So I'll get to meet this little treasure, who has finally grown into her Juicy Roo tshirt that I sent when she arrived 12 months ago. How gorgeous is she? So gorgeous!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Juicy Roo Tshirt Model
Introducing exquisite little Siena, the first daughter of my dear Aussie pal Paul and his exceptionally lovely Japanese Canadian wife Janine, who are coming all the way from Vancouver to VISIT ME IN JANUARY and I'm VERY excited.
So I'll get to meet this little treasure, who has finally grown into her Juicy Roo tshirt that I sent when she arrived 12 months ago. How gorgeous is she? So gorgeous!
So I'll get to meet this little treasure, who has finally grown into her Juicy Roo tshirt that I sent when she arrived 12 months ago. How gorgeous is she? So gorgeous!
Monday, September 28, 2009
Vintage Lara Cameron Tote!
OK it might be a stretch to call this fabric Vintage but given its from a while ago, and not available anymore (at least in this colour way) I consider it vintage! It took an important birthday to bring me to be able to take a pair of scissors to this lovely piece of ginko fabric by Ink & Spindle's fabulously talented Lara Cameron. So when my sweet sista-in-law Snizza had a birthday yesterday, I got busy stitching.
In a perfect world I could have made it a smidgeon wider but overall I was happy with it and she loved it so that's the main thing!
A little bit of zipper action:
A spot to hang your keys:
And I'm loving the silver metallic thread these days for top stitching reinforcements! (This thread represents a positive in my ongoing love/hate relationship with Spotlight)
In a perfect world I could have made it a smidgeon wider but overall I was happy with it and she loved it so that's the main thing!
A little bit of zipper action:
A spot to hang your keys:
And I'm loving the silver metallic thread these days for top stitching reinforcements! (This thread represents a positive in my ongoing love/hate relationship with Spotlight)
Thursday, September 10, 2009
"Love Your Experiments (as you would an ugly child)"
When I lived in Canada I was fortunate enough to be exposed to the work of graphic design guru Bruce Mau (although referring to him as a graphic design guru still seems somewhat inadequate as he is much much more than that). Anyway his studio came up with "An Incomplete Manifesto for Growth" which has to be the most inspiring set of rules for any creative person. One 'rule' that I am constantly trying to make friends with is #4 on the list - to love your experiments as you would an ugly child! It always makes me chuckle but I must admit that I do find it hard to love creations that I feel are inferior in any way.
Enter stage left sock bunny Exhibit A. I'd been contemplating revisiting a sock bunny project that my friend Cyd and I tacked in Grade 8 sewing class! After further inspiration from the fabulous sock creature creations discovered at Sydney's Stitches and Craft Show by Kristie from Rourke and Henry and Claire from Craft Schmaft, I tried to remember how we made them (it was 1985 after all!), and I whipped up this rather dodgy looking character. As is often the case when I "wing it" ...I cringe a little at the results. This poor bunny needs a prettier face, more stuffing in her limbs, and nicer eyes! But I am loving her anyway as an experiment - and a starting point to improve on. After all, the first wonky I ever did was very odd-looking as well. So here she is, and I am loving her, as I would an ugly child.
I do like her whiskers though:
and her fully lined apron dress!
Enter stage left sock bunny Exhibit A. I'd been contemplating revisiting a sock bunny project that my friend Cyd and I tacked in Grade 8 sewing class! After further inspiration from the fabulous sock creature creations discovered at Sydney's Stitches and Craft Show by Kristie from Rourke and Henry and Claire from Craft Schmaft, I tried to remember how we made them (it was 1985 after all!), and I whipped up this rather dodgy looking character. As is often the case when I "wing it" ...I cringe a little at the results. This poor bunny needs a prettier face, more stuffing in her limbs, and nicer eyes! But I am loving her anyway as an experiment - and a starting point to improve on. After all, the first wonky I ever did was very odd-looking as well. So here she is, and I am loving her, as I would an ugly child.
I do like her whiskers though:
and her fully lined apron dress!
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Stitches & Craft Wrap Up #2
OK so I am a bit late with this post, but I wanted to make mention of some of the ultra groovy stuff I picked up from the talented crafty chicks at the show!
It was awesome to meet Michelle from Shelbyville, and I just LOVED this collection of stories and her awesome Illustration + graphics about...laundromats! I will never look at a laundromat the same way again. I had to buy two of these coz I have a special friend in Canada who I hope will love it as much as me!
