I started sewing when I was a child. My mum purchased a treadle sewing machine for my sister and I, to preserve her electric SINGER machine. I remember standing to work the treadle to sew, but once accomplished, we hit the sewing road running, making our own clothes. I also began knitting as a child. My nana taught me age 8. I spent my working life as a nurse, continuing to knit and sew. I completed a diploma in fine art and design at the Tasmanian Art School in 1975, following my interest in print making. I have continued making and exhibiting textile artwork since then, in collaboration with Penny Malone Australia.