by Cathy Jack Coupland | Sep 23, 2022 | Creativity, Inspiration
It’s a busy time in our household, as with many others, while the world continues to regulate itself after the Covid 19 pandemic. With the second iteration of a family wedding looming large, soon to be played out in one of the world’s most beautiful,...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Sep 16, 2022 | Creativity
I love stories. Every day I listen to other people’s stories while I’m working. It helps keep me entertained and focused during the long hours of stitching. But when I need to create a story, I can only do that through the filter of my own experiences. So...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Sep 9, 2022 | Creativity, Inspiration
Choice is not easy. But we’re in the game of choice – every day we have to choose creative options. We’re the project managers of our own work, so we have to lead from the front. We can’t be hesitant about commitment – we need to make...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Aug 26, 2022 | Creativity
When I create a new design and stitch it out, I’m simply trying to do the best job possible, always. Every work attracts that same level of commitment and connection from me. Yet not all my work is successful. Which makes me ask, why? Don’t get me wrong,...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Aug 5, 2022 | Creativity, Design, Inspiration
Ideas and Connection, are two often-used concepts used in the world of textile art – but how do you apply them? You have to go back to the basics. What I’ve discovered is that by pushing the boundaries of not working with a preconceived pattern or design,...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jul 8, 2022 | Creativity, Inspiration
Clearly, both are important. But if you’re the type of artist who’s restless and eager for the shortcut, always on the lookout for the procedure or process that leads to the assurance of a predictable outcome – then perhaps you’re not asking...
