I liked the idea of this print so I printed a whole lot of small images on calico.
I find this backdrawing method is extremely effective on fabric and I’ve managed to get a good transfer of ink with some subtle ‘interference’ throughout.
Once these were fully cured I cut them out and started working on them with stitch. These small samples will be used for a swap I have coming up at the end of the year.
Last year I blogged about a small concertina book swap I was involved with which produced some interesting print results. This year I’m doing a similar thing with a different group and have to produce textile samples no larger than 4.5″ x 5″.
Here’s how I have transformed some of my mini calico backdrawn outlines. I’ve endeavoured to enhance with stitch and not hide all printing.
Just a bit of fun and keeps my hands busy in the evenings when printing for the course is over for the day.
Love the effects Claire. Looking forward to receiving one at the swap. the effects on material look deeper and ore interesting than on paper.
aaaaah, the delights of doing some embroidery. They are lovely
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