. There’s a certain holistic feeling that comes from creating and making. Having an idea and then taking that idea from thought to physical form is just so satisfying!

 

What is it about Hustle&Scout that made you want to be a stall holder?

 

We love Hustle&Scout’s ethos and feel it falls very much in line with how we feel about our own brand. We love that they celebrate the handmade, support local makers and emerging designers. We’re very excited to be a part of the first Hobart Hustle&Scout!

OUR FAVE THINGS:

 
Guilty pleasure:

Feasting on handmade doughnuts from Small Fry – essential for creative meetings!

What you wanted to be when you grew up:
Between the two of us our aspirations included architect, Mark from G-force, policewoman, graphic designer, horticulturist, Luke Skywalker and self employed creative entrepreneur (Yay! We’re there!)

Fave fashion piece you own:

Rosie: I love my pair of Jane Hodgetts reclaimed brass earrings - they go with everything!

Ruth: My mustard duffle coat that helps me brave the walk to work when the weather gets fresh. That and a big scarf!

Fave place to unwind in Hobart:

Our studio sofa is pretty damn good! On the social side of things, we often meet up after work on a Thursday at Jack Greene. Great beer and burgers, can’t go past the beef and blue cheese or mushroom and haloumi!

Role models:

This is tough as there are so many people we find amazing and inspiring! A few creative crushes would include Beci Orpin, Bridget Bodenham and Megan Morton (and Morgan Freeman but that goes without saying, doesn’t it?).