Unique Christmas Gifts for everyone

Are you looking for a unique Christmas gift?

Look no further - some of my handpainted silk items might be just what you're looking for!

Kids' unique gifts:

Handpainted silk cushion covers look great in any kid's room:



Find the cushion covers here:
http://www.abfabdesigns.com/handpainted-silk-cushion-covers.html


Travel Troll Dolls - for adults and kids :-)

Find the travel troll dolls on this page:
http://www.abfabdesigns.com/handpainted-silk-travel-troll-dolls.html


Handpainted silk bookmarks - so easy to post as gifts!






On this page:
http://abfabdesigns.com/handpAInted-silk-bookmarks.html


Long handpainted silk scarves




http://www.abfabdesigns.com/handpainted-silk-scarves-01.html

If you have any questions, or any requests for a personalised design, contact me today.

Happy Holidays!
Teena!

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Handpainted silk scarves Hearts & Paris

These are 4 scarves I've just handpainted .

I stretch two scarves at a time on wooden frames, then lay them flat on the table so I can draw the designs and start the hand-painting process. For the photos, I've rested the frames upright against the wall so you can see the designs clearly.

Above: I mixed black dye with my seaweed concoction to make an outliner, once the silk dyes are handpainted, they flow on the silk until they reach the outliner then stop. It acts as a 'resist'.

Above: I'm filling in the areas with dye which flows to the edges of the heart, and then stops.

.. can you see a theme emerging?

:-)

That's right, finally painting some with a French theme - Paris in particular.

 

Today I'll be steaming them in a special steaming machine for 3 hrs, then washing them 3 times each to ensure all the excess dye is removed.

Once they're dried and ironed, they should be nice and bright and luscious!

Lustrous handpainted silk scarves
9x54inches / 20x140cms
Hand-rolled hems
Handpainted by Teena Hughes

The scarves are for sale on my website - please pop over and have a look :-)

http://www.abfabdesigns.com/handpainted-silk-scarves-01.html

Ciao for now, back to painting!!
Teena

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Handpainted silk scarves 9x54in

Yesterday I painted 4 new designs, steamed them (in the silk steaming machine) and today was washing and ironing day :-)

• Here a few quick photos of the new designs:
• Crab Salad
• PigletTales
• Honolulu
• Geometric 1

The scarves are 9x54inches in silk with a light sheen, gorgeous accessory for any outfit.
The one shown above is 'Honolulu' - flowers bright and beautiful, in memory of my visits to Hawaii.

The photo above isn't very good, but shows the four different designs - left to right - Pigletales, Crab Salad, Geometric 1, and in front, Honolulu.

As I get better photos, I'll upload them here and on my silk website where they'll be for sale:

http://AbfabDesigns.com - Wearable Art - Scarves

Ciao ciao, back to painting!!
Teena

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New handpainted silk chiffon scarves

Yum yum!

I painted new silk chiffon scarves this week and have put photos on my website at AbfabDesigns.com - I love new designs! Here's a sneak peek:


The one above is hot pink, orange and yellow tips on the flowers.

They're 21x21 inches / 54x54 cm square, and are perfect for:

• tying around the neck
• tying around the hair
• tying around the brim of your hat
• tying to your handbag
• popping into your coat jacket breast pocket
• click HERE to view the others!
  

I'll be painting new BOLD designs over the coming weeks, and yes, if you order quickly you'll get them before Christmas!

Ciao ciao,
Teena!

Join me for a Silk Painting Adventure in Paris France July - August 2009!
http://www.a-night-in-paris.com/silk-painting-france.html

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New silk scarves on the way to Sydney

I am breathlessly awaiting the arrival of beautiful new white silk chiffon, gossamer-fine scarves to paint on and sell on my website!

They are 21 inches square / 55 cm square, with hand-rolled edges - a perfect size for a little dash of colour, splash of panache to add to your outfit. I even tie them to my handbags for a little added thrill of gorgeousness :-)

But I wax lyrical - I easily get carried away with aniticipation - they should be here in about 2 weeks and then I can start painting them - ooooooohhhhh goodie!

Below is a photo of a larger silk chiffon scarf I've already painted, to give you an idea of how the chiffon drapes beautifully from the shoulders.


PS - I've updated my old Silk Newsletter software, jumping headlong into the 21st Century! If you'd like to be updated when new silk arrives, when new clothing designs are available, and when I have new tips and tricks for silk, please pop over to the Silk Newsletter sign up page:

http://abfabdesigns.com/newsletter.html

Ciao for now,
Teena!


Join me for a Silk Painting Adventure in Paris France July - August 2009!
http://www.a-night-in-paris.com/silk-painting-france.html

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Textile Events in Sydney April 2008

What a gorgeous summer's morning it is in Sydney today!

I've just received an email asking if I know of any textile events in Sydney in April - and I didn't - so I did a quick search and found some links.

Above: Silk tumble - handpainted silk chiffon scarves by Teena Hughes

The Australian TextiLE Arts & Surface Design Association
http://www.atasda.org.au/exhibitions.html


Arts & Crafts NSW

1st April to 30th April -'High Fibre Content'
GALLERY - CRAFT NSW, 104 GEORGE STREET, THE ROCKS

http://www.artsandcraftsnsw.com.au/Exhibitions.htm


Australia Council for the Arts
http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/events


Australian Centre for Craft & Design
not textiles per se, but very interesting
http://www.object.com.au/index.html


Handweavers & Spinners NSW
http://www.nsweave.org.au


the Australian Forum for Textile Arts:
http://www.ggcreations.com.au/tafta/news-eventsNSW.html


Sydney Vintage Clothing, Jewellery & Textiles Show April 2008
http://www.lovevintage.com.au/show.htm



Here's a general link of what's on in Sydney:
http://www.about-australia.com/events/new-south-wales/sydney/


I'm sure there are lots more and you can find them by going to a search engine and typing:

textile event sydney april 2008

or

textile exhibit sydney april 2008

If you find MORE links please do let me know and I'll post them here.

Do let me know if you attend any event, and I'll post your review here on the blog.

Have a gorgeous day!!

Cheers
Teena

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