Journal
Studio notes, collections, and gentle observations from Grey Wren Studio
The Journal is a place for collection stories, studio notes, and reflections on wool sculpture, birds, and making by hand. Over time it will also grow into a home for workshop ideas, behind-the-scenes process, and the small details that shape each piece.
Why the Blue Tit Was the First Bauble Bird
Every collection has to begin somewhere, and often that first piece sets the tone for everything that follows. For the Bauble Birds, the Blue Tit felt like the natural starting point — not just for its familiarity, but for the way its colours define the shape of the...
What Gives a Needle Felted Bird Its Character
A needle felted bird is shaped not only by the materials used, but by the decisions made as it takes form. Small adjustments in proportion, colour placement, and surface texture can completely change how a piece is perceived. Character does not come from detail alone...