I was recently given a set of old New Zealand School Journals by my lovely friend Christine. I absolutely LOVE working with these. So I...

I'm thrilled beyond words that my books are flying off the shelves and around the world. I've sent numerous books to places such as: the...

I do love a trip out to the Helensville recycling centre as I'm always guaranteed a good find and my recent trip did not disappoint! It...

In these weirdo times in which it feels like the world is spinning off its axis, here's a snapshot of 2021 as it was for me, in no...

Considering I work with paper all the time, it was incomprehensible that I didn't have proper storage arranged for it. Although to be...

I grew up in a household where I was encouraged to think for myself, question and follow my passions in life. So whenever I hear the...

It's fair to say, I love a good soak in the bath. It's my timeout place. The bathroom is therefore a place I spend a fair bit of time...

I'm very fortunate to have a rather large studio space where I can dye paper, create books and teach people (how to make books!). And...

It's fair to say I love to dye paper. A chance meeting with the dyes through a student of mine over 10 years ago, sent me on a creative...

I began woodworking classes to introduce a hobby into my life - but of course, it wasn't long before I realised how I could use my newly...

If you own a copy of Re:Create, then you'll know about: The Matryoshka Book Project. It was inspired by a set of Matryoshka Dolls also...

Mini art gallery comes to Glen Eden for the community to enjoy, share art and express their creativity.

In my latest book RE:CREATE - The big book of book projects, tips, techniques and Miss Takes, there are lots of yummy books to create (or...

I've had the absolute pleasure over the years to work and create with an amazing range of creatives through my classes at Book Art...

I started woodworking classes as a hobby, adamant it wouldn't become 'a business' in any way. As I already have a 'hands on' creative...

Those who know me, know just how much I love to talk! So a podcast is the best place for someone chatty like me. Add to the mix an...

A week before Christmas - Millie the cat took on invisibility. I read 'took on invisibility' in a 'death announcement,' years ago and...

Put me in a room for four days with a group of creative women who all love creating unique handmade books as much as I do, and I'm in my...

I've followed Amanda Palmer for years. I adore the way she builds creative communities, includes people in her creative adventures and...

It was time to let go of my numerous hand-me-down studio tables and create some custom made ones. It was great being able to build what I...