by Chelle | Jul 7, 2016 | creative play, Inspiration, Studio, teaching and travel
A gift from the heart and hand In the last 4 weeks I have had a significant health scare in my closest of close family all is excellent now. During this time I was reminded of how important friends and family are. They are the ones who lift you up and carry you... 
by Chelle | Jun 21, 2016 | creative play, Inspiration, Studio
Surface Texture Don’t think. Thinking is the enemy of creativity. It’s self-conscious, and anything self-conscious is lousy. You can’t try to do things. You simply must do things” – Ray Bradbury Coke can brooches Materials Hand dyed silk velvet or your choice... 
by Chelle | May 19, 2016 | creative play, Inspiration, Studio
A lace work textile bowl to keep or to give. “Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try” – Dr. Seuss I write a blog for Bernina International which I thought I would also share with you on my site,... 
by Chelle | May 11, 2016 | creative play, Inspiration, Studio
Inspiration and creativity surround us it is in our every day. “Creativity is all around us, and some of the funniest, most beautiful, and touching moments happen when you least expect it.” Bryce Dallas Howard I am not sure how you find your inspiration but I... 
by Chelle | Apr 22, 2016 | creative play, Inspiration, Studio
Thinking of new ways with my fabrics “Every child is an artist, the problem is staying an artist when you grow up” – Pablo Picasso We have a annual event at Stonehouse gallery it is held each May “Threadalicous” a group textile feature. I always try to create... 
by Chelle | Apr 15, 2016 | creative play, Studio
Rapt in colour Wrapped in warmth “The creative process is a process of surrender, not control.” Julia Cameron This week in my studio I have been making a cloak ( large wrap ). It has been physically demanding dancing large amounts of sumptuous pure wool fabric... 