Playing with darker tones  I am supposed to be getting my studio ready to open at the weekend - hanging work, sorting out browsers . . What am I doing? Playing with scraps of decorated newspaper and painted Bondaweb from previous projects. I keep even the tiniest bits!! It is so satisfying to look at a pile of opportunity (scraps) and start to see colours that will go together. Then to start start composing layers. I find composition fascinating. Whether it is, in this case, 6" x 6", or 6' x 6'. The same rules of composition apply.  And ultimately, it's all a matter of opinion.   Piles of opportunity I don't think I am alone in putting things off, I think most of us do it. And I must admit I am rather enjoying the luxury of it. My week isn't too hectic, so I know i have a bit of time. But not toooo much time. So I must get on and get these small (6" x 6") pieces mounted onto canvases and then sealed. Pl  It is great to get the gilding flake out a...

Mirror Embroidery I haven't traveled to India since before Covid. I am so looking forward to going back. And what a special trip to return with. The Embroidery Tour of India with Aahilya Holidays. January 27th - February 10th 2026. Now I am slowing down from my teaching career, I can concentrate on learning new skills. Learning more about hand embroidery stitches has been high on my list for the past few years, but I haven't had time, or head space, to give it the time it deserves. Now I have a bit more time . . . If you are in a similar situation, maybe you would like to join me? Have a look at the full itinerary here -  .embroidery-tour-of-india-with-artist-kim-thittichai-2026   Whether you are an expert embroiderer or a beginner, this trip will inspire you to discover more about hand stitch and probably how to use colour and texture too. As we travel through cities towns, villages, and a few roads less traveled - from Delhi to Patna, Muzaffarpur, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Bhuj an...