My shadow, my best buddy, my little boy, Merlin died on Christmas day and my heart is broken. I haven't wanted to do anything except sleep since he died, but today I thought I'd get up and try to do some stitching, just a little. Part of the process of grief is being gentle with oneself. So that's what I'm doing my best to do and to honor the feelings as they arise.
A few links to things I use in this video:
Molotow Markers: www.dpbolvw.ne...
Designs:
Making Waves - A Drawstring Bag: arianezurcher....
Scissor Case: arianezurcher....
Waves - A Soft Case for Glasses and other things: arianezurcher....
River Rocks Pouch: arianezurcher....
Rock Gardens - A Variation on a Rice Sack: arianezurcher....
Otter Needle Roll: arianezurcher....
Large Abstract Pouch: arianezurcher....
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After graduating from Parsons School of Design, I began my career in fashion design and freelanced both in New York City, as well as London. I designed hand knits for Elle Magazine and was the editor of the Hand Knit Page before hand knits fell out of fashion in the early 1990's and the page was discontinued. In 2008 I launched my jewelry design business, designing fine jewelry in 18 & 20 Kt Gold with gemstones that I hand select for each piece. Several awards and numerous write ups & interviews later, I rediscovered hand stitching and my life took another turn, eventually leading me to improvisational stitching, which I teach workshops on: arianezurcher....
I was awarded an artist's residency in Orquevaux, France and began playing with paint on the fabric pieces I was creating, which rekindled my love of painting, abstract art and collage.
I sold my first felt embroidered xmas tree ornaments to a small shop in Northern California when I was 16 years old, sold a painting that same year and never looked back. And while I've had detours along the way: had two children, worked at an advertising agency, got into acting in my early 20's, published numerous articles for various magazines and wrote for the Huffington Post, I have always created in some form. Art is my love and remains so to this day.
I love inspiring and encouraging others to create as well and to find their voice through whatever medium suits them. So come with me as I explore the creative process in all its varied forms, strengthening and finding my voice, while learning to strengthen and find yours as well!
Pliers: Lindstrom Needle Nose Pliers that I use: amzn.to/2XuBuuu
Fiskar Micro Tip Scissors: amzn.to/3cMEgAY
Perfect Circle Templates: amzn.to/3h7RsnI
Tulip Bullion Knot Needles: amzn.to/3dM9byF
#24 Chenille Needles: amzn.to/3dIYPzA
#22 Chenille Needles: amzn.to/2A2ufmb
6" Ruler: amzn.to/3h3jbWr
Fabric Chalk Pencil: amzn.to/2zb8AYj
Stef Francis Threads: www.stef-franc...
All jewelry worn in this video is designed by Ariane Zurcher available at: www.arianezurch...
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