Minggu, 13 April 2008

Ikat Trend!

I was excited to find an article in Threads Magazine, Taunton Press (May 2008) issue titled Spectacular ikat. The article said, "Look to the runways". So I googled 'ikat runway', 'ikat fashion', 'ikat bags, purses etc.

Below is just the tip of the iceberg . . .

Ikat is definately a trend for this spring!

But, here is why I was so excited. Last Quilt Market I had the good fortune to meet Priscilla Bianchi. I remembered seeing Priscilla on Simply Quilts and was probably a bit starry eyed. Priscilla, by the way, is one of the most delightful people I have ever met. Sweet, down to earth, funny and kind!

I was wearing this ikat shirt at the time and she took notice.

She asked if I'd be interested in incorporating her fabrics from Guatamala in some of my Scrap-bags™. Of course I said "Absolutely!" (The results are next to the trend board above) or
scroll down for more info on the bags, and a larger view.