About me
My journey began when I stepped into Swallow Yachts as a trainee—a yard just across the river from where I grew up. It was the moment I realized I could combine my love for the sea with a passion for building.
With a degree in Sculpture & Environmental Art from the Glasgow School of Art, my background in "making" is diverse, ranging from carpentry and natural house builds to sculptures made of wood, metal or clay. I have fond memories of sailing the Keewaydin, skippered by a friend across the Irish Sea from Cardigan bay when I was younger.
Finding my specialty as the yard rigger brought immense satisfaction, but working in a quiet corner of Wales left me wondering: where are the other women? Searching for connection, I discovered the work of Abbey Molyneux and the Women in Boat Building (WIBB) community. Through WIBB, I found the support, friendships, and prospects that transformed my outlook on the trade.
I truly believe that women are empowered through the mastery of craft. I am now focusing on launching workshops in West Wales, dedicated to giving girls and women the confidence to pick up tools and build their own path.
