Corris Uchaf, Wales
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Ode to Van Gogh
Aug 11th
Just in case you missed it earlier … I went through a stage not so long ago of creating wallhangings based on the works of recent great artists.
In this wallhanging, I created my impression of Vincent Van Gogh’s “sunflowers” in fabric.
The sunflower petals were more loosely attached as they got closer to the surface to give greater visual depth to the wallhanging. This in turn mutes the background into more of a still life.
As with many of the works and indeed perhaps the life of the original artist, everything is offset from the centre, drawing the eye away from the obvious centre to the peripherals. Much as the more observant of our species views the world anyway…
It was “framed” by a wood effect fabric border to resemble a real painting.
Although its been a while since I made one, I’m always after new ideas of art you might like to see replicated in fabric. Drop me a line either just to give me an idea or even if you’d like a commission…..
ode to van gogh
Making this wallhanging gave me great joy, and brought back many many happy recollections of my time both as a painter and one who appreciated great art. Surprisingly I was really quite upset when it sold, for a very large price. But I’d put so much into it, so much of the inner me, that the price didn’t matter at all. It was the creation, the inspiration of Van Gogh and the energy expended in the design and the actual sewing….
Clothworks Fabric Collections – Celestial Dreams by Laurel Burch
Jul 9th
The new collection from Clothworks featuring fabrics from the world renowned design studio of Laurel Burch is due to be released in the Autumn of 2010.
As usual this is a self complementary series
If you want us to get any of these fabrics into the UK for you in the latter part of this year please let us here
This page showcases the designs in their usual vibrant colours and traditional intricate large scale motifs.
Clothworks Fabric Collections – Celestial Dreams by Laurel Burch.
New Fabrics
Aug 16th
At long last I have got the scanner out – and I’ve used it!
I have now added some of the latest fabrics into the online fabric shop here
All are sold as fat quarters, but we have some fabics left on the bolt – so just let me know if you require larger quantities
New to quilting ?
Jul 30th
Have you a latent interest in quilting, a burning desire to sew, but not sure where to start ?
You want to end up with something like this, a fairly simple design that any one can make?
log cabin design
Now you can – we have put together kits together with fabrics and full instructions that will set you on your way – colours may vary. Ideal for machine or hand sewing,
Can be used by the novice upwards.
Experience the pleasure of working with textiles and colours to create something lasting and worthwhile.
Come and see our range at our shop at Corris Craft Centre, Machynlleth, Powys, Mid Wales
Maldwyn Quilters – Carno weekend
Jul 27th
Just realised that this is the 4th year that I’ve attended this prestigious quilting festival in Carno, and the 6th year the event has been held
Enjoyed every moment, met many new quilters and I have really enjoyed seeing your creations, quilts and otherwise.
Also, I must commend your choice of fabrics in your quilts (I think I may have recognised some I have previous sold you!!!!)
Anyway, another resounding success – here’s to next year….
PS – to all of you who bought tickets from me for the draw on 26-July-2009 to raise funds for Hope House Hospice and BBC Children in Need— Sorry, but better luck next time.
The group also presented 6 lap quilts for the charity Linus UK.
As you missed out on the Carno draw, tickets for the Teresa Anna Quilt in aid of Breast Cancer Research are still on sale in the shop. The draw for this charity quilt will conclude the “Pink Weekend” at Corris Craft Centre on 25th October 2009
Cottage Art Gallery
Jul 22nd
Visited Dick Summers today, painter and owner of the Cottage Art Gallery.
This is situated on a remote foothill of Cadair Idris, high above Dolgellau in Snowdonia, Wales. An interesting drive along some steep narrow roads set amongst breathtaking Welsh scenery.
I went because of an interest in oil painting and artists, but also because of the isolated location and to see if I could re-use Dick’s colour composition within my fabric designs.
Yep is the short answer, at least for the flora – but can I portray the naked form in fabric? Not so sure there – a) who would model for me and b) skin tones are much more difficult to replicate in fabric than in oil.
An interesting question though. Has it ever been done, to represent a real nude model on a quilt rather than on canvas?
Wallhanging
Jul 12th
This is my next fabric wallhanging for display at Fforwm Creft Cymru (Craft Forum Wales) gallery in Machynlleth
A flattened background with bowls and flowers quilted on to give them prominence and, hopefully, bringing them into the foreground of vision.
The bowl has been deliberately obscured to almost resemble glass or ceramic
a still life1
Fabrics not in recession
Nov 13th
But, their prices are …
From now until March 2009, Extravagant Fabric Sale – while stocks last.
20% discount off selected Fat Quarters available in our shop at Corris Craft Centre.
Shake off the winter and economic blues and make all haste to Corris, its too good an opportunity to miss!
Then relax and make some stunning quilts and patchworks in comfort. As you know, you can never have enough fabrics.
