About me and Gooseberry Fool
'All things great are wound up with all things little' LMM - Anne of Green Gables
And it is those little things that have led me to creating this website. Finding joy through the small things; creating, giving, sharing, inspired by nature, flowers, my children and a simple palette of colours and yarns.
ABOUT ME
My creativity began when I was young, I always loved making, particularly with my Mum, and I carried this on through my education, completing an A-Level in textiles. After attending University and pursuing a career unrelated to arts and crafts, I continued my crafting as a hobby. Shortly before I had my fourth child, my life changed forever when we lost my beautiful Mum. Words cannot describe the effect of her loss on our family. She was my inspiration; she was always making whether it be through cooking, sewing, needlework or gardening, and she was the kindest most generous person I knew.
Soon after Mum's death and after having my youngest child, I began to create more and found it incredibly therapeutic. I learnt how to crochet at an evening class and soon became addicted to it. The soothing rhythm of it provides solace and comfort to me, and I soon came to realise that I could create lovely items for my children. I was then encouraged by friends and family to develop things and try my hand at selling pieces, and this proved to be successful for me and led me to this stage now, something that was only a dream at one point.
Being a Mum, I understand the importance of comfort, and ensure that all my items are comfortable as well as stylish and easily washable. Someone once described me as 'simple yet quirky' and I hope that this comes across in the pieces I make. Simple and honest designs using natural materials for your little ones. I really hope that you like them, I get great joy from knowing that my items are loved by those who wear them.
I dedicate this all to my Mum, my inspiration, my friend and my guide X
You can also follow me on Instagram @gooseberryfool and facebook/gooseberryfool
ABOUT GOOSEBERRY FOOL
Gooseberry Fool creates ethically handmade, heirloom baby clothes and gifts crafted from GOTS certified organic cotton and natural fibres. Designed for comfort, durability, and timeless style, our collection is perfect for parents who value slow fashion, sustainable living, and conscious consumerism. Each item is lovingly made by skilled female artisans paid fairly for their craftsmanship. Choose from ready-to-gift baby sets or bespoke made-to-order pieces with a 7-day turnaround. Gooseberry Fool is proud to offer sustainable baby essentials that reduce waste and are made to be treasured and passed down. As featured by OK magazine,Baby magazine,Gurgle and Silver Cross Prams.
