Behind IvyBee...

🧶 **About Me**

Hello, I’m Helena.

I’m a textile artist, originally trained as a fashion designer and dressmaker, with a deep love for fabric, form, and the quiet magic of transformation.

My creative journey began in Colombia, where I designed hand-embroidered garments rooted in craftsmanship and personal expression. I later moved to Spain to deepen my practice in pattern drafting and stylism for theatre and events, collaborating with multidisciplinary artists and designers across a wide range of creative fields. These experiences continue to shape my artist-led, culturally informed approach to making.

Today, I live and work in the UK, combining my creative practice with work in education. I’m passionate about sharing the therapeutic and connective power of art and crafts, creating calm, welcoming spaces where beginners feel supported and confident to explore making. I hold an Enhanced DBS and am an Art Award Bronze and Silver Advisor.

Whether I’m guiding a workshop or helping someone breathe new life into a cherished garment, my approach is rooted in care, quality, and respect for the stories woven into every thread. From small alterations to collaborative textile projects, I treat each stitch as an act of intention.

Thank you for being here.

I hope we can create something meaningful together.