tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-146357232024-03-08T10:18:25.755-05:00SewDreamThis blog started with me discovering Altered Books. This has since evolved into a variety of art technique discoveries, the results of which I will display here as time goes by. My love of sewing shows through in all my endeavours. Please visit my Etsy shop, featuring some of the items for sale.Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-71022172532869064882009-01-10T14:28:00.000-05:002009-01-10T14:28:43.655-05:00Sew In Art: BE YOURSELF<a href="http://sewinart.blogspot.com/2009/01/be-yourself.html#links">Sew In Art: BE YOURSELF</a>Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1159485235113263902006-09-28T19:08:00.000-04:002006-09-28T19:13:55.123-04:00Mixed Media Canvas<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/PIC_0441a.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/PIC_0441a.jpg" border="0" /></a> A variety of techniques live within this piece of art. Paints; dominoes sponged with alcohol inks then stamped; squares stamped and painted with irridescent watercolours.Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1158352038470078262006-09-15T16:22:00.000-04:002006-09-15T16:34:29.436-04:00Gold vintage bag<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/gold%20bag%20front.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/gold%20bag%20front.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">The newest addition to</span></strong> <a href="http://www.sewexpressivedesigns.etsy.com">SewExpressiveDesigns</a>. The front of this stunning bag was made with gold-colored satin striped fabric; the back and flap with crinkled embroidered coordinating material. The lining is fused to the front for stability. It’s fully lined and has a loop and vintage button closure. The flower button mirrors the pattern of the embroidery.<br />The edges of the purse were bound with satin fabric; the same material used for the shoulder strap. Purse measures 10X10 inches with a strap of 42 inches, and has a dart style gusset.<br />Again, this is a one of a kind design waiting for the discerning wearer.<br />Go to <a href="http://www.sewexpressivedesigns.etsy.com/">SewExpressiveDesigns</a> to purchase this item for your wardrobe.Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1158265368599867302006-09-14T16:20:00.000-04:002006-09-15T16:29:13.736-04:00Red bag/reticule<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/red%20reticule%202.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/red%20reticule%202.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/bag2.0.jpg"></a><br /><br />This asymmetrical bag was constructed in the fashion of days gone by. The heavy cotton print portrays a family working on the farm. The flap is soft velvet, with a button and loop closure. The bag is fully lined and measures 8”X8”; the corded shoulder strap is 44” long.<br />The bottom of the bag is darted as a gusset to allow room for all your essentials.<br />Own this bag today by visiting my Etsy store at<br /><br /><a href="http://www.sewexpressivedesigns.etsy.com/">http://www.sewexpressivedesigns.etsy.com/</a>Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1157651583407920982006-09-07T13:50:00.000-04:002006-09-13T14:16:31.236-04:00Old Time School<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/old%20time%20school.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/old%20time%20school.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />I have been altering puzzle pieces, creating a whole new focus.<br />This is my most recently altered puzzle piece, a 1-4-1 titled "Old Time School".<br />Do you remember those days? A little before my time, actually!Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1140895298913668472006-02-25T14:18:00.000-05:002006-02-25T14:21:38.923-05:00Fabric Postcards<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/fish%20in%20water2.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/fish%20in%20water2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/fabric%20postcard1a.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/fabric%20postcard1a.jpg" border="0" /></a> These are my first attemps at making fabric postcards. I have sent the butterfly one in the mail. I am hoping it gets to the recipient. I had a lot of fun doing these - there will be more!Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1139277072629511852006-02-06T20:51:00.000-05:002006-02-06T20:51:12.656-05:00Jan Colour Challenge<div style="float: right; margin-left: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px;"> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/sew-altered/96540554/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://static.flickr.com/19/96540554_e009498dcb_m.jpg" alt="" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" /></a> <br /> <span style="font-size: 0.9em; margin-top: 0px;"> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/sew-altered/96540554/">Jan Colour Challenge 2</a> <br /> Originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/sew-altered/">DreamR2000</a>. </span></div>Fabric page, glued fabric images,foil and paints<br clear="all" />Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1139273443996685762006-02-06T19:47:00.000-05:002006-02-06T19:50:44.006-05:00Puzzle piece<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/puzzle2.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/puzzle2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p>This is my first attempt at altering a puzzle piece - it's actually 3 pieces glued together, then embellished with paints, tape transfer image, leaf, rhinestone and foil. It was lots of fun to do - my next challenge will be an ATC, an even smaller size.</p>Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1133908654081338062005-12-06T17:33:00.000-05:002005-12-06T17:37:34.096-05:00Digital Collage<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/DigitalCollage.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/DigitalCollage.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />November 2005 - This is my first effort with collage using Microsoft Picture-It. The background is a picture I took at Talisman Resort.Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14635723.post-1121804020026530382005-07-19T19:11:00.000-04:002006-09-13T16:43:21.923-04:00First pages<a href="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/1600/india3.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/7940/1330/320/india3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Altering Books...a new concept for me. I love to read, and hate discarding books - so why not save some of the old ones from the scrap heap. I have finally jumped right in and started altering a few pages...glues, fabrics, jewels, ribbon, lace. It's sew much fun and I am not even at my sewing machine!Daphnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00923768393871796668noreply@blogger.com0