I know its been a while since my last entry, and for a couple of reasons. Mostly because in light of me seriously wanting to pursue a career as a stylist, have decided that this blog needs some changes. Though still a crafter at heart, want to be more fashion-forward in my blog.
The past couple of months my projects have become a lot more focused since putting up a mood board over my workspace. I know with Pinterest mood boards are very much the rage, from brain storming to general inspiring visuals in everyday life. For my doll work, I’d pin up technical drawings and patterns I wanted to use, fabric swatches etc. And to anyone who hasn’t jumped on the mood board wagon yet, I strongly advice it! Yes, it may sound a little scrap-booky, but as a way to channel ideas towards a final product it’s a brilliant jump start.
I have yet to sign on for a Pinterest account myself. Personally I find the 3D aspect easier-you can move images around, stick on real objects, chuck one thing and replace it with something else more easily that way.
So that’s the way forward for this Second Child. A different theme on the board every month to set a dress code for me to meet. It’ll combine my love of costume design, creating a character though clothing while spinning off trends to test-drive. I know some will be hits and some will be serious misses-for example, I detest the candy color tones right now, but am willing to give this ‘kitsch’ thing a try. I’ll post the most distinct results, take photos, and even drop tips for the best buys.
Well, time to get this baby rolling-Ciao!
