Bark, bark and more bark!

As well as seeking out new bark surfaces I like to draw them in different media, which in turn gives me more interesting patterns and textures to turn into my textile designs.

A Knotty Problem?

Will this charcoal drawing of knots ..

Look better as a discharge print

Or by using applique, machine embroidery, couching and hand stitch?

What do you think? More work needed, maybe.

The Ancient Tree’s Tale

Thinking about my ancient tree I decided to explore its unique patterns, first through drawing and then with stitch, using machine embroidery.

  

I Love This Tree

I was really taken by this ancient and unusual tree – I wondered what it had seen in its long liftetime and what stories it could tell.

It Started with Some Bark

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In my quest to seek out interesting patterns from nature I became addicted to bark. I just love the variety of textures and colours and the fact that every tree has its own unique fingerprint.  From this endless source of … Continue reading →