Welcome to a wonder-filled world of textiles – my happy place!

As an Australian contemporary felt artisan and designer, I work with an eclectic mix of wool fibres, fabrics, silks, threads and recycled materials, to produce rich, soulful, unique, artworks and art wearables that tell a story.

I thrive on play and experimentation with textiles in their many forms, and I love to share the joy I find in my fine art textile work, through teaching and helping others to realise their creative potential. Together, it’s a joyful relationship. Textiles are items that we live most closely and intimately with. They touch us! Of all the types of fibre in the world, wool provides us with comfort like no other. It is my great pleasure to share my love of this beautiful fibre with you.

Join me, welcome to a wonderful textile community!

Samford and Hinterland Arts Trail 2026 – June weekends only 10am till 3pm 

Each year for the month of June the Samford and Hinterland Arts Trail transforms our beautiful region into a vibrant celebration of creativity, opening studio doors and inviting visitors to step behind the scenes and experience the richness of local artmaking.

It is always one of the highlights of my creative year — not only as an exhibiting artist, but as an opportunity to connect with people who are curious about process, materials and the stories behind handmade work. This year my studio will once again be open as part of the trail, and I will be sharing a diverse collection of work including textiles, ceramics, prints and mixed media pieces. Visitors will be able to see works in progress, explore the textures and surfaces that inspire my practice and gain insight into the layering, experimentation and playful discovery that sit at the heart of what I create. For many people, visiting artists’ studios can feel surprisingly inspiring.

Unlike viewing work in a gallery, studio visits offer a glimpse into the real, often messy and wonderfully imperfect process of making. Materials spill across messy tables, ideas evolve on walls and unfinished pieces quietly reveal how creativity actually happens. I believe this openness is important — particularly for those who may feel hesitant about their own creativity or think art only belongs to the “naturally talented.”

The Arts Trail is also a reminder of the extraordinary creative community we have here in the Samford region. Painters, ceramicists, jewellers, textile artists, printmakers, sculptors and mixed media artists all contribute to a rich tapestry of creative practice. In my own studio, visitors can expect tactile surfaces, layered textiles, earthy ceramics and work that reflects my ongoing fascination with texture, fibre, mark-making and materiality. Many pieces evolve intuitively over time, often beginning with experimentation and sampling before finding their final form.

Events like the Samford and Hinterland Arts Trail are also an invitation for people to reconnect with their own creativity. Sometimes simply stepping into an artist’s workspace sparks something dormant — a desire to make, explore, learn or play again. I look forward to welcoming visitors into my studio, sharing conversations about art and process, and celebrating the joy of handmade work within our wonderful creative community.

June weekends only 10am till 3pm 

Here are the links for free tickets, maps , workshops and trail guide:

https://creativesamford.com/samford-hinterland-arts-trail-guide/

https://creativesamford.com/samford-hinterland-arts-trail-map/

https://creativesamford.com/workshops/

https://creativesamford.com/tickets/

https://creativesamford.com/

 Testimonials from my students:

Thank you SO much for your wonderful course and for ALL your timely feedback and guidance. I’ve done many online and in-person fiber courses over the years and you are by far the best so far! I appreciate your willingness to share your vast artistic knowledge and your encouragement for creative exploration. I look forward to taking your next online course and have dreams of taking an in-person course in Australia someday! Kathy  F.

I felt I needed to write and thank you for sharing your skills and art practice, you have been so generous, with your knowledge. 

I could listen to you for hours and you inspire with your manner too, as it’s so easy going you are not too precious about things. Rosemary.

50 Shades of Grey, Felt! Online Class

The next round of this  inspiring self paced class will start early 2027. Hope you can join me. Guaranteed to take your felt to the next level.

Student feedback has been very humbling and reminds me of why I do what I do. I want to help people make innovative, technically sound felt and encourage them to develop their innate creativity.

This course is designed to help you focus on process and technique, by limiting the colour palette to black and white.

– Have you always wanted to make unique felt, full of character and beautiful textures?
– Have you wondered how to make felt that is technically sound and interesting?
– Have you wondered how to use recycled fabrics and fibres you have in your stash?
– Would you like to learn to harness and develop your creativity?

If so, then this is the class for you. Enjoy Julie’s wonderful testimonial after doing my 50 Shades of Grey, Felt! online class.Thank you Julie for your kind words!

Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) Australia.

A place of infinite inspiration for me. It is where I go to recharge, get some soul food, commune deeply, and create. Much of my recent and past work is related to my experiences here.

The Felt Studio Gallery

Norway

One of the many fabulous places I have been invited to teach.
A country with a rich wool culture and VERY beautiful sheep, where wonderful connections were made.

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