I spend so much time stitching while sitting with mother that I have not only finished March and April CQJP 2015 and I have started on May and June.. But I could use a break from corsets but have absolutely nothing suitable for toting about. And finally after giving it some thought and decided on two new projects... First is really expanding and exploring an old project... Faux Goldwork
I initiated two Fool's Gold round robins several years ago and thoroughly enjoyed experimenting with ticky-tacky gold stuff to create a goldwork look but the RR left me with the feeling I wanted to try more...... I could have happily kept every piece I did, especially this fat little bird with strawberries. This was mostly couching and very slow going.
It was inspired by this piece of William Morris wallpaper. So I must find time to make up about ten 7" blocks and take a sketchbook with me to mother instead of stitching and work up some ideas from other Wm Morris artwork. I love his combination of art nouveau flora and fauna. I had so much gold stash left that supplies will not be a problem...and I would like to use this stash before I die.... This finished piece will be a shroud.
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6 comments:
I remember you saying how much your enjoyed working on the faux goldwork blocks. And isn't it nice to have a stash so that when you want to do a project all you have to do is dig it out :). I'm looking forward to seeing the blocks as you work on them.
I want to try my hand at Goldwork. I was given materials from a friend who had a shop with her mother of needlework supplies and this was some of what was left.
Your piece is lovely ~ FlowerLady
The faux gold block of the fat little bird is stunning! I haven't tried goldwork yet--faux or not. But it has such appeal, that maybe one of these days......
"A shroud"??? I'm sorry, Miss, but you can never die! You haven't taught me everything yet!
Hugs,
Bev in Utah
It's always fun to drop in and see what gorgeousness you've been creating.
Strawberry Thief is my favorite William Morris motif, too!
Can't wait to see what's next.
xo
Donna
The goldwork is so pretty Gerry I know all that you create in that style will be beautiful. Can't wait to see it all. Keep warm up there and hugs and thanks for all the tips you give us. ox
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