Showing posts with label project. Show all posts
Showing posts with label project. Show all posts

Monday, November 05, 2007


FROM TISRA:
Today I worked on hand-printing some linoleum block print cards (lino cards) from my Speech Bubble line.  I love these cards and use them myself.  Hand carved from natural linoleum, the artwork is then inked up with a brayer and printed.  Some people use printing presses, but I hand print them by rubbing on the back of the print with a wooden spoon.  I like this hands-on approach and the slightly rustic look that can be achieved this way.  Each print is an original, unique piece of art.  This particular line of is so fun to use!   The silly cards feature a character with an empty speech bubble- write in anything you want!  "Congratulations!", "Thank You", "Happy Gum Chewing Day!"... you name it.

Every white or ivory card is roughly 4x6" and comes with a matching envelope.  At Mamamade, I'll have all my cards available individually, but they may be purchased in multiples for a a better price- you pick and choose (like going to one of those bulk bin candy places- you only grab what you want).  And whether you choose one or 10, I'll have plastic sleeves on hand to protect your artwork, and package them nicely.

Monday, October 15, 2007

FROM TISRA:

Just a little work preview!  :-)  I'm carving a lino over the next couple of days.  I'm thinking it will be a run of 25 or 30.  The inspiration is the beautiful Culinary Institute of America, Greystone in Napa Valley, California where a dear girl friend of mine was married last year (one year ago today, actually).  The first print of the series will go to the happy couple as a first anniversary gift (shhhh!  don't tell!)  And, of course, I will have more prints framed and available at Mamamade.

Tuesday, September 18, 2007



FROM TISRA:
One Beautiful Dress all ready to go!  The design is my own, and the dress is a one off, meaning that no other will be exactly like it.  There will be a few other Beautiful Dresses, but certainly not in this exact print mix.  Size: 3T-4T.  Cotton fabric, fully lined and hand finished, colors of linen, white, and avocado green.  Sweet ribbon neckline tie (especially made for squirmy girls!).  Great during warmer weather alone, and appropriate with a long sleeve T underneath or with a cardigan for the chilly months.