Kayleigh

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Hello! I’m Kayleigh, a creative, plant loving designer with a deep respect for the land. I'm interested in learning more about plants in new environments

Description

Hello! I’m Kayleigh, a British-Australian with Japanese residency, currently based in the UK and heading to the Caribbean in August to explore my roots, my grandfather was from Dominica, and I’m excited to connect more deeply with the land, people, and plants of the region.

Over the last 6 years, I lived in the countryside in Japan where I ran an organic vegetable farm and embraced a pretty self sufficient lifestyle. I'm deeply passionate about plants, not only as food, but as medicine, colour, and connection. I dye textiles using locally foraged plants, make my own clothes, and even create my own skincare using botanicals I gather and grow. I also forage for natural hair care ingredients and love learning traditional ways of working with nature.

Alongside this, I work remotely as a freelance designer. This flexibility allows me to travel slowly, contribute meaningfully, and stay curious. I’m especially interested in connecting with hosts who live close to the land, whether you’re farming, preserving traditional knowledge, supporting local communities, or sharing cultural stories.

What I Can Offer:
→ Organic gardening and small scale farming experience
→ Plant dyeing and natural textiles
→ Clothes making and basic mending
→ Skincare and herbal knowledge
→ Foraging, plant ID (I'm familiar with European & East Asian plants), and sustainable living
→ Help with design (graphic or visual), creative projects, or content creation
→ Love and care for animals and nature
→ A strong interest in contributing to community focused projects and initiatives

I’m hardworking, respectful, and deeply interested in learning about new ecosystems, traditions, and ways of living. I value community, slowness, and care in all things I do.

I’d love to contribute my energy and skills while learning from yours, especially in places where knowledge of plants, sustainability, and local wisdom are shared and celebrated.

Looking forward to connecting 🌿

Love,
Kayleigh

Interests

Fashion or beauty

Sustainability

Politics / Social justice

Farming

Culture

Photography

Books

DIY & crafts

Animals

History

Plant care

Gardening

Cooking & food

Art & design

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Beach

Water sports

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Japanese: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Life at a Farmstay

Gardening

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Able to teach about:  

Art Projects

More details about your skills

- Adobe / Design
- Sewing
- Plant dyeing
- Gardening & Farming
- Foraging (British & Japanese plants only)
- Some self sufficiency skills with utilising plants

Age

31

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  Special dietary requirements