A TALENTED young textiles designer has been recognised for her innovative work - by being selected to take part in a prestigious exhibition.
Navdeep Dhiman, from Ilford, has been chosen to exhibit her work at The Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair (GNCCF) in Manchester.
She was selected by a panel of experts from over 350 applicants to take part in the event - which is one of the most important held by the textiles industry.
Ms Dhiman - whoc has a degree in textile design from Chelsea College of Art and Design - specialises in making products from thread, resin, hand dyed plastic and handmade beads.
The fair - which will be held from October 22 to 25 - gives designers the chance to sell their work directly to the public.
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