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Creativity

Creativity is intelligence having fun.’  This quote is usually credited to Einstein .  There is another version by George Scialabba, ‘Imagination is intelligence having fun.’  

I can’t imagine life without  creativity.  

Not a day goes by without me creating something.  It may be a drawing, or a sculpture, or an illustration or simply a doodle.  It is my way of relaxing.  

Some of my work is for sale but most I give to friends, local institutions and charities.

If you see something you like, send me an email or call at Jumble House. If it’s not available I will try to make one for you.  

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Projects

I love experimenting with different mediums.  Here you will see a selection of my projects including Papier-mâché animal heads and sculptures. Painting with coffee and saffron. Decorated bottles. Textured Art.

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Jumble House

The Story

Jumble House is a charismatic little house located in the historic centre of Castel Rigone overlooking Lake Trasimeno.  Originally bought  by Judi and Michael Brereton in 2003 as a ‘Casa Vacanza’ for their family, it became their permanent residence and Judi’s studio during Covid.

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Why ‘Jumble House’?

Many years ago, on a quest to craft a storybook filled with vibrant characters for our Granddaughter, I stumbled upon a pair of forgotten tights. It was this serendipitous discovery that sparked the birth of the beloved 'Jumbles' toys. Each character intricately crafted from a blend of imagination and resourcefulness, demonstrating how inspiration can be found in the most unexpected places!

The stories became books then, as our own family grew so did the family of Jumbles. From the introduction of my first ‘Jumble’ Maisie, arrived Georgie, and Alfie and Mr. Frog. All crafted from discarded tights or, as we used to call it, ‘Jumble’ .  So the toys became known as ‘Jumbles’ and our house, ‘Jumble House’. 

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To continue this story see my blog.

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Touchy Feely !

Texture!

Texture is SO important to me.  I lost my sight for a few years as a child and my sense of touch remains very sensitive.  I enjoy drawing and painting but gain much more satisfaction when I can add texture. I like to ‘see’ with my hands.

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Over The Years

Displays

The displays outside Jumble House are constantly changing.  Here is a brief selection.

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The Jumbles

Lizzie Witch and the Jumbles.

This excerpt from a Christmas video features some of the ‘Jumbles’ characters.  Lizzie Witch, Georgie, Alfie, Mr.Clown and Mr.Frog. Made for our grandchildren. 
For more visit my Jumblefun YouTube channel. 

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My Books

Available from Amazon and Jumble House

Written for our Grandchildren, my earlier books feature the Jumbles characters.  Many are set around Lake Trasimeno. 
 The latest one, ‘Just Bear’ is a story set in Castel Rigone is about two very special houses and a teddy bear. 

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