tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76658762672593039682024-03-05T14:06:29.642+01:00mimliEmelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-63654637405278381082012-11-15T14:53:00.002+01:002012-11-15T14:53:34.037+01:00Crazy!Yes. The last month and a half has been crazy indeed. Art, exhibition prepping, gallery opening, interviews, birthday, work, comic artist get together, parties, secrets and plenty of other events.<br />
Finally things are slowing down a little. Or wait. Whom am I kidding? Now preparations for the annual Christmas markets begin. I have so far signed up for two. Thinking about what to craft at the moment..<br />
I already have some things left from the last fair, so I'm not in the hole yet. But what else? More christmas-y things?<br />
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<li>Ornaments?</li>
<li>Cards?</li>
<li>Prints?</li>
<li>Plushies?</li>
<li>Jewelry?</li>
<li>Buntings?</li>
<li>Zakka?</li>
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Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-28004339685665160482012-10-08T14:45:00.000+02:002012-10-08T14:46:45.220+02:00October Craft Fest!<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">Throughout the month of October, Green Melon Creations and I are feeling festive.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">To celebrate the wonderful season of fall, we are offering reduced prices on the Petite Patisserie series. </span><br />
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Take a look:<br />
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Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-70227286185415126042012-10-07T15:40:00.002+02:002012-10-07T15:41:17.804+02:00EtsySo we created an <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/GreenMelonCreations">Etsy</a> store not long ago. Please take a look! :)<br />
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<br />Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-10207172715820813952012-09-27T22:44:00.000+02:002012-09-27T22:44:47.850+02:00Line work and more thoughtsI think I've dug myself up a little since the last post. The hole seems pretty deep still though..<br />
I now have a new idea, sprung from my old concept. The core is the same, but a new way of doing it. I'm going to create a series of bigger self portraits in graphite mixed with ink blots (like my banner). They're going to be naked. More honest. Starting this weekend.<br />
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I found this laying around on my hard drive. Totally forgot about my robot city. One day I'll color it digitally. Might be fun. :)<br />
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<br />Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-30414127623137177732012-09-21T16:55:00.001+02:002012-09-21T16:55:23.499+02:00Some thoughtsMy friend and I have an art exhibition in one month, and I quite frankly, feel frantic. I think I have a strong concept, but nasty thoughts and doubts are continuously getting a hard grip on me. I try to dismiss them, and just continue on with my work. But it's hard. Really hard.<br />
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At least my friend and I have recorded two films. And her paintings look fab.<br />
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I'm at that critical stage in the process and I need to get my shit together. Fast.Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-90296134744500201052012-09-15T16:09:00.002+02:002012-09-15T16:11:40.754+02:00Å-draget 2012On September 1st, I was setting up shop together with <a href="http://edgeig.blogspot.se/">Edge</a> at Å-natta. A reoccurring cultural event celebrating the arrival of fall. It's evolving around the river Gavleån, which gets lit up by massive amounts of huge candles. It was really pretty and the weather was nice!<br />
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I was selling some of my own creations, together with products by <a href="http://boutique.greenmelon.se/">Green Melon Creations</a>.<br />
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And now for a little DIY-tip!<br />
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See the price tags? They're really easy to make!<br />
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Cut pieces of thread, about 10 cm long. Knot the ends together to create loops.<br />
Cut pieces of washi tape, 3 cm long. Fold the tape over the middle of the tread loops.<br />
Trim tape if necessary.<br />
Write your price on the tape and wrap the tag around something pretty you made.<br />
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I will make a tutorial on the pincushion teacups next.<br />
Have a great weekend!Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-26994725150081230862012-09-11T01:05:00.002+02:002012-09-11T01:08:22.350+02:00A Green Melon CreationHej hopp!<br />
