about me…

Alex McQuade

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

I am a mixed‑media textile artist specialising in expressive creature design, blending needle felting, wire armature, fabric manipulation, and found‑material embellishment to create characterful, story‑rich sculptures. My work celebrates texture, imagination, and the beauty of handmade.

I’ve been collecting rusty objects since university, nuts, bolts washers, screws and springs are a few of my favourites! My major project was inspired by the contrast of agricultural machinery, delicate fabrics and the amazing Erte! I can’t walk past a rusty little gem on the street without picking it up. I also love story telling and children’s literature and see my creations as little collectors too, taking something old and unloved and turning it into something really rather special!

Textile art toadstool made from needle felt, fabrics, hand embroidery and rusty found objects

I hope my sculptures spark your imagination, and bring a little extra happiness and wonder into your space.

Alongside creating original artwork, I am passionate about teaching and sharing the magic of mixed‑media making. Through in person workshops, online tutorials, behind‑the‑scenes content, and beginner‑friendly resources, I help others discover the joy of building imaginative creations with simple materials and expressive techniques. Please check out my Instagram and Facebook pages to stay up to date and YouTube for free full length tutorials if you’d like to give it ago yourself!