Pam Hovel is a Bendigo based textile artist. She developed an interest in felt making in 2004 and has won awards for her work in various textile exhibitions including the Australian Sheep and Wool show. Following her creative instincts, she began her search for sustainable art practices. After exploring different techniques and fibres she developed a beautiful, soft felt fabric using super-fine Merino wool. Consistent with being inspired by nature, only eco-friendly and sustainable dyeing practices have been used. All dyes are derived from plants, predominantly eucalyptus, and sometimes with the enhancement of found metals. No harmful chemical mordants have been used. This is slow dying indeed, taking up to four weeks to complete. These truly organic garments are unique, each with a relaxed Australian feel.
