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Persian Clouds Striped Hoodie Tshirt Hand Embellished Medium

Persian Clouds Striped Hoodie Tshirt Hand Embellished Medium

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Clouds float across the chest & back on this uber-cute hoodie. This is a new tshirt that I have given the Toolgrrl treatment.

The clouds were inspired by Persian miniature paintings, like this one here: http://www.mirror.org/greg.roberts/six.htm
I've always been entranced by Mughal painting. The clouds are worked in reverse applique, where I put two layers of fabric under the shirt, stitched the design, then cut away to reveal the fabric underneath. The hand-stitching was done with doubled up brilliant blue embroidery thread. I even went back and did extra stitching inside the clouds (see detail pic).

As usual, the fabric printed Toolgrrl Designs label is hand-sewn into place, so that the stitching is visible on the back in the shape of a heart.

The tee features a hood & gathered puffy short sleeves. It is also extra long (see measurements. It is made of 99% cotton and 1% poly. The striped fabric has very small specks of different colors in it.

Measurements:
Bust (unstretched): 34”
Length (shoulder to hem): 26.5”

Because I rely on thrift stores & surplus outlets for my garments, I rarely have 2 of the same kind. When I am deciding how to alter each piece, I respond to each garment's characteristics, so the end result is a unique, one of a kind creation. I take great pride in my work, and I uphold a high level of craftsmanship. I want my customers to be satisfied!

I recommend hand-washing my garments in cold water & laying them flat to dry.

If you have any questions, or would like more pictures, please let me know!

Added on Aug 12, 2009