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21/05/2026

‘Threadlines 2’ is open today until Sunday 11-4pm. It’s been a really wonderful experience to exhibit this work alongside a group of very talented textile and fibre artists on the Surf Coast. Pop in and have a look.

In July 2021 I gave birth to a beautiful baby boy. We had no idea how much the birth of our son would transform our family. I am yet to tell the full and confronting story of the coming years. My struggle with severe mental health, the slow and unpredictable development of our son and the incredible support and love from our family, friends and community that are still getting us through the roller coaster of life. I am forever grateful for the community that surrounds us and for finding my creativity again after a two year break.

‘Our boy’
Size 23 x 23cm

Upcycled garments and appliquéd in thread.

This portrait of my son reflects the ongoing process of learning who he is. Each stage of his development has been nurtured with the support of specialists, therapists, and caring hands. Every milestone has been celebrated — reached with patience, hope, and trust that it would come in his own time.
Investigations into genetics, development, and behaviour search for patterns within complexity. Like examining the finest threads of woven fabric, each strand is carefully considered before the whole can be understood. Through this journey has come a quiet letting go of expectation, replaced by acceptance, understanding, and a deep love for the beautiful boy he is becoming.

20/05/2026

A busy bee for my busy boy ❤️ A little project from the weekend complete!

17/05/2026

So nice to visit the show Threadlines 2 - on Saturday and meet alongside my family and friends. It was great to take time to look at all the work and appreciate all the carefully, thoughtfully and consciously stitched pieces. Remy was not so sure about and pieces Gwondana. It was really interesting to hear him commenting what he thought it was, was it muddy? He wanted to touch it but again wasn’t sure. I love the way art makes us think, and question! Reading about the meaning and finding your own. Pop by and have a look Thursday-Sunday 11-4pm. Until 24th of May

14/05/2026

My pieces ‘Threadlines 2’ are a very personal exploration of my life. I have never really used art as therapy but it’s very much become a part of my personal reflection and freedom. I find so much joy in trying new trying new techniques, playing with old ones, cutting up work and recreating it. My studio days are will with creative freedom with often no direction or desired outcome…but I like to complete pieces and feel I have put my whole self into whatever I am working on. This portrait piece titled ‘Our Boy’ is a reflection into myself, my family and my son’s journey to where he is now. Remy now 4.5years and every step of his development has been supported and nurtured by us and his support team to meet milestones which we never knew he would make. A journey of learning, patience, frustration, grief and love. ❤️

12/05/2026

‘Motherhood’ is a diptych about my experience of motherhood which will be exhibited at 10-24 of May. The show Threadlines opens THIS FRIDAY at 5:30pm. Come along if you are free. I thought I would share my Artist Statement as I am beginning to exhibit my new work and I am excited ❤️ ……………………………………………………………………Ellise Roberts is a Geelong-based textile artist, illustrator, and maker whose practice is grounded in a deep connection to print, pattern, colour, and the natural world. Her love of fabric began in childhood, growing up surrounded by her father’s furniture and interior design business, where textiles and interiors became an early source of inspiration.
After studying Textile Design and Screen Printing at RMIT University, she became increasingly aware of the waste generated by the textile industry. This experience sparked an enduring commitment to working with recycled and reclaimed fabrics — a philosophy that continues to shape her textile portraiture and upcycled garment designs today.

Through layered textures, expressive colour, and repurposed materials, Roberts creates work that celebrates storytelling, sustainability, and the emotional connection we hold with cloth and clothing.

08/05/2026

This Friday is the opening of ‘Threadlines’ a show celebrating fibre arts in all its greatness. I will have two works exhibited alongside a collection of other local artists. The show will be open Thursday- Sunday 11-4pm / May 14-24th.

03/05/2026

Yesterday we visited the quaint town of Clunes and caught the last day of the exhibition. This incredible show provoked and questioned artists thoughts on ‘Stuff, Purpose and Peril’ focusing on humanity’s complex relationship with material things. This topic considers how objects, ranging from everyday items and luxury goods to waste and heirlooms, reflect our values, drive economic systems, and impact the environment in which we live.

Artists were invited to reflect on the things we accumulate, why we accumulate them, and the results of our choices, raising timely questions about emotional attachment, consumerism, sustainability, and global inequity. We met the gallery coordinator who gave us an incredible overview of the work and artists. It was such an interesting and inspiring show. My daughter and I visited the show and we discussed ideas and thoughts on the topic in focus. It was really interesting to hear her views on ‘Stuff’ at an age of 11 and how prevalent and strong the appeal is due to the influence of friends and online…. We went on to explore the Second hand bookshop Lollie Pop Tree books and vinyl and have a delicious lunch at . Yay for weekends away!!!

02/05/2026

Support this amazing lady Clare.reilly on her journey to raise funds for MS research. She and her support team have wheeled the Munda Bidi trail in WA in rough and wild conditions. My partner is a very good friend of her partner Jay and have been hearing about this incredible journey they have been organising and preparing for and now it’s happening! They are reaching the end of this inspiring journey and are aiming to raise $100,000 so if you can donate please do.

I have a Laughing Kookaburra archival print 30 X 30cm that I will donate the proceeds to the fundraiser and also a Yellow cockatoo apron.

Together they are valued at $150. Please comment sold to claim these items!! Go . We are cheering you on!

14/04/2026

Inspired by the landscape and mountain scapes far and wide, I decided to try my hand at some weaving over the holidays. Even though I studied Textile Design at RMIT I never explored weaving in my studies. I love print so this was the direction I went with! Late last year a friend was cleaning out her studio and gave me a call(my weakness is art clutter). She knew I was the person to help clean up. I got some stunning fabric, buttons, a small hand loom and some wool and have had no idea how to use it & I got the courage to give it a go. I made myself a comb on the laser cutter at my local library worker space and used an old paintbrush as a tapestry needle(is that what you call it?!) anywho I enjoyed doing this little weaving project and now have a few things I would like to explore further…like how to get it off the loom properly!?

13/04/2026

Instagram can make things look like you wish they were….this Air b n b we stay in is so gorgeous for real life it’s just a bit tricky managing a high needs toddler on a 10 hour trip home 😣 Between the egg on the head from the stone floor and removing all breakable items we enjoyed the soft cozy beds, complimentary eggs, breakfast, and incredible shower & the peace that comes with sleeping under the earth and into the cliff and the incredible outlook into the Gippsland Forrest which is just stunning. Laying in bed watching the moving leaves, the birds high in the trees, finding a moment to in thread to quiet my mind and breath knowing there will be another day 5hours in the car. Oh yes…note to self…don’t forget to charge the kids devices if you want the trip not to squeeze the life out of you. I enjoy a car trip and so I continue to try and convince those around me to find the joy in it 2 but sometimes you need some assistance 💪

10/04/2026

Love it here & so nice to be away ❤️ …….Now let the 10hr car trip home begin 🚗

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55 B Ashmore Rd
Torquay, VIC
3228

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