Contemporary Dancer and Contemplative figure workshop If you would like to learn my sculpture technique and create your own unique sculptures then follow the link to find out more about these workshops. For these workshops I will be including one hour weekly face-to-face classes via zoom where I will demonstrate the lesson processes as you …
the “problem” with natural dyes
I have been having the best time experimenting and working with naturally dyed wool fibres. The colours are wonderful, soft, vibrant and all from plant materials. Along the way I have tried planting and growing dye plants, purchased dried pant material and natural dye extracts. So, after two years here is a synopsis: Growing dye …
What’s happening my my workshop…
New 2D felt wall art inspired by the changing seasons of the Shropshire landscape. Dyes Madder Fustic Weld Buddelia Natural dyes with good light fastness properties. I have used a variety of long wool fibres - Blue Faced Leicester, Leicester long wool, Wensleydale on a base of Perendale and Merino. Dyed silk fibres and fabrics …
Inspired by Carpets
I am looking at the work of Faig Ahmed again as part of research for new work. I find his way of thinking very exciting and inspirational - to think subconsciously - to go with the flow of thought, enquiry and inquisitiveness - spontaneous 'what if' and 'why not' and 'just do it? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdL2VldIKPk&t=177s Textile.org …
Preparing for natural dyeing 2024
Last year I experimented with natural dyes, creating a palette of colours that reflect the area I live in - Shropshire UK. Alongside homegrown plant materials I augment my colour palette with natural dye extracts - easy to mix in solution and they have a certain consistency. For example, I will get a much deeper …
Sculpting with wool fibres is akin to working with clay.
Sculpting with wool fibres is akin to working with clay. To explore the idea of mixing the two materials I mixed uncarded wool locks into a ceramic slip to create simple shapes. The shape and texture created is quite delicate and beautiful - full of movement. Primary firing The clay slip and fibres survived the …
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Large Contemplative felt Figure Workshop
Contemplative Figure Workshop begins 27th October
A pod’s journey…
I began the pod with white and naturally dyed merino wool. Once the pod was formed and partially fulled I stitched in thick welts across the surface with needle and thread, then fulled with a sander followed by stuffing the pod well with cotton fabric before and placing in the dryer, on hot, for 15 …
Edwardian Fashion Plate
Some years ago I was given a framed Victorian fashion plate - the dresses have been picked out with fabrics, lace and beads and I love it. I set out to make my own 'dressed' fashion plate and, fifteen years later, she is looking very tired! Hand embroidery on the shawl.Edges frayed to create a …
Garden Figure Adieu
Adieu Garden Figure.
