What do you make?
I make candles from recycled and natural waxes, in contemporary designs. I have just begun making soy candles in teacups which are proving popular.
I also make purses from recycled cassette tape, and soft toys from fabric remnants.
Why would you buy something handmade?
There are lots of reasons to buy handmade. You are supporting local, you can meet the maker, they are often made using sustainable practices and you are often buying something unique.
Where else might we see your work?
Online, in my Felt shop, roseinthorns.felt.co.nz
At theses stores:
Sanderson China & Pottery, 1473 Main North Road, Waikuku
Revamped Gallery, Westend, Kaikoura
Madame Fancy Pants, 217 Cuba St, Wellington
How did you get into your craft?
I first made candles in science class at high school. They I claimed some of Mum's old pots, and started taking over the kitchen. I have been making crafty things since I was a little girl. My mother taught me how to knit, sew, spin and weave among other things.
Is there a philosophy behind your work?
I like to make things from recycled or sustainable sources. I don't like waste, and I don't like putting things is landfill. I find it very satisfying to take something that would normally be thrown out, and to turn it into something beautiful.
What are your favourite materials, tools and/or processes?
It's hard to pick a favourite, I like variety! I like the process of thinking of a new idea, working out in my head how it might work, and if I'm near a pencil and paper, jotting them down. There are still many ideas I would like to see into fruition.
roseinthorns.felt.co.nz
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