Hi, I'm Lisa, and I've been creating for as long as I can remember.
My first attempt at bear making was in 1985 after completing a patchwork quilting course while living in Sydney. I had no idea at the time that one class would eventually lead to a business that has now been part of my life for more than 30 years.
After returning to Brisbane in 1990, I discovered mohair and traditional teddy bear design. My love of sewing, quilting, fabric, and handmade creations continued to grow, and in 1995, Megelles was born.
The name Megelles is very special to me. It's a combination of my daughters' names, Megan and Elly.
Over the years, I designed more than 40 teddy bear and stitchery patterns, taught workshops and regular craft circles, and had my work published both in Australia and internationally.
One of my proudest moments came in 2005, when Joseph won the TOBY Industry Choice Award.
My designs and patterns have appeared in publications including Australian Bear Creations, Homespun, Teddy Bear & Friends, and The Courier-Mail, and many of my teddy bears have become treasured keepsakes in homes around the world.
As my love of patchwork continued to grow, Megelles evolved into an online quilt shop specialising in carefully curated patchwork and quilting fabrics, exclusive Special Bundles, patterns, and sewing supplies.
In 2018, I was honoured to be featured as a Janome Maker for Janome Australia, sharing my passion for creativity with a wider audience.
Today, I continue to work from my home studio in Bellbowrie, Queensland, surrounded by fabrics, quilts, teddy bears, unfinished projects, and far more ideas than I could ever possibly complete.
Sewing should be fun, not frustrating.
That's why you'll also find tutorials, sewing tips, free patterns, project inspiration, and a wonderful community of makers throughout the Megelles website, blog, and social media pages.
Thank you for being part of the Megelles story.
Happy sewing,
Lisa
https://www.janome.com.au/janome-maker-lisa-dopking/
As most of my friends know I do love my Janome Sewing Machines and in October 2018 I was asked to be on Janome Australia's website as a Janome Maker.
My profile and patterns have been published both locally and internationally. My first cover girl was Annie. A few of my older publications can be found on my blog.
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