Kay Greenlees

About the Author

Kay Greenlees is a distinguished textile artist and educator with over four decades of experience in embroidery and mixed-media techniques. Renowned for her innovative approaches to sketchbook creation, she inspires artists to explore personal narratives through fabric, thread, and found objects. As a former tutor at the Royal School of Needlework and a prolific author, Greenlees has empowered countless creatives to develop their unique visual language. Her work bridges traditional craft with contemporary art, emphasizing experimentation and storytelling in every stitch. Through her writings and workshops, she continues to champion the transformative power of textile arts, encouraging makers to document their journeys in richly layered sketchbooks that serve as both inspiration and archive.