Then the printing & the reprinting for all the late night mistakes.
There is the very important choice of fabrics & the wonderful op-shopping experience to acquire those fabrics. Then the marriage of an illustration & fabric.
The addition of sewing detail is a subtle feature, but so important in my eyes & my favourite pieces always end up being those that are the most time-consuming!
A hanging wire is attached to the hoop. Then, lastly the printed/sewn illustration can be stretched & fixed in the hoop.
Presto!.. (I know, a ridiculous word to use for such a detailed process) its done!
I need to sew pretty details & contour lines tonight, but I am ever so tired... the thoughts of Vintage Carousel keep me going... Not long now.
These look so intricate and pretty!
ReplyDeleteYou certainly have a unique talent.
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Thank you Carly!
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