Hologram & a Quilt ...

Some hologram card reminded me of my 'Cathedral Window' quilt experiment - although not quite the same material, it lends itself well to this textile technique.

Cell sample ideas ...

Some other 'cell' samples using machine embroidery:

Hat stitching techniques suitable for cells ...

One of my hats was made using dyed net & then enhanced with beads & various hand embroidery - its appearance is very cellular.

Re-using "repeating" old samples ...

In my 'odd samples' box for reworking/resurrecting, I came across this.  (Something I personally discovered many years ago, was to keep old samples & techniques unsuited for a current project as it may be something suitable for another later on!)

It's basically a 3D collage in papers & paint - the background (the carpet) also (now) included within the imagery. I've found several processes repeating themselves within the way I'm working & feel it to be of some significance.

Samples for machine embroidered 'cells' ...

Working on some curtain headings inspired some initial thoughts on machine embroidery in the context of my current 'cells' project. Having a few oddments to hand, they were ideal for some first samples & experiments especially as the fabrics are lightweight & ideal for distressing.




Here's the circles of fabric cut away from a test swatch when adding rings to my curtains. With the addition of the double layer of sew-in interfacing, these swatches are ideal for machine embroidery etc.









Here I've cut away some sections - holding up to the light, they are perfect starting points for my 'cells' I'm working on. I've also some ideas for further working - but can't get to do it til next week!





I've added some water colour to these samples & quite like the effect that's being achieved. More ideas stemming from this will also have to wait until next week.