* Fabric! *

I am about to get started on a new project and am in need of...

Fabric!

So, today I am off to the fabric store to find some pieces that will work well for my first prototype. I am planning an etsy online store opening as soon as possible. More information to come soon!

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* Time Off Thoughts *

What I am working on starting now, during my time off, is defining what it is I want, so that my intentions are clear in both work and life. However, figuring out what I want, and defining it, is not something that feels particularly easy to me. Partially because there are a lot of different things I want, and partially because I dread choosing something that ends up being unattainable.

Ah, the fear of failure. A foe of many.

I think I am also afraid of the commitment, thinking that whatever I choose now will dictate what I will do for the rest of my adult life. Since it is still early in this unemployment phase, I'm going to try to not be so hard on myself to figure everything out right now. It's going to take time to nurture my mind and decide which direction to go. No matter what, I have to believe that if I continue to do what I enjoy, then everything else will fall into place.

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* Beautiful DAY *

I found this fashion illustration during one of my typical "google for inspiration" searches. I just thought the style was absolutely beautiful. I love the use of ink mixed with watercolor and the attention to the negative spaces, making it almost abstract.

Fashion prints can be stunning. I've seen others that carry a very artistic feel as well, but this style is by far my favorite. I have always loved drawing fashion illustrations since I was a kid, and I love finding new ways to present the clothing. It's not always cut and dry, and the focus doesn't always have to be on the details of the clothes. You can create an entire look and feel for a clothing line based solely on the choice of artistic style.

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* Welcome! *

I have put this blog together in order to give myself a way to be creative every day. I want to have a place to feel inspired and inspire others. Hopefully, both of those things will happen! We shall see...

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