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Tapestry artist, weaver and teacher based in Bbox Studios, Newcastle upon Tyne.

I am a tapestry artist and weaver based in a creative studio in Newcastle upon Tyne.  I also teach tapestry - both in workshops and online.  

​I've always loved creating and design.  My background is as a professional artist - using charcoal, pastels and acrylics - in portrait, animal and landscape work.  Now I have transferred that knowledge to tapestry and like to paint with threads.  

​I love to use my artistic background with my tapestry work - using colour blending techniques with multiple fine threads.  My work is very intuitive, specialising in small scale intricate tapestries where I like to push the boundaries of what you can do in a small space.  I love to design images (cartoons) to work from and I am currently focusing on landscapes and seascapes.  I was born by the sea and it holds a special place for me. 

​I have been in BBox Studios in Newcastle upon Tyne for over 5 years.  I started in a small studio as an artist and now have a bigger weaving studio with its own workshop space.

​In 2024 I launched tapestry classes from my studio and would love to share my journey with you.  I also launched online tapestry classes. It's an exciting step forward as I'm connecting with people worldwide.  I'm passionate about what I do and it's been life changing - bringing so much calmness and colour to my life.

Textile design will remain a part of my journey too as I love all aspects of weaving and design.  I have many looms - from the smallest pocket loom to a floor loom.  I love to create tapestry on a bigger scale - making rugs on my floor loom.  The Scandinavian weaving method, Krokbragd, fascinates me too as it creates very colourful patterns on the loom.  I have started creating cushions in the Scandi weave and will launch these soon.  ​

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