Graze Designs

Welcome to Graze Designs!



Graze Designs is an independent design label showcasing the work of Textile Design specialist Deborah Ratcliffe. The label specialises in original textile artwork and one off designs for Soft Furnishing Accessories and Fashion Accessories.  Every product is an original design and is guaranteed never to be repeated.


Deborah was trained in the UK at Bradford College gaining a BA(hons) in Textile Design and Business in 2001.  She has exhibited a variety of works, including wall hangings and fashion accessories, at New Designers London 2001, Maderia Knit & Stitch Harrogate 2002, Creative Fibre Hamilton 2007, Colour Me Orange Ngaruawahia 2007. Deborah has also worked on one off commissions based on Soft Furnishing Accessories and Textile Arts. A qualified teacher, she has taught both in the UK and New Zealand, she is registered as an Artist In Schools for the Waikato region, and is a tutor for adult evening classes in textiles at Twin Rivers Art Gallery for 2008


Fully trained as a weaver, many of her designs incorporate weave design, again guaranteed original and one off design.  Many of the fabrics produced are only sample size, others have limited 3 metre productions.  

Therefore, there will never be the same fabric produced again.

Surface pattern is a must in all Graze Designs, you are guaranteed a detailed product of high quality, embellishment, and originality.  

Using methods of printing, dye application, embroidery, applique, weaving, patchwork, and construction.

A Graze Designs product is a must for the individual to express their personality.


Interior Design options are available, consultations and quotes on request.
Children's products and room designs a treat to accomplish! Enquire for an individual design.
Fashion Accessories - handbags, scarves, hats, gloves
Textile Artwork - commissions welcome