Gosh, what a busy time it’s been—between extra travel to help care for Mum, a power cut (hello, no Wi-Fi!), and several full-on weeding sessions, things have been non-stop here at Clasheen! Despite the chaos, I managed to finish my latest Donna Jenna Sweater using eco...
Eucalyptus trees provide so much more than eco printing vegetation for me here in rural Ireland, not least scents and shade. Today I hung my hammock for the first time this year and took some time to relax. This was such a pleasure after hours...
One of the best things about working in the fibre arts world? You meet the most wonderful people. Irina and I were introduced through a mutual friend—and within minutes of chatting, it felt as if we’d known each other forever. We’re both passionate about fibre, textiles...
NEW date alert—Join me for a FREE botanical printing training at 6pm BST on Tuesday 15th April and discover how to transform a thrifted jacket into stunning wearable art—no powdered mordants required! You’ll learn: 🌿 How to choose a suitable garment for eco printing 🌿 What makes the...
In my latest YouTube video, I share my top strategies and images from a recent project to show how I overcame this challenge. Whether crafting statement pieces or tackling larger designs, these simple PRO tips will set you up for stunning results every time! Click HERE...
New to botanical printing? Uncover why the process you choose, steaming versus submersion matters more than you think! Click HERE or the image below to watch the video! ...
Preparing to participate in a face-to-face hands-on workshop? Discover my simple tips to help you prepare, stay organised and get the most out of these exciting and fun learning experiences! Click HERE or the image below to watch the video! ...
I'm afraid last night didn’t exactly go to plan. Despite hours of preparation, my Facebook livestream just refused to cooperate but don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! Today, I recorded much of what I’d planned to share and uploaded it to YouTube. In the video, I take...
Get Ready for the Eco Printing Coaching Week—Here’s Your Preview! Are you ready to dive into eco printing with clarity, confidence and guidance? Whether you’re just starting out or already experimenting, my upcoming Coaching Week (9 to 18 November) covers everything that you need to help...
My Aussie cousin has been visiting Clasheen and was totally amazed by how quickly my young eucalypts are growing. The trees behind us were planted in May 2018 as approx 9" plugs and provide a never ending source of eco printing leaves and bark for...