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I made this work because many people assume I must be patient to be able to work in very slow mediums like tapestry and handweaving.No, I am not patient!I am actually a very highly-strung, ‘Energiser Bunny’ kind of person, some say ‘pocket rocket’, I don’t sit still, I don’t relax, and I never stop creating. I’m completely obsessed. And I realise that saying all of this out loud makes me sound kinda crazy. But that’s just the way I am.I find a way to work on my creativity every single day, even when working full time, because I feel super...

I’m on a roll!I have 7 weeks until the Bowerbird Market!! So my priority is restocking all my sold-out colourways, starting with the Dappers :)I need to sew up the Olive Dappers, but today the Plum Dappers came off the loom - woohoooo!I’ll let you know when they are up on the website, but put 5 - 7 May in your calender if you’d rather buy them in person!You can find the entire range on my website :D

I have been requested to make this video about how I prepare my cartoons for tapestry weaving. You asked, I delivered! Though I will warn you, I couldn't stop talking, and it ended up being longer than I planned, haha! I know I keep saying this, but it's really important - I'm just giving you TIPS - I'm definitely not saying I'm 100% right. Experiment, and see what works for you!

Studio still life :DI LOVE my little studio at Collective Haunt - it is my oasis of calm, and I surround myself with my favourite artworks. And yes, I AM a neat freak, not apologising for that :DYou can find me here most Saturdays, so come and visit between 11 and 4!

Just letting you know you can weave while wearing winklepickers, lol!Doesn’t matter if I’m about to go out for a fancy lunch, or just hanging around the house … I’ll always find time to squeeze in some weaving.It’s therapy, y’know?You can find all my delicious creations here on my website :)