sewing cards

   

  

I've always loved a bit of collage, its my favourite medium. And I've been itching to do more collaged cards ever since vintage prints was established almost a year ago.

A chance discovery of a vintage early 1950s sewing book on a weekend treasure hunt was the catalyst for the design of this range of cards. The book was filled with fabulous black and red line illustrations of all manner of sewing terms, techniques, construction methods, patern drafting – the cards almost designed themselves. Paired with a matching red envelope the look great and are perfect for the sewer in your life.

And once these cards were created, it was obvious what to do with an old copy of a sewing guide. Filled with page after page of mustard yellow and black line illustrations, it was just the thing for more collage. This time the cards became a little more elaborate, and luckily the pages were large enough to make an handmade envelope as well. A really special card for a sewer or crafty gal.

Both styles are for sale in the online shop. A gift set of four cards will be available soon. The gift sets would be a great birthday or Christmas present for any sewer or crafty gal.

We are also working on a matching journal – just the place to pop all the notes and scribbles you make as you plan and record sewing or craft projects.

I'm thinking about making garlands or bunting as well, they would be perfect for decorting a craft or sewing room. What do you think?