about me…

Hello! I’m Alex, the creator behind a world of whimsical mixed-media sculptures that bring the wonders of nature and wildlife to life.

Each of my creature creations is packed with personality and joy (and sometimes a dash of mischief!) Just like me, these quirky characters have a passion for collecting, a habit we’ve nurtured over the past 20 years. From rusty nuts, bolts, washers, and springs — to little treasures hiding in the most unexpected places — I rarely go on a walk without finding a stray washer or two! I’m fascinated by the stunning contrast between the cold, industrial metal and the soft, delicate fabrics or lace that adorn them. The magic happens when I stitch threads over the hard edges, transforming discarded, overlooked objects into something surprisingly beautiful and full of life.

Since graduating with a BA Hons in Textile Design, my work has been a journey of evolution. Every piece I create is a little adventure — an experiment with new materials, techniques, and endless creativity. My animals are brought to life with wire armatures, needle felting, and a sprinkling of precious fabrics, vintage laces, knits, and of course, that signature touch of enchanting rusty metals! Every stitch, every layer is crafted with care and meticulous attention to detail. The joy I find in creating these characters is poured into each and every one — and I truly hope that joy is something you can feel too.

I want my art to do more than just look beautiful; I want it to, spark your imagination, and bring a little bit of happiness and wonder into your space.

Just as much as creating I enjoy sharing the joy of making. I have spent many years, teaching workshops, working as an art instructor and working with the wonderful Search Press publishing to create a lovely textile project book. This focus is now taking me to the world of YouTube where you will find a collection of videos designed to teach, inspire and feed the soul with art and craft.