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Samhain Jacket
The top part of the jacket is inspired by a combination of virus structure and internal leaf structure.
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23.5x119.5cm
lnspired by the similarity between cells and bubbles.
Created using tyvek and layers of sizoflor, chiffon, organza and calico. Machine embroidered and heat distressed. Organzas are slashed and distressed.
All images and text copyright of Helen Cowans 2005/6
In detail
Inspired by the colours of the yarns themselves
27x141cm
"Morrocco"
Knitted, woven and beaded
25.5x78.5 cm
Silks hand and machine embroidered with beading
32x92.5cm
Inspired by Indian arches and the concept of looking through to see what lies behind. Uses metal shim, chiffons, organza, machine embroidery and heat distressing.
46x80 cm
Paint and stitch combined 100x30 cm or A1
