The Slow Stitch Co – Everything Handmade

Wood Standing Desk

A quick project I wanted to mention for my studio space is my wood standing desk with casters.

I won’t be going into too much detail with how to make this, because it’s what I like to call a “quick and dirty” project. I had the need for a desk, so I found my wood (the table top is from wood I bought, and the legs and skirt I found), and quickly built a desk.

If I had it to do all over again, there are some things I would definitely do differently. However, being what it is, I am actually very surprised at how sturdy (I can actually stand on it, which scares my husband :|) and how pretty it looks.

I also grabbed double stick tape, measuring tape, a hand saw, and a pencil.

First, I cut tiny strips of the double stick tape and attached them in 3-5 places on the arrows, making sure to line the tape up on the shaft. If the arrow is straight, three pieces is great. If the arrow has a curve, I would use five.

Then I attached an arrow to the wall. This can be done taking measurements, but I kinda love leaving it to feeling and vibe here.

The first arrow ends up being your anchor point. Once attached, I used it to place the other arrows based on angle and space between each arrow.

And then go for it! I placed all the arrows that didn’t need to be cut first.

I used a hand saw to cut the arrows that went into or out of walls or went “through” the sockets. Make sure to cut these at an angle. Again, use double stick tape to adhere to wall.

Of course, I couldn’t do it without my trusted helper, Max.

Well, he mostly just watched. 😝

And voilà! Real arrow wallpaper. Looks pretty great in pictures but even better in person! And the special effect created by the arrows “going into and coming out of the wall” really adds to the vibe. Hopefully this inspires you to get creative with some real arrow wallpaper designs of your own! And if you don’t have the time or desire to do it yourself, contact me and I can create one for you!

Thanks for reading!
xx,
Maren

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Real Arrow Wallpaper

The next project I wanted to tackle in my studio space was my real arrow wallpaper wall. I’ve had a vision of this in my head for a while now. And as an added “effect” I wanted the arrows to look like they’re coming out of the ceiling, going into the wall, and flying “through” the electrical sockets. What? Yeah, pictures are definitely the best way to explain this.

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Make it! Leather Tassel and Cap

Welcome to this tutorial! Today I’m teaching how to make leather tassels with caps using leather remnants. This is very in tune with the Slow Stitch philosophy because we make something lovely from what some would consider unusable scraps.

Interior Design, Make it, Uncategorized

Shou Sugi Ban Shelves

I put up “floating” shou sugi ban shelves! There’s a section of the studio that was just begging for shelves, and I could really use the storage space. But for these shelves, I wanted something a little different. A while back I found a photo of this beautiful zebra stripe looking wood, and I wanted something similar. So I turned to the traditional Japanese art of shou sugi Ban for my shelves. The traditional practice of shou sugi ban involves charring cedar wood with fire, creating a a finished piece that is black and weatherproof, bug proof, and lasts for a long time.

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Slow Stitch Leather Patchwork Puff Sleeve Top

I pulled this lovely piece out for some inspiration. Isn’t it beautiful?! My mom created it in the 70s and held onto it all these years. I am beyond thrilled that it still fits!

My mom was so amazing at putting together these patchwork pieces. I especially loved that they are made entirely from leather remnants. It’s a great example of reuse at it finest.

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Wood Accent Wall

Well I’ve done it, I made a wall! An accent wall to be exact. After much planning and experimenting, I decided I wanted to begin at the beginning. And for me, that is turning my studio space into a zone that inspires me, doesn’t distract, is functional, and I’m proud of. So I have a plan. Every week I’m going to update a new section of my space with handmade pieces made from natural products or vintage/second hand pieces that I personalize. I will of course have a studio reveal at the end of the month.

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Bridge Building

I was looking through some of my old family photos and found these- my dad building our hundred foot hanging walk bridge! I definitely come from a family of makers/MacGyver’s!

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Soul Searching

Before I get into explaining what The Slow Stitch Company is, I think I should first talk about my relationship with my mother, Shell, and my father, Doug. I was lucky enough to be raised by two incredibly kind, caring, and creative people. People who love deeply, put their hearts into every project, and aren’t afraid to ask questions to get to the truth. Everything I am today is because of them. They are my best friends. They are the reason why I’m reawakening The Slow Stitch Company.