Eryka Garbutt

Hi my name is Eryka, I was born in Maidenhead on Thames, england but migreated to Australia as a teenager.
I guess what I enjoy is the creative process and learning new techniques.
I am retired, and still do not have enough time in the day to do all the projects I have in my head.

Hi my name is Eryka, all my designs are unique, created in my studio here in Canberra.

Decoupage is my obsession, however I avoid the traditional designs of flowers and angels and try for something different. Most of my work has an Art Nouveau influence. Canvas to jewelry to glass, furniture and house ware, I will decoupage with paper, fabric, real flowers and leaves. I believe a good piece of decoupage has a minimum for 20 layers of varnish to achieve that glass like finish.

My jewelry is generally a one off design, however I may create a square design and a circle design with the same theme. I never mass-produce my designs; I like to keep them distinctive. I like to use Japanese Yuzen paper, for my earrings. Color and texture is important.

Silk scarves are my latest venture; I love the way the paint flows on the silk, I love the bright and bold colors. Warm hand wash is all that is required, (as I heat seal the paint,...

My background is in Mechanical engineering, Computer Aided Drafting and web design-but that was a previous life. I still use my computer skill but for fun.,