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6.10.2011

Summer Inspiration

Well folks, there are many a DIY projects that I plan on tackling this summer before baby comes. For the nursery, you might ask? Yes m'am. These are so cute:

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click here to see a tutorial on these fabulous yarn letters!

I think this mobile, or something similar, would be easy to make from all the fabric scraps I have accumulated over the years... Stay tuned!

4.03.2010

There is, perhaps, no better way to display lovely, vintage fabric than to stretch it on to an embroidery hoop, add embelishments (vintage buttons, jewelry, embroidery, appliques, etc) and hang it on your wall. Here are a few examples from my own home:

I have plenty of extra fabric and vintage buttons, so all of these hoops can also be purchased in my shop:)

Check out a tutorial here.

These are a few hoop wall art groupings that have me itching to make more!

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Ideas for your own hoop wall art:

- Vintage screenprinted t-shirts, perhaps a sentimental scrap of fabric from one of Grandpa's old shirts

- Upholstry squares (they are cheap and the perfect size--not to mention durable)

- Chalkboard oilcloth fabric (purchase here) for writing notes!

-Vintage curtains, sheets, or pillowcases offer super fun and funky patterns (especially barkcloth!)

Embellish with:

-Vintage buttons (easy to find at flea markets or in Gram's sewing basket)

-Criscrossed ribbon (ala french memo board) and insert photos and ticket stubs!

-Cutout appliques-- cut out a heart, flower, or any other shape from fabric, rustically stitch it

to the canvas and leave a bit of room to insert batting before you stitch it up

(it makes for an adorable 3-D hoop)

-Vintage jewelry (clip the posts off of large, round earings and hot glue on to fabric,

affix a strand of beads or faux pears to the rim of the hoop)

-Silhouette cutouts, in black or contrasting fabric, of your loved ones or favorite shapes

Feel free to comment with your own ideas for hoop wall art decor!

3.09.2010

Homage to Laura Ashley, with a Twist

It's starting to feel like spring and that makes me think about sunshine and flowers and baby chics (over the top, I know, but don't stop reading yet...) AND Laura Ashley curtains blowing in the wind. I think what I have always loved about the Laura Ashley line is its unabashed femininity throughout the decades. She made homey, soft, floral, comfy, sweet designs...

I distincly remember my favorite outfit in 3th grade was a faded jean jumper over a floral blouse with a lace collar and a pair of brown leather ankle boots. I was really hoping I looked like a Laura Ashley model (my early 90's feathered, poofy bangs probably didn't help, but a girl can dream!). In the spirit of the late, great Welsh designer, I have compiled a few room inspiration shots. They all incorporate vintage elements, femenine touches with a punch, and current LA products. Enjoy!