Happy Saturday, Dear Readers! I have to admit, I have been pretty uninspired lately. One would think that after getting back from a super-wonderful experience like ArtBliss, where inspiration and creativity is abundant, that my mind would be swimming with ideas, and I would be totally ready to jump in and work. Yeah, I thought that as well, but it seems my mind had other ideas! My day job (unfortunately, I have to keep it for insignificant expenses, like mortgage, groceries, and insurance) has ramped up and I have had to take some work home with me in the evenings and weekends. I addition, we have had some unfortunate events in the home...needed new fridge, leaking water heater to be replaced, so, when I have free time, it must go to my family first. When creative time has presented itself lately, I sit and stare at my work table, fondle favorite beads, and sigh! I got nothing!
A few days ago, I was standing in my closet, trying to find something to wear for work. It was one of those in-between weather days, and I pulled about an old blouse that I hadn't worn in a while, but it is a favorite. Kind of a hippy, big-sleeved knit blouse that is very soft, and has big stripes of different patterns and colors ...you can tell by the worn look of the fabric that I love it! Every time I wear it, I think, "I should create something with these colors". Ding, ding, ding!
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| A cross sample of the patterns in this old blouse I love...it is a bit worn! |
So today, I am setting a challenge to myself to get off my behind and create something, anything, using this blouse for inspiration! The shapes and colors always get me!
Here are some things I already have on hand that I might use...
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| Faceted agate, Czech glass, polymer clay by me (my first attempt!), SueBeads lampwork, my torch-fired enamel. |
I need to find something in the deeper russet hue as well. A challenge, yes?
Wait, I still have
Lesley's Component of the Month, as I wasn't able to complete that design. That might be a key component!
Well, I better get to work! In 2 weeks, for my next post, I will show you what I created from my old hippy blouse from the back of the closet!
Hmmm...just remembered this skirt! I always think the flower designs will be cool to recreate in copper wire? Maybe.....
Melissa Meman
Wonderful post. Finding inspiration in your clothes closet-what a great idea! I love how you showed what you created from your inspiration and I also really like your polymer clay beads-well done!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I'll be looking forward to seeing the results...meanwhile, I think I'll do a little closet cleaning myself! Like you, I have a day job, and very little time for crafting, so it's good to feel inspired by someone who understands my life!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea Melissa and a great bunch f beads you've already picked out and the pod is just right. Looking forward to seeing the finished article.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe that polymer heart is your first attempt! You're a ringer, haha! It's gorgeous, I love the ombre effect of the colors, and the folded look, and the swirls!! Can't wait to see what you create.
ReplyDeleteI too love your heart. Great post. Can't wait to see what you create.
ReplyDeleteMelissa I love your poly clay pieces and of course your enamel. I so often use my closet for inspiration!!!
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