by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jul 21, 2023 | Creativity, Inspiration
I’m on the internet a lot – researching or simply enjoying some downtime. That’s when I came across some great images on Pinterest of old vintage traveling cases being repurposed into sewing cases – and I thought it was a fantastic idea for a...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 30, 2023 | Creativity, Inspiration
After years of stitching, I never really set out with the aim to sell. How things have changed, because I do now. And although I don’t have an online sales platform yet, one is in the offing. So, it really comes back to that age-old question. Do you make to...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 16, 2023 | Creativity, Inspiration
Dreams, daydreams, fantasies, or nightmares – why not capture these in stitch? Exploring your dreams using embroidery, collage, and mixed media may be a new way forward for you and your work – just beware that what you’re portraying may not be easy...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 2, 2023 | Creativity, Inspiration
Embroidery is one of those things some people simply have an affinity with. They pick it up as they go, with no formal training or degrees behind them – they learn on the job, so to speak. And I think, in so many ways, that’s a great pathway to success...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | May 27, 2023 | Design, Inspiration
Symbolism is another powerful tool in our design arsenal. It’s something I don’t often use, but now I’m thinking, why not? I was reminded of its power watching the recent coronation of King Charles III. This centuries-old ritual brims with symbolism...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | May 19, 2023 | Inspiration
An emotive line is something to behold – the more simplistic, the more I love it. But shape can be just as powerful and moving. Want to add personality and feeling to your work? Want to include power and contrast as well? Then look no further than a simple line...
