Lately I have been visiting antique shops and malls and I have been drawn to all the vintage handkerchiefs. They are so delicate and detailed and sometimes personal. I worked on this with these handkerchiefs in mind. The bird itself is appliquéd to the stretched fabric, stuffed with batting, and then hand embroidered. The stretched fabric is folded and hand sewn in place.

pillow

This pillow is inspired by Akiko Mano's book Linen Wool Cotton. She uses mostly raw and natural colors, which I also chose to use, but in moderation. I really like this color scheme of muted blues and greens because it is so soothing and soft to look at. My favorite part about this pillow are the buttons which I bought in Toronto, but hadn't found a use till now. Currently I am working on a purse that is also from a pattern in Akiko Mano's book.

Digestion

Red yarn hand-stitched on jacquard
15" x 30"
$200

Joshua Tree II

SOLD

Oil and acrylic on canvas
9" x 9"

Joshua Tree I

SOLD

Oil, acrylic, and embroidery floss on canvas
9" x 9"