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Inspiration: Iviva Olenick

October 24, 2009 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

besotI’m awed by the improvisational pulled work and embroidered quotes of textile designer and visual artist Iviva Olenick. This piece was inspired by the words of her friend Andrew Thornton about his experience of New York. See lots more on her blog, Were I So Besotted.

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Comments

  1. Andrew Thornton says

    October 25, 2009 at 1:55 pm

    I was so honored and utterly flattered when I read this on Iviva’s blog. She’s really talented and I love her bittersweet pieces that sparkle with her quirky sense of humor and both her imaginary and real life experiences.

    I was even more pleased to add this to my collection of her work. She’s a true gem!

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