Wearing a face shield, and no idea what I was doing.

A block of wood turned into pieces to create my conceptual design. Band saws, electric sanders, drill presses, and blow torches — a real departure from my sewing machine capabilities.

First step was to sketch the idea, of course I had to bring along supplies for what I thought I wanted to create.  Just like when I create a garment, I typically sketch first.

The tools, a simple block of wood which would turn into many blocks, then shape and create.

The end result needed to rest. Her entry into the world was a bit challenging.

When I got home to my own workroom, I adjusted her more to my liking.

Note the details, lazer cut metal belt adorned with vintage buttons, 3D handbag, sunglasses made from photographic negative circa 1980, vintage kid gloves, and vintage fur buttons, 

As the President of Anderson Ranch put it — this was about the experience, not the product. I’m embracing that thought. After all, my thought process has changed and I’d bet what comes after it will too.

One of the interesting parts of the workshop was when the teacher asked me to help 2 high school students create their marionette’s pants.  I took to the task by showing them how to cut the shape, thread the sewing machine and stitch them together.  It is my hope that both of them took away new knowledge that will affect their future whatever that may be.

Here I am with both high school students.  I loved helping and educating others.

Appropriate sparks flying, suggesting how with freedom of art anything is possible, especially the week before July 4 in America.

That’s me

When you hit challenges in your own work, how do you deal with them? I jump in…….

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