::Swatch Portraits as seen at Purl Bee::
It's a cold, dreary day here in the Northeast... secretly I love these days. These days mean heading back in-doors to finish projects that were started but abandoned for the sun and the adventures of summer. They mean watching period films with a certain four legged friend and a cup of tea. They mean a book and a fire and Miles Davis as Rob works.
Autumn is the perfect time for nesting, taking stock and beautifying the place we'll be holed up in for the next few months...ok, more than a few. We love the idea of a cozy home around here... fires and dogs to snuggle and throw blankets. I've been thinking about the loft lately. My beautiful but neglected workspace has been silent lately and I think it deserves a little bit of a lift... Most importantly it needs to be nested and fluffed to celebrate the arrival of it's newest addition! I'm also looking forward to preparations for the work that is to be done up there.
I happened upon these Swatch Portraits on Flickr and was fascinated, again, at the beauty of fabric when arranged together. The fabric is Liberty of London, and at $40 a yard, small purchases like the collection above are a bit easier to excuse. I love the idea of using fabric scraps to decorate a space. These swatch portraits are incredibly inspiring and what a beautiful way of remembering projects that have been made or fabrics that have been loved. Easily changed and a great way to re-purpose those fabric scraps that threaten to take over my work space. Here are a few that were arranged by Purl readers.
... think Rob would go for fabric on the fireplace? Possibly no... but maybe near the stairwell... hmm... maybe for Christmas... maybe for Halloween... wheels are turning! The possibilities for these lovely and inexpensive pieces of art are endless. Look for these to make an appearance at some point in some place in our home. Until then, happy sewing, nesting and I hope you are making yourself as comfortable and cozy as we are!