I LOVE this lined pouch by Lily Pad Designs. Having made a few lined pouches in my time, I had a deep appreciation for the flawlessness of this little creation. And that fabric! Divine. I bought this pouch on Day 1...just couldn't resist.
How groovy are these silk screened cards from Surface Art? So lovely! I think I might even frame them...
I've always loved Julie Paterson's work from Cloth...and summer is on the way so I think I will make a skirt with this lovely fabric pack. I chuckled when Julie said she was not a good sewer. She's pretty good if you ask me!
Just loved this print from Kristen Doran. It will SO be a panel in a skirt. Another skirt! I have way too many skirts. But they are so easy and quick to make: I don't reckon you can ever have too many if you make them yourself!
And how could I not come home with a bundle of delight from my lovely neighbours, Ink & Spindle? And instead of cleaning my house this weekend, I finished my Ink & Spindle "Wonky Trio"....that I hope to feature on the front of my wonky pattern that will be available SOON.
If its possible to imagine, I do have a few other show goodies but I think I will post about them when they are being turned into creations! Until next time....happy stitching! xo
It was awesome to meet Michelle from Shelbyville, and I just LOVED this collection of stories and her awesome Illustration + graphics about...laundromats! I will never look at a laundromat the same way again. I had to buy two of these coz I have a special friend in Canada who I hope will love it as much as me!
I LOVE this lined pouch by Lily Pad Designs. Having made a few lined pouches in my time, I had a deep appreciation for the flawlessness of this little creation. And that fabric! Divine. I bought this pouch on Day 1...just couldn't resist.
How groovy are these silk screened cards from Surface Art? So lovely! I think I might even frame them...
I've always loved Julie Paterson's work from Cloth...and summer is on the way so I think I will make a skirt with this lovely fabric pack. I chuckled when Julie said she was not a good sewer. She's pretty good if you ask me!
Just loved this print from Kristen Doran. It will SO be a panel in a skirt. Another skirt! I have way too many skirts. But they are so easy and quick to make: I don't reckon you can ever have too many if you make them yourself!
And how could I not come home with a bundle of delight from my lovely neighbours, Ink & Spindle? And instead of cleaning my house this weekend, I finished my Ink & Spindle "Wonky Trio"....that I hope to feature on the front of my wonky pattern that will be available SOON.
If its possible to imagine, I do have a few other show goodies but I think I will post about them when they are being turned into creations! Until next time....happy stitching! xo
Monday, August 24, 2009
Unbelievable the Show is Over...For Now!
WOW.
All I can say is WOW. Actually I have HEAPS more than just that to say! But it will take a few entries no doubt to say everything I need to. In a nutshell: the Stitches & Craft Show was the most rewarding, inspiring and fabulous experience. I am positively HIGH on all the amazing people I met, all the incredible talent out there on display, and I can't wait for the Melbourne Show! I hope I never lose the level of enthusiasm and passion I have for creativity that I feel RIGHT NOW!
OK I'm sorry for being a self-promo NERD but for everyone who didnt make it to the show, here is a pic of me with some of my goodies:
and here is my gorgeous mother Mazzy who was such a massive help, and so selfless throughout the show (and before!) and I was delighted to share the experience with her:
I wanted to get pics of everyone else in Incubator but of course got side-tracked every time I went to venture out with my camera...so instead I will share my finds: (and it will take a while to get them all up here!)
Check out my sock monkey! I did a workshop with the lovely and hilarious Kristie from Rourke and Henry: my sock monkey had the most "junk in his trunk" (i.e. those were Kristie's words coz his butt was kind of big!)
A big highlight for me was meeting the lovely Nanette from Rummage and her gorgeous mother Joan...Nanette was making these exquisite little peg dolls and I originally bought one, then two, then thought of getting a few for gifts....ended up with five and I honestly don't think I can part with ANY of them. This little redhead was perfect for me! She has a daisy on her dress, and I am self-professed daisy CRAZY! I just loved them all.
And look at this one! SOOOOOO SWEET!
It all went so fast and before I knew it I was packing up my ute again to head across the mountains back to Bathurst. In the five days I was gone, the cherry blossoms have started blooming. YAY. Spring is in the air!
I got heaps of other goodies and will write more later. How lucky was I to get neighboured with the Ink and Spindle girls? They were even lovelier than their fabric, and that is off-the-richterscale lovely. More about them and my latest I & S stash later.
