ARTIST PROFILE - Sandra Tyler

My journey as a fabric weaver began 18 years ago.
It is now my full time occupation and passion.

I am inspired to create unique wearable artworks.
All the pieces I weave are individually designed and created by hand.

I love working with colour and natural materials, inspired by nature and all around me.

I am driven by the exciting possibilities that are available by combining colour and pattern. I love creating each piece from scratch by hand, knowing that it will provide beauty, warmth, comfort and "funky" elegance.

I use an interpretation of traditional patterns, inspired by Maori and Celtic cultures and the universal patterns of the world.

To create my garments I use pure wool, mohair, and possum merino wool, all produced in Aotearoa.

The possum merino yarn is unique to New Zealand. Possums are trapped from specific areas throughout Aotearoa, encouraging the re-establishment of native forest and birds.

I make wearable garments, and functional pieces.
To wear, there are capes, ponchos and wraps. Also blankets and throws of varying sizes and materials for beds, couches, adults and children.