Coast - A day at Hope & Elvis

On Saturday I was lucky enough to get a last

minute place on the Hope & Elvis workshop

called Coast.

The studio is full of inspiration ...

and things from the past.

There are cases full of fabric, buttons, lace, and papers

to choose from.

Last year, while in Cornwall, I collected some sea

glass. At last I have found a way to display

some of it.

I then moved on to this picture transfer.

Picking fabrics that complemented it.

Louise showed us how to make pocket inserts

so I had a go myself.

But now what should I make it into?

I decided on a cuddle cushion in the end with buttons

and a cosy pocket to keep my hands warm

while watching tv.

Then I started to rummage through the driftwood.

I had chosen this selection of fabric to work with.

Perfect for a sailing boat don't you think?

Bunting and sails ...

tied onto the driftwood ...

and part sewn, part glued onto a

feather cushion covered in an old

woollen blanket.

Not the most practical thing I've made

but I love it all the same.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Love Daisy xxx