Charlene vivienne

14/09/2026

14/09/2026

— Behind the Making of 6 Seasons, One Sun 🌿✨
From fabric… to stitching… to light.
I’m excited to share a little behind-the-scenes look at the making of my latest textile artwork, “6 Seasons, One Sun.”
Inspired by the six Aboriginal seasons of the south-west of Western Australia, this handmade lampshade translates the changing rhythms of Country into six individual textile panels, each represented through colour, texture and seasonal imagery.
🔥 Birak — December–January | Red & gold — heat, sun & fire
🧡 Makuru — February–March | Orange & earthy tones — rain & cooler weather
🌿 Djeran — April–May | Green — cooler days & new growth
💙 Kambarang — June–July | Deep blue — rain, water & winter
🌸 Yakan — August–September | Pink — wildflowers & renewal
🌾 Warrang — October–November | Natural, sandy tones — warming & transition
Each panel has been thoughtfully created and stitched by hand, bringing together my love of eco textiles, discarded clothing, colour, nature and storytelling through materials.
And when the light shines through, the six seasons come together as one — connected by the same sun. ☀️
6 Seasons. One Sun. One Country.

14/08/2026

The Mermaid’s Lament

OCEAN ART EXHIBITION Friday 14th August
Hopetoun CRC Marine Debris Category

A haunting celebration of the ocean—and a warning from the sea.

The Mermaid’s Lament is a sculptural textile artwork created from discarded marine plastics and ocean waste. Through stitching, weaving and textile construction, these discarded materials are transformed into the form of a mermaid, symbolising the beauty of our oceans and the growing threat posed by plastic pollution.

The mermaid represents the voice of the ocean—a reminder that what we discard on land can ultimately become part of her world. Her tangled form reflects the entanglement of marine life in plastic waste, while the act of transforming rubbish into art offers a message of hope, creativity and responsibility.

She is beautiful. She is vulnerable. And she is asking us to listen.

The Mermaid’s Lament — a voice for an ocean drowning in plastic.

28/07/2026

Natural dyeing t-shirts today, 100 % cotton. The studio shop smells good. Each piece is unique, each piece is an art work.

21/07/2026

🌿✨ NEW! Natural Wardrobe Moth Repellent Sachets ✨🌿

Our Natural Wardrobe Moth Repellent Sachets are handcrafted with a beautiful blend of Atlas Cedarwood Shavings, Dried Lavender Flowers, and Chrysanthemum Flowers to help freshen wardrobes, drawers, linen cupboards, and storage boxes while naturally deterring moths.

Perfect for woollens, silks, vintage textiles, seasonal clothing, and cherished handmade pieces.

🌿 Natural & chemical-free
🌿 Handmade in small batches
🌿 Set of 4 sachets
🌿 Beautifully scented with botanicals

Bring the calming aroma of nature into your home while caring for the clothes you love.

Available now at Charlene Vivienne Wellness.

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05/06/2026

✨ A Health Check-In & A Personal Reflection ✨

High cholesterol is incredibly common, affecting many Australians. At my recent 6-monthly health check, I discovered that my cholesterol levels were elevated, despite making conscious choices around nutrition, movement and wellbeing.

As I reflected on the results and discussed them with my healthcare provider, I also explored what this experience meant for me on an emotional and spiritual level. In my personal practice, I often ask myself what areas of life may be calling for greater attention, awareness or healing.

For me, this experience highlighted the importance of reconnecting with joy.

As a qualified wellness practitioner, I believe that periods of personal growth can bring hidden emotions and subconscious patterns into awareness. Sometimes feelings of unworthiness, low self-esteem, sadness or feeling stuck can quietly take up space in our lives, inviting us to nurture ourselves more deeply.

Inspired by this reflection, I turned to one of my favourite Western Australian native flower remedies, Yellow Wattle, which I personally use as part of my emotional wellbeing practice. The affirmation that accompanies this remedy is:

"I now abandon my past and see the joyful beauty of my life. I live in the present fully and with joy. I now feel optimistic about life and the future."

Alongside this, I enjoy using my Joy Aromatherapy Blend, creating a simple daily ritual to help me pause, reflect and reconnect with the beauty that exists in the present moment.

While flower remedies and aromatherapy are part of my personal wellbeing journey, I continue to work with my healthcare team regarding my physical health. For me, true wellness is about supporting mind, body and spirit together.

What brings you joy these days? 🌼💛

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26/05/2026

✨ FINAL CALL FOR DESIGNERS - GSFW 10th Anniversary✨
A decade of Integrated Ethical Excellence is coming to Budapest 🇭🇺

We invite visionary designers to join the 10th Global Sustainable Fashion Week and present collections that unite holistic sustainable design, circular and zero-waste innovation, heritage-driven craftsmanship, and future-ready ethical fashion in one cohesive vision of responsible and forward-thinking creativity.

This is more than a runway, it is a global platform for conscious design, meaningful storytelling, and industry transformation.

🚀 Full creative support provided
🎭 Professional runway production and team
📣 International visibility and EduPlatform opportunities
🤝 Networking with global fashion industry leaders

📍 Budapest, Hungary
📅 18 September 2026

⏳ Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
📩 Apply now via the official website: https://gsfashionweek.com/10gsfw-call-for-designers/

26/05/2026

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19/05/2026

17/05/2026

Windspray Art Gallery exhibition is now on till the end of May. Pop down to see the amazing local talent. Featured here is my award winning textile Wall to Wear slow stitch piece " Embrace the Unknown" Also Highly Recommended in the textile category woven textile handbag "The beaded Belle" all For Sale.