It’s a top knot not a man bun

Posted on April 15, 2021 by mimik

A big man with a top knot.

There he is- George Washington with all kinds of other (I am sure) symbolic imagery that I have no idea how to interpret. And I found this awesome button in my collection. Perfect.

Lady on his Chest

Posted on April 14, 2021 by mimik

I thought the lady was in a balloon but it is actually more like a parachute- some of these toiles don’t really make sense. Anyway, I am sure it is a great adventure. Here is a better pic.

Here is the back of the hair-

Chinoiserie Tattoos

Posted on April 13, 2021 by mimik

In case you are wondering, here is the definition of chinoiserie. This pattern seems to be about gardening and being in a garden.

I worked to give him some floppy hair.

A musical lady on his chest. A fancy button on his belt.

This time, No Skeletons

Posted on April 8, 2021 by mimik

He is a big man with yellow pants and more classic toile.

Lots of animals, greenery, and a lady on the front,

and a man with a donkey on the back.

I like this new hair fabric I found! And that button came from a tin box that my neighbor gave me.

He is a few little pink spots that come from the dyeing process. Oh well, it’s a true sign of handmade, right?

Ahoy! It’s a Pirate!

Posted on April 7, 2021 by mimik

And a white-haired pirate at that!

Not to mention, more skeleton tattoos. These have more of a Victorian look though.

A skull button.

Blond Man with Skeleton Tattoos

Posted on April 6, 2021 by mimik

I love that swirly hair fabric! When I find a fabric that is so perfect, I try to buy it in all the possible hair colors.

That is a fancy antique glass button.

He is hanging out on the porch, catching some warm(er) breezes. The potted plants are beginning to creep out as the days and nights get warmer- ie not going below freezing. The smaller pot has mint in it, coming back to life after being ignored all winter.

Tattooed Men are coming!

Posted on April 5, 2021 by mimik

Here is the first one in line. I’ve got a whole stack on my worktable and I’m working to bring them to life this week. (Not all of these will get finished although in my fantasy they do!)

He has a sweet curl in his hair-

Butterfly Garden Pillow Lady

Posted on March 29, 2021 by mimik

She is the last one for now.

All her flowers, butterflies, and her light green dress are cashmere and so, so soft.

And her beige slippers-

Her flowers go all the way around her neckline.

Bright and Beautiful Flower Lady

Posted on March 26, 2021 by mimik

I just LOVE her! I don’t use purple very much in my artwork, but a few years ago I got a BIG bag of fabric scraps from someone who makes beautiful cashmere coats. There were beautiful rich jewel tones that I probably wouldn’t buy but once I had them in my hands, I got inspired.