Tuesday, April 19, 2011

swirls and more swirls ....


      hi there ,
  
       this week I've tried my best to draw more and more swirly and curly patterns to decorate our homes as well as ourselves , too...!!! ( by painting and embroidering some of these patterns on our garments ) yeah sure , why not ?
So , starting from my first pattern in black and white----
      this can be used as a whole as a painted door piece , paint it on wood or any metal surface etc. , it will surely add a beauty to your home.





        Once again , a black and white print for fabric , such as dress material , curtains , etc.  The big black '' beaded '' swirls adds a highlight to these dots and dense curls...




      Cute patterns for fashion fabrics and for embroidery , too . The heat , this Summer , rises with the demand to wear more and more soft cottons and cool prints .
     Embroider this pattern on any single solid soft fabric for the most effective results . You can make out blocks of them and simply have a '' handmade and homemade '' block-printed dress . The border at the end gives a finished look .  A '' do-it-yourself '' job... or a '' create-it-yourself-and-wear-it-design ''...





 Another variation to the above shown pattern . The swirls exchange places with the floral ,




     Once again , a sight variation in the pattern --- just in case you want more hearts to be embroidered in your garment . Tiny hearts , done in outline stitches and filled ( optional ) with knot stitch or very small beads ... If your garment is in soft and flowing fabric then beads can be the best option , because in any other thick fabric they can hinder your ironing...!






     The black & white, I've already used on the door panel ( as shown in the topmost picture ) . But now its the time to do some changes inside the home also .

     I thought of making a '' set of five '' framed wall pieces --- as paintings or as some embroidery panels ... what do you think ... ??? Well , it can be a good idea ( as i think ) to gift it to your friend or simply decorate the whole set at one go . Applique , patch , embroidery ( hand or machine ) , adding sequins and beads and mirrors , whatever and wherever  needed . Filling , knots , running , outline stitches , etc. , the options are many...

    Outlined swirls,






     Appliqued with pink on a blue cloth . Highlighted with yellow and blue running stitches . It will surely look good when finished with some darker shade of pink , outlined twice , in running stitch . Bright frame work enhances the total look...






     The next framed piece is also appliqued in swirly heart shape . A green heart done on shaded red and orange ( please , choose your own colour combo ... ) . Completed with red running stitch and also outlined till the end , gives a neat look .





The next is a swirly flower appliqued in pink , outlined with green stem stitch and satin stitches ( inside the flower ) ending with a small green bead or a french knot in the center .






     The next in the line is this appliqued  (abstract ) swirl in a florescent - lemon green . A little hard work is needed while making this . First , do a thick outline in the whole circle --- till the center --- in outline stitch , then fill the brackets with many different shades . Now add some small black beads ...





       Last one ( the sixth !!! in the set ) is another black and white . Simply embroider it in satin stitch . The beaded look is quite attractive , and especially when the frame is in a total contrast .
      One thing is for sure , if you want your panels look attractive then always go in for nice frames . Never compromise on frames --- it can make or mar your wall pieces . Choose funky and colourful for a playful look , as I've chosen .






           Now, I've some patterns  ''only for kids '' . I love making things for kids because , here , there is no limitation of thoughts and colours . All the colourful and dreamy things come in this category .
          This pattern is for embroidering  on your kids' dresses , or on the bedsheets , etc. You can also make blocks of this pattern . Block-printing can be a fun too if you engage your kids in them with you...




         If you block-print this pattern , then you can give it a border look too .  By adding another block ( of circles , or any other pattern of your choice ) . Let your imagination run as far as it can...!








        Now , something for your kiddies room too ! Use this pattern for embroidering on the top / shirt , or as a framed wall piece . Add some beads or sequins in the center ...




        This pattern can be used on tiles , or it can also be painted on the window panes . The soft and delicate leaves with small buds ---- this will look good in prints too , for curtains ,etc.




          This border pattern can be painted on the door...! ( as shown below ) . You can embroider it on your dress --- along the neckline , or on the fall of your flowing tunic ... etc. Use satin stitches in green and brown for the leaves and in fuchsia - coloured tiny buds ,  and do outline stitch over the whole pattern in the end , use it anywhere I'm sure this pattern will look beautiful .






           This is a variation of a wall paper pattern I've already posted in one of my earlier posts . I love the soft bluish - grey with beige for the wall . No loud colours , very soothing for eyes...!






        But again , I can't stop myself from using some such brighter tones . As I've already told ( declared , in fact ) in my profile that I'm a colour - loving person .... so , well , I know I'm excused ...
       It's quite fun mixing swirls with checks and big orange circles . The effect is somewhat bright and eye catching,







       Last , but obviously , not the least is this swirly pattern . Amazing colour combo makes it an instant hit . Do it as a tile art ( combining it with equally contrast --- blue ) , or print it for gift wraps or other stationery items , for fashion fabrics , etc. ,  it will give a retro touch...!






   Another retro look for this season . For gift wraps , wall paper , or for upholstery , etc. , use it as any medium , it will be a sure hit .





See you all  next week .
More swirly and curly designs and patterns awaiting to be seen and used by all of you .
bye.
   

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

swirls,spirals and curls

                  This month is full of swirly patterns. Full of dotted, flowered, striped, '' only for kids '' , some classical touches of Indian paintings and embroidery patterns , some especially for prints --- for gift-wraps as well as for wall papers, some modern and contemporary ones for stencilling and screening---- use anywhere, and in whichever technique,  I'm sure they all will look good and soothing this Summer. Enjoy in a swirly and curly way...
                               
                                   Indian lotus and paisley patterns go together with some leaf motif... a very common and beautiful piece you'll find in old master pieces. Just giving it a revisit and a modern touch, too , for using it in modern day--- in stationery things, or as a framed wall piece, etc., the choices are many...






...as a print for fabric and paper, combined with dots and stripes...




...a simple swirl pattern for wall paper...





...some soft curls with broken lines, if doing embroidery, you can do filling stitch ( satin stitch ) on the drop-shapes, and outline stitch on the curves, and running stitch in the inner part of the curls, ( as shown ). 




...using a rectangle-shaped swirl in various colours...





...a very delicate pattern with lots of line work ... soft colours, soothing design and the total look will suit best in fabric and dress material. Using triangles as the main theme, and filling the whole space with broken lines, dots, and wavy lines in soft and cool colours, keeping in mind the Summer heat !




...a wavy and flowery pattern in cucumber green colour will look good on kids wear...




... a  closeup of the above pattern..




...see ya.