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The First Fabric Sample for Casting!

Update #1 · Jul 5, 2012 · comment

First off, thank you for being a part of this project! We still have a ways to go to get this funded, so this is the perfect time to share this project with someone in your life who might never come across this project, and who will be grateful for letting them know!  http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2135210356/the-aspen-adventure-casting-lace-sculpture

And now...I do believe this project is starting to glow...
... in the right kind of light.

I'll be making fabric samples for testing at the Anderson Ranch Arts Center. Take a look at the first one and see which lace work this was inspired by!

Again, my humblest gratitude for letting this project into your life. With your help, we will make this happen!

Many thanks,

Rachelle Gardner

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Jun 26, 2012 - Jul 14, 2012

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    GRATITUDE: A personal thank you and a donor credit on the Aspen Adventure Project website. Last names can be abbreviated for privacy, if preferred (ex. Joe S.).

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
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    TREE OF YOURS: an individually stitched tree of cotton thread on acid-free card stock, sized to fit in a 4 x 6" frame. A mini interpretation of my work now on display at the Mulvane Art Museum in Topeka, KS.

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
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    BOOKWORM: For those who want function out of their art, a one-of-a-kind lace bookmark. Three style options! *Morning Clouds* - poetic stream of consciousness text stitching based on starting the morning out right! *Dark and Hot (Pink)* - Black thread on one side and you guess it, hot pink on the other. *Gracias Green* - A leafy thank you.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    Tree of Yours in a contemporary black glass frame. Overall frame size is 8.5" tall by 11.5" wide. Table top or wall hung.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    HELLO GOOD VIBES: We filter our water, our air, why not our vibes? The lace version of my series "Bad Vibes Filtration Devices," this wall hanging vessel acts as a reminder that sometimes we need to be aware of and filter our own bad juju. Throw bad vibes its way and let the lace, - stitched with love, of course :) - collect those vibes in its bowl, filter the bad vibes out and release purified vibes of goodness. Stitched with symbolic images of objects that transform, cleanse, and are filled with potential energy, such as lotus pods, leaves, nuts and berries. Select your color: Anja Purple or Absorb Black

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    BLOOMING: Like to wear your art? A hand-made, lace flower bloom brooch for your fashion pleasure (or a verrry affordable custom gift for the fashionista in your life, I might add). Two color options! Hot & Dark (Pink) - yup, hot pink accent on black or Shimmey - metallic purple accent on purple

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    YOUR OWN BILLBOARD: Well, sort of...you'll receive a signed 12 x 24" print (unframed) of "Superclusters Billboard." These commissioned lace works will debut on the Missouri Bank Crossroads Artboards in Kansas City, MO in November 2012. While the 27 feet long x 12 feet high billboards might not fit in your abode, this print will do nicely!

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    YOUR OWN SUPERCLUSTER + BILLBOARD: Receive a stitched "Supercluster Lens," a telescope lens shaped reminder of the mind-blowing scale of our universe + a signed 12 x 24" print (unframed) of "Superclusters Billboard." Get some perspective with the complete galactic package.

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012
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    VIP SOIRÉE: I am very excited to be able offer a private soirée in a crossroads loft overlooking my Superclusters Billboards on their debut in the Crossroads Art District on the First Friday in November! This intimate celebration of the my most public work will include an exclusive exhibition of new work and a conversation on the experience and outcomes of the Anderson Ranch project that you made possible. Plus, enjoy exclusive catering by Chef Amber Shea Crawley and a menu of artisanal cocktails made especially for the celebration. Expect other arty treats for the evening, but I want to leave a little to mystery...

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    VIP SOIRÉE + SUPERCLUSTERS PRINT: Enjoy the private soirée described above and your very own signed, unframed print of the Superclusters Billboard that will debut in the Crossroads Art District the night of our exclusive celebration!

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    1 backer Limited (2 of 3 left)

    VIP SOIRÉE + FRAMED SUPERCLUSTERS PRINT: Enjoy the private soirée described above and your very own signed and professionally framed print of the Superclusters Billboard that will debut in the Crossroads Art District the night of our exclusive celebration!

    Estimated delivery: Nov 2012
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    GIMME THE GOODS: The one-time opportunity to acquire the work "One Way or Another Mandala" at a significant value (otherwise priced at $800). This 36 x 36" textile work includes vintage lace and a plethora of fibers and fabrics. Works in the Mandala series have received honorable mentions at juried exhibitions and are currently on display in New York. In gratitude for your support of this project, I offer this Mandala. *PLEASE NOTE* For those outside the Greater Kansas City Metro Area, please add $50 for shipping.

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012