I’ve just watched this video of Neil Gaiman addressing the University of the Arts (Philadelphia) Class of 2012. It was interesting enough to want to share it with the rest of you. P.S. Watch out for some of the altered … Continue reading
A couple of weeks ago an envelope arrived containing 2 sheets of paper – the judge’s critique from the Text on Textiles exhibition. At first I was a little disappointed, but hey I actually got chosen to take part in … Continue reading
The last month has been quite a busy one for me on the work front. Since I’ve been out of the house for a minimum of 11 hours and a maximum of 13 hours a day on work days, there … Continue reading
I’m not doing much making of art at the moment, but I am thinking about it. One thing I’ve been pondering is how you find a personal style. I personally think it is more than just producing a series of … Continue reading
here is another link to an article about the Quilts 1700-2010 exhibition at the V&A. This time the article appeared on the Daily Mail website. The quilt referred to was made by a group of Girl Guides at the Changi … Continue reading
Well a couple of days have gone by since I got back from the UK and the opening of the exhibition. I have had time to reflect and collect my thoughts together. These are the things that I have learnt … Continue reading
I thought the recent email from Quilting Arts gave very good advice. Since I can’t link to it I’m posting the text here for those of you who don’t get the emails. The advice is from Frances Holliday Alford. Embellishment … Continue reading
My next assignment for the C&G course is to make a small piece of patchwork from recycled fabric. It could be a piece of clothing or a household item. I’ve decided to use an old pillowcase, which probably belonged to … Continue reading