Cloche Series - "Junie" Hat

Still playing with the Cloche Series of hats. This one is in a beautiful, vintage appeal cotton.

About 8 or 9 years (or more) ago, I worked for an interior design store. When I left, I left with an obscene amount of fabric samples and fabric books etc. I did finally get rid of some of the fabric books, but the larger sample pieces I kept. I have a goodly size batch of some Martha Stewart Home collection cottons. Nice weight, vintage patterns, beautiful weave and soil/oil repellent as well! I keep things forever, or at least it feels that way, but I know that if I keep something long enough because I like/love it or because there is value in it, I eventually will wind up using it. This is the case with these fabrics.

I had forgotten what a pain in the butt lining things was, but I had a bolt of some fine muslin also laying around (I told you, I keep everything!) and it worked perfectly for the lining.

More pictures can be seen at my 1000 Markets shop.. do drop in and say hello.

Up and Coming, I'd say.

"1000 Markets is an Etsy rival with backing from PayPal founders"

By John Cook on May 15, 2009 at 7:20 AM PDT

The Founder's Fund, a San Francisco venture firm created by PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel and others, is bankrolling a tiny Seattle Internet startup called 1000 Markets that is trying to transform the way artisan goods are bought and sold online.

There's already some hefty competition in that arena, including Etsy and eBay. But 1000 Markets co-founder and CEO Matthew Trifiro believes there is room to operate against the bigger rivals by creating a more effective way for small merchants to sell jewelry, fabrics, soaps, specialty foods and other goods online.

1000 Markets quietly launched last month and now has about 75 specialized marketplaces where artisans are selling everything from steampunk jewelry to to handmade hats to crafts associated with The Day of The Dead."

Finish the article here:

# 2 in the Cloche Series

Yes... not only am I enjoying how these are coming out... I am thoroughly enjoying making them. I love embellishing and the side embellishment on this piece as well as the last one ("Mandy Cloche")were so much fun putting together...

Here is "Loretta" from the Cloche Series:
I love that she can be worn in a variety of ways (tassel in back, pulled low over the eyes, high on the head).

More pics can be seen at 1000 Markets Shop

A Cloche by any Other Name

I feel like its been awhile since I made a hat. Whether that is true or not doesn't really matter. It is that I feel like that, that is important. So.... i've been playing.

On one of my other blogs, Just Hats, I recently did a piece entitled "The Cloche and its Charm". I truly am enamored of the Cloche. Any woman can wear one and the styles are innumerable.

Here is a new one: I had a lot of fun making it and even more fun embellishing it. There are a lot more pics here.

The hat is currently for sale in my shop at 1000 Markets - http://DreamWoven.1000Markets.com

Sunday Night, May 3rd at the Wearable Art Market... You're All Invited!

****NOTICE FROM THE WEARABLE ART MARKET ****

Get out your pencils and mark your calendars, the next Wearable Art Market Sunday gathering will be May 3rd; 7pm EST, 6pm central, 5pm mountain and 4pm pacific time, till whenever!

The thread will be in the Wearable Art Market public forum-- http://www.1000markets.com/forums/23

The "Wearable Art Market" is eager to break down the walls between buyer & seller...opening the doors of discussion that will help everyone to understand a little more about our varied crafts and the inspiration behind it...even the day-to-day mondain tasks needed to be done to follow our passion.

With that in mind, the artists of the Wearable Art Market will be getting together Sunday evening and we'd love to have you join us!

Art will be the subject of course-- inspiration, latest ambitions, recent successes-- or works in progress-- BUT i recently watched an old video of "A Chorus Line"...and the question that came up, "what i did for love"...corny i know BUT i would like to ask a variation of that question--"what is the most silly or humiliating thing you've done for art? ...think about it & bring it to the forum!

I suggest you pop some popcorn, or maybe some salsa & chips, beverage of your choice, barefeet or "bunny" slippers a must, and maybe a pillow for your bum...we're in for the long haul.
--article by streetnoodles

Art For Your Head "Gracie"

I had so much fun spinning last week. I had forgotten just how much I enjoyed it and how relaxing it is.

Here is Art For Your Head "Gracie" - she came into existence through felting, knitting, spinning and some crochet. She is a lovely for sure.

The neckpiece is not yet finished, but will be listed separately as soon as it is complete. For more pictures please see here:

Art For Your Head "Gracie"



And please... if you have the opportunity, stop by this afternoon/evening for the Wearable Art Market Public Forum discussions

Sunday April 5th, 7 EST, 6 central, 5 mountain and 4 pacific till whenever!

Art will be the subject of course-- inspiration, latest ambitions, recent successes-- or works in progress-- general levels of creativity, chocolate addictions-- Who knows what else and where it will lead? Join us and find out!

The thread will be in the Wearable Art Market public forum--

http://www.1000markets.com/forums/23

Sunday Night at the Wearable Art Market

Sunday Night at the Market-- You're Invited! One of the most special things about 1000 Markets is the way the format encourages everyone to get to know the people behind the art! With that in mind, the artists of the Wearable Art Market will be getting together Sunday evening and we'd love to have you join us! Art will be the subject of course-- inspiration, latest ambitions, recent successes-- or works in progress-- general levels of creativity, chocolate addictions-- Who knows what else and where it will lead? Join us and find out! The thread will be in the Wearable Art Market public forum-- http://www.1000markets.com/forums/23 on Sunday April 5th, 7 EST, 6 central, 5 mountain and 4 pacific till whenever! Just jump right in with your own comments and observations (or questions if you're a wearable art fan) and help us make this first Sunday Night at the Market a grand success!

