Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Wonky Pots


So, I got my glazed pots back and the results were not exactly what I expected!

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The glaze on the pot below did not turn out like I wanted it to at all. See that little bit of turquoise? The pot was supposed to be that color! My least favorite of the three. I'm showing you the best part of the glaze in nice lighting. The rest is a dull brown, olive color. Very, um, earthy.

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This one I like. It turned out pretty much as I pictured it:


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I'm on the fence about this last one. The bowl itself is funny because it's so tiny and clumsy- it looks like a pinch pot. The glaze on this was supposed to be red, but I didn't apply it thickly enough. I like the dark incised marks- I was going for that effect. The inside is nice (top photo). Maybe I'll use it as a salt bowl or something...

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So, my least favorite- I took some clippings of succulents from our yard & planted them in the pot.

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Now I have a nice little potted plant for our outdoor table!


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Break from the ERMIE F/W previews (sorry! waiting to get more samples :) ) .

Thank you for all of the positive feedback you've given me so far on the collection! It really helps me with planning and of course it's always a confidence booster to feel that my work is being well received. I appreciate all of your comments!

Our yard on an average afternoon. Pomegranates came early this year*. Big- ass garden spider **. A table & chair set that my mom painted --my parent's first dining room table. I've had it for almost 15 yrs.
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* It was around 80 degrees here yesterday. I wanted something cool for dessert. You know what's good? Fresh pomegranate seeds over vanilla ice cream! (okay, maybe there was a square of salted dark chocolate covered caramel in there or two...)

** It's eating bees :(

Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Triangle Dress

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Textile design © Jennifer Parry Dodge 2011

Comfortable shift dress in a slight a-line shape. 100% Silk Crepe de Chine. Unlined, slips on, no closures. Elbow length sleeves. Wear as shown or as a tunic over pants. Shown here in the Yarn Print, Big Sur colorway.
Part of the ERMIE F/W '11 collection.

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Textile design © Jennifer Parry Dodge 2011

ERMIE F/W '11 Dolman Sleeve Dress in the Yarn Print, Mojave colorway.
I'm not sure I'll make this dress in this print, because I'll be using it on a version of the"Triangle" dress in this post.

However, once the F/W collection is released, and you like what you see here, I can still make it for you. I do take special orders. Just drop me a line to inquire about fabrics and pricing at helloermie (at) gmail (dot) com. If you see a style you like but you want it in a different print, I can probably do it! Don't be afraid to ask.

2nd Photo: Dress worn with one of my first knitting projects that I still love.

3rd Photo: Sweater: Kai-Aakmann. I'm slightly obsessed with this line. Really interesting basics in nice fabrics at very reasonable prices!

Jewelry: Odette Fox Claw pendant & Arrow Bracelet.
Dream Collective (multi-colored bead & turquoise arrowhead) necklaces.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Variation

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Textile design © Jennifer Parry Dodge 2011

Another way to wear the belt on this dress. As a little tie/scarf...

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Pacific Standard Time

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Textile design © Jennifer Parry Dodge 2011

ERMIE F/W '11: 100% Washed Silk Crepe de Chine dress with matching skinny sash. Dolman sleeves. Scooped neckline that dips deeper in back. Elastic waist band & 3/4 length sleeves with elastic cuffs. On-seam pockets. Slips on, no closures, unlined. Featured above in the P.C.H. print.
Coming Soon!

Saturday, September 24, 2011

Canyon Lady

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Textile design © Jennifer Parry Dodge 2011

Another ERMIE F/W '11 sneak preview:
3/4 sleeve knit dress in the Canyon Print. Slips on, no closures, unlined. Slight scoop neckline in front; may be worn reversed- dress 'back' has a v-neck and single a center pleat. 100% Organic Cotton in a substantial knit with beautiful drape & movement.


Friday, September 23, 2011

Peek

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Textile design on pictured dress © Jennifer Parry Dodge 2011
Top left image: Still from a film (detail) by Brett Cody Rogers.


Top photo: L: BCR at Pepin Moore. Go!
R: ERMIE F/W '11 short sleeve knit maxi dress in the Topanga Print.
Slips on, no closures, unlined. Slight scoop neckline in front; may be worn reversed- dress 'back' has a v-neck and single a center pleat (see below). Short sleeves hit just above the elbow. 100% Organic Cotton in a substantial knit with a beautiful drape. *

Bottom Photo
: Inspiration for this dress: Joni & Joan. Need I say more?


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* Beatrice's shoes are wonderful. So comfortable for traipsing around L.A. all day-which I did last weekend when the above photo was taken. A little heel would look nicer with this dress-esp. to minimize my cankles- but seriously- I don't understand how women can walk around in heels all day long. Total torture.
(Wish my Mociun -Krantz necklace was turned around in that first photo, too.
Can't always get what you want...)


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Above: "Back" worn in the front.
Below: "Back" worn in the back.


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PS. The goal is to have everything up online for sale by the end of October!


Thursday, September 22, 2011

Inspiration

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Above: Photo and installation by David John/YHBHS


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Some days are really good days.

Hadley & I went to see my friend David John's striking installation at LAMA, then had a little lunch here,
took Laurel Canyon Blvd. down to see the great Andrea Zittel show at Regen, and topped it off with a stop at IKO IKO's lovely new digs.

That little indigo plant in the last pic went home with me. (It's the work of Britt Browne- who's blog is one of my current faves).


I'd love to hear what you've been inspired by lately!