Page 14 - The Digital Cloth Issue 3

When you select a textile design, you
have over twenty varieties of fabric
that the design can be printed onto,
making it really easy to get the right
weight and type of material for your
chosen project.
Sustainability is at the heart of the
Spoonflower process, and less than a
thimble full of water is used to print

5 yards of fabric. Being able to combine
offcuts with something new that has used
sustainable manufacturing methods is
quite satisfying.
As an artist, we know inspiration is
about finding someone or something that
is inspiring and drives us to take
action to create. Taking the time to
explore and enjoy our local area is
something husband, and I enjoy together,
the fresh air, simple discoveries and

an invaluable opportunity to gather and
collect inspirational moments.

These short discoveries not only
influenced my first solo exhibition
‘Sunday Drives’ they also have an
ongoing impact on my wellbeing, artworks
and fabric collection. A camera and/or
sketchbook accompany me on most

explorations. With these tools, I
capture images, sketch and record
thoughts. A resource I can return to for
research and inspiration.
Texture, shape, colour and ‘out of
place’ items caught my eye in our
earlier explorations. Over time, I’ve
dived more in-depth into the theme,
taking a closer look and exploring
different angles. My sketchbooks and
digital library are filled with

images of bark, trees, trunks, fallen
logs, rocks, ants, flowers, leaves,
insects, rusty items, canopies, foliage,
feathers, seed pods...etc. And lots of
skies inspired images.
Natures’ diversity influences us in many
ways, enjoy the moment and dare to
wander without purpose or reason.