Tuesday, February 13, 2007

Creating texture with raw seam edges

I have been working on yet more postcards for swaps and am at the point of having two or three sets at the almost finished stage so hopefully will have a few things to share over the coming days.

Here is something that I did get finished. For the FAF texture challenge I decided to experiment with trying to create textured fabric using raw seams. I took some of the fabric that I dyed the other day and this is what I ended up with.I cut lots of 3/4" strips from the fabric and rejoined them, Leaving all of the seams showing I then layered on a couple of pieces of tulle, some beads, ribbon, sequins and a few french knots.

I ended up with two very similar postcards which I have decided to call 'Springtime I & II' as the colours just remind me so much of spring.

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7 comments:

  1. Carol6:34 PM

    These are fab I love the soft colour you have used.

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  2. Anonymous7:28 PM

    Great postcard - I love the texture and the colors are so fresh!

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  3. Anonymous11:10 PM

    Nicely done Angela! Lovely colors and great texture. Very clever idea!

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  4. Terri Stegmiller2:44 AM

    Yep, that name fits. They're lovely.

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  5. Helen in the UK8:14 AM

    What a great idea to use the raw edges for texture - so simple, yet so effective! Love the colours and the finished effect :)

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  6. Purple Missus8:49 AM

    Just seen these on Mags blog. They look great Angela. What a clever idea.

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  7. Alis Clair8:33 AM

    Wonderful Angela. I love the depth and texture created by this idea.
    Hugs, Alis

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