If only being an artist was creating artwork...............
Ok enough of that. Currently, I am preparing for a fall outdoor art sale. This may seem silly to some, but I want to sew up a decorative slip cover for my folding plastic chair; which I will use for the sale. I really want the appearance of my tent to look more like a pop up shop. So for me having a decorative slip cover is another element to my "brand" or "look".
The words I think of when I think of my brand, are : natural, feminine, ethereal. etc.
Here is the fabric I picked out from Fabric.com:
Here is my folding chair:
To create the pattern, I pulled out my freezer paper and folded it along the chair edges. I use a ruler to straighten out the edges and then I will add a 1/2 seam allowance. I will gather fabric along the seat seam and that will be full enough to cover the legs. Once this is finished I will try to remember to post the finished result............but I will definitely post photos of my tent at the show.
Also, I am working on a new series of paintings. The Swamp Series. Living in South Eastern Louisiana the swamps and bayous play a significant role in most of our lives. It is not surprising that I would embrace the imagery.
Check it out:
"Gliding Through"
I am in the process of test prints for this watercolor. I am hopeful to have this piece listed on Etsy for August...............along with other Swamp Series paintings. You can always check out my work on Etsy/ Softly Painted Stories (shop name)
Happy creating,
Christin
