A FUNGUS fascination has led Mildura textile artist Alice Gove to her second consecutive state title in embroidery.

The 80-year-old has taken out the judges' prize for best exhibit at the 2024 Embroiderers Guild Victoria statewide exhibition in Melbourne.

Demonstrating unmatched skill and creative flair, Gove created four mushrooms by manipulating material, using a variety of cotton textiles, so...