Crafted by Laura P

I am a multidisciplinary maker with a love for many crafts, from sewing to painting, but it is needle felting that has truly captured my imagination. What began as a simple kit picked up at Christmas two years ago quickly grew into a deep and rewarding creative practice.

Through felting, I create bespoke, characterful pieces from miniature foods to animals and whimsical bumblebees. I’m especially drawn to the personal nature of the craft; each piece can hold meaning, memory, or personality. I often design small mascots inspired by favourite animals, which are made to accompany people in their everyday lives, whether perched on a desk or travelling along on adventures.

What I find most magical is the transformation itself: starting with nothing more than a soft ball of wool and, through careful, repetitive motion, shaping it into something full of life and charm. The process is both calming and captivating, offering a sense of joy and quiet focus.

I’m passionate about encouraging others to explore creativity in any form. Trying something new, even on a whim, can open the door to unexpected fulfilment and peace.

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Liz Riley is at the Triton Gallery

Feltmaking and Textile Art Exhibition at the Tritton Gallery (9th - 13th September 2026)

A celebration of Feltmaking and Textile Art is taking place from the 9th September in the Tritton Gallery at Sledmere House.

The display brings together examples of feltmaking and textile work by Liz Riley, Lynn Comley and Sue Wood as well a Vivienne Morpeth. This exhibition highlights the versatility of felt as an artistic medium and also a celebration of Vivienne’s long-standing contribution to the development and teaching of contemporary feltmaking.

A lovely opportunity to see this work in the setting of Sledmere House.

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Artisan Fair @ Long Acre Arts

Artisan Fair on the 12th April 2026 at Long Acre Arts in Bingham, near Nottingham

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