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Frida Khalo exhibition at the V&A
3 Jul 2018

Frida Khalo exhibition at the V&A

by fabrickated | posted in: History of fashion, Inspiration, Photography | 17

  Years ago I read an article about how Frieda Khalo’s personal wardrobe, make up, accessories and artefacts had been carefully preserved for over 50 years. I decided then that one way or another I would get to see this … Continued

exhibition, Frida Khalo, jewellery, Mexico, style, V&A
Making a stone set ring – and plans for next term
8 Apr 2017

Making a stone set ring – and plans for next term

by fabrickated | posted in: Childrenswear, Designing, History of fashion, Organisation | 16

Sadly our jewellery making class is over. It was such fun and so enlightening. And each of us made three items – two rings and a pendant. My final piece is a little cabochon set ring, made with silver wire. … Continued

Ashworths, evening classes, footwear, jewellery, Morley college, patchwork, quilting, rings, silver work
The Textured Silver Pendant – Jewellery Making update
13 Mar 2017

The Textured Silver Pendant – Jewellery Making update

by fabrickated | posted in: Finished projects | 17

The Jewellery making course continues and we have recently finished the most amazing pendants. I really love this design. The first week we were shown three examples of this square, textured pendant in various sizes. The photograph shows different textures – … Continued

jewellery, metal, Morley, pendant, silver, texture
Jewellery making
1 Feb 2017

Jewellery making

by fabrickated | posted in: Designing, WIP (work in progress) | 21

  Apart from reading a book a week, learning more about knitting and completing a wardrobe for my son Gus, I have been attending evening classes. I usually manage to dedicate one night a week to learning something new. This … Continued

evening classes, jewellery, metal, Morley, silver jewellery
Plastic seconds
5 Aug 2016

Plastic seconds

by fabrickated | posted in: Designing, Inspiration | 38

You may remember my review of Offset Warehouse fabrics. Charlie Ross, the director, invited me along to her launch, and since then I have followed her blog and Instagram with interest. Recently she covered the work of Maria from Plastic … Continued

jewellery, plastic, Recycling
My Christmas present to myself
24 Dec 2015

My Christmas present to myself

by fabrickated | posted in: Designing, Inspiration, Style advice | 17

I am not a big one for Christmas presents, but on Christmas day I will be opening gifts with my husband and mother. The children and grandchildren will be with their Dad/Grandpa so this will not be a “family” Christmas … Continued

Christmas, inspiration, jewellery, Jill Bell, nature, silver, silver jewellery
Michelle Obama’s evening dresses
16 Jul 2015

Michelle Obama’s evening dresses

by fabrickated | posted in: Colour Analysis, Style advice | 10

Recently I looked at the outfits Mrs Obama has been wearing, celebrating her wonderful wardrobe, showcasing the work of some amazing designers and bringing style back to the White House. I wanted to have a look specifically at her evening … Continued

body con, colour, evening dress, jewellery, lace, Michelle Obama
Samantha Tennakoon is getting married!
8 Dec 2014

Samantha Tennakoon is getting married!

by fabrickated | posted in: Guest blog, Inspiration | 6

Sam Tennakoon is a member of Notting Hill’s committee, a senior civil servant and a dear friend. I have known her well for a few years now and when I saw her at Notting Hill’s annual strategy day I asked … Continued

cross-cultural, engagement, engagement ring, Gold, Indian, jewellery, Wedding
Frida Khalo’s personal style
1 Nov 2014

Frida Khalo’s personal style

by fabrickated | posted in: Uncategorized | 9

Today, 1 November is Día de Muertos, the Day of the Dead in Mexico. So today I dedicate my blog to Frido Khalo who is both dead and Mexican, and an inspiration to fashionistas the world over. Frida Khalo, dramatic-romantic dresser, … Continued

Ethnicwear, flowers, Frida Khalo, hair, jewellery
Why I, too, fell in love with Wallis Simpson
21 Oct 2014

Why I, too, fell in love with Wallis Simpson

by fabrickated | posted in: History of fashion, Inspiration | 5

According to Wallis Simpson “A woman cannot be too rich or too thin.” She talking about herself, of course. She aimed to become Queen (consort) of the United Kingdom, one of the richest women in the world. And she was … Continued

1930s, 1940s, Duke of Windsor, jewellery, menswear, scale, Tailoring, Wallis Simpson

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