She is ready for travel! I've spent the last few days adorning the explorers coat with talismans, bells and beading. Rebecca Purcell sent the most magical package of talismans she collected for me so long ago. It feels so exciting to finally have some of them with me for my upcoming adventure. Five days until lift-off!
Explorers Coat
adding new elements at Kings Canyon
I began making this coat in 2016 to wear on my pilgrimage to Uluru. I wanted something to hold me and remind me of my power, courage, and all the elements that were supporting my journey. When I left the coat wasn't finished, so as I travelled I added the finishing touches. We were both a work in progress, weaving new layers into ourselves as we moved.
arriving at Uluru
beginnings
adorned with talismans for ceremony
adding new elements at Kings Canyon
FRONT - the coat now, awaiting new talismans
BACK - the coat now, awaiting new talismans
adorned with talismans for ceremony
In the back of Mulligan on her way to Uluru
As I prepare to head out on this next adventure I'm beginning to assemble the garments and objects that will travel with me, making new marks into their folds. My power objects to carry me into deeper expereinces. As I transform so too do the garments I adorn myself with. There are many new talismans waiting to become part of the coat and the adventures. I cant wait to show you how she transforms over the next few days.
Elemental Wares - the pantaloons
The pantaloons are done! I have to say these were a real labour of love. There's a lot of hand stitching hidden amongst these stripes. I'm pretty sure they were pulled apart and remade at least three times, and did I mention all the buttons! Anyway its all over now and I love them so much, its so fun to start to play around with combinations of the elemental wares.
Can you tell I'm a bit excited about it.
Elemental Wares - the vest
The last months I have been feeling so inspired to create the garments for this next adventure. The elemental wares are part of my investigation into movement and have been constantly evolving over the years. This vest is my everyday piece, I need pockets for my cameras and something that allows for a lot of free movement. I still have a few revisions for the next version but it is so exciting to have the first iteration to play with.
