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Art-i-Fact #9
This beetle print—a test swatch made from bamboo glued onto kimono fabric in strips—is inspired by the Japanese rhinoceros beetle, or kabutomushi (kabuto means “helmet” and mushi means “bug”). -
Art-i-Fact #8
Mr. Link’s plaid suit is a nod to Northwest clothing conventions of the day, as well as weaving history, specifically the textile manufacturing companies White Stag and Pendleton, which were established in Oregon during this time period.
Embracing Artistry with Elle Crée
Maker Fact:
Elle Crée translates to "she creates" in French. These custom paint colors are mixed by hand, and kits are assembled locally in Portland, Oregon.
Maker Fact:
Elle Crée translates to "she creates" in French. These custom paint colors are mixed by hand, and kits are assembled locally in Portland, Oregon.