Blind Faith

 At the end of a printing session there was alot of dark leftovers. I've under printed a leaf motif, then spread over all weak aqua mixed with stuff from the table. Looks frightful, and might be just that, but I've got a wager that the dark on top will tame down. I'll wash out tomorrow and see.

More Printing

I've continued with demos for Crafty Monkies today. Printing the screens, adding rubbings, talking motif, and mixing color were all that went into my rambling thoughts as I printed one after another. Can't wait to wash out to see the dye strength, Tomorrow!

 

New and Just Hung Up

With a new foot of snow landing throughout the day, it was the perfect time to finish quilting this whole cloth print. Facings are done, sleeve attached, and tomorrow after the snowplow has come, I'll deliver it. It'll travel Wednesday to its home in India, and I hope that it will be welcomed. 
 

On the Longarm

A friend's request had me suggesting a selection of whole cloth pieces, and I'm now quilting her choice. I love quilting what I've printed, as the road map is already there. Hope to finish soon, and am looking forward to staying in for the snowfall expected tomorrow. 
 

Get Ready

We're forecast for a winter storm, and I'm fine staying in. I've lots of work to catch up on, a couple of exhibition calls to answer, and a gas fireplace if all else fails. And if that's the case, don't worry about a skip in this blog. We'll survive and double up when it's clear. Stay safe!

 

Try On for Size

I've cut frames to edit three block sizes for the project I've sign on for. They are 9 x 18, 18 square, and 27 x 18. These do fit -- just -- on a piece of my printed fabric, but leave no room for choosing different sections. It's a demonstration for selecting compositions that are compelling.
 

Captures

Another day of fooling with cameras and sound to get the stage set for videos on how I work on a project. This is for Crafty Monkies, and will air mid-year. But first, I need to get the set nailed. Or printed, you might say.

 

When the Stars Align

Printing textiles that use the same pallet a well as a common motif, and most importantly, a common edge color make these works flow from one to another. I spent some time at the studio with more to try. The first two were printed during Australia printing week, and I don't think I can wait to use them!
 

Bit of Color to Wake You

 

Some of the prints I made along side the class of Australian printers were added to my website store. Color is strong, some were bumped with extra strength after proofing them against the color temperature of the wintertime studio. Testing the print mix strength is a must to know what you'll get. I want color!

Pattern Language

I can remember my childhood wallpaper. Patterns were all around me, and now that I've cleaned a cupboard, I realize that mom's teacups were part of that learning heritage. Live with pattern, learn.
 

Should've Stayed Home

I added about two dozen new prints to my website store. I chose them because #1 I have many and #2 I have others. Some I know I shouldn't let go, and when they do, have a tinge of remorse. Then I remember reasons #1 and #2. Have fun, new owner!