I know, I know. I've been away for quite some time now. A lot has been going on trying to get our company, Green Melon Creations, on its feet. Alas, both our website and store are now up and running. Shipping worldwide too!<br />
<a href="http://www.greenmelon.se/">Green Melon Creations</a> website and <a href="http://www.boutique.greenmelon.se/">Boutique</a>.<br />
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<br />Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-17692107184975951362012-04-26T22:47:00.005+02:002012-04-26T22:47:53.054+02:00Oh yeah..I forgot.<br />
I have created a Twitter account.<br />
Follow me @EmelieSandstrom.<br />
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Cheers!Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-20935224267353120182012-04-26T16:10:00.000+02:002012-04-26T23:26:12.243+02:00Busy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've been spending most of my time working towards and worrying about my final exhibition that starts on May 16. It's at Konstcentrum here in Gävle. I'm working with animation. Sort of. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">These two are keeping me company above my work desk at the art school. Made them last year.</span></div>
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<br />Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-41210606228889279522012-02-06T20:16:00.000+01:002012-02-06T20:16:17.591+01:00Howling owlingI have somehow found my way back to drawing. And I actually think it's fun again. I've been struggling for a long time to find enjoyment in something that has been so constantly scrutinized, put to the test - graded.<br />
I guess studying art carries a risk. <br />
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These are rough scans. No editing.<br />
Made with ink and graphite on paper.<br />
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(I apologize for crappy iPhone photo.)<br />
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(<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washi">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washi</a>)<br />
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Although I don't speak the language, Japanese craft instructions are usually quite easy to understand. They make awesome illustrations showing you exactly what to do. The rest is just based on logic and common (crafting) sense. ^________^<br />
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I have been busy crafting and creating art as well as helping Alexander with the company. I have not been good at documentation nor uploading things I've done. I guess that's my semi new years resolution. Getting better at that. I usually don't make resolutions so.. Let's see how it goes!<br />
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Here's some of my lace stash. I have to admit that I'm pretty bad at using the stuff. I just hoard it, especially if it's vintage or hand made.<br />
I crocheted the doily in the summer of 2010. It sure took a long time and made me realize how much work actually goes into one. Something to contemplate next time you find one at the thrift store for less than a dollar.<br />
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It was fun sewing something after a sketch. Making something 2d into 3d. And she does look like my dear and talented friend <a href="http://brateckning.blogspot.com/">Sabina Larsson </a><br />
Check out her stuff! Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-71401699657722938482011-09-27T00:18:00.000+02:002011-09-27T00:18:38.267+02:00Self portraitI've promised myself to draw and paint more self portraits. I'm an artist, yet I have somehow been avoiding this great exercise. This is a sketch that I scanned and colored in photoshop. Used a pretty funky color combination. I kind of like it.<br />
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So, what am I working on right now? An installation with text and string that's due next week. Plus filling in applications for scholarships and exhibitions. I have a great idea for some drawings and I have this massive urge to paint. So yes, a lot of art now, and not so many crafts.. <br />
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These are some of my crafty little treasures I keep around for inspiration. Six glass jars with vintage metal buttons, ceramic dogs and Japanese ribbons. <br />
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Speaking of Japanese crafts. I'm also very hooked on amigurumi, and have been for the past 4 years.<br />
I've not really shared my crocheted little creatures before, but that's about to change. Here's a jellyfish I made for my friend Lisa. She bought two paintings (depicting jellyfish) by me, so I though why not include something three dimensional and cute too? (I will post pictures of these paintings soon.) <br />
