Helen Buckley is a creative and practical needlewoman, making decorative and useful items in her workshop near Shrewsbury.

She has been trading as The Gingham Chicken for over 10 years, and has developed a reputation for quality and traditional designs with a quirky edge.

Helen favours the clean lines of Shaker crafts, and these have a strong influence on her work. She is particular about the materials she uses, and chooses authentic fabrics or striking modern alternatives.

Helen makes a range of needle-craft goods which are functional and witty, and happily takes requests for bespoke orders.