Apron Strings…
Back in January I procured (Yes, procured, I’m trying it out) an apron from a local paper arts store, Mystic Paper. They wanted to give people an opportunity to alter the aprons into completely new and creative creations. (You can read about it Here and Here)Well, after a bit of work, and a deadline extension by the store owners (phew!), my apron is ready to turn in.
Here’s the before…
Work in progress (dyeing ribbons)…
If you thought undiluted bleach would get rid of the blue and give you a blank canvas to work with, well, you’d be wrong!
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And the after!
Since I am always trying to make my art projects personal, I decided to go with a theme: Apron Strings. The idea came from the song ‘Apron Strings’ by Everything but the Girl. The song is about the desire to have children and be a good mom. I tucked a few of the lyrics into the pocket of the apron to complete the project:
…And I’ll be perfect in my own way
When you cry I will be there
I’ll sing to you and comb your hair
All your troubles I will share
For apron strings
Can be used for other things
Than what they’re meant for
and you’d be happy wrapped in my
Apron strings…