Walk out into Colour
‘Walk out like someone suddenly born into colour. Do it now’. Rumi. Starting something new… Sometimes you just have to start something and get your hands working. This piece started when I felt the urge to cover a large piece in yellow and use lots of colour. I then used some pastel colours in an…
The Wishing Trees
This large (87x72cm framed) fibre piece is made using a base layer of carded bright yellow lambs wool on the merino felt backing, with thin silk mawata as a top layer. Sparkling nylon fibres are sandwiched between layers to give the slight dew effect. The trees and roots are made with wool for volume and…
Variety of Fibres
A selection of some of the white fibres in my collection. Where I use them and why.
Representational Fibre Art – Wayland’s Smithy
How do I create a representational artwork using fibre? Here’s one way…
Do I draw?
Is drawing part of my fibre art process?
Holiday Snaps!
Did you know that I create fibre art from photos?
Klimt’s ‘The Kiss’
The making of my fibre version of ‘The Kiss’
Framing Fibre Art
How do I frame my piece? One of the frequently asked questions from my commission and workshop customers.
Gift Ideas – Anniversary
Fibre art makes an unusual and unique gift for any occasion. It can be especially good for anniversaries! Here’s a few ideas for anniversary gifts…
Tools and Equipment – Felting Needles
How do felting needles work? A little summary of felting needles and how I use them to make fibre pictures.
Making Fibre Art
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