A mixture of historical and modern techniques encourages me to embrace a uniquely diverse skill set. These skills are widely transferable- from the first string to our present day. With a working knowledge of foundational garments, structures, and historical silhouettes, I always look forward to a challenge. I regard pad stitching, corestry, and cage skirts such as the farthingale or crinoline as a familiar friend (or sometimes enemy.) I also regularly use fabric manipulation such as smocking, pleating, and quilting supplemented by cutting to create auxetic textiles, increasing the depth and versatility of my garments.

I dearly love to play with colors and paterns- both