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]]>But it’s her textile art that first caught our attention. Recreating everyday objects in realistic detail, her knitted and embroidered creations include anything from Ketchup bottles to Nike trainers. “I’m often inspired by very ‘normal’ everyday items, items that portray the luxury of choice and comfort in the western world, whilst at the same time hinting at the excess that is often taken for granted in a fast-paced, immediate society,” Dance relayed in an interview with Lifestyle Tails, adding that “the irony being each knitted or embroidered piece that I make has taken hours/days/weeks to create.”
“I always aim for my work to be graphical, with a playful edge,” she adds. “Knitting and embroidery is typically perceived as a ‘feminine craft’ however I try to take gender out of the equation when coming up with ideas. I always strive to produce a carefully considered design, with a strong concept, using quality materials.”
Much like her approach to art, her approach to interior design is entwined with craftsmanship. Describing herself as an interior designer with a holistic approach to designing homes and workplaces, Dance is known for her luxury and contemporary interiors that have craftsmanship at the heart.
With so much going on for her, her days are very much packed. “I’m usually sculpting, knitting or stitching, which is always good time to put a podcast or music on…. or if I’m trying to work something out or write, I need total silence,” she describes her workday. “I usually work until around 6 depending on what I’m working on,” she adds.
Follow her work through Instagram:
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]]>In her latest project, she knitted a Pusheen toy at the request of his son who is a huge fan of Claire Belton, the creator of Pusheen.
“My son loves Claire Belton (the Pusheen creator) so much that he wrote her a letter telling her how much her drawings have changed his life. Claire actually responded (!) and my son was so excited that he wanted to send her some gifts. So he drew her a card and I made her this toy,” Courtney shared on Bored Panda and added that this patter in one of the easiest toy patters she has ever made.
If you want to do something fun in your free time, why not start knitting? Courtney shares free patterns, all you need to do is to reach out on Instagram and she will then send you the link.
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]]>The post Jessica Dance’s Textile Art Has a Playful Edge to It appeared first on PlayJunkie.
]]>But it’s her textile art that first caught our attention. Recreating everyday objects in realistic detail, her knitted and embroidered creations include anything from Ketchup bottles to Nike trainers. “I’m often inspired by very ‘normal’ everyday items, items that portray the luxury of choice and comfort in the western world, whilst at the same time hinting at the excess that is often taken for granted in a fast-paced, immediate society,” Dance relayed in an interview with Lifestyle Tails, adding that “the irony being each knitted or embroidered piece that I make has taken hours/days/weeks to create.”
“I always aim for my work to be graphical, with a playful edge,” she adds. “Knitting and embroidery is typically perceived as a ‘feminine craft’ however I try to take gender out of the equation when coming up with ideas. I always strive to produce a carefully considered design, with a strong concept, using quality materials.”
Much like her approach to art, her approach to interior design is entwined with craftsmanship. Describing herself as an interior designer with a holistic approach to designing homes and workplaces, Dance is known for her luxury and contemporary interiors that have craftsmanship at the heart.
With so much going on for her, her days are very much packed. “I’m usually sculpting, knitting or stitching, which is always good time to put a podcast or music on…. or if I’m trying to work something out or write, I need total silence,” she describes her workday. “I usually work until around 6 depending on what I’m working on,” she adds.
Follow her work through Instagram:
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]]>The post Knitter’s Son LOVES Pusheen, She Creates the Cutest Version of the Character appeared first on PlayJunkie.
]]>In her latest project, she knitted a Pusheen toy at the request of his son who is a huge fan of Claire Belton, the creator of Pusheen.
“My son loves Claire Belton (the Pusheen creator) so much that he wrote her a letter telling her how much her drawings have changed his life. Claire actually responded (!) and my son was so excited that he wanted to send her some gifts. So he drew her a card and I made her this toy,” Courtney shared on Bored Panda and added that this patter in one of the easiest toy patters she has ever made.
If you want to do something fun in your free time, why not start knitting? Courtney shares free patterns, all you need to do is to reach out on Instagram and she will then send you the link.
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