Alison Thomas Artist

13/04/2026

11/04/2026

I love these flat fish felts - no two are the same! I’m just finishing off a fresh catch of them for my website. Can’t wait to spend next week in the studio actually painting for a change, I’ve been so busy organising other stuff that it’s been on the back burner for too long ….

I had a great time away with John In Edinburgh last week, never thought I would enjoy go-karting so much - it was fun if nerve-racking! It’s so good to get a couple of days away 😊 let’s hope the weather improves soon 🤞x

24/03/2026

Something to cheer you up on a grey morning …. this is Bobby the studios wagtail, he comes to me every morning for food! He’s been coming since October last year and I’m hoping he will bring a mate along soon. He comes and sings at my door, so sweet!! A very welcome visitor 😊

20/12/2025

Having a great time at the Handmade in Ayr Market today at the Burns Museum and Centre. I thought I would share these wee penguin hangers that make an unusual gift for £12 each.

My hare doorstop has been sold and the owner wants to call him Harvey, bye bye Harvey! Always get a bit emotional when they go ❤️.

Some lovely stalls here today, we are here until 4pm xx

18/12/2025

Looking forward to this Saturday as I will be taking part in the winter Handmade in Ayr Market @ the Burns centre. I will be selling lots of unusual little gift items including handmade 2026 calendars and handmade felt hangings and brooches. Hope to see you there! 😊

23/11/2025

09/11/2025

The Saturday children’s classes made these adorable little penguin hangers. Well done!

I’m running another penguin themed Christmas event for adults and children over 16yrs (younger children to be accompanied by an adult) please visit my website to book in and find out more. I’m late advertising this workshop as I’ve been busy with exhibitions and orders but I would love to do it as it’s such a pleasant way to spend an afternoon!

To book in or find out more please visit the classes section of my website and scroll down to events:

www.alisonthomasartist.co.uk/classes

30/10/2025

Sad to say it’s the last few days of my solo show at Studio 44 Gallery, Largs. It’s such a lovely gallery and I love the way Marion has displayed my work. The show ends on Saturday, worth a visit!

Thanks to everyone who has visited the show, the support is much appreciated!

30/10/2025

A little something for Christmas . . . . .

05/10/2025

Exited about my next solo show at Studio44 Gallery Largs coming soon and pleased to see it featuring in Artmaguk! Circus Horse’ is a 40 x 40cm highly textured oil & mixed media painting.

I love using patterning and have made my own ‘harlequin’ printing boards in various sizes, I’m very fond of the repeat diamond pattern and I’ve used it in numerous works. I often add small areas of gold leaf for interest and a bit of sparkle. Horses and nature often appear in my painting and handmade felt pieces.

See a wide range of my work at Studio44 Gallery from October 14th - for more details please follow the link, thanks!

25/09/2025

The Courtyard Studios are having a special opening this weekend alongside the Tidelines 2025 Book Festival which has various events taking place next door at the Harbour Arts Centre. Ten artist are taking part this Saturday and Sunday and opening their doors to visitors, we would love to see you there!

This is a detail of my latest little needle felted piece, just one of the works I’ve been getting ready for this weekend and my solo show at Studio 44 Gallery in Largs next month. I’ve still to decide on a name for it, any suggestions welcome!

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25/09/2025