A HUGE thank you to everyone who came by and showed their support. xoxxx
All I can say is WOW. Actually I have HEAPS more than just that to say! But it will take a few entries no doubt to say everything I need to. In a nutshell: the Stitches & Craft Show was the most rewarding, inspiring and fabulous experience. I am positively HIGH on all the amazing people I met, all the incredible talent out there on display, and I can't wait for the Melbourne Show! I hope I never lose the level of enthusiasm and passion I have for creativity that I feel RIGHT NOW!
OK I'm sorry for being a self-promo NERD but for everyone who didnt make it to the show, here is a pic of me with some of my goodies:
and here is my gorgeous mother Mazzy who was such a massive help, and so selfless throughout the show (and before!) and I was delighted to share the experience with her:
I wanted to get pics of everyone else in Incubator but of course got side-tracked every time I went to venture out with my camera...so instead I will share my finds: (and it will take a while to get them all up here!)
Check out my sock monkey! I did a workshop with the lovely and hilarious Kristie from Rourke and Henry: my sock monkey had the most "junk in his trunk" (i.e. those were Kristie's words coz his butt was kind of big!)
A big highlight for me was meeting the lovely Nanette from Rummage and her gorgeous mother Joan...Nanette was making these exquisite little peg dolls and I originally bought one, then two, then thought of getting a few for gifts....ended up with five and I honestly don't think I can part with ANY of them. This little redhead was perfect for me! She has a daisy on her dress, and I am self-professed daisy CRAZY! I just loved them all.
And look at this one! SOOOOOO SWEET!
It all went so fast and before I knew it I was packing up my ute again to head across the mountains back to Bathurst. In the five days I was gone, the cherry blossoms have started blooming. YAY. Spring is in the air!
I got heaps of other goodies and will write more later. How lucky was I to get neighboured with the Ink and Spindle girls? They were even lovelier than their fabric, and that is off-the-richterscale lovely. More about them and my latest I & S stash later.
A HUGE thank you to everyone who came by and showed their support. xoxxx
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Dig the Dog debut at Stitches & Craft Show
I am so grateful for my brother. He rocks. Not only is he a mega-talented illustrator/designer/multi-media KING, he is a ridiculously excellent bloke. About a year ago we collaborated on a tshirt project: designing tshirts for kids under the name Dig The Dog. It was a fun mix of both of our styles of drawing. After months of R & D we finally found a great supplier of transfers that don't crack or peel after being heat pressed onto the t shirt. Another recent exciting development was finding a good supplier of baby tshirts. They're so cute! Teeny tiny itty bitty little t-shirts!
Check out our nerdy promo shot: it was so hard to remain semi-serious during our self-timed photo shoot!
His drawing style is fabulously PUNK. His style has been a hit with people looking for kids tshirts a bit edgier than your average baby/kids gear. I had some fun creating some designs with some of his drawings (i.e. skull tshirt on far right):
And of course Juicy Roo's tshirts are as warm and fuzzy as it gets:
I'm excited to say that all the t-shirts will be available at the Stitches and Craft Show NEXT WEEK! I am so excited to be part of the Incubator section at the show, with all the other uber-talented designers and creationists! We're up on Level 4 at the exhibition centre at Rosehill Racecourse. I am at stand 176. Be sure to drop by and say hello!!! Whew. That was quite the post.
Check out our nerdy promo shot: it was so hard to remain semi-serious during our self-timed photo shoot!
His drawing style is fabulously PUNK. His style has been a hit with people looking for kids tshirts a bit edgier than your average baby/kids gear. I had some fun creating some designs with some of his drawings (i.e. skull tshirt on far right):
And of course Juicy Roo's tshirts are as warm and fuzzy as it gets:
I'm excited to say that all the t-shirts will be available at the Stitches and Craft Show NEXT WEEK! I am so excited to be part of the Incubator section at the show, with all the other uber-talented designers and creationists! We're up on Level 4 at the exhibition centre at Rosehill Racecourse. I am at stand 176. Be sure to drop by and say hello!!! Whew. That was quite the post.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Isis the Wonder Cat
Here is my favourite furry girl, and if she could speak, she would complain that I have not been playing with her enough because I have been completely obsessed with preparations for the Show next week. I am also doing an experiment as I have just discovered that its possible to blog directly from Flickr. Late year resolution: populate my flickr page! Until next time....
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