Sampling for backgrounds

Having realised that I needed a more subtle fabric length than the Glendurgan or the Magnolia for the Spring Summer part of the MA Show I have been sampling backgrounds for the Map and Hydrangea Turquoise fabric in digital print so that it fits in with the other fabrics on the stool and chair . Having sampled several colours I have finally found the one and have printed a length on linen jupiter,

Hanging shade

The new lamp and shade have arrived in the nick of time and look good . The lamp design is not completely cylindrical but was never going to be given the vertical lines running through the design but surprisingly hold the shape much better as a hanging shade . The manufacturer this time put a much lighter base on which works better . I havent had the time to photograph them but have the shade from the last delivery.I do love the shadows / shapes cast by the shades.

Ceramics

Finally found the time to photograph the ceramics . The decals work well with the main body integrating into the original decoration and create a beautiful up cycled product ready for the show.

Auction finds

I am thinking to wards the future looking for new ceramics to apply the decals to and visited the David Lay auction preview and found these items . Unfrotunately the auction date tied in with the dates for putting up the show but at least I know that there are more coming up and they are a good source for the future.

Parralels with Crysede

Parralels with Crysede have become more apparent as I have been mounting samples for the presentation next week .Although there are big differences in colour and subject matter there is an element of Cornwall and in the simplicity of the designs that somehow tie them together . The one on the right is one of my Euphorbia designs

New small screen and tray.

I have now constructed the new small screen in an "Oak" design that has been laser cut and the supports constructed in oak . It still needs oiling but works much better than the original although it doesn't fold flat as I wanted it to be more of a containing screen rather than a divider . The laser etched "Hydrangea "tray is also completed to display the ceramics on. This is customised from a new IKEA tray.

Why has everything already been done ?

Whilst researching for my essay I also discovered the work of Johan Carpner
Extract from the Design Blog 2007
"The next design is one of his latest creation. Glanta is a sheet metal and acrylic pendant lamp which he designed for Blond. The Glanta hangs proudly and presents a soothing sight to the beholder. The light sifts through a beautiful foliage pattern. Its like having a garden right inside your living room.
Ah well just as well I am not going to put my lamp into production.