Using sticker backing paper, which is un-recyclable, because of its paper and plastic layer has been a challenge, as the plastic wax side resists all glue and paint.
But the paper side has been a wonderful canvas to work on. Some of the proteas have had their petals painted pink.
Christy Kiggan has worked to colour the petals of others in a different and more exciting way too. She has used beetroot to make dye, and has dipped the petals in this dye, until the colour shows right through to the wax layer. In this closeup you can see the difference between both treatments [and the faint logo on the recycled paper]
These are all part of the new Freshly Found Recycled Paper Flower range, which will be launched at the Design Indaba Expo at the beginning of March.
And this is where it has all been happening. Here’s the work table. Although it could be classified as messy, I had to take a pic . I found the colours and rhythm of the petal shapes quite pleasing.
UPDATE:
What an incredible experience – our first Design Indaba Expo!
Pictured above:
- the badges we wore to gain access to the halls,
- the buyer’s guide – full of amazingly talented people, many from KZN [Wonderful to have talented Genevieve Motley as our neighbour]
- roses – part of a much appreciated welcome home bunch from my husband. [He’s not used to being the one who stays at home]
Here are some iPhone shots taken by Christy – from set-up to break-down. You may notice that we changed our stand layout after the first day.
Christy Kiggan and I had an amazing time. Thank you to:
- friends and family for your amazing support and enthusiasm.
- customers who appreciated and enjoyed our product
- fellow exhibitors who we got to know and learnt so much from.
Design Indaba!