"Coven" was made on a base of super light organdie, with double (and sometimes triple) layered satin stitches, with a base of thick polyester thread, and common embroidery threads on top. It also contains hand-painted leather aplique, ribbon work and beading. Last but not least, the bodies were made

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on a medium weight cotton base and applied to the organdie. 

The processes involved in the creation of my textile designs include lots of drawing and “design planning” in different media. I usually begin with pencil sketches that are developed with digital media to achieve the best placement and color options. During the last few months of the project ‘Carmen’ I developed an engineered embroidery technique that relies heavily on CAD technology. It allows for extremely intricate pieces that can be produced speedily without loosing its one-of-a-kind aesthetic. Each piece is individually finished with hand craft techniques, including expert beading and goldwork.

"Carmen" is a personal project that draws on my South American craft heritage through looking at artefacts my grandma collects around her house. "Coven", within this context, explores the ways in which craft can create and nurture feminine communities of affection. 

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Type

Textiles

Methods

Embroidery