As a fiber artist and fashion designer I translate emotions, thoughts and concepts into tactile experiences. My work is rooted in the ancient art form of macramè. It's a knot-tying technique that allows me to weave not just physical materials, but also ideas, memories and feelings into my creations. Each knot becomes a metaphor, embodying the labor, time and care that goes into building emotional landscapes through fashion.
I first learned fiber arts from my grandparents in Newcastle, UK, who owned an arts and craft store. Their influence nurtured my initial understanding of how raw materials could be transformed into something meaningful. However, it was during my time in Melbourne, Australia where my practice truly evolved. Immersed in a creative community of street artists, florists and photographers, I began to see Macramè as not just a craft, but as a medium through which I could express complex emotions and narratives.
The process of knot tying is meditative and labor-intensive. Some garments take 100+ hours to complete. Within that time the repetition of knots becomes a kind of silent storytelling. My designs aim to explore the tension between structure and fluidity, containment and freedom. The garments are wearable expressions of emotion - each knot holding a moment of thought, struggle or release.
Sustainability is at the core of my practice. I responsibly source natural, recycled or organic materials ensuring that every piece is environmentally conscious. The concept of repurposing is central, not just in terms of materials but also in how I weave narratives into the work. I repurpose emotions, ideas and concepts, transforming them through the act of creation.
Off-cuts from macrame cords which would otherwise be discarded are reworked into future projects, contributing to a continuous cycle of reuse and reinvention. This mirrors the emotional cycles that inspire much of my work - the idea that nothing is new and nothing is wasted, even pain and struggle can be reshaped into something else.
Ultimately, my goal is to modernise the traditional craft of macramè.
I hope to bring it into the contemporary fashion world while maintaining a deep connection to its origins. My work exists at the intersection of art and fashion, each piece not only a garment but also a reflection of thought, emotion and the timeless art of weaving stories through fiber.