So after several days of cutting cloth, cutting blocks, printing and sewing here’s my first pandemic mask. I carved the word “isolate” into a little lino block as the basis for the work. I hope it will be the first of many.
I learnt as I went along. My sewing skills are rusty – so are some of my pins! I didn’t allow enough time for the ink to dry – it’s much quicker on paper.
I used my lovely hand cranked Edwardian Singer sewing machine, now an antique – it was made in 1904. It has this beautiful sphynx-like decoration. Gorgeous.
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Aw brilliant idea Rose!
Thanks Patti. Get some funny looks when I wear it out. Got ideas for lots more
Brill, good for you (;
The mask is perfect. A lot of people will be staring at it in an attempt to decipher the three lines. As well they should.
I probably won’t wear it out … I’ll be doing loads more for a pandemic art project 😀
So only concern is whether cloth has right properties to protect you. Might protect others a little. I don’t know.
I’m not using it as protection, it’s the beginning of an art project 😀
Excellent!
Thanks for posting a picture of the sphinx. Sewing machine porn!
I sent you pictures of my treadle machine (not nearly as pretty) but not sure if you received them. Stay well, Rosie!
Mary in Boise
I don’t think I got your picture 😦
I didn’t get your picture, mary 😦