The Art of Towel Twisting: Meet the Artist Behind Fluffy Animal Creations
Inside the secret art of hotel towel twisting: Artist reveals how she makes fluffy crocodiles, frogs, dogs and tiny bunnies for guests

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Monique Sheena Platon, a towel artist on the Marella Discovery cruise ship, has mastered the art of towel twisting, creating whimsical designs like crocodiles, frogs, and swans. Since 2019, her creations have delighted guests, with some designs taking just minutes to craft. Monique shares her techniques and encourages others to try towel art at home.
- 01Monique has been a towel artist since 2019, creating a variety of designs including swans, dogs, and crocodiles.
- 02The crocodile design is the most complex, requiring multiple towels and taking 3-5 minutes to complete.
- 03Monique uses visual learning techniques, including YouTube videos, to develop her towel art skills.
- 04Guests often misidentify her towel creations, adding a humorous element to their experience.
- 05Monique provides tutorials for those interested in creating their own towel art at home.
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Monique Sheena Platon, a cabin steward on the Marella Discovery cruise ship, has gained recognition for her impressive towel art creations since joining the team in 2019. Known for crafting whimsical designs such as crocodiles, frogs, and swans, Monique aims to bring joy to guests returning to their rooms. Her most intricate creation, the crocodile, requires two hand towels and a bath mat, taking her between three to five minutes to complete. In contrast, simpler designs like bunnies can be made in as little as 15 seconds. Monique emphasizes the importance of visual learning in mastering her craft, often utilizing YouTube tutorials to refine her skills. Guests frequently engage with her designs, sometimes humorously misidentifying them, which adds to the fun atmosphere. Monique is passionate about sharing her techniques, offering step-by-step guides for those interested in creating their own towel art at home. With her approachable tutorials, she encourages aspiring towel artists to start small and gradually advance their skills, making the art of towel twisting accessible to everyone.
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