The Workbench

The straight line belongs to Man - the curved one, to God
— Antonio Gaudi
  • Olde Tyme Dancing, Music and Folklore of Anglo Celtic Peasants, and Australian Bush Culture

    - Circle and Square Dance
    - Line Dance
    - Australian Bush Dancing
    - American Rockabilly Dancing

    I am familiar with the music, have an archive of dance tunes and experience playing rhythm guitar, lagerphone, percussion, and rhythm guitar for traditional dances.

    If you have a Dance Hall or other available space, I can assist with supply teaching resources, arrange the Dance Band and all accoutrements to a traditional dance.

    Recorded music can be supplied in lieu of a Live Band, but, dancing to a live band is an unforgettable experience that must be done at least once in a lifetime.

  • Historical Costume Design, Make & Staging/Styling

    Complex garments, hats, scenes and scenarios can be crafted using traditional techniques from historical and stage costumes and associated scenery. Cutting and tailoring, draping and darning - with knowledge of undergarments, materials and millinery I can create traditional and contemporary costumes unlike any other.

    From Research, Design, Fit Modelling, Patternmaking, Hatmaking, Accessorising, Dressing and Photography/On Set Dressing - historical and extraordinary costumes are my speciality, supplying to entertainers and production houses.

  • Community Entertainment, Education & Activities

    There’s something for everyone in family friendly entertainment where the whole family is invited to an event then splits off for personal interests. Community Entertainment provides activity and action where young and old can get together for a good time, in a cheerful and active atmosphere without TV and phone screens.

    Active and passive entertainment, educational and informational speeches, workshops and activities are available and can be designed to strengthen collective experience and shared memories for your community.


  • Millinery, Timberwork, Saddlery and Sailmaking

    - Linen, Canvas, other Drapery
    - Leather, Feathers, Fur and Brass
    - Hats, harnesses, hanging things.
    - Blinds, swags, panels, eyeletting.
    - Fringing, plaiting, embossing.
    - Timberwork and Glueing

    With hand working techniques, repairs of old items are a specialty: remanufacture is a possibility. I can take a look at your item, advise what it is, where it came from, what it is made of, and what you can reasonably do with it.

    To advise in regards to conservation, repair, restoration or to consult on remake of antiques, heirlooms and similar goods.