Process

Hypothesis 1: It is possible to attach matte board to oilcoth using adhesive. Outcome: true. Problem: the only adhesive that works is Gorilla Glue, but it expands, becomes uneven underneath the material, and makes it look bumpy and unattractive. Otherwise, I LOVE Gorilla Glue for so many reasons!

Hypothesis 2: It is possible to machine sew matte board directly to the oilcloth. Outcome: true. Problem: material shifts and “walks” creating uneven edges. The inside of this isn’t nearly as pretty as I’d like.

This cute little “gift box” is from Simplicity Pattern #4320, “D” Shirley Botsford Designs. I made it as a purse, but I cannot legally sell it; to honor the copyright of the designer.

This was a tedious project, as is most of the work I do. Problems were solved and I may revisit this again in the future.

from “My Great Oilcloth Study” Fall Artwalk 2007, Inside Vintage, Downtown Olympia, oilcloth, matte board, thread, beads

Hypothesis: It is possible to create a functional drawstring bag out of oilcloth.
Outcome: false. Problem: Oilcloth is bulky, therefore unable to close tightly with itself.
from “My Great Oilcloth Study Fall 2007”, Olympia Artwalk at Inside Vintage
oilcloth, thread, beads, batting

my light project hit a major snag. i need to research electrical currents more. so, while i am preparing for my art show, i need to reconfigure my strategy and what in the heck i am going to do. i need to get on it…i have under 2 weeks.

T has been volunteering for a few years at Volunteers of America with their “Project Warmth”. She knits adorable hats and blankets from donated yarn to help people keep warm in those cold Colorado winters. I am so proud of her!