Paint an Apron!!
To my delight there is always mending or stitching to add as I refresh my favorite garments- but this project was a bit more of a creative dive!!
My STARTS, like this black linen piece, are usually hiding in my closet.
This piece began with some white fabric paint and a stiff brush- I knew it was going to be fun.
Planning can be involved if you are going to do this-I did a few lines with a sewing chalk. Once I did the brush outline, I could see that 2 buttons and some hand stitching would give it a more finished look. How fun is this!?!?!? Next I’ve got to draw a vest on one of my shirts…
Travel has always inspired my love of textiles and making. An earlier time, visiting my daughter in the Peace Corp, was full of adventure in Panama. As a teacher, I couldn’t help but offer a few minutes of consult in Panama City as we began our trip!!
Is this your time to get away, breath in new landscapes and explore new directions in your love of textiles? A group of passionate makers will be in New Mexico with me this fall, we’d love to have you join us in our Taos Studio.
Taos Design Outside the Lines Sept 20-25th— As fall colors the surrounding hills, we settle in for a week of fabric printing, stitching, collage and sewing. Come see where your imagination takes you…anything seems possible there under the turquoise sky and magic of New Mexico’s high desert.
Looking forward Fall travel & projects, Diane