Finding Beauty in the Scraps

From hand-cut collage made of recycled paper to plastic-free packaging, discover how i turn forgetten scraps into a celebration of nature - and why a message of love feels better when it’s sent with a clear conscience.

Studio Notes, Artist's Process, Sustainable ArtLowri Drakley24 February 2026Upcycled Art, Paper Scraps, Mixed Media, #SlowLiving, Handmade in Wales, Artistic InspirationComment

Welsh Charm: From My Great Aunt’s Dining Room to Your Mailbox

This collection was inspired by my great-aunt's dining room, where a simple cup of tea, or "panad," became an expression of love. In Wales, we call this "Cariad"—the effort to ensure someone feels valued.

Inspiration, Behind the Art, Artist's ProcessLowri Drakley20 February 2026Cariad, Welsh Hospitality, Heritage, Handmade Collage, Paer Art, Floral Designs, Long Distance Love, Welsh Greeting Crds, Made in Wales, Small Business StoryComment

From Scraps to Stories - The Art of the Layer: How I Build My Hand-Cut Collages

Step inside my studio in the foothills of Eryri, where a “mountain” of paper scraps and vintage labels becomes a puzzle waiting to be solved. Explore the slow, meditative art of the collage layer.