The Process

It starts with an idea, followed by the selection of beads and feathers

Beadwork

I visit vintage shops, charity and bric-a-brac outlets for pre-owned necklaces to source my beads.

Each bead is handsewn onto the cotton backing.

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Feathers

Feathers are collected mainly from the foreshores around Chichester Harbour and in the South Downs countryside.

They are then washed three times, dried, brushed and trimmed. For certain pieces I then hand paint them to create a complementary look.

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