What I’m Working On
Art bra! Haven’t a clue really how to do it. But my sister is organizing an art bra display celebrating women for a local hospital and I said I would make one to take to meetings, etc. My theme is the contrast between our nuturing part and the part of us that has to be tough as nails. The soft side shown in progress is cat hair and fibers felted in little balls (I know, weird). But I figured that washed cat hair wouldn’t bother anyone with allergies. The hard part on the opposite side is taking a little thinking. I’m glad I chose a padded bra on which to work. Every surface needs to be covered, so I have definitely done the easy part.
A new Boundary Waters is up and in progress. As Fall deepens, so does my color palette. This one is going to be textural +++++. I have it almost collaged together and have already broken two jean needles. All the stitching yet to go. This is a teeny-tiny part of the whole that will be quite big as it needs to meet some specific requirements for a juried exhibit.
Books, books, books. A very time consuming task, but I am a big fan of Blurb books. The cover shown is from a book I did for my sister and me of our first thirteen Boundary Waters adventures. I have three books in progress including Wild on the Edges: Inspiration from a Creative Life. It’s a very personal and idiosyncratic collection of essays and photos. Stay tuned!
Leonie – I appreciate the tip from someone who has obviously Been There, Done That. Thanks! V.
Congrats Virginia on taking on the art bra project! It’s a whole different medium. I love your chosen theme and hope you will show us your finished work of art.
Just a word of warning – if your padded bra is made of ” memory foam” be aware of gripping the cup too tightly when stitching as the warmth of your hands distorts the foam and it’s a *&%# to shape it back!
Good luck also with your new book projects – you certainly keep busy!
All best wishes……L