A new book exploring 15 artists and their nature-connected works.
My Illustrated Travel Journal
Let me show you my illustrated travel journal
Ginkgo Branch
When I was approached recently to create a Ginkgo branch artwork for a commission it was like all of my Christmases and come at once. It’s no secret that I love stitching Ginkgo leaves, they are arguably one of my most iconic design motifs. I love any project that calls for a visit to Ginkgo town.
In this post, I discuss my design process and how I developed this particular Ginkgo branch design. I hope it will be interesting for those who are curious about that specific aspect of my practice.
Corallimorph Circle
Meredith with her ‘Corallimorph Circle’ - October 2021
There are some projects that come my way that I am just super excited to work on, and this large Corallimorph circle was one of them.
The Art of Cells
Earlier this year I was asked to be a part of a very exciting project that was both a challenge and a delight.
It was explained to me as a project that brought art and science together in a beautiful way. Naturally, I was intrigued.
Cushion plants
Several years ago while hiking in Tasmania with my husband and then 18-month-old daughter I was quite taken by some strange little plants we encountered on the track. They were tiny plants that grew together tightly, forming their own little world.
Fiberchats with Meredith Woolnough
It was a delight to be interviewed by Irina from fiberchats about my work, practice, courses and family life juggle. Watch the full interview below.
Insider feature - How Embroidery Comes To Life With Water-Soluble Fabric
I was delighted to be approached by ‘Art Insider’ recently. They have taken some of my Instagram footage and turned it into this cute little video that sums up my work and practice nicely.
Sculptural Embroidery online course - student work and testimonials
I am delighted to share with you the stories and amazing artworks created by some of my students who participated in the Sculptural Embroidery online course in this series of videos.
Working with a baby in the studio - lets talk about it.
Let’s talk about working with a baby in the studio.
To say that working alongside a baby is tricky is the understatement of the year. I have had this little lady as my constant studio companion for almost a year now and it has completely changed how I operate in the studio.
The Coral Atoll Series
When I began the first piece in this series I was playfully referring to it as my ‘‘coral donut’.
That was a pretty terrible name so I asked the lovely folks on social media for some better suggestions and they came up with some great ones. After narrowing it down to a killer shortlist I put the best name ideas to a vote on my social media and through my email list and ‘atoll’ was the clear winner.
My early embroidery days. Where I started and what I learned during my first year of free motion embroidery
When I first started doing this kind of embroidery I really didn’t know what I was doing. I was just a keen kid with a sewing machine and a lot of creative curiosity.
Three things I wish I had done from the start of my art career
With over 15 years under my belt as a working artist I feel like I have gotten to a point where I can confidently reflect upon my career and look at things I wish I had done from the start. Art school really didn’t prepare me for the business side of being an artist and I have a pretty big list of things ‘I wish I had known’ as a result.
In the hope of making things just a little bit easier for any budding artists out there; here are my top three things that I wish I had started to do right from the start of my career. I believe that if you get these things sorted early on you are setting yourself up for a much smoother ride on this crazy art business journey.
Take a peek at my newest artwork: Gold to Green Ginkgo Circle
Meet one of my new favorite artworks!
Surprise, surprise, it’s another ginkgo circle arrangement.
You know I love these kinds of designs and I am not going to stop making them any time soon. But I am really excited about this one in particular because I have managed to capture something that I have been trying to depict for years. More on that in just a little while.
Thread loading and why it is important.
Thread loading isn't the sexiest topic around but this little bit of sewing machine theory may make all the difference to your sewing and embroidery.
This video discusses the different machine thread types (cones and spools) and explains the best ways to load them onto your sewing machine for stitching success.
This video is a part of my ‘Sculptural Embroidery’ online course where we explore freehand machine embroidery on water-soluble fabric. It’s a course I am very proud of.
If you are interested in learning more about my online courses visit the link below.
Drawing on water-soluble fabric: The big mistake I made (twice) when I first started doing embroidery.
When I first stared doing this kind of embroidery I was a pretty clueless 21-year-old who barely knew her way around a sewing machine.
I was at art school, doing my honours year and I had chosen to focus my whole year of study on the exploration of freehand machine embroidery on water-soluble fabric.
Exhibition Tour - The 100 Embroideries project
My '100 Embroideries Project’ was exhibited at the Milk factory Gallery in August/September 2020. During my visit to the show I took a few photo’s and made a little video which you can see in this post. I hope that it will serve as a ‘digital gallery visit’ for those of you who couldn’t make it to the exhibition in person.
The '100 Embroideries Project' Exhibition
Phew … the 100 Embroideries Project is finally complete. Watch the little video in this post where I chat about the project. Then read on to learn about the exhibition, how to purchase these pieces, limited edition prints and a few more little insights into the project.
How to get organised for an art exhibition (and make galleries love you in the process)
In this post I chat about how I got organised for my 2020 solo exhibition 'The 100 Embroideries project. I discuss what specific tools and systems I use to create inventory lists, portfolio's and exhibition catalogues quickly and easily using the artwork archive inventory software. These little things help me stay organised and it really impresses the galleries I work with.
Stitchery Stories podcast feature
I am delighted to have been interviewed recently by the lovely Sue from ‘Stitchery Stories’, the textile art podcast. We chatted about how I got started with embroidery, how I find inspiration, my favourite pieces and what I am currently working on.