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Monday 6 July 2015

Smocking ...

We all have times in our lives that are so chaotic and out of control that the only solace can be found in slow methodical work, to calm the mind and place order where there is none.
There are few activities slower or more methodical than smocking. 








14 comments:

  1. These are utterly stunning! The smocking works so well as an accent on the spines. Love them!!

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  2. FABULOUS!!! I love these, Kate. So stunning.
    XO Amy

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  3. these must feel amazing to hold!

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  4. Kate, your skill is humbling! Could i ask a question? You use lots of up cycled fabric to cover your books. What do you line this fabric with before you cover your books? Thank you x

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    1. Hi there, thank you for your kind words. The fabric is backed with paper.

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  5. Hi Kate, you did it bt hand? Didn't you use a sewing machine? It's stunning!!! Congrats!!!

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    1. Hi Monica, yes that's right ... it's all sewn by hand. Thank you for your kind words! K x

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