Initially working from existing patterns, I soon started developing my own designs. And, when I couldn't find the right colour or shade to fit - I dyed my own.

Over the past ten years I've created many exciting dyeing effects using everyday household objects - from cat litter trays and drain pipes to my now famous plastic freezer bags!

My latest passion is designing
and making textile coil pots.
Go to: Textile Pots Gallery

I've been fortunate to receive some recognition from my peers in the patchwork and quilting community in the UK.

• 1st Prize Advanced Section - National Patchwork Championships, 2000.
• Trophy for Geometric Design - National Patchwork Championships, 2000.
• Quilt Art Trophy - Great British Quilt Festival, Harrogate, 1991.
• Championship Quilt. - Quilts UK, Malvern, 1989.

• Euro Quilt.
• Patchwork and Quilting.
• The Quilter.
• Popular Patchwork.

As I'm a teacher by training, I enjoy organising workshops where students can concentrate on creating bright, strong, clear colours - with a minimum of fuss and mess.

I've written a number of dyeing booklets and produced a video detailing some of my techniques and in 2001 I wrote my first book - "Dyeing In Plastic Bags".

Today, most of my creative energy goes into textile coil pots and writing.

In January 2002, I opened my new studio in rural Hampshire. It's purpose built for both dyeing and sewing, with plenty of light and space - the perfect environment for my classes and workshops.

More about workshops at my studio:
Create Your Own Workshop