Painted Prints

Last weekend I spent my Sunday stamping 6 inch squares with one of my carved stamps. I am so used to using fabrics with a lot of color so I decided these pretty, but plain prints needed a touch of color. So each square was painted with a different color combo. I love how they turned out. The next step is to figure out what to do with them. I thought about a bag, but I am not sure how colorfast the stamp ink is (I wouldn't want it rubbing off on someones white sweater). Do you think a journal or maybe an art quilt would be pretty? Tell me what you think. I'd love your ideas!

Happy Weekend!

Hope your weekend is beautiful and bright! I plan on carving stamps, sewing, cleaning, and enjoying the sun. How about you?

Carve Out Some Stamps

I have always wanted to print my own fabric. The book "Printing by Hand" by Lena Corwin is part of my collection. I love the book and it has been inspiring, but it wasn't until I read the hand carved stamp tutorial from Geninne's Art Blog, that I decided to give carving stamps a try. Geninne made it look so easy...I used my birthday money from my in-laws (thanks guys!) and stocked up on needed supplies.

I am so excited! Here are the first two stamps that I have ever carved! Thanks Geninne for helping me to take the plunge. I think I found a new hobby.