Polish Arts and Crafts

I came across the site, Polish Art Center, and have spent the last hour or so looking at all of the inspiring arts and crafts for sale. Here are some of my favorites:

@))___@))! There's so much to look at. This beautiful page of cut paper art (Wycinanki) included. 

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Hat Weather

I've been slowly and steadily making things for some upcoming holiday fairs. Two confirmed so far include The Fat Goose Craft Fair in Kingston, and City of Craft  in Toronto. I hope to do at least one more close to home. 

Enjoying cooler weather, and hats again (at least at night) and why shouldn't that include eggs? 

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Woven Pictures

The inspiration began with an image of a weaving by Evgeniya Machneva:

American Tapestry Alliance

A sprawling piece in what looks to be a waiting room, or old train car. A little searching led me to her flickr page with more pictures of work and work in progress. 

I'm really drawn to the contrasting colours and simple shapes - in fact I've been saving pictures of weavings on my tumblr for awhile, but the last few days woven images have taken a front seat in my mind. 

(All pictures via Maudstitch)

Also, pictures which I think could translate well into weaving - simple shapes, bright colours:

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Leaves and Snow

I've gotten into the habit of walking the mountain in Montreal, and although it's not quite fall, and there's no snow to be seen, I look forward to the changes to come. These two new wall banners depict Fall and Winter walking scenes, and I've put them in my shop.

I also like making tassels, so I've added one to my second shop of vintage craft supplies, Maudthrift.

 

 

I see more in these than tassels - two little eyes could make a ghost-like character, or a twig handle to make a broom? we'll see.

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The Member of the Wedding

I found a beautiful copy of Carson McCullers', The Member of the Wedding, designed by Leo and Diane Dillon.

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