If you go down to Jigsaw today, you’re in for a big surprise... Welcome to an enchanted wilderness in the heart of London. Textile artist Chloe Owens has created a strange and colourful world, where fabric animals frolic, sequinned birds sing and even the landscape is made up of groovy 1960's prints.Now spring has sprung, and her creations have emerged from hibernation and are blinking in the sunlight! Hand-stitched owls stir in the branches, colourful cotton butterflies flutter their wings and plump cushions pop up in clusters.Chloe hoards salvaged vintage fabrics and combines them with contemporary prints to create something totally new, as she 'draws' delicate stitched designs on appliqued work using her trusty sewing machine. A fascination with nature is apparent – leaves and flowers are recurring themes, and animals peep from every corner.Chloe has turned her hand to greetings cards, a menagerie of soft toys, bespoke canvasses and comfy cushions. The result is a multifaceted tactile feast! All Chloe’s pieces are bespoke originals and make wonderful gifts, whether it’s a cushion for a cousin, a toy for a tot or a bib for a baby. Chloe’s animal chums have taken up residence in Jigsaw, so come down and do some wildlife spotting this spring! If you’re inspired to create your own homespun chums, Chloe shows you how in her new book. Let 2012 be the year you get really creative! Whether you’re a newcomer to the world of craft or a seasoned stitcher of seams, All Sewn Up will inspire you to create your own fabric menagerie to cherish for years to come. Use her knowledge and add a dash of your own creativity, and breathe new life into your home!
"Textile artist Chloe Owens inhabits a strange and colourful world, where fabric animals frolic, sequinned birds sing and even the landscape is made up of groovy 1960's prints. In the heart of London she has sewn her own enchanted wilderness, turning her hand to greetings cards, a menagerie of soft toys, bespoke canvasses and comfy cushions. She hoards salvaged vintage fabrics and combines them with contemporary prints to create something totally new, as she 'draws' delicate stitched designs on appliqued work using her trusty sewing machine. The result is a multifaceted tactile feast! All her pieces are bespoke originals and she is available for commissions for all your crafting needs."
You can now find a new 'Freebie' section to the website so you can brighten up your electronics & get crafting yourself. There are computer desktop wallpapers, iPad wallpapers, mobile phone wallpapers & also a tutorial. Keep checking for new backrounds and tutorials as we'll be updating them regularly.
‘Pon my word it's pretty cold out there and Christmas is almost upon us!
Parties, pantomimes, paper packages, pine trees, The Pogues and mince pies pop to mind.
How about something new? Let us ponder for a moment, on what could possibly make this christmas even more perfect...
Penguins?
Peculiar but pleasing to the eye, they’re not at all pricey, but in fact priceless.
Pete, Paolo, Pippa and Penelope are peaceful creatures. They can’t fly, their wings are purely for cuddling people. They’re very polite and the perfect playmate.
They’re poised and waiting patiently for you to pick them up from Anorak Magazine
NEW and Exclusive Lizzie owl, co-designed and named after the owner of cool boutique Smug www.ifeelsmug.com
We also have a few more additions to the owl family, you can find them at Three Potato Four in Newington Greenwww.threepotatofour.co.uk/
All of these goodies can also be found at www.chloeowens.com. Check out her new and improved website, and her new One Off Boutique where you can find hand crafted gems ~ only one of a kind!
You have the opportunity to see beautiful and unique pieces, find out about the inspiration and techniques, and even discuss commissioning a piece for yourself or as a special gift.
11th December 2010
Crafty Fox Pop-Up Market
The very first Crafty Fox will take place at the super cool Dogstar bar in Brixton on Saturday December 11th. DJ's and crafty workshops are planned, and Etsy UK are proud to sponsor this exciting new event.
Come along to both for a special selection of unique gifts, beautiful handcrafted cushions, toys and christmas cards.
Well we do! Because Chloe Owens’ adorable handmade owls are now available to buy in quirky boutique Smug. Fly on down to this charming store to find an array of stylish homeware, handmade toys and funky accessories.
While you’re there take home an owl, or twoo! And leave the ‘smugest’ of them all.
Thank you for those of you who made it down to the craft fair!
This Sunday I will be holding a stall at Lauderdale House in Waterlow Park in North London. Nearest tube Archway/Highgate http://www.lauderdalehouse.co.uk
On the 28th of November another Scissors Paper Rock festival, part of the Christmas Triangle Fest, will be held, where I will be selling lots of goodies, including handmade cushions, owls, bunnies, and christmas cards just in time for christmas!
It will be held at the White Hart in Crystal Palace, London, SE1. Come along for christmas gift ideas and see the switching on of the christmas lights. Then listen to the South London Jazz Orchestra play for a really festive evening.
I just received some lovely feedback by Natalie from NestGoodies.co.uk which is an ingenious little website, offering creative & stylish goodies to help you furnish a 'nest' to your individual style.
Been making Owls all week for Anorak Magazine's christmas release! If you want to buy a copy visit their website http://www.anorak-magazine.co.uk/
Twit Twoo...
Also been speaking with Yumchaa- A lovely little tea shop in Camden Lock and Soho, with more opening soon. My artwork will be on the walls and available to buy very soon. Hopefully more collaborations with them to come!
Thank you to everyone who made it down to my craft fair and for all the lovely feedback. I had a lot of interest around my new collection of owls. If you'd like to order your own custom made one, get in touch.