Custom Order Re-doux

So... not everybody can wear the locks... so, a bit of a re-doux occurred on
Art For Your Head
"April"

Custom Order

Haven't done a custom order of this type in awhile. Meet Art For Your Head "April". The requested colour scheme was cream, black, white and gray. And I am reminded again, how awful it is to photograph things that are primarily the same tone, except for one of the colours. Alas......

More pictures can be seen here: Art For Your Head "April"

Art For Your Head "Desdemona"

In some of my favorite colors... copper and green, please meet Art For Your Head "Desdemona"
She is new to my 1000 Markets shop.

Oh my....

It has been a bit of a while since I've posted....

I've been extremely busy....absolutely loving my home on 1000 Markets and enjoying the artisans that are there. BTW, I believe the Grand Opening, the Launch, the Big SheBang, is going to happen next month. It is such a gorgeous online selling venue. Pretty to just browse, easy to purchase and extremely easy to sell there.

The whole concept of Markets, still blows me away... Groupings of artisans forming Markets that are thematic....To name a few, "Wearable Art Market", "Ever After Wedding Market", "Child's Play Market", MetalCraft Market, there is even a "Trunkt Market" there! Paper markets, wood markets, regional markets, food markets,.... just like a real-live thriving marketplace. If you haven't experienced it yet... you should come visit. It is unlike any other online selling venue... seriously!

Will be back shortly to post several new hats i am working on. Here's a pic or two of the "Tokyo Topper" kimono style jacket I am making for myself, (pattern by Carol Scott)


and this is one of the reasons why i buy couches (yes i have a thing for couches, sofas, loveseats, shoes, hats & purses.).... one is never enough for me:

ArtForTheBody.Blogspot.com

ArtForTheBody.Blogspot.com

Put that on your feeds and c'mon by. A new blog sporting some fantastic artisans of Wearable Art from all over the world.

Inca Stories "II"

This will be the last of the Inca Hats for awhile... on to new things. I may try designing a summer version though.

She is available at my 1000 Markets shop.

Inca Stories "Woods Basket Weave"

Inca Stories "Woods Basket Weave"

Deep in the woods colour. Ridges and lacework run around the back perimeter and it is embellished with three tassels. The two side tassels are topped with a vintage button from my personal collection and a silver metal hand cut tube bead.

This is a beautiful combination of hand dyed wool, wool/hemp and a touch of cotton. This combination creates a lightweight yet warm hat. It is one of the few hats that I make that is totally crochet. She can be found at my 1000Markets shop. Http://DreamWoven.1000Markets.com

Inca Stories "Sun Basket"

The Pine needle basket weaving of Grizzly Mountain Arts were the jumping off points for the last couple of Inca hats. I am so thoroughly enjoying them that I created another (the one below sold the next day :) ) and have already started a third.

For details, measurements, and price, please visit me at http://DreamWoven.1000Markets.com.

Inca "Basket Weave"

Inca "Basket Weave"

About the hat:

A hat reminiscent of traditional basket weaving, this beauty has browns, creams, greys and black...and is full of details. Ridges and lacework run around the back perimeter and it is embellished with three tassels.

This is a beautiful combination of hand dyed wool, camel and some silk that creates a lightweight yet warm hat. It is one of the few hats that I make that is totally crochet.
Can be purchased at

http://DreamWoven.1000Markets.com

MOODSandAPPETITES

Honored and flattered.

Katrina's concept of using complimentary or comparison photos is wonderful. Her idea shows a lot of sense and sensibility. Please take a moment go visit.

http://moodsandappetites.com/

Inca Stories - "Fields 2"

About the hat:

A new field, furrowed, planted and now coming to fruition... these are the colours therein.... browns, russets, spring greens, coppers... this hat is full of details. Ridges and lacework run around the back perimeter and it is embellished with three tassels.

This is a beautiful combination of hand dyed Silk/Viscose blend, a lovely green Linen and a coppery Rayon. It is lightweight and warm. It is one of the few hats that I make that is totally crochet and this particular hat can be worn by those that can not tolerate wool.

Available for purchase at http://DreamWoven.1000Markets.com . More pictures can be seen at 1000 Markets or on my website http://DreamWoven.com

Inca "Winter" - for 2009!

Inca "Winter"

About the hat:

A simple beauty, but exquisitely full of details. Ridges and lacework run around the back perimeter and it is embellished with two tassels.

This is a beautiful, soft and luscious combination of the finest Alpaca, Silk and Merino in a lovely Cream color. Warm yet delicately light. It is one of the few hats that I make that is totally crochet and one of the few designs I will do in a solid colour.

The hat measures approx. 11" (27.9 cm) when laid flat (at the widest point and approx. 8" (20.3 cm) from top to the point right above the ridges. For reference, the mannequin head is 21" (53.3 cm). There is stretch due to its construction and it can fit a variety of sizes. My head measures approx. 24" with all of my hair and it fits wonderfully. Please measure your head and send me your measurements if you have a question about whether this hat will fit you.

It is a stunning statement, but remember....it can cause "Specialness" and you will always have to be ready for that!

Inca "Winter" is available through 1000Markets or my website.

The Best Advertising.....

I have got to say that some of the best advertising is seeing someone wearing one of your creations... at least for me. I started to put together a collection of "Wearers of my Hats & Things" and will hopefully get it done soon... but here are several pics (the two on top were sent to me the other day and I am so happy to have them!). The two bottom pics are two of my favorites from a young woman, who not only has excellent taste in hats, but also happens to be a photographer.

x-posted to my 1000 Markets blog