Selected as one of 13 designers for Shine 2026, I walked into the Goldsmiths' Centre nervous and walked out with three awards. Here's the whole story…

One of the techniques I use a lot in my work is keum boo, and I thought it was about time I actually wrote about it properly. It's the first in a little series I'm doing on the decorative techniques I use, so if you've ever wondered how some of my pieces get that black and gold contrast, this is how.

Posters, a rainbow rosette, and a very full heart. My weekend at Craft Festival Bovey Tracey.