The creation of the Ullswater Virtual Art Gallery. The Friends of the Ullswater Way was created by the local community in 2016 to promote...

The Valais Blacknose sheep, and their conquering of social media as 'the cutest sheep in the world!'

The unusual and distinctive breed and its place in British wool production

Brown hare populations declined by 80% in the 20th Century. Here is why.

Red squirrels out-number greys in the Lake District. This blog describes threats and what is being done to help them.

A short history of the Albion cow, a priority breed for the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. 2021 is the centenary of their breed society.

The Exmoor pony is an ancient and hardy hill breed of pony, now classified as a priority breed by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust.

A short history of Bagot Goats, an ancient breed now at risk.

I started needle felting Golden Guernsey Goats after joining the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. This is a short blog on their history.

A short piece about preparing for the International Feltmakers' Association annual exhibitions. I have been a member of the International...

Wet felting: how I make a piece of felt

The history and importance of Leicester Longwool sheep

My work is featured in the March 2021 issue of Cumbria Life magazine.

Herdwick sheep are the ancient breed of the Lake District championed by Beatrix Potter. Their delightful faces are a joy to needle felt!