In this video I tackle the problem of how to continue working when your piece becomes too large for your workspace, as well as lessons learned from my 1st vessel. I share strategies for managing burnout, how perfectionism ruins creativity, creating without fear and how self-love has been instrumental in my art. In addition I briefly talk about why Patreon wasn't a good fit for me and stay tuned at the end for photos of "The Great Elephant Migration", an art installation in NYC.
Having been a fashion designer, knit wear designer, award winning jewelry designer & an avid cook, I want to spread my love of art & travel.
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Designs:
Making Waves - A Drawstring Bag: https://arianezurcher.com/Boutique/st...
Scissor Case: https://arianezurcher.com/Boutique/st...
Waves - A Soft Case for Glasses and other things: https://arianezurcher.com/Boutique/st...
River Rocks Pouch: https://arianezurcher.com/Boutique/st...
Rock Gardens - A Variation on a Rice Sack: https://arianezurcher.com/Boutique/st...
Otter Needle Roll: https://arianezurcher.com/Boutique/st...
Large Abstract Pouch: https://arianezurcher.com/Boutique/st...
Workshops: https://arianezurcher.com/workshops/
Links to things I use all the time:
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Thread puller: https://amzn.to/4e4MwwS
Caran d'Ache Water Soluble Pastels: https://amzn.to/3Lku5rc
Pliers: Lindstrom Needle Nose Pliers that I use: https://amzn.to/2XuBuuu
Fiskar Micro Tip Scissors: https://amzn.to/3cMEgAY
Perfect Circle Templates: https://amzn.to/3h7RsnI
Tulip Bullion Knot Needles: https://amzn.to/3dM9byF
#24 Chenille Needles: https://amzn.to/3dIYPzA
#22 Chenille Needles: https://amzn.to/2A2ufmb
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Fabric Chalk Pencil: https://amzn.to/2zb8AYj
Stef Francis Threads: https://www.stef-francis.co.uk/shop/
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After graduating from Parsons School of Design, I began my career in fashion design and freelanced both in New York City, as well as London. I designed hand knits for Elle Magazine and was the editor of the Hand Knit Page before hand knits fell out of fashion in the early 1990's and the page was discontinued. In 2008 I launched my jewelry design business, designing fine jewelry in 18 & 20 Kt Gold with gemstones that I hand select for each piece. Several awards and numerous write ups & interviews later, I rediscovered hand stitching and my life took another turn, eventually leading me to improvisational stitching, which I teach workshops on: https://arianezurcher.com/workshops/
I was awarded an artist's residency in Orquevaux, France and began playing with paint on the fabric pieces I was creating, which rekindled my love of painting, abstract art and collage.
I sold my first felt embroidered xmas tree ornaments to a small shop in Northern California when I was 16 years old, sold a painting that same year and never looked back. And while I've had detours along the way: had two children, worked at an advertising agency, got into acting in my early 20's, published numerous articles for various magazines and wrote for the Huffington Post, I have always created in some form. Art is my love and remains so to this day.

I love inspiring and encouraging others to create as well and to find their voice through whatever medium suits them. So come with me as I explore the creative process in all its varied forms, strengthening and finding my voice, while learning to strengthen and find yours as well!

All jewelry worn in this video is designed by Ariane Zurcher available at: http://www.arianezurcher.com

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