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...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 24, 2022 | Inspiration
Do you like the crispy, caramelised edges of cakes or pastries? They’re the parts that are full of flavour, that adds an extra zing to the taste sensation we’re all looking for. It’s the same with our textile art. Not necessarily crispy edges...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 11, 2022 | Creativity, Inspiration, Process
Improvisation: ad-libbing, spontaneity, lack of pre-meditation. And it’s hit hard – Improv embroidery, that is, championed in part by the purchase of a recently published book, Improv Embroidery by Australian embroidery artist Carol Cooke. It’s...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | May 13, 2022 | Inspiration
Nothing stays the same for long – especially now. Suddenly, with world events such as the Pandemic, everything seems to be changing. While we’re in control of our own narratives through our thoughts, life experiences, and feelings – we’re now...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | May 6, 2022 | Creativity, Inspiration
Here are my top 12 tips to make your stitching experience more efficient, and far more enjoyable. Put things away, so you can find them again later – it sounds so simple, but this is one thing I struggle with because I’m usually so excited about what...
