An Introduction
Hi there. This is my first post and since I’m in between pieces at the moment I figured this post would act more as an introduction. Writing is really not my thing. So I don’t suspect I’ll be posting on a daily basis. However, once I begin a new piece I will be posting more frequently during the duration of the creative process documenting any new techniques or just cool things as I go. But for now, as part of my introduction, here are a few photos of my studio. The space is small but very efficient.
To give you an idea of the size of this space, when I was finishing this duvet cover for our queen bed (below left) I needed a dog-free (hair-free) space to pin the layers together. This cover fit wall to wall on my studio floor with little to no room to spare (below right).
Needless to say, with such a small space I need to change the space as I work. I found “Murphy” tables the best solution. I have two such tables. One is 5 feet square when open and provides sufficient space for cutting and layout. (shown in the top photo) When it’s folded up it becomes a large artist easel (below left). The other table is a small sewing table that when folded adds to the décor with it’s decorative underside (below right).
Well I suspect I will be starting a new piece within a week. Please check back. Likewise, if you have something to share or comments, please don’t hesitate to email me – I’d love to hear from you.
Congratulations on your new website. Our complements to the designer! We have you bookmarked and will definitely be checking back.
In case you’re looking for some extra “storage” space for your finished pieces, we have a few walls you can use.
Wendy! congratulations on a wonderful website.
Your work humbles me! Truly, your fabric pieces are art. I love them all, but my favorites are the Japanes inspired, kimono-like hangings.
I have some gorgeous Asian fabrics and I have dreamed aof and designed (head work like you say) many art kimonos, and just have not taken time to make them.
I am looking forward to meeting you when I come to San Miguel in July.
And I now understand what you mean about visiting tiangues for clothing to recycle. I would not touch clothing coming from the segundas here. But they are different kinds of “shops” altogether!
I am also whining to the women on two sewing forums that i cannot get sewing supplies here, and I have friends bring things when they come. I am really interested in seeing these tiangues you mentioned to me.
Let’s hope the market changes soon and we can all be successgul in our sales.
good, beautiful, iinspiring work.
susana