Firstly, my jewellery and assemblages were featured in this wonderful Steampunk wedding photo-shoot organised by Gallery Serpentine.
Photography Credit: Angelica Peady Photography
Styling: Willow Tree Creative ServicesDresses: Gallery Serpentine
Location: Lithgow State Mine ParkModel:
KasiaMake Up: Irene Philips
More images are available here
Next up was being featured in a Belle Armoire Jewellery tutorial. I have yet to receive the issue but here is the cover.
But the real treat was the delivery of my new baby. I'm talking about my industrial sewing machine here.
I already have a real baby, well he is eighteen now so not much of a baby. Actually my son rebelled against his upbringing and now works for an insurance company. Sigh. You try so hard with kids and they just spit in your eye and get a 'real' job. He rejects insurance claims for a living- if you knew him you would think that is a perfect job for him. He is planning to go to uni next year- wants to study Legal Ethics (?)
Anyway, I digress, here is my new baby...
Today I received in the mail some beautiful organic cotton knit from Certton. The cotton is grown, chemical free (certified) in India and woven right here in Sydney- not more than ten kilometers away from home. They have a great collection of colours, although I only use black, and the prices are very reasonable. I just can't find enough dead stock or thrift store fabric for my needs so to use organic cotton is the best thing I can do.
Even got some labels today for my new range of T-shirts. (Azirca, before you ask, no, those labels are not organic)
And, because this is a bit of a random post I shall leave you with my latest project- a Victorian-style military coat in wool crepe. The wool was from a wonderful thrift store specializing in fabric and knitting supplies- The Fabric Cave. If you live in Sydney, check them out for a real bargain. Bought 10 meters of wool crepe for $20!
Hope you enjoyed the random post of all things new.
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27 comments:
wow, wow, and wow! First up..LOVE the coat! I can't believe you got so much lovely wool crepe for such a bargain. The coat is really great. Second--super big congrats on being featured in the magazine and in the photoshoot. The pictures are stunning! And yay to a new sewing machine--it looks like a dream to sew with! Looks like the sun is shining in urbandonland :)
Like Debi said: Wow, wow and wow! And now I can officially not wait for the next Belle Armoire issue!
WOW! That is so cool! I love the steampunk photos- really gorgeous. Well done on the Belle Armoire tutorial. I'll look out for it. Also, your machine is amazing. I bet you are going to have lots of fun with it.
I'm chuckling about your son, having such a cool Dad and growing up "sensible". I always think my daughter will be like that as she is far more grown up than me at 15 than I am at 43!!!!
Love the coat, the looser fit and the shape looks so nice. I like that clean almost industrial touch your clothes have, and still a hint of Victorian in this. Congratulations to lovely photos and new sewing machine. I'm looking for a similar machine at the moment but have to wait until I have place for it.
love the coat
Debi- Thanks so much. urbandonland- I like it!
Steufel- Thank you. You may end up getting it before I do.
Dotty- The Steam photos are beautiful. Kids are so funny and rebel their own way.
Spikklubba-Thanks very much on the coat- pretty happy with it.
excellent! i'm so excited for your 'new baby' i think sewing machines are the only reliable things in life, sad but true.
love the coat also, masculine, chic and the perfect shade of blue.
I saw the coat on Tumblr and had to rush over to see if you really did make it. Don, you are amazing!
The coat is gorgeous! Fits you like a glove. I love how you combine more structured tailored outerwear with looser jersey shirts. I can't pull that look off, but you sure do. As always, I love seeing what you do.
grant- Oh Grant, that doesn't sound so good. Thanks, the coat I love.
Robyn- Thanks so much. Glad the Tumblr is working (urbandon@tumbler)
Mainlydad- Thanks!
I love the new jacket (as usual) and congrats on the publication and photo shoot...it looks beautiful.
Now...on to the most important thing...I LOVE that machine and am so jealous I don't have reason for one.
As always it's all gorgeous, but that coat is something else entirely!
Yay for you on the new sewing machine. And that's a gorgeous coat.
Your son reminds me of an American sitcom in the '80's called "Family Ties." One of the running gags was that the teenaged son of the two hippies was a suit-wearing Republican.
Don, I want that coat - such style! Your new machine looks a real work horse! congrats on latest achievements. Always great to see what you're doing. -sus
la coupe du manteau est sensationnel
et la présentation de tes bijoux ..une merveille!
I love the coat. Do you do women's sizes? I had a chuckle over your 18 yo baby. That's the way it goes ..
Amanda- Thanks so much. You should create a reason for having one!
Bob- Thanks, glad you like- I will probably put it on Etsy this week.....
secret Agent- Thanks once again. My son wears a tie! Unbelievable.
Susan-Thanks!
Elfi-Merci Beauchamp!
Valerie- No womens yet- (unless you are a size 14)
Goodness gracious, this is elegant! Love it. Muchly.
Oooohh wonderful - new amazing tools for your nimble fingers and inquisitive mind to create, create, create....I love it when an artist indulges in his/her art, for his/her own sake. Looking forward to your new creations. Love the wedding shoot!
Gorgeous coat! Feeling the love for your sewing machine baby~ Got a chuckle about your son. :-) And the steampunk wedding jewelry!!! So wonderful!!!!!
See ya in Belle Armoire!
Can't wait to see your tutorial~
haha... I wouldn't have asked that ;)
I hope they edit the post on Rock N' Roll Bride and on the photographers website to credit you for the jewellery and gadgets.
I adore the photo shoot, everything about it is drool worthy.
Your new baby is gadgety and shiny... I approve!
Love the coat, very dapper. Are you working on a summer line of clothing?
hot diggity ! that coat is to die for and congrats on your expose...wow!
yep, enjoyed!:) the first pics are amazing!! Congrats on your baby, my last machine was an industrial one too and I love to put it to work! -wishing you the same
GORGEOUS coat! Truly swoon-worthy. Now I'm wishing autumn and winter would arrive even sooner~
Your gorgeous coat is even more gorgeous in real life than the pics allow! Thrilled you've found your niche Luv ... stunning garments from a truly gifted craftsman. Congratulations! ox.
let's hope this new baby of yours don't spit in your eye too, and start making tuxedos and pink man shirts behind your back :).. amazing post.. i love your new coat, and i absolutely adore your jewelry
Congratulations on your articles in Belle Armoire. I love your Wave Top Ring and Brass and Leather cuffs in previous issue.
Your blog is wonderful, and I'm looking forward to reading about your awesome designs :)
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