About me
I'm an artist/designer whose creativity spans across many disciplines. If something can be made by hand then I am giving it a go!
I graduated from UWE in 2007 with a BA in fashion and textile design and spent 10 glorious years designing sewing patterns for my own label. I built up great working relationships during that time with companies such as, Love Sewing magazine, The Foldline and Beyond Measure.
I am no longer designing clothes for a living, but in my free time I'm having the best time delving into and developing my sketchbook practice. My love of textiles is clear as I explore colour and texture within my art.
Marilla x
SEWING PATTERNS
When designing and producing my line of women's sewing patterns, I took on every aspect of the production process. From grading patterns, sewing samples and screen printing the packaging. This was a large undertaking, but allowed me flexibility to work around my young children (at the time) and always be carrying the minimum amount of stock.
SEWING ZINES
I published a selection of sewing themed, zines. A brilliant format for sharing smaller sewing projects as well as exercising my illustration skills. As someone who grew up making small books for fun, this was a dream (self appointed) commission.
COMMUNITY CLOTHING
Community Clothing, a UK brand, ran a design competition for a Christmas gift voucher.
Using a limited palette I worked on a design reminiscent of postage stamps from the 1950's and 60's.
My submission was featured on the companies website.
