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My work predominantly comprises hand cut and burnished lino prints, with sewing playing an occasional part.

Whether working in print or in stitch, I am inspired by the natural world and the people around me, with words/text frequently playing an integral part.

* I endeavour to represent my pieces as clearly and with colours as true to life as possible, however some slight variations in tone between the image on screen and the piece itself may occur.*

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  • 'Cyclamen Persicum', Lino Print in Black on Rose Lokta Paper (VE2)

    'Cyclamen Persicum', Lino P...

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  • 'Spring Tulips', Lino Print in Orange on Natural Lokta Paper

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  • 'The Promise of Tulips', Two Block Lino Print in Black and Green on Hosho Paper

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  • 'Time is Precious' Lino Print

    'Time is Precious' Lino Print

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  • 'Time is Precious' Tea Towel

    'Time is Precious' Tea Towel

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  • 'Time is Precious' Wooden Clock

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  • 'Time is Precious' Coaster

    'Time is Precious' Coaster

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  • 'Hag and Heart Stones', Lino Print on Lokta Paper (VE1)

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  • 'Hag and Heart Stones', Lino Print on Hosho Paper (VE2)

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  • 'Winter Warmer' Lino Print on Kitakata Paper (VE1)

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  • 'Winter Warmer' Lino Print on Shiramine Select Paper (VE2)

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  • 'Winter Warmer' Lino Print on Hosho Paper (VE3)

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  • 'Glad all Over', Lino Print in Purple on Lokta Paper (VE2)

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  • 'Glad all Over' Tea Towel

    'Glad all Over' Tea Towel

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  • 'September in the Garden', Lino Print

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  • 'October Birthday' Lino Print

    'October Birthday' Lino Print

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  • 'Wild Beauty', Lino Print in Black on Lokta Paper (VE1)

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  • 'Wild Beauty', Lino Print in Green on Hosho Paper (VE3)

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  • 'Wild Beauty' Tea Towel

    'Wild Beauty' Tea Towel

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  • 'Hello There Spring' Lino Print

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  • 'Everlasting Blooms, With Love' Lino Print

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  • 'Grandma's Wise Words' Lino Print

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  • 'Grandpa's Goodnight' Lino Print

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  • 'Poppies' Small Lino Print

    'Poppies' Small Lino Print

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    £12.00

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  • 'Foxgloves' Small Lino Print

    'Foxgloves' Small Lino Print

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  • 'The Promise of Tulips', Two Block Lino Print over Green (VE no.4 of 7)

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  • 'The Promise of Tulips', Two Block Lino Print over Green (VE no.5 of 7)

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  • 'The Promise of Tulips', Two Block Lino Print over Green (VE no.6 of 7)

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  • 'The Promise of Tulips', Two Block Lino Print over Green (VE no.7 of 7)

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  • 'Mini Hydrangea' Lino Print

    'Mini Hydrangea' Lino Print

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  • 'Mightier than the Sword', Lino Printed Sketchbook

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  • Anne Hathaway's Cottage, Giclee Print

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About Buttons, Beads and Blanket Stitch

Buttons, Beads and Blanket Stitch

Print and Occasional Stitch. MIDLANDS MADE, BY HAND, BY ME.

I have always loved to create; from making clothes as a teenager on my mum's sewing machine, to experimenting with painting, drawing and printmaking and gaining a Fine Art degree, through to teaching children and later running workshops and occasional creative classes for adults too…

Following 10 years as a primary school teacher, I determined to make time for some of the things I had loved to do before work took over, and so my love for hand sewing and later of printmaking was re-kindled and my little independent business was born.

The name ‘Buttons, Beads and Blanket Stitch’ stems from the very beginning, when my work comprised entirely stitched pieces. It is printmaking, specifically hand cut and burnished lino printing which now dominates my work, though these two areas, of print and stitch, do still occasionally overlap and combine.

My textile pieces are largely created from natural and/or re-purposed fabrics with the sewing not at all complex in terms of stitches or technique; I love the simplicity of drawing with the thread, using simple black outlines with colour to create and fill spaces.

Regarding print, I love the almost meditative process of carving and the boldness of a single block print onto beautiful handmade papers.

Whether working in print, in stitch or a combination, the changing seasons, the natural world and the people around me are my constant inspiration.

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    Reviewed by Melanie

    Beautiful print of garden birds. I love the way the berries they eat are represented next to the birds. I bought two as gifts but really want to keep one for myself! Carefully wrapped with signature cards making a perfect gift. I would definitely recommend.

    Reviewed by Wubsys

    Absolutely beautiful little bird, so well made. I'm keeping him out all year round to enjoy.

    Reviewed by pam

    So delighted with my order - it arrived very promptly, the wrapping was amazing and very thoughtful. And I loved the little textile birds - beautiful. thanks so much.