I used mercerized cotton and some effect yarn I found in a bargain bin at the local yarn store. Love!<br />
No pattern used. All free hand! <br />
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That's it for today. Mycket kärlek! <3Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-77151797655737428192011-08-08T02:31:00.000+02:002011-08-08T02:31:21.927+02:00Fishing for votes!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3qkiX1k8CYxzO8XHZGmu7zCldP08J1QwhYbLnaAPggaNC-mG0lyrunXT2VAdut_jyUzRKt-I_N8S_bnfYPj6OdbaTO8l4C_OktQcc6e4w3FVtoFkP3NHnCvtkqLAp9EZ4gXPQwAWSJac/s1600/amulet-of-charm.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="472" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3qkiX1k8CYxzO8XHZGmu7zCldP08J1QwhYbLnaAPggaNC-mG0lyrunXT2VAdut_jyUzRKt-I_N8S_bnfYPj6OdbaTO8l4C_OktQcc6e4w3FVtoFkP3NHnCvtkqLAp9EZ4gXPQwAWSJac/s640/amulet-of-charm.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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I just entered this bracelet into a facebook competition ran by Swedish hobby store Panduro. Vote for me by liking it and I'll give you a lot of love! <a href="http://www.skapanytt.se/gallery/photo/270">http://www.skapanytt.se/gallery/photo/270</a>Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-47429227497664610912011-08-07T19:52:00.000+02:002011-08-07T19:52:58.452+02:00Friendship bracelets<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbWkF7F4iC8vkSMpqWYTt53G-tm9ITAm67xrGw2gGgzQHzgKfIcMObbbN5zlSIb01MLxvtD7_j5lT_zIVLvgGm1PmLFRec7-OF7lcul90L5d0gh7k5yV4IzUWj181L27RNMkVNswOBkM8/s1600/friendshipbracelets.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbWkF7F4iC8vkSMpqWYTt53G-tm9ITAm67xrGw2gGgzQHzgKfIcMObbbN5zlSIb01MLxvtD7_j5lT_zIVLvgGm1PmLFRec7-OF7lcul90L5d0gh7k5yV4IzUWj181L27RNMkVNswOBkM8/s640/friendshipbracelets.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
I rediscovered an old craft from my past. Friendship bracelets! I used to make a ton of these when I was in elementary school. The unfinished one at the bottom is for my dear and very talented friend Fredrik: <a href="http://fksn.tumblr.com/">http://fksn.tumblr.com/</a><br />
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What colors would you want in your bracelet? :)Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-58164312367424232882011-08-06T18:45:00.001+02:002011-08-06T21:46:52.687+02:00My crochet essentials<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKzsOBtyTiFF85op9XdhSi-1KXYD9w1btv0mLB-plNQ8F6vW0WzeZVwFeQSml48q-hOMr3a57gjZZcNv1ryX4jhpnCwcA7Wz5sfy2u2t4YyeY970wZQQ2Dpxf1uk3IwRISjFVMr6kM7oM/s1600/hookcase.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="425" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKzsOBtyTiFF85op9XdhSi-1KXYD9w1btv0mLB-plNQ8F6vW0WzeZVwFeQSml48q-hOMr3a57gjZZcNv1ryX4jhpnCwcA7Wz5sfy2u2t4YyeY970wZQQ2Dpxf1uk3IwRISjFVMr6kM7oM/s640/hookcase.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I made this pretty little crochet hook case last summer. I used the pattern from a fantastic book called Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts: Lacy Crochet. I modified it a little and made it bigger than the one in the book, since Japanese crochet hooks tend to be a little bit shorter than the ones I use. </span><br />
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I also made these cute little pincushions, with inspiration from the same book. I use the green one myself, but the other three are up for grabs if anyone is interested. Post a comment if you want one!Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7665876267259303968.post-87411827546013955092011-08-04T15:16:00.002+02:002011-08-04T16:51:46.432+02:00Tags<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfGNvkN35on56vp7EZ1AQwn5PiDZHCMn96PXSh7MAw54-bNQo41tsY0aDbOyTUFJfRpEnuTVPIzb09tG_7w3nQ5anoZavlOJMACViYF6jP9-Odut1I5yuC56PAC6F8Goq7JWK7PcUmrAA/s1600/Tags.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfGNvkN35on56vp7EZ1AQwn5PiDZHCMn96PXSh7MAw54-bNQo41tsY0aDbOyTUFJfRpEnuTVPIzb09tG_7w3nQ5anoZavlOJMACViYF6jP9-Odut1I5yuC56PAC6F8Goq7JWK7PcUmrAA/s1600/Tags.jpg" /></a></div>I always want to put my signature on things that I make. It's easy to do so on drawings and paintings, but I find it a bit trickier to do so on some of my crafted goodies. However, a few days ago I made these little cute hand embroidered name tags for some tote bags I'm working on. So much more charming than buying pre-fabricated-one-design-only-name-tags! All I used was some cotton ribbon (that came with a bundle of kitchen towels) and some scraps of embroidery floss. Voilá!<br />
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Why Mimli? Because that was what my baby brother Leon used to call me when he was tiny. ^_____^Emelie Sandströmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15348462529557730282noreply@blogger.com0