I collect vintage textiles, nothing too precious or pristine in fact the tattier the better. Embroidered traycloths, doilies, scraps of lace, old handmade tablecloths and worn sheets to name but a few things I keep my eyes open for.
These wallhangings (22" x 16") are part of a series of six that I have made. I find them pleasing because they combine several crafts: applique, hand painted fabrics, embroidery and crochet mixed with a few commercial scraps of batik. The backgrounds are all vintage French linen.
This is beaded and sequined version using my handprinted linens that I think I produced at a Ruth Isset class.
These pieces are quite contemporary in their colours and design, but without a doubt they also hark back to historical crewel work. I'm quite fond of these three pieces and might visit the series again to see if I can bring anything else to them.
I love these - they are so delicate! I can definitely see the historic element to them. If you ever get bored with them I am perfectly happy to give them a new home :)
ReplyDeleteYou may have afew of us ready to home them lol They are such fun but nostalgic too. really, really lovely!
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous little gems. The flowers are beautiful.
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