Lynda Shoup
@lyndashoup.bsky.social
Mender, ink maker, mixed media fiber artist.
lyndashoup.com
Upcycling textiles. Find them on
https://shoprestatement.com/seller/lyndashoup
lyndashoup.com
Upcycling textiles. Find them on
https://shoprestatement.com/seller/lyndashoup
Thanks, Anna. I have been having the social media doldrums. Hopefully, I am back at it.
July 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Thanks, Anna. I have been having the social media doldrums. Hopefully, I am back at it.
Adding the jeans at about 30 - 40 % seems about right to me. Unmilled botanicals might be more like 10 - 20%. So many colors to try! Every day when I walk down the street I have to practice self control to not pick botanicals that are growing in someone elses’ yard.
July 20, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Adding the jeans at about 30 - 40 % seems about right to me. Unmilled botanicals might be more like 10 - 20%. So many colors to try! Every day when I walk down the street I have to practice self control to not pick botanicals that are growing in someone elses’ yard.
Using paper pulp means that the fibers are already milled. It makes it easy to form a sheet of paper. I tried to make some with 100% jeans material. It seemed likely, but I ended up with something that looked like felt, but crumbled like an oatmeal cookie.
July 20, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Using paper pulp means that the fibers are already milled. It makes it easy to form a sheet of paper. I tried to make some with 100% jeans material. It seemed likely, but I ended up with something that looked like felt, but crumbled like an oatmeal cookie.
Absolutely. As for making paper, I do make paper out of discarded paper and often include plant material or shredded textile material in it. The desire to make paper entirely from botanicals has taken a back seat to using up other materials. Some day I hope to do it.
July 19, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Absolutely. As for making paper, I do make paper out of discarded paper and often include plant material or shredded textile material in it. The desire to make paper entirely from botanicals has taken a back seat to using up other materials. Some day I hope to do it.
I love the variety of life in this piece.
July 18, 2025 at 11:34 PM
I love the variety of life in this piece.
I really enjoy making ink and watercolor paint from botanicals. I’m still learning so much. After they are made playing with them is lots of fun.
July 18, 2025 at 11:31 PM
I really enjoy making ink and watercolor paint from botanicals. I’m still learning so much. After they are made playing with them is lots of fun.
Fabulous! Yes for both pairs!
June 8, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Fabulous! Yes for both pairs!
Those droughts are so disheartening. I’m proud of you for putting paint on the paper!
May 27, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Those droughts are so disheartening. I’m proud of you for putting paint on the paper!
I love the choice of pieces and how you placed them. Very energetic.
May 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
I love the choice of pieces and how you placed them. Very energetic.
Aww, Amanda, you made me feel happy! I am so glad my work resonates with you. Taking a peek at your art, I feel a kinship and a common language. Thanks for making my day. I’ll be looking for your posts.
May 18, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Aww, Amanda, you made me feel happy! I am so glad my work resonates with you. Taking a peek at your art, I feel a kinship and a common language. Thanks for making my day. I’ll be looking for your posts.