Welcome to my creative website!
Here you’ll find an exciting selection of my handmade felt figures, original watercolour paintings and easy knitting for newbie babes. Some of these will be available for sale or commission—see my gallery/shop for more details—and I’ll be adding more handmade treasures and a small range of DIY kits over time. Explore and enjoy!
Felt Fantastic
Unique festive figures and ornaments for Christmas, Easter, and other special occasions, each one stitched with colourful thread and beads. Some will be offered as DIY kits, and cards with envelopes.
Watercolour Works
A colourful range of vastly imaginative to botanically-rooted images exploring the qualities of watercolour ink on various textures. Available as prints and cards with envelopes.
Knitted Warmth
Sara’s friend, Frankie
Knitted vests and hats for tiny babies, and cozy socks for chilly feet. PDF patterns will be available if you’d like to knit along too. Finished baby knits will be donated to babies in Auckland hospitals.
Photograph taken by Jennifer Duval-Smith © 2024
Hi, I’m Sara — an artist based in Auckland with a lifelong passion for colour and unique expression. I’ve been lucky to grow up surrounded by creative skills and a compulsive joy in making (or “making-do”). Lately, it’s been a thrill to see my artwork resonate with people, including clients and friends both in New Zealand and abroad. You’ll find a selection of my pieces available for sale and commission—feel free to browse my shop for details. I’ll also be sharing snippets of my creative life in blog posts—stay tuned for inspiration and updates; you can find me on Instagram and Facebook.
To keep my mind and body feeling good, I regularly practise tai chi—a great way to relax with purpose. I love spending time with my family, and taking daily sniff-and-drag walks with our dog. I also enjoy hunting for New Zealand ceramic treasures and vintage linen fabrics at flea markets and op shops. My love for French continues to grow—an enduring connection to the five years weIl spent living there. C’était vraiment magnifique.
“Creativity is self-discovery; everyone creates what they need to express.”