Amanda R Kelly Artist

Bringing the room into conversation with itself.

Handmade bench cushion upholstered , four smaller cushions, and re-covered chairs — all will tie in with the larger piece in the sitting room and the Roman blinds, which I'm almost finished.

That corners nearly broke me on the bench seat cushion … but I got there.

It’s the details that hold everything together. Matchy matchy .. 😆 images show how I made it step by step.

Vision board workshop with tomorrow in St Matthews centre ballyfermot. Only a couple of places left. It is an amazing workshop.

Hands that tell stories.
Hands that remember what books can not teach.

My mam’s hands showed me how to measure, cut, iron, and sew — how to turn fabric into something made with care.
I sewed the Roman blind and one and a half cushions. Not perfect, but honest. Full of learning.

Every mistake taught me something.
Because the mistakes are part of the making. Hopefully, one day I will pass what I have learnt onto the next generation.

Thanks, Ma AKA Maggie






TextileArt

Felted Roots

The textile piece is created using a combination of wet felting, needle felting, and nuno felting, along with free-motion stitching. The text is printed onto fabric, integrating layers of texture and technique to bring the artwork to life.

This textile piece is a reminder of home. The Guinness Gate is a landmark that tells Kelly she’s back in Dublin after being away—its sight and the scent of hops bring a deep sense of belonging.

For three generations, her mother’s family has lived around James’s Gate. No matter where she travels, it always leads back home.

The gate is felted into the Irish flag, symbolizing Ireland itself: green for Catholics, white for peace, and orange for Protestants.

The harp, a national symbol of Ireland, is also the Guinness trademark. Because Guinness registered it, the official Irish harp—seen on passports and coins—faces the opposite direction.

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