Since childhood
I have been fascinated by the Saxons and Vikings. I took every opportunity to
explore their lives, either through re-enactment events at carnivals, reading
at the library, or visiting historical sites with my family. At fancy dress
parties I am always drawn to elaborate gowns worn by medieval ladies, later
finding myself wishing I had gone as a warrior in chain mail. A former art
student, I am intrigued by patterns and textures, shapes and dyes, a passion I
share with my mother who studied textiles. Writing historical novels set during
these periods has renewed my interest in art, inspiring me in new ways. It was
writing about chain mail that first set my mind off on an artistic exploration
of links and knots.
