VOICED : British artist sews an entire newsagents shop with felt

Sparrow has transformed a rundown London store into a felt art installation, featuring a playful take on Andy Warhol's Campbell Soup cans. Inspired by her time working at a newsagent, Sparrow's project comments on the decline of small local shops due to the rise of supermarkets. The project was partially funded by the England Arts Council and largely supported by a Kickstarter campaign, raising over £10,000. The installation includes 4,000 felt items, all available for purchase, and offers workshops for those interested in creating their own felt art. Sparrow plans to expand her project to New York, stocking a 7-11 with felt creations.

What inspired Sparrow to create the felt installation?

• Her love for art

• Her experience working at a newsagent

• A visit to a supermarket

• A childhood memory

How was Sparrow's project primarily funded?

• Through a government grant

• By selling felt items

• Via Kickstarter crowdfunding

• With personal savings

What is the price range for the items in Sparrow's installation?

• £1 to £50

• £20 to £300

• £10 to £200

• £5 to £150

What additional activity does Sparrow offer for those interested in felt art?

• Guided tours

• Online tutorials

• Workshops

• Art exhibitions

Where does Sparrow plan to take her felt installation project next?

• Paris

• Tokyo

• Sydney

• New York