Holly Astral

Bold. Colour. Geometric.

Holly Astral is a multi-disciplinary artist and the founder of Gravity Tattoo, widely recognised as one of the most sought after tattoo artists in Bedfordshire. With over a decade of experience behind the needle she has carved out a reputation for creating vibrant expressive tattoos that are packed with detail energy and personality.

Holly’s work is unmistakable. Her style blends bold colour with intricate geometry often weaving in surreal and psychedelic elements inspired by animals nature and the unseen world. She has a particular love for designing trippy animal tattoos that feel alive with movement and meaning combining bright palettes with sharp symmetry and layered texture. Her pieces are built not just for impact but for depth and individuality.

Clients come to Holly for her art but stay for the experience. Her calm grounded approach puts people instantly at ease whether they’re walking in for their first tattoo or returning for their tenth. She takes the time to understand each person’s vision translating ideas into fully custom pieces that reflect who they are and what matters to them. Her work is never rushed and never generic. Every tattoo is designed with intention and delivered with precision.

Online course PLUS craft kit; Trick or Treat Mimitchi
Sale Price: £40.00 Original Price: £45.00

I ship all the materials, patterns and videos course you need to complete my ‘Trick or Treat Mimitchi’ course. I am posting from the UK, shipping rates will vary worldwide.

Setting up the shop and deliverables is all very new to me so postage may be a little slow. So as a thank you to my first customers I’ve lowered the price for a couple of weeks until I get the hang of things.

You will receive;

  • Paperclay - enough to complete two heads.

  • Synthetic Mohair fabric in dusky pink

  • Embroidery floss

  • Soft toy stuffing

  • 2x pairs of doll eyes

  • 1mm wire

I have excluded the spray sealant and sewing needles as this makes the kit really complicated to send overseas. Both of these items can be found on eBay

You will need to purchase:

  • Mr Super Clear UK cut sealant

  • One large, sharp tipped, sewing needle (approx 1.5”)

  • One fine hand sewing needle

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Would you love to create tiny creatures like this but don’t know where to start? My course will show you!

Split into four modules I walk you through, step by step, how i make this miniature creation.

The course comprises of my original sewing patterns and detailed instructions as well as 1.5 hours of real-time videos and instructions of how to:

  • Sew the body and complete the embroidery

  • Instruction on how to create posable bodies without buying fancy doll joints.

  • Sculpt the head

  • Paint the head

Full shopping list included.

Holly Astral Makes….

Online Course: Trick or Treat Mimitchi
£15.00

Would you love to create tiny creatures like this but don’t know where to start? My course will show you!

Split into four modules I walk you through, step by step, how i make this miniature creation.

The course comprises of my original sewing patterns and detailed instructions as well as 1.5 hours of real-time videos and instructions of how to:

  • Sew the body and complete the embroidery

  • Instruction on how to create posable bodies without buying fancy doll joints.

  • Sculpt the head

  • Paint the head

Full shopping list included.

Skeleton Mittens Knitting Pattern
£6.00

Handcharted knitting pattern in the distinctive Selbu knitting style. Also includes a page of written notes by Holly to help you on your way if you are new to working in this style.

Patons diploma gold 4ply
(55% Wool, 25% Acrylic, 20% Nylon)

Main colour 4219 powder pink
Contrast colour 4226 raspberry pink
Uses maybe 2/3 of a ball of each colour

The finished mittens measure 11cm wide and 27cm long.

Tension
10x10cm (4x4in)
28sts x 36 rows

I used 2.5mm needles. If you’d like the mittens a little larger I’d recommend a 3mm needle.

Tiny Bunny Slippers (free pattern)
£0.00

Pattern and step by step guide to create these tiny bunny slippers. Pattern is for a blythe doll or at Pullip/Monster High/ Barbie size.

SHOWCASE

Explore Holly’s work on Colour, Bold, Geometric inspired designs.

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