My First Hand Dyed Project!

For weeks I had the idea to dye some fabric that I have to use them to make pieces for the winter. It is a cotton knit that looks great for dying. I do not know much about painting fabric, which I learned experimenting with clothes that I've wanted to change the color. This is a new adventure I started yesterday when I decided to make my first attempts. Here I want to show how my process goes.

Thank you very very much!!!!

Today I want to thank all those people who so kindly are following my blog. It is my great honor to have you as my follower and makes me want to share even more of my creative adventures on the following blogs. For you this showcase that I did with the help of some among the thousands of talented artists from Etsy. 
Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart!

Something to make you stand out from the crow.

Here are my last creations: Hardware Obi Belts
Those are great an very unique belts. Elegant and dressy, can be worn with a nice dress or top adding something edgy to an outfit. 
Designed for cinching, this wide corset belt can be tied at front, sides or back. Adorned with metallic studs. Made of black faux leather.
Wrap around obi-style Easily fits any size due to the generous length. It fits tight like a corset and will give you that sexy hourglass figure.
Widest past 5 1/2"
Length 79"

............and the Winners of my Worldwide Giveaway are!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you very much to everybody how made comments in my Giveaway. I'm very please with the results. Now the winners from around the world are:

-First Place from USA yours truly dear 

- Second Place From Malaysia Aik

 

-Third Place from Spain Ave

   

Happy Holidays!!!!

My black Collection

Here are some of my black items.

Find them at my Etsy store

http://www.etsy.com/shop/Chuletindesigns

For Peacock Lovers Like Me!

Extraordinary pieces of art  made by talented Etsy artists. Find them here:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/Chuletindesigns

http://www.etsy.com/shop/wildspirits

http://www.etsy.com/shop/Hayashibeads

http://www.etsy.com/shop/TianaCHE

http://www.etsy.com/shop/leighannkline

http://www.etsy.com/shop/neworleansmagpie

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ClutchThat

http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetgrassmill

http://www.etsy.com/shop/artbyaw

http://www.etsy.com/shop/dirtystory

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ZEDHEAD

http://www.etsy.com/shop/MamaSheaShea

The person behind Chuletin Designs

Today I want to share an interview that I did for a blog a few days ago.


Tell us about your story:  

I'm from Cuba and came to the USA in 2005, following the love of my life. I consider myself very fortunate because I have a very special husband. Without him today I would not be doing what most excites me in life, to create. He supports me, encourages me and is my No. 1 fan, although, according to him, he knows nothing about fashion. :) 
I've never taken classes on sewing or design. I learn by doing.

-How did you get started creating your work? 

Ever since I can remember, my mom made clothes for me and my two sisters. I loved watching her sew us dresses. When I was a teenager, my mom bought me fabric for a pair of pants, then she went to work. When she came back I had already made the pants and they turned out super. Since that time she did not sew anything for me anymore because she knew I could do it. But she always gave me advice on how to sew and we were a creative team. 

-Please describe your process for your work: How to get ideas, when, materials, etc. 

The way I look at it, my brain is like a creative studio where many ideas circulate all the time. My inspiration comes from everywhere. I've been learning in stages. I've been evolving. Every time I make something, I learn and I try to improve each piece of clothing I make, making my designs increasingly complex and beautiful. Sometimes an idea comes when I see a piece of fabric in the store. At that moment, an idea is born. Other times I'll get ideas when reading the forum in Etsy, or when seeing something in a magazine. My ideas come from everywhere, at any anytime. 

-What is your favorite piece of work? 

For me it is very difficult to pick a favorite piece. The last piece I make often becomes my favorite, but that doesn't last long. I try to improve my techniques all the time. That makes me happier and more satisfied with the final creation. 

-Share your top 5 favorite books, magazines, songs and websites

My Favorites 
Magazines: Fashion magazines 
Book: Sewing Techniques (my current favorite) 
Websites: Etsy and Mylifetime (Project Runway) 
Music: I like listening to music while I working. I plug in my Ipod and listen to a little bit of everything - Cuban music, American, Brazilian, classical and jazz. 

-What advice would you give to new artist?

It is difficult for me to give advice to someone. I also need advise. I believe that following your heart and having a positive attitude in life can help make your dreams come true. At least that's how I try to lead my daily life. 

-What do you think you would be in 10 years? 

In 10 years I hope to be very successful and have my own boutique to sell my creations. 

More info about me
I have 3 Etsy stores
- www.chuletindesigns.etsy.com
- www.muapurses.etsy.com
- www.patternparadise.etsy.com

Have a very creative day!
Maira