Mucking around with air dry clay, I made up a bunch of these. Originally, I thought they would be a cute bead for a necklace. Or maybe as a tiny little hanging ornament. I really had no plans. I just made them.
They have been sitting in the back of my textile studio for about 18 months now.
I still don't know what to use them for.
Since starting my own little design label a number of years ago now, I have learnt that not everything I make should be sold.
Sometimes I make things for the sheer love of trying new things.
Invariably these little creations get stored away in my creative brain. Later, I may use the design or a concept from the design in something else. But not always.
I have learn over time that a huge product range is unmanageable. Also a good collection needs to be cohesive.
Each item needs to belong to the collection and not just be something random I made. The problem is, I love to make new things, try new designs and play with stuff.
The key is to appreciate the difference between making designs to sell and making things to satisfy a creative whim.
I still think my little village of houses is super cute. I loved playing around with clay. However, for now I have decided to focus my design label on working with wood, leather and dreamy reclaimed materials.
Until next time,
xx Isabella