soup to nuts

I've decided that I will try to post the 'this to that' series more frequently as so many readers have asked about the process that one goes through when designing.  So in that vein, the first picture was taken as I was about to embark on a new project, only to discard the supplies after a creative block (only to the shelf, not the trash) and take on another.  The end results are pictured and by the by, are in the shoppe now, at this colored link here !  Not nearly resembling the textiles from when and how the process began, which I can tell you happens frequently, they are lovely nonetheless, no?

labour

Whilst toiling away in the studio this week finishing up a number of custom orders, plus working through pattern re-design on a couple of items, I found interest in these images.  From the top is The Red Thread Legend Series by Beili Liu - a beautiful installation inspired by the ancient chinese legend called the Red Thread.  According to this myth, the gods tie an invisible red thread on children who are fated to be together.  The middle photo is a rapid speed, uber closeup showing colorations and movement of ink as it splashes into water and finally, the glorious fauna - reptilian style. 
Seaside Cloth online shoppe is here if you'd like to visit the collection.

treasured

Was delighted to see that one of the bags from the collection was featured in a very nicely curated on-line treasury of selected goods.  Entitled 'Desolation Dance', it is a moody, yet modern perspective on the everyday with a few twists thrown in.  Always pleased to be included in great selections such as this one.  If you would like to visit the online shop, you can go here to see the entire current collection.

perusings

The colors and textures in these photos are so inspiring.  The first photo is a tree flowering in China - actual colors, real flowers - incredible color, neon pink.  The middle photo is a turkish kilim carpet weaving and the final is a musical house.  Huge hit.  Enjoy your weekend.

archipelago

Taking a mid-day break on a few projects that are keeping me very busy.  Look what I have come across. Oh my... yes I can relocate and I'll be packed in an hour.  Unlimited inspiration and idyll wilde abounds in this azure sanctuary.

Treasured

The Sangria-inspired Daybag was recently included in a very tangerine themed Treasury online.  The bag is on the second row along with some other great finds.  If you click through here, you can visit my online shoppe and see all the bags - updated weekly !

New for April

Seaside Fiesta - influences from open-air markets, calypso merriment and lounging by the cabanas along the exotic and tropical coasts - Spain, Greece, Italy.  Bold, colorful, textural and of course, perfect for carrying all your essentials as you have your fun in the Sun !  A must-have for a resort or cruise vacation this year !
Click through this link to visit my online shoppe.  Many updates coming this Spring and into Summer.  Don't forget Mother's Day, Graduation and vacation planning is just around the corner !  More styles are in the shoppe on a weekly basis - from new collections featuring bright colors, bold designs and various sizes.