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Corset for Belle Armoire magazine
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This is one of the creative projects in my new book,
“Altered Style”. I guide you through the process of
techniques used to journal on garments. Garment
journals are a “work in progress”. Start with the
collar and add a design. When you find the perfect
charm…add it to your Artwear Journal! You will be
amazed how all the motifs, charms, and techniques
come together to express YOU. Notice: the Pagoda
pin on the collar, the circle cutout on the shoulder,
the red beads that lead to the cutout, the framed
bamboo, the raw edge applique of crane and flowers.
On the back: the embellished Geisha writing in her
journal, brass fan charm, and three pieces of vintage
Kimono.
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The reason to exist…Truth! Wear your message of creativity.
This denim noir jacket came together quickly. It started with
a silver foiled “Truth” on the back. Lace and meandering
stitching added drama and it was finished with curls drawn
with a permanent marker. Add Swarovski crystals to put light
on the message. Sometimes an artwear journal focuses on a
moment in time. After watching all the politics of our
Nation . . . we need to: Say what you mean! Mean what you say!
Wear it on your sleeve!
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This wrap around Obi (belt) was created by piecing vintage Kimono fabrics together. Free motion was used to quilt and enhance the hand painted silks. Gold thread and beads added elegance to this piece de resistance. Black cording with ancient Chinese coins were wrapped around the back and tied in the front.
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