CHALLENGING THE NORMS OF TEXTILE ART  There’s something exhilarating about breaking the rules—especially the ones we don’t even realize...

EMBRACE THE SEWING MACHINE IN NEW WAYS  As quilters and textile artists, we often find comfort in the familiar—the hum of our sewing...

The new year has started and for me, it brings with it a pull towards renewal and fresh beginnings and I think a lot of you feel the same...

CATCHING ME BY SURPRISE   Every year I think I am well prepared for the festive season and every year it catches me by surprise! This...

TIPS FOR FIBRE AND TEXTILE ARTISTS  Exhibiting artwork is an exciting yet often nerve-wracking experience, especially for fibre artists....

In the world of fibre art, the tactile nature of materials and the thoughtful creation of textures allow artists to express deep emotions...

We've all been there: knowing that the deadline for a big project is looming, but somehow leaving it until the last minute. The stress...

This is something that seems to happen to everyone at some point in their creative journey. As a quilter or fibre artist, your creative...

After attending the South African National Quilt Festival in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal, as a teacher, competitor, and delegate, I...

Trees have always held a special place in my heart. From the huge baobab trees of northern South Africa to the towering redwoods of...

As I’m sitting here in my studio, thinking about all the stunning fibre artworks that arrived at my home in the last two months, I’m...

As an active member of the textile artist community, I believe I speak for many of us when I say that our search for innovative methods...

Last week, I was admiring some stunning textile art created by the Textile Art Group of Gauteng at The Art Room in Parkhurst. As I was...

Do you sit in your studio, faced with a new artwork and the insecurities start flowing in your mind. You’re asking yourself these...

In the world of textile and fibre art, every thread, knot and imperfection has a story to tell. As I've been practicing this art for many...

As we dive into the festive spirit of December, the to-do lists seem endless, with homes transforming into cozy wonderlands and the air...

FINDING INSPIRATION I find inspiration for my art quilts in the world around me. It is a very rewarding experience and I have learnt to...

As a creative person, it can sometimes be challenging to overcome procrastination. I find it difficult to divide my brain-space between...

I want to talk a little about procrastination. This is something that I am really good at! I think it affects a lot of artists, quilters...

“I wish I could draw!” – overheard at The Art Room Parkhurst “I will never be able to quilt as well as you!” – compliment from a student...