Queen's Speech
A big hello and warm welcome to my little shop where I meticulously hand make considered, often humorous, objects for you, your home and for life. Whilst trying to do my bit for the planet and limit landfill, most of my unique textile pieces are made from vintage household items, repurposing fabrics whenever possible. I love a good charity shop as well as the next chronic hoarder, and often stumble across a piece of fabric or trim that I feel compelled to purchase! These 'finds' may well sit in my stash for years, just waiting for that right tea cosy or pennant or cushion, to come along. I also like to take a moment to consider who may have owned this particular piece of fabric, where has it come from; maybe it's a dress or some curtains or just a scrap from someone elses project. With this in mind I like to think I am helping it on it's journey and adding something to the story. In the words of the late, great Louise Bourgeois, 'The act of sewing is a process of emotional repair'. Clothing and textiles really do hold powerful memories, I treasure the old and the worn and enjoy refashioning them into playful and whimsical pieces. On this note, some of my work may contain the odd swear or two, or the mention of the menopause. As I have (very) grasciously aged, I feel the need to shout about things a bit more, and there is nothing better than a positive and inspiring OR rude embroidered comment to help get you through the day. 'The essence of life is to find light in dark situations', another quote I nabbed, can't for the life of me remember from whom? Anyway, if you have read this far without dropping off, well done, and thank you for visiting.