Looking for edges

I feel I have to get in charge of the multi head which at the moment feels as if it dictates the terms.  I wanted to draw with it but the colours, the fabric and the scale don't work, I think it's better to pursue the satin stitch technique for now.

Asta Barrington's work gives me a sense of how my work could develop.

Scarf by Asta Barrington

Winter jasmine

Tutorial with Nigel

Looking over sketchbooks and technical files from previous years Nigel focused on my drawing ability, which was encouraging. He picked out a photo of lipsticks I'd taken, 

pointing out the colour palette using a flash of mauve amongst the dark tones. 

• Develop drawing using colour and tone.
• Draw from different viewpoints rather than just straight ahead.

Preparation for Negotiated Study Feedback

Nigel identified that my most successful work is the lace trim because it has broken edges, like my drawings, is constructed and double sided. I'm a fabric maker rather than an embellisher, 

which made sense as I'd been aware of struggling with how to place the flower motifs onto fabric. 

• Draw more and translate these images into stitch.
• Research lace making to develop a range of bespoke trimmings and edges for my major project. 
• Look at drape and pattern potential and joining mechanisms.

Assessment display

Satin Stitch on Multi Head

Stitched out a simple design then hand stitched over it before cutting the stitches. 

I like the way the light catches the slightly puckered velvet. Is it possible to multi head more layers? 

Photos of glow in the dark samples

I was pleased with these glow in the dark images, which are far more successful than the actual objects. The red colour that emerged was intriguing and naturally reminded me of blood. 

Linen Pockets

Linen pockets, one with neon sequins and the 

other based on a vanishing pocket pattern from the book Pattern Magic.