by Alexandra Crosby | Jun 2, 2024 | Printing
Lino printing, also known as linocut, is a versatile and expressive printmaking technique that has captivated artists for over a century. Its journey from a practical craft to a celebrated art form is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of those who embraced...
by Alexandra Crosby | May 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Art of Leather Dyeing: Exploring Natural and Traditional Processes Leather dyeing is an ancient craft that enhances the beauty and durability of leather goods. While modern methods employ synthetic dyes and advanced machinery, traditional and natural dyeing...
by Alexandra Crosby | May 6, 2024 | Uncategorized
Leather, with its luxurious texture and enduring durability, has been a staple material in fashion for centuries. From jackets to handbags, shoes to belts, leather adds a touch of sophistication and rugged charm to any ensemble. But not all leather is created equal....
by Alexandra Crosby | Aug 20, 2023 | PDF Patterns, Sewing
The construction part So all the materials are here, the patterns are made now it is time to start the process of construction. If you still need to do the first part here is the link to Part 1 First you want to cut out all the circles in every colour you chose twice,...
by Alexandra Crosby | Aug 13, 2023 | PDF Patterns, Sewing
So I made this circle skirt for the very first local pride, and I had a few people ask about it. So I decided to make a little tutorial. All that is needed is some patience, maths and some sewing skills. This can also be used to make just a normal circle skirt with a...
by Alexandra Crosby | Jul 15, 2023 | Sewing, PDF Patterns, Uncategorized
Making my own fabric Designs I have made digital designs since art school in 2000 when I first learned how to use illustrator and Photoshop. But for some reason I never felt they were something I could use to print fabrics with, when the Idea came along with...
by Alexandra Crosby | Sep 21, 2021 | Up-cycling, Wearable art
Update on my Wearable art project I have made some progress on this project, lately I have been calling it the Aluminium Warrior. I am not sure if this will be its name but for now that is what I am calling this wearable art piece. I have added all the scales to the...
by Alexandra Crosby | Aug 23, 2021 | PDF Patterns, Sewing
Sewing for yourself There is nothing better than making garments for yourself, specially when people ask where you bought that garment and you can say “I made it myself”. What comes after that answer we won’t talk about now, that might be a whole...
by Alexandra Crosby | Jun 29, 2021 | Wearable art, Sewing, Up-cycling
The Idea and work so far So I haven’t made a Wearable art piece in a few years now, and I was itching to start one. The Beer Company Doppelleu Boxer has a beer called Chopfab and their Can are very minimal in design. This got me thinking and I thought using...
by Alexandra Crosby | May 5, 2021 | PDF Patterns, Up-cycling
Decorating with Sewing You can add fringe to the bottom of the bag before you sew it up. The Fringe can be bought or hand made out of left over jeans or Fabric that you have left over. You can embroider the mini bag before you sew it into the main Bag, and do the same...
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