The end of a year and the start of a new one is always a good time for reflection. Here are some of the takeaway messages from my reflection

As an artist and crafts person, finding an outlet for creativity is important. Read here about my themed collection of textile mosaics!

When you're a self-taught amateur artist, getting approval of your work from professionals is of particular importance.

Coming down to earth after an absorbing event can be hard. Find out how I coped after my first solo exhibition?

How does it feel to have your work in a solo exhibition for the first time? Find out about my experiences.

Faced with the exciting prospect of having a solo exhibition of my work, what to consider in preparing for it.

The first thing to note about 2023 was that I've been hopeless at writing blogs, but apart from that, it's been an interesting year for...

As I develop my techniques for my textile art, this blog shares the processes involved.

What are the influences and inspirations that affect our decisions? Here I explore what helped me branch out in a new direction.

July may be over but the need to reduce use of plastics is as important as ever. Need some suggestions of how to? Read on!

Find out about the fall-out from a house move and how BarMade Bags is keeping positive!

Thoughts on making a plan of action and why honesty is important.

Are you trying to reduce your use of plastics or scoffed at the idea? Here are my thoughts on what campaigns like Plastic Free July mean.

Find out how I used an original piece of acrylic art to inspire a unique and ecofriendly statement bag.

2020 was a year of challenges and a time to explore new creative activities. Find out how I extended my creativity beyond bag making!

The final part of the bespoke order to convert a wedding dress into keepsake bags.

Here's how I used wedding dress fabrics to make fourteen more unique items.

Back in November 2019, I was contacted through my Etsy shop BarMadeBags with this message: "I'm looking to covert my wedding dress into a...

As I take on more bespoke orders, find out how I started on this strand of my business and how I go about the process.

Hello to 2020 - a year in which the need to be eco-friendly is greater than ever. So there's a change of direction for BarMadeBags ...