Based in a studio in Glasgow's east end, I hand stitch textile objects on animal-related themes. With influences including urban wildlife, Staffordshire pottery figures and old worn toys, the work is spontaneously and intuitively made, vigorously stitched and with a rough finish. Making techniques are simple and traditional hand processes, emphasising the process of making and all the endearing flaws that can result from this, giving each object a sense of vitality.