Frank Ideas - Paper Necklaces
Sydney's Rowan Shaw of Frank Ideas makes all sorts of fashion accessories from unusual things like rubber and wool that are better seen than described - really, go see - but I'll be focusing on her paper jewelry.
Perhaps Rowan's necklaces are more avant-garde than many of us would wear on a daily basis, but they have a definite place on fashion runways, magazine pages, and for attention seekers, anywhere and everywhere.
Perhaps Rowan's necklaces are more avant-garde than many of us would wear on a daily basis, but they have a definite place on fashion runways, magazine pages, and for attention seekers, anywhere and everywhere.
This dramatic beauty brought Phantom of the Opera to mind.
I asked Rowan to tell us why she enjoys creating with paper:
...because of the colours and textures. As you can tell I'm quite eclectic, both in my taste and the materials I use for making jewellery. I find working with paper therapeutic when I'm in the right mood. You have to to be patient and gentle to create with paper and since most of my life is a chaotic flurry of activity, occasionally it's nice to take time to think and be quiet and work at a slower pace.
Paper string fringe and wooden beads in black and teal.
I asked Rowan to tell us why she enjoys creating with paper:
...because of the colours and textures. As you can tell I'm quite eclectic, both in my taste and the materials I use for making jewellery. I find working with paper therapeutic when I'm in the right mood. You have to to be patient and gentle to create with paper and since most of my life is a chaotic flurry of activity, occasionally it's nice to take time to think and be quiet and work at a slower pace.
Paper string fringe and wooden beads in black and teal.
Ahhh, pea blossoms and early summer - I can't wait.
Touches of peach are surprising and pretty.
Rowan will soon be embarking on an adventure to the Australian outback in search of inspiration and ideas. Not to worry - incredible pieces are listed at Frank Ideas, ready to be posted while she's away.
I would LOVE to wear one of these, they are so pretty! The texture in those petals is gorgeous.
ReplyDeletexx Becoming Urban
THe paper sring fringe and wooden beads is my favourite, so stylish. I also loved the stuff in her shop. Such creativity!
ReplyDeletethese are so unique :)
ReplyDeletewow these are so different, love them!!!
ReplyDeletePaula
Oh, these are great fun!
ReplyDeleteLove the quirky designs!
ReplyDeleteinteresting pieces but I could never see myself wearing anything like that. :)
ReplyDeleteAnn I am thrilled and honoured that you have featured my work on your fabulous blog.
ReplyDeleteThank you, thank you!!
Rowan
Ann, I love Frankie's art necklaces, they would be easy wearable pieces. Felt and paper are such versatile mediums.
ReplyDeleteLicia