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.
